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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18th-Century Kimberton Farmstead Hits Market
A stunning 18th-century farmstead in Kimberton with the original house dating back to 1745 recently hit the market for $1,295,000, writes Sandy Smith for the…
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CCEDC Partners with Penn State for LionCage 2025: A Year-Long Celebration of Innovation
The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) will support a second year of LionCage, an exciting pitch competition powered by Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes and…
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Malvern’s Endo Enters Into Agreement to Merge with Mallinckrodt in $6 Billion Deal
Malvern-based Endo has agreed to merge with Mallinckrodt in a cash and stock deal, valuing the combined pharmaceutical company at $6.7 billion, writes John George…
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Freedom Village: The Difference Between Personal Care and Assisted Living
There’s a subtle difference between personal care and assisted living for seniors here in Pennsylvania. That can lead to confusion among older adults trying to…
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ChristianaCare to Operate Three Neighborhood Hospitals, Including One Under Development in West Grove
ChristianaCare has partnered with Emerus Holdings to operate three neighborhood hospitals in Southeastern Pennsylvania, including the one currently being developed in West Grove, according to…
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Brothers Kershner Brewing Continues Its Chester County Expansion with New Taproom
Skippack-based Brothers Kershner Brewing is continuing its expansion in Chester County with a new taproom in Avondale, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. …
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Pennsylvania American Water Encourages 20,000 Customers to Verify Eligibility for Bill Discount Program
The average customer enrolled in Pennsylvania American Water’s H2O Help to Others customer assistance Bill Discount Program saves between $17.66 and $64.99 on their water bill and/or $40.53…
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Chester County Town Named One of the Cutest Small Towns in Pennsylvania
A popular town in Chester County was ranked as one of eight of the cutest small towns in Pennsylvania. As the county is blessed with…
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West Chester-Based QVC Group Shifts Focus to Social and Streaming Platform Growth Amid Declining Revenue
West Chester-based QVC Group reported a nearly $1.3 billion operating loss for the fourth quarter, with total revenue falling six percent to $2.9 billion, writes…
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As West Chester’s Fullthrottle Grows Rapidly, New CEO Aims for Even Faster Growth
West Chester-based Fullthrottle.ai is one of the fastest-growing companies in the Philadelphia region, but new CEO Ken Kennedy wants to go even faster, writes Ryan…
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Chrisetta’s Kitchen Offers West African Cuisine Out of West Chester Church
West Chester’s culinary scene has recently expanded with the opening of Chrisetta’s Kitchen, writes Cara Corridoni for Hello, West Chester. Started by chef Chrisetta Nyepan,…
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Housing Prices in Philadelphia Area Skyrocketing, But There Are Ways to Bring Back Affordability
For decades, homes in the region have been relatively inexpensive and Philadelphia enjoyed a reputation as an unusually affordable major city, writes Ben Seal for…
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Historic Bistro Now Called ‘The Pear’ Reopens in West Chester
The historic Blue Pear Bistro has officially reopened in West Chester as simply The Pear, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. The restaurant was…
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Chester County Honors Life of Fred de Long, Director of Willistown Conservation Trust’s Farm Program
Fred de Long, 55, of West Chester sadly passed away on Jan. 21 after liver transplant complications, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. de…
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Qurate, Parent Company of West Chester-Based QVC, Rebrands as QVC Group
Qurate, the parent company of West Chester-based QVC, officially changed its name to QVC Group, and is now trading under “QVCGA,” “QVCGB,” and “QVCGP” symbols,…
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Cinnamon Bun Business Takes Off in West Chester, Offering a Delicious Treat in Every Bite
West Chester-based Hank’s Cinnamon Buns shows that every bite of a cinnamon bun can be delicious, not just the cinnamon-sugar center or icing-top, writes Jenn…
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Vanguard Aims to Transform into Financial Hub for Next Generation of Investors
Salim Ramji, the new CEO of Malvern-based Vanguard, is poised to drive significant changes at the investment giant, writes Brooke Masters for the Financial Times. …
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Aqua PA Continues to Enhance Chester County’s Water Infrastructure
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 12,840 feet of aging water mains in Tredyffrin, Thornbury, and Easttown Townships, Chester County. The existing cast iron pipes, which have…
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