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‘I Never Want to Drive in Rain Ever Again’: Downingtown Woman One of Many Still Haunted by Ida
When it rains, it pours for Downingtown resident Kristin Herman, one of many Chester Countians still dealing with the harrowing effects of Hurricane Ida. Her ongoing trepidation is even worse in spring and summer, which bring increased chances of pop-up thunderstorms and bad weather, writes Justine McDaniel for Phys.org. “By far the worst drive of…
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Pre-K Teacher in West Chester a Viral Sensation Who Uses TikTok to Educate an Audience of Millions
Tell Williams, an educator in West Chester, has been using humor and his life experiences as a gay pre-K teacher to reach the hearts of millions of viewers, parents, and children, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. Williams’s videos on TikTok have earned him more than 2.2 million followers as he uses his platform to advocate…
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A Half-Century After Former Lyndell Resident Jim Croce’s Hit Album, His Chesco-Born Son Keeps Legacy Alive
Marking the 50th anniversary of singer/songwriter Jim Croce’s 1972 album You Don’t Mess Around with Jim, his son A.J. Croce, who left Chester County as a toddler, has kept his father’s memory alive with his “Croce Plays Croce” tour, writes Hobart Rowland for Main Line Today. Jim Croce’s breakthrough album was recorded at a farmhouse…
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Berwyn Man, Phoenixville Woman Fall in Love and Marry. Half-Century Later, They Reflect on Life and Family
When Berwyn native Michael Lyons first met his future wife, Lorie, in 1972, he was immediately smitten, writes Kellie Patrick Gates for the Philadelphia Inquirer. However, Lorie, a nursing student who lived in Phoenixville, was already seeing someone. Mike returned to Notre Dame for his senior year, but he kept asking his friends about Lorie. In…
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Chadds Ford Woman Gives a Sport Dominated by Men a Feminine Touch, Wins International Competition
Martha King, a Chadds Ford lumberjill, took first place at the inaugural Timbersports International Women’s Cup last month in Vienna, Austria last month, writes Jamie Apody for 6abc. King started competing in timber sports in college at Penn State, following in her father’s footsteps. “The sport of lumberjack sports, or timber sports, is the traditional…
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Cochranville Man of International Renown Welcomes Horse Racing Reform: It’s Been ‘a Long Time Coming’
Cochranville resident George Strawbridge Jr., a prominent horse breeder and safe racing advocate, welcomed the reforms recently adopted by the Pennsylvania Racing Commission, saying they were “a long time coming,” writes David Wenner for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. “At last, they’ve arrived, and we do have a chance now, with these reforms, to preserve racing for…
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Owen J. Roberts Grad Emerges from Pandemic Lockdown with New Clothing Line That Promotes Health, Wellness
When Owen J. Roberts High School graduate Rebecca Ardekani returned home to Chester Springs as a student at Temple University amidst the lockdown of 2020, she was not expecting to come out of quarantine with a new clothing line, writes Lisa Dukat for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Graduating with a degree in tourism and hospitality, Ardekani…
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Here’s to You, Mrs. Robinson’s! Candy Shop with Nostalgic Sweets, New Treats Opens in Kennett Square
Mrs. Robinson’s Sweets & Treats, a new candy shop in Kennett Square, is guaranteed to become a favorite spot for those with a sweet tooth, writes Tara Smith for the Daily Local News. The old-fashioned shop offers both new favorites and candy classics that include Necco Wafers, Double Bubble, Pop Rocks, Mallo Cups, and Charleston…
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Country Club in Malvern Builds Proverbial War Chest as Post-Pandemic Spike in Golf Interest Continues
Like many other golf clubs in the region, White Manor Country Club in Malvern is enjoying a prolonged post-pandemic spike, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. According to general manager Bret Herspold, last year was “busier than ever” for the club. Thanks to the increased activity on the golf course and in the pro…
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Downingtown ‘Top Gun’ Actor Fires Off Ceremonial First Pitch at Recent Phillies Game
Miles Teller, a Downingtown native and lifelong Phillies fan, returned to the area last week to promote his new movie, Top Gun: Maverick, writes Brian Gallagher for the Daily Mail. The 35-year-old actor threw the first pitch at a Phillies game, where the first 1,500 fans who arrived at the stadium received an exclusive bobblehead…
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Bringing Manufacturing Back to America: U.S. Commerce Secretary Visits Malvern-Based Chipmaker
Malvern-based Vishay Intertechnology recently received a visit from U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, both of whom have shown support for legislation that would seek to bring more manufacturing back to America, writes Erin Arvedlund for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Vishay, one of the largest global manufacturers of semiconductors and electronic components,…
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Area Swim Clubs Tread Water to Keep Up with Recent Demand
Swim clubs in the Phila. suburbs are awash with business. Roslyn Swim Club, a private pool in West Chester, is a prime example. It has managed to weather the pandemic and is now doing better than ever, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to board president Adam Search, Roslyn Swim Club saw 20…
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East Coventry Township Police Officer’s Heroic Actions Save Two Children Trapped in Burning Home
Last week, when a fire occurred at a home in East Coventry Township, Police Seargent Taylor Ashburn was one of the first on the scene to help two children escape the flames, according to a report from CBS Philly. A 12-year-old boy and 13-year-old girl were trapped in the burning second floor of the home…
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Gov. Wolf Calls for $2,000 Payments to Pennsylvanians
Gov. Tom Wolf called on Pennsylvania’s General Assembly to support Pennsylvanians by passing legislation for the American Rescue Plan Act-funded $500 million PA Opportunity Program, which would send checks of up to $2,000 to millions of Pennsylvanians. “I first introduced this plan four months ago,” said Gov. Wolf. “A lot has changed since then, from inflation to…
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West Chester Native’s Husband — an International Cricket Star — Brings New Life to Region’s History with the Sport
Last summer, Liam Plunkett, a cricket star who won the World Cup with England in 2019, moved with his wife, West Chester native Emeleah Erb, to her hometown. Now, he’s playing for the local pro team and breathing new life into the region’s deep history with the centuries-old sport, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for the Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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A Tip of the Cap to Ladies Day at the Devon Horse Show, a Wholly Unique Local Tradition
Fancy headwear was the order of the day at the Devon Horse Show on Wednesday as women showed off their best hats for the annual competition during Ladies Day, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX 29. In addition to their colorful and stunning hats, most of the ladies were also wearing items from Malvern-based Posh Collections. …
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Kennett Square Couple Invited to Rome to Represent U.S. at World Meeting of Families
Damon and Melanie Owens of Kennett Square are among 12 couples invited to represent the U.S. at this year’s World Meeting of Families in Rome, writes Steven Hoffman for the Chester County Press. The couple was invited by U.S. bishops to be a part of their 30-member U.S. delegation. “We were surprised — and thrilled…
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‘Horses Could Help Us Become Better People’: Malvern Nonprofit Uses Equine Therapy for Healing
Gateway HorseWorks, a nonprofit in Malvern, has used horses to help those suffering from trauma find peace since 2015, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. Founded by Kristen de Marco, the nonprofit is home to rescue horses and retired racehorses who help with equine-assisted psychotherapy. Clients are paired with a licensed mental health practitioner and equine specialist when…
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