• Philadelphia Leadership: Steve Rickel, CEO, MyOfficeOps

    Philadelphia Leadership: Steve Rickel, CEO, MyOfficeOps

    Steve Rickel, CEO of MyOfficeOps, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in a small farm town in Indiana. He was the only boy in his family, among three sisters and four female cousins. He recalled working part-time on his grandfather’s farm, where he learned repair skills he still uses today. Rickel discussed the influential…

  • New West Chester Restaurant Opens, with Rooftop Section Coming Soon

    New West Chester Restaurant Opens, with Rooftop Section Coming Soon

    Ryan and Lisa Diehl, founders of Hatfield brewery Imprint Beer, debuted Serum Kitchen and Taphouse in downtown West Chester last month, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  A rooftop section of the two-story restaurant is expected to open later this spring.  The space the restaurant occupies was previously home to The Note, a…

  • Eagles’ Landon Dickerson, Who Lives in West Chester, Celebrates His Big Payday in an Unconventional Way

    Eagles’ Landon Dickerson, Who Lives in West Chester, Celebrates His Big Payday in an Unconventional Way

    The Philadelphia Eagles guard Landon Dickerson secured a four-year, $84 million contract extension in early March. This contract has made him the highest-paid guard in NFL History. Dickerson made good on his promise to get a brand-new lawn mower with his deal, writes staff for TMZ Sports.  The 25-year-old lineman had recently gone viral when…

  • This Chester County Town Ranked Among Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania in 2024

    This Chester County Town Ranked Among Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania in 2024

    Pennsylvania is one of the most beautiful states to live in whether you like the mountains, open space for farmlands and parks, or bustling cities at every corner. Narrowing it down to living in Chester County, this town is one of the best places to live in 2024, according to World Atlas. Known as the…

  • The Guinness Book of World Records Named West Chester Man the Tallest Actor in the World

    The Guinness Book of World Records Named West Chester Man the Tallest Actor in the World

    Actor Matthew McGrory was once named the world’s tallest actor by the Guinness Book of World Records as he stood at 7 feet, 6 inches. Additionally, he also holds the records for biggest foot and longest toe in the world, writes Norway Martin for Venture Jolt. McGrory was born in West Chester in 1973. Before…

  • Couple Looking to Settle Down Builds ‘Low-Maintenance,’ Sustainable Home in West Chester

    Couple Looking to Settle Down Builds ‘Low-Maintenance,’ Sustainable Home in West Chester

    When they could not find a home to settle down with their son, Kevin and Nadia Young decided to build their personal haven in West Chester, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  “We wanted low-maintenance, and an environmentally friendly home,” said Kevin.  The couple, who own an online e-commerce company together, shared their vision…

  • Qurate Plans to Take QVC ‘Out of the Studio and Into the World’

    Qurate Plans to Take QVC ‘Out of the Studio and Into the World’

    Qurate Retail Group, owner of West Chester-based QVC, reported its fourth-quarter results last week, writes David Moin for the Sourcing Journal.  While the company recorded a decline in revenue and a steeper net loss for the quarter, it also reported an adjusted net income of $87 million over the same time period, compared to an…

  • Former Eagles Owner Buys Full City Block in Miami

    Former Eagles Owner Buys Full City Block in Miami

    Former Philadelphia Eagles owner Norman Braman, the billionaire car dealer who spent his early years in West Chester before moving to Cobbs Creek, now owns an entire block in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, writes Brian Bandell for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  Braman, 89, recently acquired the Fight Club Miami building located at 106 and 120 N.E.…

  • Foodie Scene in West Chester Continues to Boom with Newcomers Expected to Open in Coming Months

    Foodie Scene in West Chester Continues to Boom with Newcomers Expected to Open in Coming Months

    The foodie scene in Chester County is showing no signs of slowing down, especially with several highly anticipated newcomers expected to open their doors over the coming months, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today.  Rooney’s at Dilworthtown in West Chester was first announced in November and is expected to open sometime in mid-summer.…

  • For West Chester’s Skylar Volz, Feminine Chic Wins Over Other Styles

    For West Chester’s Skylar Volz, Feminine Chic Wins Over Other Styles

    When it comes to style, West Chester’s Skylar Volz, a luxury manager at The RealReal, always turns to feminine chic, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for the Main Line Today.  “I love to embrace my girly side with bows and ruffles, while still finding ways to incorporate trends and sophisticated, structured silhouettes,” she said.  Volz has…

  • New York Hospitality Company Considers West Chester’s Greystone Hall for Luxury Boutique Resort, Spa

    New York Hospitality Company Considers West Chester’s Greystone Hall for Luxury Boutique Resort, Spa

    Mirbeau Hospitality Services, a New York hospitality company, is considering buying the remaining Greystone Hall property in West Chester and turning it into a luxury boutique resort and spa, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Mirbeau partner Jonathan Dal Pos, the company already has a purchase agreement with Greystone Hall’s longtime…

  • How 9 Prime Went from Cutting Checks to Cutting Steaks in a Historic Building in West Chester

    How 9 Prime Went from Cutting Checks to Cutting Steaks in a Historic Building in West Chester

    Chef Fabio Viviani, known for his culinary prowess and enthusiasm, has helped transform a historic 19th-century bank into a premier steakhouse in West Chester, writes Pillar Real Estate Advisors. With a keen eye for restoration, Pillar Real Estate Advisors set out to court discerning restaurateurs who could breathe new life into this gem. Ran Whitnah…

  • Area Schools Like West Chester Receive Grant to Fight Food Insecurity on Campuses

    Area Schools Like West Chester Receive Grant to Fight Food Insecurity on Campuses

    The PA Hunger-Free Campus Initiative is awarding grants to thirty different colleges throughout Pennsylvania with the goal of combating food insecurity on school campuses, writes Evan Castillo for BestColleges.   The Hunger-Free Campus Initiative was created in 2022, with its mission being to create a coalition of colleges focused on fighting food insecurity, to create connections…

  • European Lager House Extends Operations to Chester County with New Location

    European Lager House Extends Operations to Chester County with New Location

    BierHaul Farmhouse, a European lager house in Delaware County, is expanding its operations into Chester County with a new location that will feature an indoor beer garden, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new space will be located in West Chester. Dubbed BierHaul Townhouse, the concept will take over the site that…

  • Downingtown Native’s Middle-School Hobby Turns Into West Chester Business with $12 Million in Annual Revenue

    Downingtown Native’s Middle-School Hobby Turns Into West Chester Business with $12 Million in Annual Revenue

    A Downingtown native’s middle-school hobby has turned into a West Chester-based business that aims to distribute healthy snacks across the country, writes Lisa Dukart for Philadelphia Business Journal.  In 2013, Brendan Cawley, who became interested in making jerky when he was 10 years old, founded Righteous Felon, which ships beef jerky products nationwide. Among them include…

  • One of Pennsylvania’s Best Dive Bars is in West Chester

    One of Pennsylvania’s Best Dive Bars is in West Chester

    Looking for the best dive bars in Pennsylvania? Well, there’s one right in the heart of Chester County, located in West Chester, according to East Coast Traveler on NewsBreak. Jake’s Bar in West Chester is a favorite spot for college students — especially those at West Chester University — and locals alike who are searching…

  • Philadelphia Leadership: Lance Nelson, Partner and Litigation Chair, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.

    Philadelphia Leadership: Lance Nelson, Partner and Litigation Chair, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.

    Lance Nelson, Partner and Litigation Chair at MacElree Harvey, Ltd., spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Connecticut in a duplex that his family shared with his grandparents. He recalled the sacrifices his parents made and learning the value of hard work as a janitor and a busboy. After earning his law degree from…

  • Iron Hill Unveils New Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu: A Winter Delight with Signature Beer BBQ Sauce

    Iron Hill Unveils New Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu: A Winter Delight with Signature Beer BBQ Sauce

    In a recent culinary update, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant launched their new Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu. Available at the chain’s East Market Street and Chestnut Hill restaurants until February 29, 2024, this limited-time offer promises to elevate the winter dining experience with a unique blend of flavors and textures. Central to this…