West Chester
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Crystal Technologies Group, Inc. in West Chester Brings Technology Support and Peace of Mind to Its Clients
The heart of Crystal Technologies Group in West Chester is found in the passion and expertise of its founders, Cheryl Stradling and Greg DeCinque. Crystal is a technology advisory firm hyper-focused on customer experience and support. “We strongly believe our depth of support is unsurpassed, especially in this region,” Stradling said. The success of the…
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‘Bachelorette’ Contestant, Royersford Native Chosen as Next Bachelor
The Bachelorette contestant Joey Graziadei, a West Chester University graduate and a Royersford native, was the runner-up on the season finale of competing for Charity Lawson’s heart, writes Franki Rudneskey for PhillyVoice. The new leading man will take the spotlight on season 28 of The Bachelor on ABC. Graziadei became a fan favorite throughout this season with his…
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Meridian Bank Supports West Chester University’s Fund to Finish Scholarship to Aid Students in Completing Degrees
A longstanding connection and relationship to West Chester University has led Meridian Bank to be a proud supporter of its programs and fundraising events. Meridian Bank has historically contributed over $75,000 to West Chester University and recently donated $2,500 to their Fund to Finish Scholarship Program. Created in 2018 by an anonymous donor, Fund to…
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Bucks County Leadership: Ellen Langas, President and Founder, NouSoma Communications
Ellen Langas, founder and president of NouSoma Communications, Inc., spoke to BUCKSCO Today about growing up in the Pittsburgh suburbs and later living and starting her company in Chester County. Born to Greek parents, her early years were a slice right out of the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding. She moved to Chester County…
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West Chester, Cheyney Universities Record Slight Increases in Typical Overall Costs
While expenses fell or remained the same at the majority of Pennsylvania state system universities due to the State System of Higher Education yearly tuition freeze, both Chester County-based schools saw slight increases in overall costs, writes Bill Schackner for the Pittsburgh Tribune. The fourth straight annual tuition freeze is a response to plummeting enrollment…
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West Chester-Born Painter Known As a Harlem Renaissance Icon
Although Horace Pippin spent most of his time in upstate New York, the West Chester-born painter has had quite a cultural impact in Chester County. One of his most notable admirers was Albert C. Barnes, the Barnes Collection founder, writes Stephan Nartey for Face2Face Africa. Pippin has 140 finished canvases of work in his…
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After 42 Seasons, WCU Graduate Karen Shelton Announces Her Retirement as North Carolina Field Hockey Coach
Karen Shelton, a West Chester University graduate and North Carolina legendary field hockey coach, has announced her retirement after heading the team for 42 seasons and winning ten National Championships, according to a staff report from Inside Carolina. “I don’t have the words for what it has meant to represent the University of North Carolina…
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Upcoming TV Episode of ‘Pawn Stars’ Filmed in West Chester
An episode of the popular History Channel reality television program, Pawn Stars, was filmed at a West Chester location, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News. Cast of the show stepped into the the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center back in August to check out everything the museum has to offer.…
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It’s Time to Loosen Those Belts for the 2022 Main Line Today Restaurant Week, Fall Edition
The fall 2022 restaurant week — organized by Main Line Today and Today Media and sponsored by Firstrust Bank — invites area foodies to unfold menus across the Phila. suburbs during its Aug. 22 to Sept. 4 run. The 33 participating restaurants, all commutable from Bucks County, are: 118 North, Wayne 333 Belrose Bar &…
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West Chester-Based Tech Company Assists Underprivileged Communities in Chester County
Ensuring safe housing, food, and education are some of the most important things a community can offer. The Community, Youth and Women’s Alliance of Chester County (CYWA) offers all those things and more. Read on to find out more about these programs, and how West Chester based company, IT Edge, helped them grow their visibility…
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Area Pet Rescue Welcomes Beagles Liberated from Virginia Breeding, Research Facility
Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester is the first in the region to step up and help some of the thousands of beagles that were rescued from an Envigo breeding and research facility in Central Virginia earlier this month, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio. The Humane Society of the United States is currently securing…
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As an Award-Winning Construction Company, Pancoast & Clifford’s Fingerprints Are All Over Bucks County
As a general contracting and construction management company that employs more than 25 professionals, maintains a network of skilled subcontractors, and regularly generates more than $25 million in annual revenue, Pancoast & Clifford’s fingerprints are all over Greater Philadelphia. For all the high-profile construction projects that the West Chester-based firm has overseen, and for all…
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C&N Bank Makes Significant Donation throughout the Collar Counties to Bolster Education Efforts
C&N recognized the importance of investing in local education with donations totaling $800,000 to area educational improvement, scholarship and prekindergarten scholarship organizations. The donations were made under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC). Education is key to a strong and prosperous community. However, there are many budgetary roadblocks preventing children from receiving the level…
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West Chester Entrepreneur Approaches the Art of Investing Quite Literally
While most people looking to invest their money turn to conventional investment categories like stocks and bonds, Brian Thuer, a West Chester entrepreneur, focuses on alternative investment routes such as art, according to a report from the OCNJ Daily. According to Thuer, investing in art is not uncommon for the upper echelons of society. Art…
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West Chester Man’s Videography Business Heads to ‘Apex’ of the Production Industry
The story of Danny Apex Productions began at Rustin High School, where West Chester native Dan Diggin and his friends ran the morning announcements. Although it was years before he started his company, Diggin knew he had found a lifelong passion for producing. “My whole life I have seen through video,” said Diggin. “It’s my…
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Before Title IX, West Chester Coach Organized First National Championship in Women’s College Basketball
Before Title IX was signed into law, pioneering coach Carol Eckman built a powerhouse women’s basketball program at West Chester University and organized the first women’s national championship in 1969, writes Mike Jensen for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Eckman’s former players remember her as an innovator, someone ahead of her time. She took over as a…
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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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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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