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Twelve Chester County Places are Among Fastest-Growing Home Prices in Pennsylvania
Twelve Chester County places ranked among the fifty cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania, according to a new report from Stacker. Devon ranked highest in third place with a 1-year price increase of $65,717 (7.9 percent) and a five-year price increase of $280,099 (45.5 percent). A typical home value in Devon is now…
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Malvern Filmmaker Adam McKay Involved in Making of New Vampire Thriller Set in 1980s
Adam McKay, a Malvern native who attended Great Valley High School, is set to start a new project called Flesh of the Gods, writes Chris Compendio for PhillyVoice. Flesh of the Gods will be a 1980s vampire thriller starring Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac. Hot off his three Oscar-nominated films, McKay is one of the…
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Art Helps Warrington Woman Overcome Addiction
Kelly Murphy, founder of Warrington-based Shameless Soles, managed to beat her opioid addiction with the help of art, writes Alyana Gomez for 6abc. “I paint to keep me out of my head,” said Murphy. A self-taught custom shoe painter, Murphy did not know she could draw until she first put pen to paper during her…
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Telford Chef Is Among This Season’s Contestants on Food Network’s ‘Chopped’
Telford chef Shelby Fahrni is one of the contestants on the latest season of the popular Food Network game show Chopped, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Fahrni tried making her first dish when she was only four. “I saw Julia Childs dress a chicken on TV,” she said. “And I was…
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Central Bucks School District Finds New Superintendent in Dr. Steven Yanni
Lower Merion School District Superintendent Dr. Steven Yanni is transitioning to the Central Bucks School District, where he will also serve as the new superintendent, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. “Thank you, Lower Merion, for welcoming me into your community,” said Yanni as he announced his departure. A Bucks County resident, Yanni will maintain…
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Two of the Best Hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania are in Chester County
While Philadelphia might be the best place to find a hoagie, there are numerous spots throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania to find that perfect bite, and two of them are in Chester County, writes Jen O’Mara for The Keystone News. Out of the eight hoagie shops listed that rival Philadelphia, one in Phoenixville and another in West…
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TNT Amusements Will Blow Your Mind in Southampton
TNT Amusements is a satisfying name for a business that supplies arcade games and fun all in one in Southampton, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Stacked with arcade video games, dancing, pinball machines, and more, TNT Amusements buys, repair, and then sells these arcade games to those who love to play. However, before…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Magnificent Equestrian Estate in Ivyland
A gorgeous traditional home on 10.1 acres with four bedrooms and four full and three half bathrooms is available for sale in Ivyland. . . This magnificent equestrian estate is perfectly nestled within the tranquil atmosphere of a private enclave known as Two Ponds. The home welcomes you with its dramatic foyer with travertine flooring…
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Big Blue Swim School to Open at Center Point Place Shopping Center in Warminster
Big Blue Swim School is coming to the Giant Shopping Center at Center Point Place in Warminster, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. A big sign for the future business can be seen on the building next to the recently opened Bach to Rock Music School. No date has been provided on when the new…
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WSJ: During His Time in Office, Gov. Shapiro Earns Reputation of Being Competent, Pragmatic, and Sure-Footed
Since he took over as the Governor of Pennsylvania, Upper Dublin’s Josh Shapiro has earned a reputation for being competent, pragmatic, and sure-footed in a crisis, writes Salena Zito for The Wall Street Journal. “My job is to keep people safe, and my job every day is to get s— done,” he said in an…
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Author Rick Van Noy Chronicles His Journey In Canoe Down Delaware River in New Book
Author Rick Van Noy took a canoe trip down the Delaware River with his dog, Sully, and chronicles their journey in his new book, Borne by the River, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Van Noy is a New Jersey native who grew up by the river but later moved for school and work…
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QVC Summit Sees Bradley Cooper Handing Out Philadelphia Cheesesteaks in Las Vegas
The West Coast got a taste of the East Coast last week at QVC’s Age of Possibility summit in Las Vegas. Angelo’s Pizzeria owner Danny DiGiampietro and Oscar-nominated actor Bradley Cooper brought their food truck to the event to serve up Philly cheesesteaks to the stars, writes Antonia DeBianchi for People. Danny and Coops Cheesesteaks…
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Owners of Chadds Ford Tavern, Kings Tavern Opening New Restaurant in Paoli
Restaurateurs Philip and Kate Ferro, the owners of Chadds Ford Tavern and Kings Tavern in Coatesville, are expanding, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Together with their investors Chet Patel and Garry Hesselbacher, the pair are planning for an April opening of Main Line Tavern in Paoli. All three eateries are part of…
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See Which Montco Beer Garden Is Among Best in Pennsylvania
Beer gardens are cherished, seasonal rendezvous points for friends and communities to gather, relax, and enjoy some fresh brews, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. One of Pennsylvania’s best beer gardens is right here in Montgomery County. Iron Gate Biergarten, set in an alley in downtown Pottstown, offers superb industrial appeal. It is open from…
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Montgomery County Native Is Member of Most Successful Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Paul Hammond, a Montgomery County native, is a member of Get the Led Out, the most successful Led Zeppelin tribute band in the world, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Hammond, who stands in for Jimmy Page, is one of the two original members of the band. Get the Led Out is rarely not…
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Area Man Is Brains Behind Booming Amish Cannabis Business
There is currently a booming business of Amish cannabis farmers in Pennsylvania, and one Chester County native is the brains behind it, writes Miles Dilworth for the Daily Mail. Reuben Riehl started Lancaster County Cannabis from his basement four years ago. He would pack the occasional pound of cannabis and take it to small local…
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Montgomery County Native Is Member of Most Successful Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Paul Hammond, a Montgomery County native, is a member of Get the Led Out, the most successful Led Zeppelin tribute band in the world, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Hammond, who stands in for Jimmy Page, is one of the two original members of the band. Get the Led Out is rarely not…
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Chester County Bakery Among List of Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Cookies, cakes, pastries, and more are the subject of some of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. The Keystone compiled a list of the 13 best in the state and one Chester County bakery is among them. While also naming the best on the list, there are also recommendations of what to order and Yelp reviewers…








































