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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In Rare Suburban Move, Tredyffrin Office Complex Being Converted to Apartments
An office complex in Tredyffrin is being converted into 162 apartments in a rare suburban project that could signal a new direction for redeveloping vacant…
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Berger Development’s $16M Project Brings Luxury Apartments, New Restaurant to Downtown Wayne
An upcoming $16 million development will reshape one of the Main Line’s most coveted corners, which means Wayne is about to get busier, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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Chester County Reenactors Ready Their for Busiest Year Yet as America250 Kicks Into High Gear
When Randell Spackman steps onto his Thornbury Township farm, he’s standing on hallowed ground. The Battle of Brandywine was fought largely in what is now his backyard, and 249…
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Girls Spark Hosts Designer Bag Bingo Fundraiser to Support Teen Empowerment Programs
Girls Spark is bringing Designer Bag Bingo to Media on June 11, and the stakes are high in the best possible way. The nonprofit invites…
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VISTA Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children and adults challenged by autism,…
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People’s Light Reveals Its 52nd Theatre Season With Stories of Family, Joy, and Complexity
People’s Light, Chester County’s destination for award-winning theatre and live arts, has announced its 2026/27 season — and family is at the center of it…
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CTDI and Partners in Outreach Bring Read Across America to Elementary Schools Nationwide
Reading is one of the most powerful gifts a child can receive — and this spring, employees from CTDI made sure more kids had access…
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Friends Association Advocates for Affordable Housing and Housing Stability Across Chester County
For more than two centuries, the Friends Association in West Chester has worked to provide resources to individuals and families facing hardship, helping them build…
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West Chester University Baseball Falls One Win Short of National Championship
West Chester University’s run at a national championship ended the hardest way possible Saturday: one win short. The Golden Rams fell 8-4 to Tampa in the winner-take-all…
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130 Years Later, the Phoenix Wheel Returns to the Borough That Built It
The Phoenix Wheel returned to Phoenixville on Saturday, more than 130 years after it was first forged there, in what the Schuylkill River Heritage Center…
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Ground Provisions in West Chester Is the Vegan Restaurant That Doesn’t Feel Like One
Just south of West Chester in the historic crossroads of Dilworthtown, there is a restaurant that has become one of Chester County’s most coveted reservations.…
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Your SBA Loan Questions, Answered by First Bank
Small business owners exploring financing options often have questions about SBA loans — how they work, what they can be used for, and whether their…
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Montgomery County Leads the Region on the 2026 Fortune 500 List
Montgomery County has three companies on the 2026 Fortune 500, and one of them ranks among the ten largest corporations in the entire country, writes…
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Four Rooftop Bars to Visit in Chesco for Scenic Views, Delicious Drinks
Rooftop bars offer locals the perfect place to unwind with both spectacular views and delicious food, writes Ben Silver and Lauren Depiero for Main Line…
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Despite Bankruptcy, QVC Group Earns a Spot on the 2026 Fortune 500
West Chester is home to a Fortune 500 company, even if that company is navigating one of the more turbulent times in its history. QVC Group landed on the…
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Vanguard Survey: Women Face a ‘Cash Crossroad’ Between Confidence and Reality
According to a recent Vanguard survey, when it comes to finances, more than 70 percent of women say they feel confident about saving money, but…
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CCRES Employee Career Growth Highlights Opportunities in Education and Behavioral Health
At CCRES, career paths are not just opportunities; they are journeys shaped by purpose and growth. For Mercy Alex, that journey began in the field…
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Twenty-Three Lamb McErlane PC Attorneys Named 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Congratulations to twenty-three Lamb McErlane PC attorneys who have been recognized as 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Eighteen attorneys were named 2026 PA…
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