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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What You Get for $350,000 in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware County
What does $350,000 get you across the Delaware Valley? The answer changes depending on where you look. In Bristol, it’s a mid-century ranch reworked for…
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Chester County’s Best Family-Owned Delis Serving Hoagies, Sandwiches, & Surprises
Chester County is home to some family-owned and operated delis that specialize in delicious hoagies, sandwiches, and unexpected bites, writes Anne E. Hill for Main…
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Get Your Quarters Ready: Construction Begins on New Aldi Store in Phoenixville Area
Construction has begun on a new Aldi store in the Phoenixville area, with excavation and building crews breaking ground in East Pikeland and making significant…
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Wawa Rival Sheetz Is Making Its Moves on Wawa’s Territory
As Wawa expands into central Pennsylvania, traditionally Sheetz territory, Sheetz is also expanding eastward into traditional Wawa territory, writes Anitra Johnson for USA Today, as…
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Shusterman Plan to Protect Region Tax Revenue Aims to Prevent Future SEPTA-Style Disputes
State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, who represents Chester County, is circulating a plan to protect Philadelphia region tax revenue and prevent future SEPTA-style funding disputes, writes…
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Abrams Realty Updates Exton Square Mall Redevelopment Plan
Abrams Realty & Development has updated its Exton Square Mall redevelopment plan to include more open space as well as a central main street, writes…
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West Chester Food Cooperative Gets Ready for Grand Store Opening
West Chester Cooperative is taking steps to finally open an in-person grocery store, writes staff for The Daily Local News. The cooperative currently collects funds…
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Brandywine Museum of Art Exhibition Showcases Vibrant Colors of Poison Ivy, Leaves, and Specimens
At the Brandywine Museum of Art, This Earthen Door exhibition by Amanda Marchand and Leah Sobsey brings the vibrant colors of the Waterloo Mills Preserve…
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Phoenixville’s Kevin Negandhi Busier Than Ever After 19 Years at ESPN
Kevin Negandhi, a Phoenixville native and Temple University graduate, is now almost in his 19th year at ESPN, and has never been busier in his…
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SEPTA Funding Debate Divides Philadelphia Region and Rest of Pennsylvania
With major SEPTA service cuts approaching as Pennsylvania’s state budget enters its eighth week overdue, it has become clear that the battle is being waged…
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Hankin Group to Add 373 New Apartments in Chester County Following Strong Demand
Amid strong rental demand, the Hankin Group is adding 373 new apartments to three existing projects in Chester County by the end of next year,…
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Philadelphia Region Is Prime Market for Mansions
The Philadelphia region ranks among the top markets in the country for mansions, with 32,400 properties located throughout the area, according to a new analysis…
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After Selling Brandywine Hospital, Tower Health has First Profitable Report
Tower Health, the healthcare system in charge of some local and regional hospitals, has reported its first operating profit in seven years, and it’s all…
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Coatesville Ceremony Finally Honors Zachariah Walker After Brutal Lynching in 1911
Coatesville resident Zachariah Walker was finally recognized with a dignified burial after his brutal death over one hundred years ago, reports staff for 6abc. Walker,…
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Seafood Market Owner Helps Day Room at St. Agnes Church Keep Running for Those in Need
Andy Gadaleto, owner of Gadaleto’s Seafood Market, stepped in to keep the Day Room at West Chester’s St. Agnes Church running after a recent setback,…
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West Chester’s QVC Group Navigates Challenges as It Implements New Growth Strategy
Six months after launching its new growth strategy, WIN, focused on expanding its social media and streaming presence, QVC Group continues to face challenges, writes…
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Aqua PA Secures Nearly $7.5M in PENNVEST Funding to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines
Aqua Pennsylvania recently secured a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $6.1 million will…
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Chester County Democrats Rally to Urge State Senate for Approval of SEPTA and Mass Transit Funding
State Representative Chris Pielli was joined by Chester County House Democrats and other elected officials at the West Chester Transportation Center last week, urging the…
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