• Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Close to Finalizing Phase One of Federal Program

    Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Close to Finalizing Phase One of Federal Program

    The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is getting close to finalizing phase one of a federal program aimed at restoring train service between Reading and Philadelphia, writes Karen Shuey for The Daily Local News.  Executive director Thomas Frawley said during the monthly meeting of the authority on Monday that he plans on submitting the final…

  • Newly Opened Wine Venture in West Chester Is the Latest Project for Seasoned Sommelier

    Newly Opened Wine Venture in West Chester Is the Latest Project for Seasoned Sommelier

    Turks Head Wines in West Chester is the brainchild of Level 3 sommelier and certified wine instructor Allison Owen and her husband, Josh, writes Paul Vigna for the Penn Live Patriot-News.  The couple first came up with the concept for a business that sources grapes from California and sells wines in its new bottle shop…

  • Bucks County Staple Michael’s Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 56 Years

    Bucks County Staple Michael’s Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 56 Years

    After 56 years, Michael’s Restaurant in Falls Township, near Morrisville, had its final call on Saturday as it closed its doors for good, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  Owner Michael Galasso, who is almost 85, gave his final tableside performance as he prepared his famous Caesar salad for two smiling customers before hanging…

  • Phoenixville Area High School Is Training Students to Become Future Educators

    Phoenixville Area High School Is Training Students to Become Future Educators

    As part of the national Educators Rising program, Phoenixville Area High School is training its students to become teachers, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  The program aims to prepare future teachers while they are still in high school with the hope that they will join a career that has been suffering major shortages…

  • Malvern Contestant Captures Audience Attention and Hearts on ‘Golden Bachelorette’ 

    Malvern Contestant Captures Audience Attention and Hearts on ‘Golden Bachelorette’ 

    During The Golden Bachelorette series premiere, a retired data analyst from Malvern managed to capture both the attention and hearts of the audience, writes Franki Rudnesky for the PhillyVoice.  The 66-year-old Charles L. made his debut during this week’s episode of the dating show spinoff. He hit it off with lead Joan Vassos as they…

  • Could Taylor Swift Be Moving to Bucks County?

    Could Taylor Swift Be Moving to Bucks County?

    A rumor is spreading that the 34-year-old singer-songwriter and self-made billionaire Taylor Swift may have bought a home in Doylestown in August, writes Michele Haddon Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times.  The supposed property in Plumstead Township was sold on Aug. 9 for $12.9 million. However, county property records still do not list…

  • Deborah Ann Mack Opens Brick-and-Mortar Store for Bespoke Women’s Fashion in West Chester

    Deborah Ann Mack Opens Brick-and-Mortar Store for Bespoke Women’s Fashion in West Chester

    In August, designer Deborah Ann Mack had a ribbon-cutting event to open her first brick-and-mortar location in West Chester called DAM Fashions, writes Jalyn Green for 6ABC. Mack makes custom, one-of-a-kind pieces that are tailored specifically to each client. She was inspired to hop onboard with bespoke creations after designing a custom-made dress for someone…

  • Lincoln University President to Serve as Vice Chair of Pennsylvania’s New Higher Education Board

    Lincoln University President to Serve as Vice Chair of Pennsylvania’s New Higher Education Board

    Brenda Allen, president of Lincoln University, will serve as vice chair of Pennsylvania’s new higher education board tasked with creating a strategic plan and improving coordination between the many public and private colleges in the state, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The board will also work on improving access and affordability and ensure…

  • Local Multiple Sclerosis Advocate Honored With State Citation

    Local Multiple Sclerosis Advocate Honored With State Citation

    Bucks County resident Joseph “Smiley” Terinoni was recently presented with a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. State Representatives Tim Brennan and Brian Munroe honored him for his efforts to both raise money and advocate for people living with Multiple Sclerosis, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Terinoni has taken part in the “Bike…

  • Find Your Zen Through Baked Goods at This New Bakery in Malvern

    Find Your Zen Through Baked Goods at This New Bakery in Malvern

    Sweet Zen Bakery has just opened in Malvern by owner Amal Kawar, who has already seen customers become regulars and repeats in her short time of being open to the public, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Kawar was a pastry chef for over 20 years and worked at Basil in Paoli for…

  • Chester County Unveils Initiative for Mental Health Support and Housing Solutions

    Chester County Unveils Initiative for Mental Health Support and Housing Solutions

    Chester County recently unveiled its Human Needs Network, aimed at combating a mental health pandemic, housing crisis, food insecurity, and more, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY.  With this new initiative, Pennsylvania’s wealthiest county is placing counselors on the line as well as specialists on the streets to be able to reach people where they…

  • CeaseFirePA Meeting in West Chester Discusses Gun Violence Prevention in Schools

    CeaseFirePA Meeting in West Chester Discusses Gun Violence Prevention in Schools

    CeaseFirePA recently held a meeting in West Chester where residents, local elected officials, and local law enforcement discussed ways to prevent gun violence in schools, writes Cheyenne Corin for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The critical discussion happened less than a month into the new school year, with several school shootings already taking place nationwide. “It’s a…

  • High-end Steakhouse Capital Grille Officially Opens at Village at Newtown Shopping Center

    High-end Steakhouse Capital Grille Officially Opens at Village at Newtown Shopping Center

    The Capital Grille marked the official opening of its doors at the Village at Newtown Shopping Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The high-end steakhouse is known for its dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood, as well as world-class wine lists. “It’s good to be home,” said Warrington native…

  • Former Eagles Coach Dick Vermeil Speaks Out on Impact of Concussions, Fights for Compensation

    Former Eagles Coach Dick Vermeil Speaks Out on Impact of Concussions, Fights for Compensation

    Former Philadelphia Eagles head coach and East Fallowfield resident Dick Vermeil is speaking out about the devastating impact of concussions on players and the struggles for fair compensation through the NFL’s settlement, write David Gambacorta and Gabe Coffey for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  The 1980 team, which was led by Vermeil, was the first in the…

  • Casa Carmen Farm & Winery Makes Its Home in West Grove

    Casa Carmen Farm & Winery Makes Its Home in West Grove

    Casa Carmen Farm & Winery, once located in Chestertown on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has found its home and a welcoming community in West Grove, writes Paul Vigna for Penn Live Patriot-News.  The newcomer had a soft opening in March and a grand opening with a cocktail party a month later.  Casa Carmen is located on…

  • Owners of Chadds Ford Tavern to Open New Eatery in Delaware 

    Owners of Chadds Ford Tavern to Open New Eatery in Delaware 

    Restaurateurs Philip and Kate Ferro, the owners of Chadds Ford Tavern, are busy working on a new eatery they plan to open in a 210-year-old inn in Middletown, Delaware, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The Augustine Tavern is expected to open its doors in mid-October. It will be located in the building…

  • Wreck-it Room Chain iSmash Preparing New Location in Downingtown

    Wreck-it Room Chain iSmash Preparing New Location in Downingtown

    Rage room chain iSmash is expanding in the Philadelphia region with two development deals, with one at an as yet undisclosed Downingtown location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The wreck-it room chain intends to open seven locations in the Philadelphia metropolitan area in the next four years, according to founder and CEO…

  • Fast-Growing Berwyn Fintech Being Acquired by Bank of New York Mellon

    Fast-Growing Berwyn Fintech Being Acquired by Bank of New York Mellon

    Berwyn-based Archer Holdco will be acquired by Bank of New York Mellon in a deal that is expected to close in the fourth quarter, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The fast-growing fintech offers managed account software to the asset/wealth management industry. The company primarily focuses on providing middle- and back-office software to…