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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Freedom Village at Brandywine Named 2026 Best Nursing Home
Freedom Village at Brandywine has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report. Since its debut in 2009,…
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Avondale’s Va La Vineyards Brings Small-Batch Wines to Chester County
Local winery Va La Vineyards is bringing delicious French and Italian wines to Avondale, writes Paul Vigna for Penn Live. Recently featured in Wine Enthusiast,…
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Herr’s Snacks Celebrates Nearly 80 Years of Local Production, Worldwide Reach
For nearly 80 years, Herr’s has been making chips, pretzels, and other snacks in Nottingham and distributing them to customers around the country and world,…
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Couple Transforms Malvern Home with Vibrant Color and Personal Style
A young family in Malvern have transformed their dream home using a bright and playful palette that mirrors their lifestyle, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for…
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LionCage Pitch Competition Awards $35,000 to Southeastern Pennsylvania Entrepreneurs
Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council…
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Greystone Hall in West Chester Sold for $6.5 Million
New York-based Mirbeau Hospitality Services has purchased the 44-acre Greystone Hall in West Chester for $6.5 million, and intends to transform it into a luxury…
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Wilmington Fliers Gain Two New Avelo Airlines Nonstop Destinations
Local travelers are gaining two new options with Avelo Airlines, which will be adding nonstop services from Wilmington to Atlanta and Chicago early next year,…
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Citadel Credit Union Marks 25 Years of Honoring Educators During American Education Week
During American Education Week, Citadel Credit Union is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards (CHOLA), a program that has recognized…
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New Bakery Causes Chaos in Downingtown with Lines Out the Door
Chaos, a good kind, has erupted in Downingtown with the arrival of PanDoughMonium Bakery. Owner Robert Weinrich first thought of running his own bakery back…
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Debate Over Exton Square Mall’s Future Continues as Abrams Realty Sues
The future of Exton Square Mall remains uncertain as the developer takes township officials to court after they rejected its plan for the massive shopping…
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500 Miles of Circuit Trails Redefine How Communities Connect Across Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey
On any given weekend, the Schuylkill River Trail hums with life — runners weaving past families on bikes, friends meeting at the water’s edge, and…
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Former Landhope Dairy Farm in Kennett Square to Become New Wedding Venue
Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group is partnering with the owners of the former Landhope dairy farm on a $6 million adaptive reuse project to transform…
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Nottingham-Based Herr’s Brings Back ‘Flavored by Philly’ with American Ideals Twist
Herr’s iconic Flavored by Philly campaign is back — and this year, it’s making snack history. In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Herr’s is celebrating the flavors…
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Bucks County Leadership: Maria Santangelo, CEO, Barclay Friends
Maria Santangelo, CEO of Barclay Friends, spoke with Bucksco Today about her journey from growing up in Norristown to leading one of the most respected…
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Havertown Carpet Co. Scores Big as Winner of Firstrust Bank and Eagles’ Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles recently celebrated Havertown Carpet Co. as the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a program focused on uplifting…
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Two Chester County Restaurants Rank Among Pennsylvania’s Best
Two truly can’t-miss restaurants across Pennsylvania are local to Chester County, writes Nikelle Murphy for The Takeout. Andiario in West Chester and East Earl’s Shady…
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LCH Health & Community Services: Over Fifty Years of Community Healthcare in West Grove
For over five decades, LCH Health & Community Services in West Grove has provided families across southern Chester County with accessible and personalized healthcare, writes…
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Bucks County Leadership: Dr. Troy M. Baker, Head of School, Church Farm School
Dr. Troy M. Baker, Head of School at Church Farm School, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about his journey from basketball courts and paper routes on…
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