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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Tower Health to Lay Off Staff at All Facilities, Including Pottstown, Phoenixville
Tower Health announced layoffs of around 50 employees, affecting all of the health system’s locations, including Pottstown Hospital in Montgomery County and Phoenixville Hospital in…
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Coatesville Company Turns Thousands of Plastic Bags into Sustainable Benches and Tables
JAHACO, a Coatesville-based business, is taking plastic bags and soft plastics and turning them into beautiful benches, tables, and more, reports Bill Hartung for 6ABC. …
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Bucks County Leadership: Susan Hamley, Executive Director, Chester County Tourism
Susan Hamley, Executive Director of Chester County Tourism, spoke with BUCKSO Today about growing up on the North Side of Chicago, cheering for the Cubs,…
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New Restaurants and Updated Menus Arrive in Chester County Just in Time for Summer
With seasonal menus, new drinks, and debut restaurants opening up, summer dining in Chester County offers residents a delicious way to spend the season, writes…
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PECO Opens 2025 Powering the Arts Grant Program to Advance Equal Access to the Arts Across Region
Equal access to the arts is more than a value for PECO; it’s a cornerstone of the company’s corporate giving. That commitment is once again…
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Two Chester County Farms Get Permanently Preserved
The Shapiro Administration has invested nearly $10 million to purchase development rights for 2,672 acres on 35 farms in 18 counties, protecting them from future residential or…
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Many Aqua Pennsylvania Customers Are Eligible for Monthly Discounts and Don’t Know It
The rising cost of living is a top-of-mind issue for many right now, and at Aqua Pennsylvania, we want to ensure that our customers are…
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West Chester Law Firm Advocates for Truth for Parents of Beloved Teacher Who Died in Stabbing
Josh and Sandee Greenberg, parents of beloved teacher Ellen Greenberg who died after being stabbed 20 times, are still seeking the truth with help from…
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HSN Officially Relocates to QVC’s West Chester Campus
After months of preparation, HSN has closed operations at its Florida studios and officially completed its relocation to QVC’s campus in West Chester, writes Ashley…
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Personal Tragedy Led Exton’s Kensey Nash Founder to New Role as Lungpacer Medical CEO
Personal tragedy led Doug Evans, founder of Exton-based Kensey Nash, to change his business trajectory and become CEO of Vancouver-based Lungpacer Medical, writes Brian Gormley…
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Chester County Mini Golf Courses are the Perfect Summer Activity
Looking for a fun summer activity to enjoy with friends and family? Several mini golf spots throughout Chester County offer memorable experiences for all ages,…
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West Chester Designer Helps Couple Transform 1870s Home with Costco Cabinetry
When West Chester designer Miggy Mason started working on a grand, circa-1870s mansion, the owners, Patrick and Dava Murray, repeatedly emphasized their need for more…
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Chester County Crime Family Inspiration for 1986 Movie ‘At Close Range’
At Close Range is a 1986 crime drama based on a true story of a Chester County crime family described as “one of the most…
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Chester County Home to Nine of Pennsylvania’s 25 Most Expensive Housing Markets
Chester County is home to nine towns that are ranked among the most expensive places to buy a home in Pennsylvania, according to a recently…
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Ron Jaworski, Owner of Downingtown Country Club, Expands Business with New Sports Bar
Downingtown County Club owner Ron Jaworski has expanded his restaurant business with the new 7-Tap Tavern, writes Ben Mace for Golfweek. Jaworski, who was previously…
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Get Your Stomping Shoes On: Spotted Lanternfly Season Is Here
Spotted lanternfly season is here once again, and while the last few seasons have seen fewer of them, it remains important to stay vigilant and…
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This Chesco Town is Known for Balancing Indie Charm and Industrial Legacy
With its eclectic mix of local boutiques, farm-to-table dining, a historic theater, and more, the borough of Phoenixville strikes a perfect balance between indie charm…
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Coatesville Billionaire Mary Alice Dorrance Malone, Campbell Soup Heiress, Dies at 75
Mary Alice Dorrance Malone, a Coatesville resident and the billionaire lead shareholder of Campbell Soup, died on June 16 at the age of 75, writes…
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