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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Former Eagles Coach Dick Vermeil Speaks Out on Impact of Concussions, Fights for Compensation
Former Philadelphia Eagles head coach and East Fallowfield resident Dick Vermeil is speaking out about the devastating impact of concussions on players and the struggles…
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Casa Carmen Farm & Winery Makes Its Home in West Grove
Casa Carmen Farm & Winery, once located in Chestertown on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has found its home and a welcoming community in West Grove, writes…
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Owners of Chadds Ford Tavern to Open New Eatery in Delaware
Restaurateurs Philip and Kate Ferro, the owners of Chadds Ford Tavern, are busy working on a new eatery they plan to open in a 210-year-old…
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Wreck-it Room Chain iSmash Preparing New Location in Downingtown
Rage room chain iSmash is expanding in the Philadelphia region with two development deals, with one at an as yet undisclosed Downingtown location, writes Emma…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Gary Golden, CEO, Propell Credit Union
Gary Golden, CEO of Propell Credit Union, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Michigan and West Chester. He recalled idyllic memories of playing…
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Fast-Growing Berwyn Fintech Being Acquired by Bank of New York Mellon
Berwyn-based Archer Holdco will be acquired by Bank of New York Mellon in a deal that is expected to close in the fourth quarter, writes…
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Malvern Gets First of Its Kind Medical Procedure at Veterinary Hospital
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Malvern is the world’s first veterinary clinic to use the CyberKnife, a robotic system for non-invasive radiation therapy, writes Caitlin McCafferty…
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Downingtown’s Beloved De La Terre BYOB Closes Its Doors
Seemingly unexpected, De La Terre BYOB, a popular French restaurant in Downingtown, closed its doors for good over the summer. In a Facebook statement by…
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Coatesville Mosaic Artist Finds Peace in Her Artwork Amid Health Challenges
Ivy Egger, Coatesville mosaic artist and owner of Vine Designs, has found solace in her artwork, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. Almost all of her…
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Phoenixville’s Project Libertad Helps Newly Arrived Immigrant Youth Beyond Courtroom
Phoenixville-based Project Libertad provides newly arrived immigrant children with both legal help and hope, writes Laura Klairmont for CNN. Started by immigration lawyer Rachel Rutter…
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Forbes: Lincoln University Remembers Rich History, Looks Toward the Future
Lincoln University used the opportunity during its Founder’s Day earlier this year to showcase both its rich history and future aspirations, writes Marybeth Gasman for…
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This Downingtown Market Named Best Family-Owned Grocery Store in the Mid-Atlantic
Crop’s Fresh Marketplace in Downingtown was recently named the Best Family-Owned Grocery Store in the Mid-Atlantic region, reports Drew Anderson for Fox 29 Philadelphia. “We…
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Former West Chester University President Among Picks for Position of Interim Chancellor of PASSHE
Recently retired president of West Chester University Christopher M. Fiorentino is likely to become interim chancellor of Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, writes Susan…
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How Main Liner Payal Rajasekaran is Redefining South Asian Jewelry for Everyday Wear
Payal Rajasekaran, founder of Modern Devi Designs on the Main Line, blends South Asian traditional jewelry with minimalist, everyday wear, writes Kaitlyn McCullough for Main…
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Westtown School Enters Final Phase of Renovation, Expansion
Westtown School in West Chester is currently working on several capital projects, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “A new lower school playscape…
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West Chester Area School District Welcomes 12,000 New Students to the First Day of School
Monday marked the start of the 2024-2025 school year for the West Chester Area School District, writes Eva Anderson, Ed Specht, and Madeleine Wright for…
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Officials and Advocates Discuss Solutions for Affordable Housing Challenges in Chester County
Advocates of housing recently met with local, county, and state elected officials at the third annual Affordable Housing Summit in West Chester to discuss ways…
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Developer Presents Plans for 329 Apartments in West Chester
The Michaels Organization, based in Camden, New Jersey, and Core Development recently presented plans to West Chester Borough Council to build 329 apartment units across…
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