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Coatesville Basketball Star Stays Local Ahead of a Bright Future
Coatesville basketball star Colton Hiller plans to stay a hometown hero as he continues to improve his basketball game, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Currently ranked as the No. 3 player in the nation for the class of 2028, the Coatesville Area High School sophomore has received offers from major prep schools and…
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Chester County Farmers Markets Offer Homegrown Groceries All Year Long
Offering farm-fresh groceries alongside other handmade items, Chester County farmers markets are a community staple all year long, write Claire Chmiel, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are four local farmers markets where you can find fresh grocery items this spring. Berwyn Farmers Market—Berwyn. One of Chester County’s newer markets,…
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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 Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Langas serves as the voice of West Chester-based QVC’s order line. She guides customers through the ordering process, recording full sentences or just a…
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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 had dreamed of becoming a law enforcement officer for years. However, his plans were recently paused after getting diagnosed with liver failure. For treatment, Riddell got in touch with Kidneys…
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Phoenixville Snack Company ‘Sprinkles’ a Fun Twist into Healthy Eating
Two Phoenixville mothers are making nutritious eating both fun and easy with their snack company SprinkleBites, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. In 2024, founders Rachel Kane and Nicole Baros needed a way to help their picky eaters meet their nutritional needs without a hassle. Inspired by a Dutch snack from Baros’ childhood,…
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Phoenixville Shop Helps Barbers Find Meaningful Employment
Phoenixville barber shop Iron’s Edge Barber Company is helping under-supported employees find long-term success, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. The shop hires barbers who may struggle to find work elsewhere. The team is made up of formerly incarcerated residents going through re-entry, individuals struggling with substance use, and formerly homeless people seeking stable employment. Manager…
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Local Farmer Declines Multi-Million Data Center Bid to Preserve Land Instead
A farmer in nearby Cumberland County has turned down a multi-million dollar bid to use his farmland for a data center thanks to a partnership with the Lancaster Farmland Trust, writes Dan Sullivan for Lancaster Farming. Data center developers offered farmer Mervin Raudabaugh over $15 million for his 261 acres of farmland. Thanks to a…
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Four Chester County Restaurants Offering Cozy Fireside Dining this Winter
Chester County residents have plenty of local spots to visit for cozy fireside dining this winter, write Ben Silver and Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Here are four local spots where you can enjoy a delicious meal alongside a roaring fire to warm up during the cold winter months. The Whip Tavern—Coatesville. Cozy…
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Iron Hill Landlord in West Chester Seeks New Tenants After Abrupt Closure
Owners behind West Chester’s former Iron Hill Brewery are actively searching for new tenants, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The restaurant chain announced its abrupt closure following its bankruptcy filing this fall. Massachusetts real estate investor John Barry, who has owned the property since 2022, recently purchased the space’s assets, including the building…
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Chester County Pen Pals Discover Shocking Connection After Reuniting Thirty Years Later
Local resident Megan Lewis recently uncovered a surprise connection with her elementary school pen pal nearly thirty years later, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc Action News. When visiting family for Thanksgiving, Lewis went through old letters and documents from her elementary school years. After reading her pen pal letters from the 1994-1995 school year, Lewis…
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Modern Luxury Meets Historic Authenticity in this West Chester Victorian
Heartsease, a historic estate in West Chester, perfectly blends authenticity and luxurious living on 5.25 acres of serene landscaping, writes Devin Dixon for Modern Teen. Featuring 6,000 square feet of living space, the home pairs expansive outdoor areas with custom amenities designed to support a forward-looking, high-quality lifestyle. A spacious wraparound patio welcomes visitors to…
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West Chester’s Bookhouse Hotel is the Perfect Getaway for Book Lovers
The Bookhouse at Faunbrook offers literary-inspired lodging perfect for any Chester County book lover, writes Lauren Gordon for TravelHost. The West Chester hotel, an extension of The Bookhouse Hotel in Kennett Square, boasts seven luxurious rooms inspired by iconic authors and literary figures. The charming interiors are complete with an extensive collection of books to…
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Nineteen-Year-Old Politician Makes History as Kennett Square’s Youngest Elected Council Member
Nineteen-year-old politician Juan Tafolla is making history in Kennett Square as the borough’s youngest ever elected council member, writes Virginia Esteban-Somalo for Impacto. After a long campaign, Tafolla won the Kennett Borough Council election with a record-breaking 1,071 votes. The total marks the highest volume of votes for any candidate in Kennett’s history. Tafolla’s historic…
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Chester County Goes Green with New Propane Bus Plan
Chester County is taking on an environment-focused action plan with the introduction of sixteen new propane buses for Chesco Connect, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The county is set to run sixteen new propane buses by February, with seven already in rotation. Chester County Department of Community Transit director Gene Suski shared that…
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Stroud Water Research Center Reveals the Impact of Road Salt on Local Waterways
A new study by Avondale’s Stroud Water Research Center has revealed the significant impact of road salt on local waters, writes Susan Phillips for WHYY. Completed this past October, Stroud’s recent study examined the salt content in over 1,200 locations, mostly local streams. Citizens and community partners conducted the research, which marked the fall first…
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New Survey Reveals How Pennsylvanians Feel About Statewide Rise in Data Centers
A new poll recently revealed how Pennsylvanians feel about the wave of data centers being proposed throughout the state, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The survey, conducted by Real Clear Politics and Emerson College, asked Pennsylvania residents how they feel about data centers being built in the state and in their area. Over…
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Historic 70-Foot Ferris Wheel Returns Home to Phoenixville
A historic 78-foot Ferris wheel, dubbed the Phoenix Wheel, is set to return home to Phoenixville next spring, reports the Phoenixville Regional Chamber of Commerce. The historic Phoenix Bridge Company, a subsidiary of Phoenix Iron Works, originally built the iron components to the wheel over a century ago. The wheel served as a popular attraction…
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Festive Pop-Up Bars Bring Holiday Cheer to Chester County
Chester County residents can enjoy a festive night out on the town at one of the county’s many holiday pop-up bars, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Here are four pop up bars throughout Chester County perfect for enjoying a festive drink this holiday season. Sleigh All Night—Phoenixville. In a one-night only event…
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