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Willistown’s M. Night Shyamalan Visits Philadelphia Pizzeria for a Baby Shower
Beloved Philly-area filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan recently surprised a local pizzeria owner when he stopped by the shop for a baby shower, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The famed director of classic Philadelphia-set films like The Sixth Sense and The Happening, who is also a resident of Willistown Township, visited Philadelphia pizza shop…
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Daughter of Former MLB Catcher Ranks as No. 1 Lacrosse Player in the Country
Riley Davis, daughter of Malvern Prep alum and baseball star Ben Davis, is carrying on her family’s tradition of athletic stardom as the no. 1 lacrosse player in the country, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Major outlets named Davis, currently a junior at the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, as the nation’s…
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Phoenixville Resident Goes Into Months-Long Isolation to Compete in Upcoming Game Show
Phoenixville resident Nancy Hornback recently underwent a unique preparation process for an upcoming game show appearance, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. As part of an upcoming Fox Nation game show, Hornback lived in total isolation in upstate New York for three months alongside four other strangers. All five contestants lived without their phones, internet, social…
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Toughkenamon Greenhouse Celebrates A Near Century of Vibrant Plant Growth
Whalen’s Greenhouses in Toughkenamon has been growing millions of plants for Philly-area retailers for nearly a century, writes J.F. Pirro for The Hunt. Set across 140,000 square feet of greenhouse space, the company sells wholesale plants to garden centers and landscapers. The team grows a wide range of seasonal plants and flowers, from Easter lilies…
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Redevelopment of Contaminated Kennett Square Industrial Site Stalls as Council Rejects Zoning Change
Plans to redevelop Kennett Square‘s National Vulcanized Fiber site into affordable housing stalled last week when borough council failed to secure enough votes to initiate a zoning change, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With one vacant seat and another member absent, a reduced council voted 3-2 against an ordinance change that would have…
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Historic Farmhouse Featured in ‘Marley & Me’ Hits the Market in West Chester
A unique piece of Chester County film history is available for sale as a stunning West Chester farmhouse hits the market, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The interior and exterior of the farmhouse, located at 1775 Meetinghouse Road, appeared in the 2008 film Marley & Me. The beloved movie stars Owen Wilson and…
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Downingtown Brewery Eyes April Debut After Years of Development
Dublin Brewing Company, Downingtown’s newest beer destination, is planning an April debut after a lengthy development process, writes John Vaccarelli for Breweries in Pa. Owner Brendan Fitzgerald has spent years securing the necessary licensing and inspections for the brewery to formally open. After homebrewing for decades, Fitzgerald’s grand plan for the brewery includes a taproom,…
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Government Quarantine Expands Kennett Mushroom Farm Protections to Combat Invasive Pest
The Pennsylvania government has expanded its quarantine guidelines to help Chester County farms combat the phorid fly crisis, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. The invasive pest destroys roughly 40 percent of the region’s mushroom farms each year. The flies also appear inside homes and residential areas, causing further distress for residents. As…
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Outdoor Dining Reopens in Chester County for the Spring Season
As spring arrives and the weather continues to warm, Chester County restaurants are reopening outdoor dining for the perfect al fresco meal, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Here are three local spots where you can find delicious cuisine and enjoy the fresh air this spring and summer. Mas Mexicali Cantina—West Chester. A West…
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Coatesville Basketball Star Stays Local Ahead of a Bright Future
Coatesville basketball star Colton Hiller plans to stay a hometown hero as he continues to improve his basketball game, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Currently ranked as the No. 3 player in the nation for the class of 2028, the Coatesville Area High School sophomore has received offers from major prep schools and…
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Temple Nurse, Turnpike Workers Reunite After Saving Collapsed Downingtown Driver
Temple Health clinical nurse manager Cindy Zimmerman has forged a new friendship with two fellow Good Samaritans after the trio worked together to save a collapsed driver in Downingtown, writes Courtenay Harris Bond for PhillyVoice. On Dec. 10, Zimmerman was driving home from her shift at Temple’s Chestnut Hill Hospital when she saw an alarming…
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Chester County Farmers Markets Offer Homegrown Groceries All Year Long
Offering farm-fresh groceries alongside other handmade items, Chester County farmers markets are a community staple all year long, write Claire Chmiel, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are four local farmers markets where you can find fresh grocery items this spring. Berwyn Farmers Market—Berwyn. One of Chester County’s newer markets,…
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Local Bakeries Serve Fresh Irish Soda Bread Perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations
There’s no better way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day than with Irish soda bread, and Chester County bakeries offer the delicious treat just in time for the holiday, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Irish soda bread offers a scone-like texture, complete with raisins or currants for a sweet touch. Find the traditional…
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How a Real-Life Chester County Crime Family Inspired Famed 1980s Film
The Johnston Gang, a real-life crime family with roots in Chester County, served as the inspiration for a classic 1980s film, writes Lauren Piestner for A&E. The Johnston Gang, made up of family members of the Johnston family, engaged in theft and break-ins throughout the 1960s and 70s. While they were not known for violent…
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Downingtown Trestle Bridge to Undergo Redesign Amid Chester Valley Trail Expansion
Plans are underway to redesign Downingtown’s Trestle Bridge as part of long-term plans to extend the Chester Valley Trail, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The historic bridge has been out of commission since the 1980s, sitting untouched across the east Brandywine River. Stretching 1,450 feet long and 130 feet high, the structure will…
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West Chester Mansion Undergoes Two-Year Renovation to Balance History with Functionality
Bleecker Hall, a historic 1870s mansion in West Chester, recently underwent a long renovation to balance history with functionality, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for The Hunt Magazine. Property owners Patrick and Dava Murray collaborated with interior design firm Holley Alley to overhaul the 7,500 square foot home. In the grand reimagining, the team hoped to…
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Phoenixville Snack Company ‘Sprinkles’ a Fun Twist into Healthy Eating
Two Phoenixville mothers are making nutritious eating both fun and easy with their snack company SprinkleBites, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. In 2024, founders Rachel Kane and Nicole Baros needed a way to help their picky eaters meet their nutritional needs without a hassle. Inspired by a Dutch snack from Baros’ childhood,…
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Local Farmer Declines Multi-Million Data Center Bid to Preserve Land Instead
A farmer in nearby Cumberland County has turned down a multi-million dollar bid to use his farmland for a data center thanks to a partnership with the Lancaster Farmland Trust, writes Dan Sullivan for Lancaster Farming. Data center developers offered farmer Mervin Raudabaugh over $15 million for his 261 acres of farmland. Thanks to a…
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