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Malvern Prep Football Coach Joe Carr Has a Long History of Excellence in the Game
Malvern Preparatory School coach Joe Carr has an unrivaled history of success in the game of football throughout the region, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Since 1990, Carr has coached high school football defense in Chester County, while turning down college coaching offers. With his level of experience and commitment to his community,…
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The Stone Barn Burns Down in Tragic Fire in Kennett Square
The Stone Barn restaurant and venue was recently destroyed in a morning fire, writes Richard Gaw for Chester County Press. Several fire companies were called to the scene at 2:48 AM in Kennett Square, finding the longtime destination in a complete blaze. According to Po-Mar-Lin Fire Department, who were first to arrive on scene, the…
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This Chester County Town Listed as an Underrated Small Town in Pennsylvania
Phoenixville has been listed as a great, underrated small town to visit for those looking for alternatives to Jim Thorpe or other cute small towns in state, writes Joseph Adebisi for The Travel. While Jim Thorpe attracts many tourists and visitors every year, there is something to be said about a small town in Chester…
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Chester County Mother Personally Fights for Comprehensive Eye Exams in Schools
Chester County student Nathan Koenig was a smart and articulate child, enjoying both hearing and telling stories, writes Alison McCook for The Philadelphia Inquirer. When he started school, he quickly began to have trouble with reading and writing. After bringing home multiple class worksheets blank, he was diagnosed with a learning disability. It took years…
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World Market Opens Location in Downingtown with Rave Reviews
World Market opened in Downingtown on Oct. 23, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Located at Brandywine Square at 1050 E. Lancaster Ave., the store sells furniture, home decor, jewelry, gift items, and houseware from across the world. The market also serves food and beverages, which are imported from 50 countries. The building…
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Longwood Gardens Named Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in the World
Longwood Gardens has been named the most beautiful botanical garden in the world, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. In June, the United Kingdom’s Titan Travel released its much-anticipated study, researching the world’s most stunning flower gardens. To gain an accurate representation of visitors’ favorites, the team scoured social media platforms, such as TikTok…
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Woman-Owned Vintage Shop Opens in Downtown West Chester
Clara Mae Company is a boutique store in downtown West Chester and seeks to offer unique clothing items and other one-of-a-kind goodies, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The shop, located at 107 N. Church Street, opened in August. The owner, Jessica Smedley, has a particular eye for fashion and beauty. Her favorite…
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Oxford Native Stuns with 4-Chair Turn on This Season of ‘The Voice’
A Chester County native recently auditioned for The Voice, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Voice is one of the biggest singing competitions on television. It features four teams led by musical icons who mentor the contestants as they progress through the competition’s rounds. Gabrielle Zabosky, from Oxford, impressed the four judges during…
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Downingtown Now Has a Sister City in the United Kingdom
Downingtown has linked to Bradninch Devon in the United Kingdom as a sister city, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Downingtown was named after Thomas Downing II, who also resided in the town’s new sister city. He left Bradninch in the early 18th century and emigrated to the U.S. The sister city mission…
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Local Repair Cafes Working to Fix People’s Items and Eliminate Consumer Waste
Repair cafes are growing in popularity, with a few located in Chester County, writes Eils Lotozo for Main Line Today. The volunteer effort is a result of a growing international movement that is focused on helping people fix their old and broken possessions, to help eliminate consumer waste and shift society’s “throw-away” mentality. The Berwyn…
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It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane…It’s SpaceX Flying Over Chester County
Although the SpaceX launch happened in Cape Canaveral, Florida, it was visible hundreds of miles away in Chester County, writes Joe Brandt for CBS News Philadelphia. Those who were up early on Tuesday morning reported seeing a “streak of white light moving across the sky.” The white light was the launch that sent four civilians…
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11th Annual Devon Fall Classic In Full Swing Throughout This Weekend
The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair has returned for its 11th Annual Devon Fall Classic, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The event is held from Sept. 12 to Sept. 15, ensuring four days of excitement, where the nation’s top show-jumping athletes will compete in the Dixon Oval. The $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome…
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Plan Your Romantic Weekend Getaway at Longwood Gardens
If you are looking for a romantic getaway, look no further than Chester County’s very own Longwood Gardens, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. There are plenty of opportunities across Pennsylvania for a weekend trip filled with romance, but you don’t have to travel very far if you choose to center your trip around Longwood…
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Chester County Teen Advocates for Youth Suicide Prevention in Local School Districts
A Chester County teen is advocating for teen suicide prevention in the Downingtown Area School District and the School District of Philadelphia, reports staff for FOX29 Philadelphia. Nived Lakshman, 17, is a rising senior at Downingtown East High School and has always been concerned about teen suicide rates. “It’s the third leading cause of death…
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Bierhaul Townhouse Takes on Tavern Scene in West Chester, Supplying Delicious Bites and Stellar Brews
Less than two years after finding success in Thornton with Bierhaul Farmhouse, James Mullally and Loïc Barnieu are taking on the tavern scene in West Chester with Bierhaul Townhouse, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. “I had the Bierhaul name, idea, and vibe in mind for a long time,” Mullally said. “To be fortunate…
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Everything You Need to Know About Chester County’s Cheese Scene
Chester County’s cheesemaking culture is exceptional, bringing together both the agriculture industry and talented chefs, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. The Farm at Doe Run in Coatesville is not only a cheesemaker, but an entire organic farm that includes cows and sheep raised for milk. Doe Run’s signature cheeses, Seven Sisters…
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Two Cheeses From Chester County Farm Listed as Highest Quality Cheeses in America
The Farm at Doe Run in Chester County has two cheeses that made the ‘15 Highest Quality Cheeses in America’ List, writes Minal Zaheer for Insider Monkey. The Farm at Doe Run, located in Unionville, is an award-winning creamery that sets its focus on simple, sustainable farming. Their cows, goats, and sheep are raised humanely…
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Horror Movie Filmed at Malvern Farm Gets International Digital Release
Hayride to Hell, a recent horror movie starring Bill Moseley and Kane Hodder, was filmed at Willisbrook Farm in Malvern, writes staff for Horror Society. The film was acquired for worldwide distribution by Breaking Glass Pictures, a prominent independent cinema distributor. It was directed by Dan Lantz. Kristina Chadwick and farm owner Robert Lange wrote…
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