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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Phoenixville’s Kevin Bacon to Star in New Horror-Comedy Alongside Family
Popular actor and Phoenixville native Kevin Bacon will star in the horror-comedy Family Movie alongside his wife, actress Kyra Sedgwick, and their two children, Travis…
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See How Philadelphia Compares to Surrounding Counties, U.S. When It Comes to FCC Complaints
Philadelphians are keeping the Federal Communications Commission less busy with complaints than its suburban neighbors and most of the rest of the country, writes Matthew…
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Officially Marks Opening of Kennett Square Apartments
A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 30 officially marked the opening of the newest apartment complex in Kennett Square, writes Gabbie Burton for the Chester County…
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After Years of Running Downingtown, Mayor Phil Dague to Step Down
Mayor Phil Dague of Downingtown has announced he will not seek a second term, with his tenure ending in late 2025, writes Bill Rettew for…
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Vanguard Agrees to Pay $40 Millon in Settlement Over High Tax Bills
Malvern-based Vanguard Group has reached a $40 million settlement in a lawsuit claiming its decision to make some target-date retirement funds for smaller shareholders ended…
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23 Acres Preserved Forever in East Coventry Township
French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust has completed a voluntary conservation agreement with Noel and Janae Billingsley, which ensures the permanent protection of their historic…
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As the Region’s Pillar of Positive News, American Community Journals Celebrates 10 Years of Local Impact
The media industry has undergone an unprecedented transformation in the last quarter-century, with traditional news outlets facing significant challenges that threaten their survival. A steady…
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Oliver Heating & Cooling Gets Boost from Firstrust Bank and Eagles as Winner of Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles have announced that Oliver Heating & Cooling is the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new program…
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Local Developer Moves to Acquire Exton Square Mall
Elkins Park-based Abrams Realty & Development is in the process of acquiring the Exton Square Mall with plans to revitalize the struggling property, writes Paul…
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Second Trader Joe’s Store Coming to Chester County
Trader Joe’s is planning to open its second store in Chester County in Berwyn, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new store…
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With Sales Up, Wawa Is Taking Over More of the Region’s Grocery Retail Business
Wawa and Wegmans had the biggest increase in sales last year among grocery retailers in the Philadelphia region, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Four Chester County Pizza Spots to Visit for Best Slices, Welcoming Community
Across the Philadelphia suburbs, there is no shortage of delicious pizza, write Ed Williams and Ben Silvern for Main Line Today. Philadelphia’s Italian history and…
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Defunct West Chester Startup in Hot Water with Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies are suing the failed West Chester startup LifeBrand, its former corporate sponsor, for allegedly failing to pay for the final year of…
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Historic Phoenixville Attorney Helped Rutherford B. Hayes Retain White House in 1876 Election
Phoenixville attorney Isaac Wayne MacVeagh helped Rutherford B. Hayes retain the White House in the 1876 Election Race amid allegations of voter fraud in three…
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These Projects Are Transforming the Look of Local College Campuses
West Chester University and Wilmington University are among the local institutions undertaking landmark projects that are reshaping the look of college campuses across Greater Philadelphia,…
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Exton Mother Undergoes Surgery Using Brand-New 3D Technology to Cure Spinal Misalignment
A Chester County mother’s life has been changed after having back surgery using brand-new technology, writes Stephanie Stahl and Brad Nau for CBS News Philadelphia. …
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Freedom Village Honors Resident Blanche McKee on Her 100th
Freedom Village at Brandywine celebrated an incredible milestone for one of its longest-standing residents, Blanche McKee, who turned 100 years old on Halloween. As she…
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Woman-Owned Vintage Shop Opens in Downtown West Chester
Clara Mae Company is a boutique store in downtown West Chester and seeks to offer unique clothing items and other one-of-a-kind goodies, writes Bill Rettew…
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