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How Phoenixville Transformed from an Industrial Hotspot to One of Chester County’s Most Beloved Boroughs
Phoenixville’s intriguing history has included everything from industrial factories to an iconic 1950s film, writes Gene Pisasale for Times-Leader. In the centuries since its founding, the borough has transformed from an industrial hub to a charming town that attracts tourists and locals alike. First settled in 1732, Phoenixville was originally named “Manavon.” Businesses flourished during…
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Ali Barkley, Younger Brother to Saquon Barkley, Joins WCU Football for Victorious Season Opener
West Chester University football fans will recognize a familiar last name with the addition of Ali Barkley to the team, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News. Ali, younger brother to Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley, plays as running back for the 2025-2026 season. Barkley shared that the duo always played football throughout their childhood, and…
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Massive N.C. Wyeth Painting Finds New Home with Grandson Jamie Wyeth
A massive N.C. Wyeth painting is staying in the family thanks to a recent display by Jamie Wyeth, reports Tim Furlong for NBC10 Philadelphia. Jamie Wyeth, son of Andrew Wyeth, recently acquired a sixty-foot wide and nineteen-foot tall mural by his grandfather, famed painter N.C. Wyeth. The mural now hangs at a newly-constructed barn at…
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Annual Chester County Day Tour Promises Stunning Views of Historic Homes
Chester County residents can explore the county’s most stunning estates through the upcoming Chester County Day Tour, writes staff for County Lines Magazine. Set for Oct. 4, eighty-fourth annual house tour will showcase local architecture and interior design. From 10 AM to 5 PM, participants can get a glimpse inside historic and renovated homes in…
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Exton Teen’s Small Business Goes Pro with Eagles-Themed Jewelry
Exton teen Samantha Martin’s unique small business has made its way to the NFL, reports Shawnette Wilson for Fox 29. The fourteen-year-old resident sells a variety of handmade jewelry through her business, Samantha’s Beads. Her Philadelphia Eagles-inspired pieces have been a success within the community, and items have even made their way to the Eagles’…
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Get in the Fall Spirit by Shopping at These Chester County Craft Fairs
Local craft fairs and art markets offer residents the perfect way to support local artists while finding one-of-a-kind artwork, write Anne E. Hill and Olivia Stefano for Main Line Today. Here are three upcoming craft fairs where you can find handmade crafts and home goods this fall. Clover Market—Kennett Square. Set for Oct. 19 from…
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Five September Events to Kick Off Fall in Chester County
September events across Chester County offer residents the perfect way to wrap up the summer and head into fall, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Here are five events happening in and around the county to add to your fall bucket list. Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance—Malvern. This three-day event from Sept. 5-7 features automobile…
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West Chester Food Cooperative Gets Ready for Grand Store Opening
West Chester Cooperative is taking steps to finally open an in-person grocery store, writes staff for The Daily Local News. The cooperative currently collects funds from over 70 member-owners as well as community donations. Both sources of income support the construction of a new storefront, where shoppers will be able to buy fresh, local groceries…
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Coatesville Ceremony Finally Honors Zachariah Walker After Brutal Lynching in 1911
Coatesville resident Zachariah Walker was finally recognized with a dignified burial after his brutal death over one hundred years ago, reports staff for 6abc. Walker, a Black man, was killed by a white mob after a self-defense shootout with a white police officer. Walker was injured during the shootout, and mob members later kidnapped him…
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Local History Professor Shares His Decades of Duffy’s Cut Research
Local history professor William Watson has shared the story of first discovering Duffy’s Cut, a mysterious landmark in Malvern, as he writes in an article at The Conversation. The Immaculata University professor and a team of students first discovered Duffy’s Cut in 2004. In the decades since, the team has continued research on the site,…
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Four August Events Around Chester County to Add to Your Calendar
With late summer on the horizon, August events around Chester County offer residents the perfect way to wrap up the season, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Here are four events taking place across the county this month offering summer fun for all ages. Dining Out for the Dogs—Exton. At this annual fundraiser by…
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Phoenixville Named No. 1 Best Small Town to Live in By Travel + Leisure
Renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has named Phoenixville the top small town in the U.S. in a recent ranking, write Anne E. Hill and Dahlia Matzner for Main Line Today. The magazine evaluated small towns across the country based on a variety of factors. This included accessible housing, cultural activities, access to green spaces,…
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Glenmoore Family Honors Late Son with Memorial Spaceflight
A Glenmoore family will honor their late son with a unique memorial through Celestis Inc., writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company, based in Houston, offers a unique memorial tribute: a “space burial,” where a loved one’s remains can be rocketed into space. Celestis offers multiple options and methods for the “burial.” The…
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Two New Trader Joe’s Locations “Coming Soon” to Berwyn and Exton
Chester County residents can expect two new Trader Joe’s locations in both Berwyn and Exton in the coming months, writes Michael Bartiromo for PHL17. The new Berwyn location is planned for 550 Lancaster Avenue, and the Exton location for 125 West Lincoln Highway. Trader Joe’s currently has thirty new locations listed as “opening soon.” The…
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West Whiteland Township Planning Commission Concerned Over Exton Square Mall Redevelopment Project
The West Whiteland Township Planning Commission is still not ready to advance the Exton Square Mall redevelopment project over traffic and open space concerns, writes Noah Zucker for BISNOW. Abrams Realty & Development had previously amended its master plan for the ailing shopping center, but Tuesday’s meeting indicated the changes were insufficient. The meeting ended…
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Group of Locals Work to Give Wayne’s Anthony Wayne Theater A New Life
A group of locals have been working to give the shuttered Anthony Wayne Theater new life as an elevated dining and entertainment destination, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. At the moment, the semi-gutted interior of the Wayne Theater presents an eerie sight. The inspiring effort to bring the Wayne space back to…
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Exton-Based Enigma Networks Delivers Cyber Protection for AI-Driven Threats
Enigma Networks, a cybersecurity software developer based in Exton, provides protection against artificial intelligence-driven network threats, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The startup is an 18-month “stealth project” from Bob Moul, a veteran of several Philadelphia-area software companies, and Mark Viglione, a former cybersecurity engineer at QVC and Vartex. Enigma offers a…
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Herr’s Plans to Sell 123 Acres of East Nottingham Land for “Herr’s Farm” Project
Nottingham-based snack company Herr’s plans to sell over one hundred acres of Nottingham land for the new Herr’s Farm project, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The company has owned the 123-acre stretch of land since 1994. The sale is currently under agreement with E Kahn Development in Malvern. Referred to as the Herr’s…
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