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Lehigh Valley Health Network Unveils New Micro-hospital in Gilbertsville to Public
Lehigh Valley Health Network recently unveiled its new micro-hospital in Gilbertsville to the public, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The $40 million hospital is currently awaiting the imminent final approval by the Pennsylvania Department of Health to open its doors. The health system chose Gilbertsville for its second neighborhood hospital because it…
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Malvern’s Tague Davis, Son of Phillies Broadcaster Ben Davis, One of Area’s Top Baseball Prospects
Malvern Prep senior Tague Davis, the son of Phillies broadcaster Ben Davis, who spent seven seasons as a catcher in the big leagues, is one of the area’s top baseball prospects, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The first baseman has already committed to the University of Louisville. He is hitting .375 with a…
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Netflix Series Starring Comedian Shane Gillis Filmed in West Chester
Tires, a show recently released on Netflix, stars comedian Shane Gillis and was filmed in West Chester, mainly around the Tires Etc shop at 640 East Gay Street, writes Soniya for sportskeeda. The show is summarized as taking place “At his father’s auto shop, [where] a hapless manager strives to improve customer service and drive…
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Remembering Inspirational Limerick Woman Who Lived and Thrived Despite Numerous Lifelong Challenges
Anastasia Pagan, an inspirational Limerick woman who persevered despite numerous lifelong physical challenges, died on May 20 at 22, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pagan was born in Philadelphia with a diaphragmatic hernia, chromosome abnormality, and pulmonary hypertension. She spent the majority of her life with her family in Montgomery County, and in…
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Want to Make Attending College More Affordable, But They Have Different Ideas
Pennsylvania lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are entering into the budget season with the aim of making college more affordable, writes Stephen Caurso for Spotlight PA. The GOP, which currently holds a state Senate majority, wants to implement new scholarships targeted at “in-demand” occupations as well as offering money for post-grads to continue…
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West Chester Teen Advocates for ‘Students Who Suffer in Silence’
Anjali Verma, a student at Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School in West Chester, plans to focus on student mental health as the recently elected president of the National Student Council, writes Olina Banerji for Education Week. The NSC represents student councils from across the United States and advocates with school leaders and policymakers on behalf of…
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Mother-Son Duo Spreads Autism Awareness Through Inspirational Clothing Line
Grayson Arbutina, an 11-year-old with autism, has created a clothing line alongside his mother to help inspire people with autism to use their voices any way they can, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. Grayson was diagnosed with autism at 2-years-old and uses an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device to communicate with others. In April,…
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Family Honors Tragic Death of 14-Year-Old with Nonprofit for Mental Health, Suicide Prevention
The family of teen Abbey Wolf who tragically died by suicide is keeping her legacy alive through Abbey’s Bakery nonprofit, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “Abbey was 14 years old,” said Abbey’s mother, Michelle Wolf. “She was kind, loving, athletic, creative, and Abbey loved the beach.” Abbey died on Nov. 7, 2020. “She left a…
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Phoenixville Man Unearths Rare Purple Pearl in Clam Dish at Delaware Restaurant
Scott Overland, who is vice president of the Phoenixville School Board, was dining out while on vacation in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware last week with his family when he discovered a purple pearl in his clam dish from the seafood restaurant Salt Air, writes Joseph Lamour, for Today Food. “I was the one mostly eating the…
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Culinary Program at WCU Bakes Confidence Into Adults with Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities
The culinary program Ram Chefs at West Chester University has been helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn self-confidence and how to be independent through cooking, writes Raymond Strickland for CBS News Philadelphia. Every Wednesday, 13 adults from the community learn skills such as culinary instruction, nutrition, and food safety. The program’s mission is…
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New Boutique Hotel with Original Art Installations in All Rooms Coming to Kennett Square
Artelo, a new boutique hotel with an “immersive art experience,” will open its doors in Kennett Square on July 11, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 14-room establishment will open in the space that was previously home to the Birch Inn, which closed in 2017. Square Roots Community Initiative, also known as…
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Malvern Prep Graduate Is Oldest Living Spelling Bee Champion
William Cashore, a Malvern Prep graduate, is the oldest living spelling bee champion, and still remembers the winning word seven decades later, writes Jordan Greene for People. The 84-year-old was just 14 when he became the 27th Scripps National Spelling Bee Champion on May 30, 1954. He was a Malvern Prep student at the time. …
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Jody Murray of Local Mentality Barbers Aims to Inspire Next Generation of Barbers
Jody Murray, of Mentality Barbers in Frazer and Chester Springs, is inspiring the next generation of barbers through his apprenticeship program, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Murray has been cutting hair since he was 12. After finishing hair school, he took a job with a local barbershop. Mentality Barbers was born after Steve…
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Chester Springs Author Tackles Elder Abuse, Mental Illness in New Book
Chester Springs author and healthcare advocate Christina DiArcangelo exposes the shadows of elder abuse and mental illness in her new book, Rescuing Mom. In her memoir and self-help book, DiArcangelo unveils a powerful narrative that delves into the horrific realities of elder abuse and mental illness as it recounts the author’s journey to save those…
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Lansdale Woman Who Comforted Dying Shooting Victim in King of Prussia Honored with Highest Civilian Award
Lansdale’s Samantha Blagus was awarded the highest civilian honor by Montgomery County DA Kevin Steele for comforting a dying Tamara Cornelius after witnessing her being fatally shot by her former boyfriend outside of a King of Prussia gas station, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Blagus stopped to get gas on a warm spring…
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Cross Built for Pope John Paul II’s Visit to Philadelphia to Find New Home in Malvern
Originally built for Pope John Paul II’s visit to Philadelphia in 1979, a massive cross has sat overlooking Benjamin Franklin Parkway at Logan Square for the past few decades. It will be relocated to the Malvern Retreat House, write Joe Brandt, Raymond Strickland, and Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. Over one million people attended a mass…
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FarmerJawn Continues to Make Major Strides in Several Agricultural Initiatives
Christa Barfield, founder of FarmerJawn, is continuing to make major strides in several agricultural initiatives, including Westtown market, FarmerJawn CSA production, Kensington CornerJawn store, and a future agricultural research hub in West Chester, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. She also won a 2024 James Beard Award, one of the nation’s most prestigious food culture…
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Chester County’s Dr. Ann Preston Made Her Mark in Male-Dominated Industry in 1800s
Chester County’s Dr. Ann Preston, the former dean of the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, led the way for female medical students in a male-dominated industry in the 1800s, writes Mark E. Dixon for Main Line Today. While they were walking towards a lab at Pennsylvania Hospital, Preston and her female students received constant abuse…
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