Chester County
Chester County, one of Pennsylvania’s original three counties, is a blend of history, culture, and innovation. Founded in 1682, it’s home to several Revolutionary War sites and a diverse population.
Covering 759 square miles, Chester County’s landscape is a blend of rolling hills and valleys. Watersheds like the Octoraro, Brandywine, and Chester creeks, along with the Schuylkill River, nourish the county’s rich farmland.
Agriculture remains a vital part of the economy, with mushroom growing being a specialty in the southern part of the county.
Chester County is an important regional and national business hub and is home to several companies and industries, including Vanguard, QVC, and Victory Brewing Company.
Chester County is home to several colleges and universities, including West Chester University, Immaculata University, and Penn State Great Valley.
Chester County is a dynamic region that embodies the essence of America’s past, present, and future.
Explore our archive of nearly 25,000 stories about Chester County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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‘A Perfect Storm’ Sparks an Explosion of Residential Development in Chester County
Despite the pandemic, Chester County continues to experience a construction boom as interest in new developments surpasses all expectations, writes Frank Fitzpatrick for The Philadelphia…
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Washington Post: Chester County Best Illustrates How Biden Won Pennsylvania
Chester County best illustrates how president-elect Joe Biden won Pennsylvania in the latest election, while many down-ballot Democrats struggled, writes Paul Kane for The Washington…
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GWCC’s Ninth Annual Holiday Toy Drive Benefits Local Children
The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce and WSFS Bank are teaming up once again to host the Ninth Annual Holiday Toy Drive sponsored by…
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Report: Pennsylvania Shortchanged Public Schools by $4.6 Billion in Funding for 2018-19
Pennsylvania public schools came up short by about $4.6 billion in state funding in 2018-19, according to a report that’s part of a lawsuit, writes…
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The Best Places to Get a Fresh Turkey in Chester County for Thanksgiving Dinner
By Christine Tarlecki It’s time to place that order! Ordering a fresh turkey for Thanksgiving from a local farm or farm market store offers a…
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Chester County Archivist’s Massive Undertaking Provides Insight into the History of Your Property
Thanks to a Chester County archivist who pored over centuries-old property records, deeds, and mortgages found in the county’s files, residents can now see if…
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Three Spots in Chester County Among State’s Best Places to Enjoy Tail-End of Fall Foliage Season
With plenty of trees already shedding their colorful coats across the state, Chester County remains one of the best places in Pennsylvania to enjoy the…
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All-Star Lineup to Mentor Girls in STEM with Launch of GETT 2020 Video Series on Thursday
When the 20th annual Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology (GETT) conference had to be cancelled last March due to COVID-19, more than 1,200 girls, parents, and…
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VISTA Millennial Superstar Nomination Deadline Extended to Nov. 27
For the last month, VISTA Today has been accepting nominations for its second class of VISTA Millennial Superstars. Based upon the flood of nominations we’ve…
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West Chester University and SCORE Celebrate Women Entrepreneurs: 2020 Conference
Entrepreneurs solve problems, often dedicating their entire careers to get it right. Women-owned small businesses and startups are particularly focused on solving problems that help…
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Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Mulls Return to All-Virtual Learning
Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District is considering a return to all-virtual learning by Nov. 16, writes Steven Hoffman…
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Check Out Which Local School Districts Are Among the Top 50 with the Best Teachers in Pennsylvania
Chester County is home to three of the Top 50 School Districts with the Best Teachers in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a new analysis…
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Six of Immaculata’s Newest Faculty Members Are Chester County Residents
Six of Immaculata University’s newest faculty members are Chester County residents. West Chester resident Taek-yul (Ted) Kim has joined the business faculty, where he serves…
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Check Out Where Chester County’s Private High Schools Rank Among the Best in Pennsylvania
Chester County is home to five of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a new report published by Niche.com.…
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At Holt Motorsports in West Chester, Selling High-End Cars Just Part of the Fun
For Tim Holt, President of Holt Motorsports in West Chester, and his family, operating a business that sells high-end cars is just part of the…
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In-School Hybrid Education in Jeopardy as Chester County’s Number of Coronavirus Cases Increases
According to the Chester County Health Department, the number of coronavirus cases in Chester County, after weeks of steady decline, is once again on the…
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T/E Dethroned as State’s Top School District; Chester County Home to Seven of Top 50
Chester County is home to seven of the Top 50 School Districts in Pennsylvania for 2021, but it no longer owns the top spot after…
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Check Out How Much Each Candidate Raised in Campaign Donations in Your ZIP Code
Joe Biden has raised $1.6 million from donors in the five-county region – Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Bucks, and Philadelphia counties – while President Donald Trump…
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