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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PennDOT Looking for New Hires to Help at Their Maintenance Facility in Pipersville
Those who are looking to work to keep Bucks County safe will have the opportunity to apply for a lucrative career this month. PennDOT Engineering…
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Highmark Adds Jefferson Health to Its Growing Philadelphia-Area Network of Hospitals
A Pittsburgh-based health insurer has signed a provider contract with Jefferson Health, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Highmark Blue Shield, which is entering…
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What Is Legacy Planning, and Who Needs It?
There are a lot of misconceptions around legacy planning, who needs it, and what’s included. A 2023 Wills and Estate Planning Study by Caring.com found…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Celebrates 25th ‘Silver’ Anniversary
Freedom Village at Brandywine, an Active Adult (55+) community, recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25-year silver anniversary with a grand masquerade-themed…
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Folds of Honor Provides Life-Changing Scholarships for Families of Those Who Served
Folds of Honor is committed to their mission of helping the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. For 16…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Awards Scholarships to Support
Freedom Village at Brandywine recently hosted its 17th annual awards ceremony where 22 Freedom Village employees received college-level scholarships. The ceremony occurred in the Greg…
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Bucks County Politician Helps Craft New Bill That Would Reduce Childcare Costs
A politician from Bucks County recently worked on a bill that would help to relieve the country’s issues related to childcare costs. Representative Tina Davis,…
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Student Teachers in Pennsylvania Could Get Stipend for Addressing Shortages
Legislation that advanced out of the state House Education Committee proposes paying student teachers in Pennsylvania a $10,000 stipend in exchange for assisting in addressing…
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Citadel Credit Union Honors 31 Local Teachers with Citadel Heart of Learning Award, $58,000 in Grants
Citadel Credit Union has recognized 31 teachers in Greater Philadelphia for going above and beyond and truly “building strength in education.” The company has awarded…
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Nearly 1,200 WSFS Bank Associates Volunteer Across the Region for Inaugural ‘We Stand for Service Day’
Nearly 1,200 WSFS Bank associates volunteered across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region on June 14 as part of the bank’s first-ever “We Stand for…
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Esteemed Guide Deems Philadelphia One of World’s Top Tourist Destinations
From its art and history to its dining scene and cultural effervescence — and everything in between — Philadelphia is, quite simply, a special place.…
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Air Conditions in Bucks County, Other Areas Continue to Worsen. Here’s What to Know
Residents of Bucks County are continuing to deal with smoky and unsafe air conditions as foreign wildfires continue to rage on. Yesterday, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection…
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Bucks County One of Several Areas Facing Smoky Conditions. Here’s What to Know
Residents of Bucks County have recently noticed smoky and hazy conditions in their communities, and a series of wildfires are to blame. The Pennsylvania Department…
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Bucks County Leadership: Georgann Berger McKenna, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Penn Community Bank
Georgann Berger McKenna, Chief Human Resources Officer at Penn Community Bank, recently sat down with BUCKSCO Today to discuss her role at the bank and…
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Bucks County Leadership: Mary Powell, Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions, Immaculata University
Mary Powell, dean of the new College of Nursing and Health Professions at Immaculata University, spoke with Today about growing up in Delaware County and…
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Chester County Teen Fights Off Shark at Jersey Shore
Maggie Drozdowski, a Chester County teenager, survived a shark attack during a surfing outing over the weekend in Stone Harbor, New Jersey, write Matt Petrillo…
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Freedom Village Has 2 ‘Get Acquainted’ Events Coming Up
Freedom Village at Brandywine in Chester County invites you to an information session, “Understanding Life Care” on Tuesday, May 23, starting at 11 AM, at…
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Freedom Village Residents Thespians Perform Musical Western
The Village Players, a group of resident actors at Freedom Village at Brandywine, showcased their theatrical talents April 14 and 15 when they premiered their…
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