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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Wake Up and Smell the Coffee at These Top Five Coffee Shops in Chester County
Latte, cold brew, or tea? No matter your choice in drink, there are many coffee shops and cafes in Chester County that can satisfy your…
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Veteran of the Iron Hill Brewing Scene Remembered as Passionate, Dedicated Mentor and Innovator
Chris LaPierre, a longtime head brewer at the West Chester location of Iron Hill Brewery and dedicated part of the region’s brewing scene, died on…
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Kennett Square Rower Drew Inspiration from Jason Kelce Before Winning Olympic Gold
Team USA rower Justin Best, a Kennett Square native, drew inspiration from Jason Kelce’s speech at the Philadelphia Eagles‘ Super Bowl parade in 2018 before…
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Conestoga High School Senior Teaches Adolescent Girls Around the World
Zara Samdani, a Conestoga High School senior, has been teaching adolescent girls around the world through the Lemons Learn nonprofit, writes Bill Rettew for The…
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GK Elite Designs and Outfits the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team for Paris Olympics
GK Elite, a company located right above Chester County in Reading, is responsible for outfitting the U.S. women’s gymnastics team for the 2024 Paris Olympics,…
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Freedom Village: Financial Benefits of Life Care Senior Living
As you research different senior living options, you might want to familiarize yourself with the financial benefits of choosing a Life Plan Community with Life…
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Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer
Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network…
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Vote on the Winning Potato Chip Flavor of This Year’s Herr’s Flavored By Philly Competition
Nottingham-based Herr’s has come out with a new trio of Philly-inspired chip flavors for the public to vote on, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn…
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A Thriving Paoli Restaurant, Main Line Tavern Serves Up Suburban Comfort Food in the Classic Pub Scene
Phil and Kate Ferro opened Main Line Tavern on May 4 of this year, in the former building of the Great American Pub on King…
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Jawn Supply in West Chester Is a Treasure Cove for Vintage Finds
Ben Rowe used to love thrifting with his mom and grandmother when he was growing up, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. “I loved…
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Kennett Underground Railroad Center Receives $50K Grant to Rehab Fussell House Into Education Center
The Kennett Underground Railroad Center and the Brandywine Valley Scenic Byway Commission will receive a $50,000 grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation to…
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After Surviving Traumatic Brain Injuries, Malvern Woman Fulfills Dancing Dreams and Much More
Malvern resident Natanya Sortland was 40 years old when she had a stroke in 2014. Adding to that a year later, she suffered a traumatic…
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ABA Centers of Pennsylvania Unveils New Autism Care Center in King of Prussia Area
ABA Centers of Pennsylvania hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Wayne to unveil its newest autism care center. This clinic will provide diagnostic and autism care…
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Why Taylor Swift’s Career Is a Masterclass in Alternative Investment
Taylor Swift and her team are a genius organization, to be this popular for this long and put out a product that changes but keeps original…
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The Luxury of Hotel Indigo in West Chester to Showcase Town’s History and Art
Hotel Indigo in West Chester, part of the “luxury collection” owned by InterContinental Hotels Group, will showcase the town’s history and art once it is…
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Casey Schaum is a Pillar of the Skateboarding Community in Chester County
Casey Schaum is a passionate skateboarder who grew up in West Chester, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. Coached by his father, Andy Schaum,…
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Make-A-Wish Foundation Gifts Epic New Playground to Oxford Girl with Rare Condition
Make-A-Wish Foundation gifted an epic new playground to a brave Oxford girl born without a ribcage who continues to defy the odds, writes Kelly Rule…
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Meet the Coatesville Music Artist that is Changing the Way We Listen to Music
As a Coatesville native, Joanna Maris — also known as JotheBadd — uses music as an outlet while struggling with borderline personality disorder, writes Imperial…
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