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 Mayor Praises Town’s Welcoming Culture Where Everyone Is ‘Safe, Loved, and Celebrated’
While Phoenixville Mayor Peter Urscheler often touts the town’s commercial and historical attractions, he is especially proud of its welcoming culture, writes Asha Prihar for…
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Kimberton Whole Foods Expanding with New Warehouse Project in Uwchlan Township
Kimberton Whole Foods is continuing to expand with plans to add 17,500 square feet of warehouse space at Hankin Group’s Haywood Business Park in Uwchlan…
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This Chester County State Park is an Underrated Hidden Gem of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to 124 state parks, but Chester County has a particular hidden gem, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. French Creek State Park…
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Collaborative Growth: How Giunta’s Furniture Reignited Sales with Help from Fractional CRO from MyOfficeOps
As a locally owned, family-run business known for its curated home furnishings and personalized boutique experience, Giunta’s Furniture has been a staple in Chester County…
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Martha Stewart Visits Longwood Gardens During Her Trip to QVC
On her recent trip to QVC in West Chester, Martha Stewart made a stop at another Chester County destination, as she wrote at The Martha…
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After 20 Years in Business, Honey Brook Pharmaceutical Company Files for Bankruptcy
Provell Pharmaceuticals, a pharmaceutical company based in Honey Brook, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy after twenty years in business, writes John George for Philadelphia…
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How Can Rehabilitation Therapies Help With Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease of the central nervous system that is thought to be an autoimmune disorder where the body attacks itself…
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Chester County Achieves Fastest Population Growth in Pennsylvania
Chester County has seen the highest influx of residents in Pennsylvania over the last four years, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According…
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Nonprofit Status Change for West Chester’s FarmerJawn Does Not Stop Its Charitable Work
Although part of West Chester’s FarmerJawn lost its nonprofit status, founder Christa Barfield assured that the organization would continue its charitable work without interruption, writes…
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Spotted Lanternfly Season Returns, Watch for Egg Masses to Destroy
Spring has arrived, bringing spotted lanternfly season, which will once again threatens plant and fruit gardens, along with trees and farms across the state, writes…
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Four Hidden Gem Italian Restaurants in Chester County
Italian restaurants are plentiful around Chester County, but you may not have been to these four hidden gems, writes Ben Silver and Elijah McDow for…
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Nonprofit Environmental Group Hosts Tour of Solar Installations at Church Farm School, WCU
Local officials and residents joined leaders from Church Farm School, West Chester University, and the nonprofit environmental group PennEnvironment for an informative tour of the…
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Former Eagles Star from West Chester Expands Real Estate Portfolio into Bucks County
Brent Celek, a West Chester resident and former Philadelphia Eagles tight end, recently expanded his real estate portfolio with a Bucks County shopping center, writes…
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Boscov’s Set to Outlive Exton Square Mall as New Owner Plans Mixed-Use Town Center to Replace It
With many department store giants, including Macy’s and JCPenney, closing stores during the years-long retail apocalypse, Boscov’s has stayed afloat and expanded, writes Noah Zucker…
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Parkesburg Inventor Believes His Creations Could Change the World – If Only He Could Secure Funding
Anthony Paul Bellezza of Parkesburg believes his inventions could drastically change the way we do things, if he can secure the funding to develop them…
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West Chester’s FarmerJawn Receives Cease-and-Desist for Failing to Register as Nonprofit
Christa Barfield, the owner of James Beard Award-winning FarmerJawn, who runs a 123-acre organic farm in West Chester, has been hit with a cease-and-desist for…
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Giant Expands Philadelphia Region Footprint with New Parkesburg Store
Giant is continuing to expand in the Philadelphia region with a new, 60,000-square-foot grocery shop at the Shoppes of Sadsbury in Parkesburg, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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IBX Teams Up with National Fitness Campaign to Bring Free Outdoor Fitness Centers to Region
Independence Blue Cross and National Fitness Campaign are now collaborating to increase access to free outdoor fitness options in communities throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Municipalities, schools,…
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