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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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a Restored 1782 Barn Home in Elverson’s Olde Bulltown Village
Settled in the historic Olde Bulltown Village community, this charming Elverson residence blends early American architecture with modernity across a 2.26-acre property that has a…
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9 Chester County Restaurants That Are Packed This Spring, and How to Get In
Spring has officially brought the Chester County dining scene back to life. Outdoor patios are opening, seasonal menus are launching, and some restaurants are seeing…
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West Chester Railroad Heritage Association Hosts Gala to Save 142-Year-Old Station
A century-old train station is getting a new lease on life, and a gala fundraiser is helping make it happen, reports Erin Coleman for NBC10…
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Citadel Awards More Than $100,000 to Teachers, Schools for Heart of Learning’s 25th Anniversary
For a quarter-century, Citadel Credit Union has celebrated the teachers who stay late to help struggling students, inspire confidence in children who need it most,…
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VISTA Careers – County of Chester
The County of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and offers full-time employees competitive and flexible benefits packages that…
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CCCBI’s Annual Business Excellence Awards Honors Local Leaders, Hosts Brad Ingelsby
The Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry (CCCBI) hosted its second annual Business Excellence Awards Luncheon, presented by Constellation Energy, honoring nine Chamber Members and welcoming esteemed writer, Brad Ingelsby,…
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How Housing Stability and Mental Health Are Connected: Friends Association’s Work in Chester County
Friends Association is now in its third century of service, helping vulnerable families across southeastern Pennsylvania with shelter services and compassionate community care. These days,…
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William Hood Dunwoody: The Man Behind Dunwoody Village
The history of Dunwoody Village in Newtown Square is closely connected to the life of William Hood Dunwoody, a Pennsylvania-born flour merchant and investor whose…
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Helping Hunger: How One Chester County Teen Turned Childhood Compassion Into Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Food Donations
What started as a simple act of kindness from a four-year-old boy has grown into a powerful annual tradition helping thousands of neighbors across Chester…
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WilmU One on One: Dr. Joshua Patterson Discusses WilmU’s New College of Sciences and Engineering
With the launch of its new College of Sciences and Engineering, Wilmington University is taking a bold step toward preparing students for the rapidly evolving demands of today’s…
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Chester County Couple Finds Secluded Retirement Haven in Kennett Square
Carol and Richard Lee built their own home in 2003, appropriately and coincidentally located on Richard Lee Lane in Phoenixville, writes Paul Jablow for The…
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Six Chester County Suburbs Named Among the Best in the Philadelphia Region
In a recent ranking of the twenty-five best suburbs in the greater Philadelphia area, six Chester County towns and suburbs placed in the top fifteen,…
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Chester County Leadership – Gary Smith
Publishers note: Tonight, Gary Smith takes his place in the Chester County Hall of Fame, a fitting capstone to a 50-year career that has shaped…
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Main Line Murals: The Public Art Transforming Malvern, Berwyn, and Devon
Walk down the right street in Malvern, Berwyn, or Devon these days, and the walls have something to say, writes Shannon Montgomery for County Lines…
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Top Dog Parks for Furry Friends in West Chester, Phoenixville, and Beyond
Chester County has no shortage of spots where dogs can run, splash, sniff, and socialize, and the region’s dog parks have become some of the…
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Hankin Group Celebrates Grand Opening of Ann’s Heart Purcell House in Phoenixville
A newly renovated transitional housing property in Phoenixville is helping expand long-term emergency housing options for individuals and couples experiencing homelessness. Hankin Group recently celebrated…
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New Restaurant, Cocktail Bar from Square Roots Collective Coming to Kennett Square
Square Roots Community Initiative, a nonprofit that supports the Kennett Square area, will open a new American restaurant and cocktail bar in Kennett this summer, writes Emma Dooling…
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Where to Enjoy Authentic Pasta Dishes in Chester County
There is nothing quite like a comforting bowl of homemade pasta to warm up during the winter months, and Chester County restaurants offer no shortage…
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