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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HSN’s Move to West Chester Paves Way for 400,000-Square-Foot Industrial Project at Former Campus
Vacated after HSN consolidated operations in West Chester, the network’s former Florida headquarters is set to become one of Tampa Bay’s largest industrial developments, writes Veronica Brezina…
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Subaru Park in Chester Gets Upgrades as New MLS Season Opens
There’s a lot happening at Subaru Park in Chester, from new lighting to an upgrade to the concession and retail areas, writes John George for…
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Another Chester County Town Considers Becoming Designated ‘Bird Town’
Chester County is for the birds, well, bird towns. Under the program Bird Town Pennsylvania, there are a few designated areas such as Malvern and…
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Former Eagle Brent Celek Adds Five West Chester Warehouses to Real Estate Portfolio
Former Eagle Brent Celek, who just brought his residential brokerage to Keller Williams Media, has acquired five West Chester warehouses for over $10 million as he doubles…
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West Chester Eagles Legend Brent Celek Brings His Real Estate Team to Keller Williams
Brent Celek, the former Eagles star who now lives in West Chester, has brought his real estate team to Keller Williams in what he calls a “natural…
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Longtime Voiceover Host Reflects on Three Decades at QVC
While she may not have originally planned on a decades-long voiceover career, original QVC host Ellen Langas‘ voice has since become a network cornerstone, writes…
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Fate of Century-Old West Goshen House in Judge’s Hands Amid Preservation Fight
A privately owned West Goshen house that has remained vacant and been deteriorating for more than 20 years is now at the center of a preservation fight, writes Brooke…
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After Building Chatham Financial, Michael Bontrager Turned His Fortune Toward Revitalizing Kennett Square
After hedge fund adviser J. Michael Bontrager built Chatham Financial into an 850-employee powerhouse, he turned his focus into revitalizing Kennett Square and area towns, writes…
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After Major Pivot Three Years Ago, Malvern Innovation Company Thriving Once Again
Three years ago, following the commercial failure of its proprietary air-cooling technology, Malvern-based Radicle Development Center found new life by shifting focus, writes Holly Quinn for Technical.ly. …
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Aspiring Landenberg Police Officer Thrives After Lifesaving Kidney Transplant
Landenberg resident DJ Riddell is pursuing his dreams of becoming a police officer thanks to a lifesaving kidney donation, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Riddell…
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QVC, the Original Live-Shopping Pioneer, Plots Comeback While Aiming to Avoid Bankruptcy
Live-shopping, pioneered by QVC, has been overtaken by social media in recent years, and the West Chester company is now focusing its turnaround on reclaiming…
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East Vincent Planning Commission Recommends Denial of Pennhurst Data Center Project
In a unanimous vote, the East Vincent Planning Commission recommended that the township’s board of supervisors deny a proposed data center at the historic Pennhurst…
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Malvern-Based Vanguard Group Adds Two Veteran Investment Firm CEOs, Expanding Board to 16
Malvern-based Vanguard Group has expanded its board of directors to 16 members with the appointment of two veteran investment firm CEOs, David Hunt and Ken Jacobs, writes Jeff…
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Pennsylvania Film Office Grants $6M to Netflix Series ‘Tires’ for Philadelphia-Area Production
Based in West Chester, the Netflix comedy series Tires is set to receive $6 million from the Pennsylvania Film Office to produce its third season in the…
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We Are Not Alone: Chester Counties Beyond Pennsylvania
Our Chester County is a place where locals and visitors enjoy living, working, and playing. While not the largest county in Pennsylvania, it is the wealthiest, leading to an influx…
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Bankruptcy Reports Send QVC Group Stock into Steep Decline
Reports that West Chester-based QVC Group is negotiating a voluntary debt restructuring with its creditors, potentially including a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, have caused the…
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Plans Advance to Transform Wayne Office Building into 162-Unit Apartment Complex
Following required approvals, the partnership of Malvern-based E. Kahn Development, Wayne-based Love Communities, and Harrisburg’s Triple Crown Corp. is proceeding with plans to convert a Wayne office complex…
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A Local Guide to 16 (Plus 1) Standout Chocolate Shops Across the Delaware Valley
Valentine’s Day calls for chocolate done right, and the Delaware Valley delivers. Across Philadelphia, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks counties, these 16 (plus 1!) chocolate…
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