West Chester
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Former Malvern Man — Whose Career Touched ‘Anyone Who Has Flown on a Commercial Airliner’ — Dies at 79
Geoffrey Hedrick, formerly of Malvern, has died at age 79. Hedrick was an avionics innovator and entrepreneur who ran companies in Exton, Malvern, and West Chester, and his business entities improved airplane safety and efficiency. Gary Miles reported the loss for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hedrick was a longtime award-winning engineer who founded and served as…
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With Unmatched Infrastructure, This Former Suburban Bank Building is Ready for the Region’s Next Great Restaurant
Pillar Real Estate Advisors has listed a unique property, the future location of a restaurant that will be in a class of its own, in downtown West Chester. Formerly the prestigious First National Bank of West Chester, this 14,000-square-foot space offers unmatched opportunity. It features multiple levels, grandiose ceiling height in the main room, large brick archways,…
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WCU Grad Looks to Leverage Olympic Success in Luge to Build America’s Reputation in the Sport
While luge is traditionally a European-dominated sport, Jim Leahy, a West Chester University graduate and CEO of USA Luge, seeks to steer it into another direction. He has labored to help the U.S. gain prominence in the high-speed competition, starting with the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. Matt Breen careened through the particulars for The Philadelphia…
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With Successful NFL Career Behind Him, West Chester Man Now Focused on the Next Chapter of His Life
West Chester resident Phillip Daniels is following up on a successful career in the NFL by coaching football at Bishop Shanahan High School and staying in shape through powerlifting, writes Patrick Garbin for UGASports.com. Daniels began his ascension in football at the University of Georgia, where he tallied 13 sacks, 18 other tackles for loss,…
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Weekend Wanderer: As We Try to Escape Omicron, Is Anyone Else Leaping from Fantasy to Fantasy?
I think we can all agree the universe is a Hydra of suck right now: Eliminate one problem, watch another sprout up in its place. I mean Hydra the mythical being here, not Hydra the villainous Marvel faction. Although really, both apply. My kids’ schools are a Whack-A-Mole of previously uncharted problems — substitute teachers…
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West Chester Man Pays Forward a Kindness Shown to Him by Helping the Disabled and Senior Citizens
Following a personal mission of giving back, West Chester resident John Kane offered to help the disabled and senior citizens clear snow from their driveways during harsh weather for free. Fran Maye scooped up his reasons for the Daily Local News. Last year, Kane started his small lawn care business, which he had been dreaming…
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WCU Grad Helps Her Teenage Son’s Clothing Brand Grow from $178 Investment to $1 Million Business
Philadelphian Trey Brown, at a mere 15 years old, is already riding his clothing brand Spergo to a career as an industry titan. His business mentor/distribution partner/mother is West Chester University graduate Sherell Peterson, and together, they’re on their way to building a fashion empire. Bob Fernandez covered the meteoric rise for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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West Chester Couple an Example of How Animals Affect the Real Estate Decisions of Pet Owners
Mindy Rhodes and John Braxton considered Spike’s needs when searching for an area home six years ago. The six-acre site they found in West Chester was perfect for him. Spike is not their child; he’s a horse. And his influence on their real estate purchase is becoming a widespread trend, reports Cynthia Henry for The…
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West Chester-based StreamGeeks Announce Third Annual Summit for Video Professionals
The StreamGeeks Summit 3.0 is the third annual educational gathering focused on live streaming and video production. It is scheduled for Dec. 15. The StreamGeeks are a West Chester-based video production company that has helped pioneer new methods of live video streaming since its start in 2017. Live streaming has become a crucial tool for…
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Join The Art Trust for a Friday Night Artists’ Reception and Thoughtfully Give This Holiday Season
The Art Trust was founded in June of 2006 and is a volunteer-based organization that supports and cultivates the exploration of a contemporary aesthetic for the benefit of artists and the community. They hold several events a year, thanks to the support and generosity of their corporate sponsor, Meridian Bank. In 2020 through proceeds of…
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2021 Package Panic: UPS Short 7,000 Workers for Seasonal Jobs Across the Philadelphia Area
How do you look in UPS brown? If you think that’s a good couture color and have the desire to pick up some extra funds, UPS is your place. The deliverer is looking to fill 7,000 seasonal jobs in the Philadelphia region to answer holiday demand. Ryan Mulligan wrapped up the hiring particulars for NBC10…
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Mental Health and Wellness ‘Part of the Fabric’ at Qlik, Where Employees Thrive in a Compassionate Workplace
Oct. 10 was World Mental Health Day, an occasion that Qlik, the data analytics firm based in King of Prussia, observes every year with several offerings for employees. Throughout the entire year, in fact, the company provides mental health and wellness support, which makes for healthier, happier, and more productive teams. With more than 50,000…
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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model from West Chester Aims to Destigmatize Baldness in Women
After West Chester native Christie Valdiserri walked the runway for Sports Illustrated during Miami Swim Week two years ago, she did something no other model had done before: She slipped off her wig and revealed her baldness to all. Allison Norlian chronicled the brave act for Forbes. “It was the most liberating moment of my…
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WCU Profs Believe DNA Discussion Project Can Further Race Relations
Bessie Lawton and Anita Foeman, professors of communication and media at West Chester University, are helping to facilitate conversations on race using the DNA testing that is part of the school’s DNA Discussion Project, writes Aparna Nathan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The initiative studies student responses to the results of DNA-based ancestry tests and how…
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With an Assist from QVC, Local Dermatologist’s Sun-Protective Clothing Line Shines
Erum Ilyas, a local dermatologist, is growing her sun-protective clothing line, AmberNoon, by leveraging the marketing oomph of West Chester-based QVC. Lisa Dukart shined a light on the details for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Ilyas began her company, Wayne-based AmberNoon, after she learned that certain textile weaves shield UV rays. She officially launched a protective…
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Chester County Hospital’s Infectious Disease Expert Makes Dire but Informed Prediction on Unvaccinated Residents
Dr. Shafinaz Akhter and her colleagues at Chester County Hospital have been battling COVID-19 cases since the very beginning of the pandemic. Over that course of time, her education and her experience have shaped a definite view of the disease, its progress in Chester County and beyond, its treatment options, and heaviest on her heart,…
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QVC Helps Former Actress Achieve Retail Success by Embracing Her Asian Heritage in Her Skin Care Products
Former actress Jennifer Yen, best known for her role of villainess Vypra on the Power Rangers television show, achieved great success after deciding to take advice from QVC buyers and adjust her skincare product line to showcase her Asian heritage, writes Marli Guzzetta for Inc. magazine. Yen started her beauty brand based on Asian traditions…
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Bernardon Appoints Six Staff Members to Associates, Continues to Cultivate Its Talented Team of Design Pros
Bernardon — a full-service architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture firm that operates offices in West Chester, Philadelphia, and Wilmington — has appointed six staff members to the position of Associate. New Associates include Diana Gonzalez, Tim Kiser, Derek Perini, David Schlecht, Robin Tait, and Daniel Wrightson. This advancement opportunity recognizes their growth within Bernardon…
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