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These Seven Talented Gen Zers Are Doing Big Things in Chester County
Seven Chester County Gen Zers found their place among the 13 talented young professionals doing big things around the Philadelphia suburbs, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. Dom Pecora started a bike repair business out of his house when he was just ten years old. Today, the 14-year-old repairs and sells bikes at…
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Bookmarks is West Chester’s Newest Independent Bookstore
Bookmarks, an independent bookstore selling new release books, recently opened its doors in West Chester, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The two-story, 1,800-square-foot shop, located across from the West Chester Post Office, currently has about 2,500 books for sale. Bookmarks is owned by new Exton residents Lisa and Ty Strohl. “It was…
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Valley Forge’s Tory Burch Turned Her Dream of Owning and Leading a Recognized Brand Into Reality
Valley Forge native Tory Burch turned her lifelong dream of owning and leading a recognized brand into a reality becoming an inspiration to aspiring fashion entrepreneurs, writes Kara Silk for Swatch by AMDA. The 58-year-old Burch was raised by Reva and Ira Robinson, who introduced her to high fashion at a young age and instilled…
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Using Production Sets and State-of-the-art Technology, West Chester Venue Creates Immersive Fun
A family-owned entertainment venue in West Chester offers players a chance to immerse themselves in fun, life-like experiences, writes Rachel Moore for PHL17. Stryke Force Laser Tag uses state-of-the-art technology and detailed production sets inspired by real war zones to make sure players truly enjoy themselves. “It’s like playing a video game in real life,”…
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Starbucks Baristas in Exton Call for Union Election
Starbucks baristas at the store located at 300 E. Lincoln Highway in Exton are the first in Chester County to file a petition for a union election since the workers at the coffee giant started organizing three years ago, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY. The petition was filed with the National Labor Relations Board…
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You ‘Knead’ to Try Out Newly-Released Perfume from Downingtown’s Auntie Anne’s
Downingtown’s Auntie Anne’s, the popular pretzel chain, has introduced a new product called Knead: Eau De Pretzel, a perfume that captures the aroma of their iconic pretzels, writes Cecilia Levine for the Daily Voice. The scent is described as a blend of dough, salt, and a little bit of sweetness. The goal is to evoke…
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The Wardrobe in Exton Expands Services to Combat Clothing Insecurity, Support Financial Independence
The Wardrobe is a local nonprofit that focuses on eliminating clothing insecurity and promoting financial independence through providing free and affordable clothing, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. They help people who need higher-quality clothing for job interviews or special occasions, and those who need clothing in general. That way they can spend their money on…
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Exhibition of Frank Stewart’s Photographs at Brandywine Museum of Art Centers Jazz Music, Black Life in America
An exhibition of Frank Stewart’s photographs at the Brandywine Museum of Art in Chadds Ford centers on jazz music and Black life in America, writes Randall Chase for ABC News. Frank Stewart’s Nexus: An American Photographer’s Journey, 1960s to the Present is a career retrospective of Stewart’s decades of documenting Black life in America and…
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Wake Up and Smell the Coffee at These Top Five Coffee Shops in Chester County
Latte, cold brew, or tea? No matter your choice in drink, there are many coffee shops and cafes in Chester County that can satisfy your caffeine cravings, writes staff for PhillyBite Magazine. With delicious pastries, a welcoming ambiance, music, and even better drinks, here’s a list of the top five shops to add to your…
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Veteran of the Iron Hill Brewing Scene Remembered as Passionate, Dedicated Mentor and Innovator
Chris LaPierre, a longtime head brewer at the West Chester location of Iron Hill Brewery and dedicated part of the region’s brewing scene, died on July 28 aged 52, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. LaPierre, also affectionately known as Lappy, was regarded by the community as an innovator and mentor to numerous home…
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Kennett Square Rower Drew Inspiration from Jason Kelce Before Winning Olympic Gold
Team USA rower Justin Best, a Kennett Square native, drew inspiration from Jason Kelce’s speech at the Philadelphia Eagles‘ Super Bowl parade in 2018 before winning gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, writes Tom Dierberger for Sports Illustrated. Best cued up the video — one of his favorites — a few days before…
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Conestoga High School Senior Teaches Adolescent Girls Around the World
Zara Samdani, a Conestoga High School senior, has been teaching adolescent girls around the world through the Lemons Learn nonprofit, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Samdani and her sister, Hiba, a Princeton University sophomore, have been working with a team that offers tutoring to girls in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, India, and…
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Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Aims to Clean Up Turnpike Running Through Montco
The PA Turnpike Commission is teaming up with Keep America Beautiful to rid the tollways of cigarette butts through a new program, as reported by Hayden Thompson of WTAJ. The Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) received a $20,000 grant from Keep America Beautiful to target cigarette waste at highway plazas and buildings across the state. …
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Montco’s Madeleine Dean Joins Taskforce Investigating Assassination Attempt Against Trump
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries appoint Montco’s Madeleine Dean to the probe into the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, write Katie Bernard and Rob Tornoe for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Democratic Congresswoman and Glenside native Dean has joined the task force along with 13 other lawmakers, including two more from…
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After 25 Years, Birchrunville Store Cafe Continues to Boast Fabulous Reputation
A quarter century after it first opened its doors, Birchrunville Store Cafe continues to maintain the fabulous reputation that can still make it challenging to get a table, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. This unassumingly unique BYOB has 38 seats inside and 16 on the front and back porches. It maintains a Wednesday-Saturday…
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Avelo Airlines Offering More Options to Local Travelers with Two New Nonstop Routes
Avelo Airlines will offer even more options to local travelers with two new nonstop routes it is adding to its winter schedule at Wilmington Airport, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The low-cost carrier based in Houston will start flying biweekly to Concord-Padgett Regional Airport outside Charlotte, North Carolina, and Lakeland Linder International…
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Jawn Supply in West Chester Is a Treasure Cove for Vintage Finds
Ben Rowe used to love thrifting with his mom and grandmother when he was growing up, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. “I loved the thrill of the hunt and finding hidden gems,” he said. During his senior year of high school, he found the same suit jacket that he wore to his prom…
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Horsham-Based Penn Mutual Life Sells Philadelphia’s Largest and Oldest Securities Brokerage
Horsham-based Penn Mutual Life Insurance has sold Philadelphia’s largest and oldest securities brokerage Janney Montgomery Scott to the private equity investment firm KKR, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Janney was founded in 1832 and has been owned by Penn Mutual Life since 1982. After the deal closes, Janney “will continue to operate…
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