6 days ago · Chester County Parks + Preservation recently announced the total number of acres preserved in 2024. Through partnerships with municipalities, conservancies and the state, more than 1,240 acres were confirmed as permanent open space in 2024 and added to Chester County’s preserved land that covers more than 31 percent of the county.

6 days ago · In this week's edition of the Chester County Press: Pa.’s Ag. Department issues quarantine order to control phorid fly infestation, Local leaders react to initiative to cut federal funding, Oxford Borough Council discusses police study, and more. Browse the stories online or see the full digital ...

Nov 29, 2023 · Chester County Government’s survey of citizen priorities and service satisfaction re-confirms that 94 percent of residents believe Chester County is an excellent or good place to live and raise a family, and that maintaining the quality of water, preserving open space, and managing population growth remain top areas of importance.

Jan 8, 2025 · In this week's edition of the Chester County Press, New Garden Township board of supervisors names chairman, game commission reports high incidents of poaching, Kennett Square celebrates annual mushroom drop, and more.

Nov 27, 2024 · The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution BOC-57-24, extending the county-wide open burn ban by 30 days. The extension to the burn ban comes at the recommendation of the Chester County Department of Emergency Services, and the District Forester, on behalf of the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Dec 25, 2024 · In this week's edition of the Chester County Press, Kennett Township's greenhouse emissions report, Chester County faces the climate crisis, Oxford Borough Council meeting addresses development, and more.

Dec 18, 2024 · In a move that strengthens the administrative leadership of Chester County Government, County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz and Eric Roe announced the restructure of the top administrative positions, naming David Byerman as Chief Executive Officer for the county, and Erik Walschburger as Chief Operating Officer.

Dec 11, 2024 · In this week's edition of the Chester County Press, two separate fires destroy beloved structures in Kennett and New London, Kennett Township approves 2025 budget, vacancy is filled on Penn Township Board of Supervisors, and more.

Mar 13, 2024 · Over the last decade, the 750 square miles of Chester County has transformed from having a moderately good reputation as a destination for locally made libations to an emerging industry that now draws both raves and visitors on a regular basis.

Feb 28, 2024 · Many families in Chester County are grappling with an intimidating challenge, the rapidly increasing cost of homes. The county’s median home price has surged significantly beyond $500,000 in 2023.