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Senator Comitta Secures Funding for The Arc of Chester County
To help further The Arc of Chester County’s mission to advocate, educate and provide services to empower individuals with disabilities, state Sen. Carolyn Comitta secured new state grant funding for security upgrades at the organization’s West Chester facility. “The services provided by The Arc of Chester County help ensure our neighbors with intellectual and developmental…
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National Pennsylvania Day is Today, Here’s What to Know About The Keystone State
Today is National Pennsylvania Day, which makes it the ideal moment to showcase what makes our commonwealth such an amazing place to live, according to The Keystone Newsroom. Philadelphia is renowned for its historical significance, exceptional food, vibrant arts scene, and America’s oldest zoo. Pittsburgh offers world-class museums and the iconic Duquesne Incline.…
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Weekend Wanderer: A Day at the Museum
Last year, a friend and I visited a museum. Being the only visitors in the cozy, industrial space, we had a private tour with a volunteer guide. She greeted us enthusiastically. “You’re in luck!” she said. She’s an avid fan of the museum – and a performer in a local theater. Her warm brown eyes…
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Chester County Town Makes List of Most Scenic Towns in Pennsylvania
With plenty of beautiful places to visit and history to enjoy, it’s no wonder that Pennsylvania has some of the best towns that are perfect for a day trip or overnight stay. This Chester County town made World Atlas‘ list of the 13 most scenic Pennsylvania towns. It’s known as the county seat of Chester…
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Mysterious ‘Bigfoot Sighting’ in Bensalem Sparks Curiosity
An unexpected sighting of an 8-foot tall Bigfoot figure has turned heads and sparked amusement among Bensalem residents, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. Unlike the town’s former mascot, Ben the Turkey, this mysterious creature seems to be here to stay. The shadowy silhouette, resembling the legendary Bigfoot, appeared recently on…
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Owner at Haverford’s Roache & O’Brien’s Balancing Old and New
Dan Clark has been working to balance history and modern expectations as the newer owner of the 91-year-old Roache & O’Brien’s tavern in Haverford, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. Clark, who also operates restaurants in Bryn Mawr, Philadelphia, and Avalon, New Jersey, acquired the tavern in May. Roache & O’Brien’s opened on Lancaster…
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Joe Gentile Has Put 70 Years of Work Into the Newtown Square Family Business
Joe Gentile was 7 when he started working at a small farm stand in Broomall owned by his father back in 1954. “It was just a wooden structure my father built,” Gentile recalled. That farm stand became known as Gentile’s Market and moved in 1970 to its current location in Newtown Square, writes Matteo Iadonisi…
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The Kelce’s Haverford Garage Went From Clutter to Better After Makeover
Jason Kelce and Kylie Kelce lead busy public lives, they’re both athletes, and they’re raising three young daughters. The combination created a messy garage of randomness at their Haverford mansion, writes Amanda Lauren for Forbes. It had become a challenge to find a spot for everything, from golf equipment to toys and Kylie’s field hockey…
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Crozer Health Gets Potential Buyer If State Chips In Up to $500M
There’s a prospective unnamed buyer for Crozer Health, but Crozer’s owner, Prospect Medical Holdings, wants the state to put up between $100 million and $500 million to finance the deal, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. PA Gov. Josh Shapiro’s office said it “will not entertain any requests for a taxpayer bailout of a for-profit company.”…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Chadds Ford Colonial
A stunning stone-front colonial on 0.51 attractive acres with five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chadds Ford for $1,450,000. This gorgeous residence offers elegance, comfort, and tranquility, all in one beautiful package. Many exquisite details include tall ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, custom molding, and plantation shutters. Highlights include…
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For Philadelphia Sports Fan, Jason Kelce Is One of the Greats
Favorite Philadelphia sports players play with passion and guts. They speak lovingly about the region and those who live there. They care a lot. That means they play when they’re hurt and they must hurt others, when necessary, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. They absorb boos and jeers … and they must shoulder…
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Phillies Ball Girl Farrell Everett Is a Penn State Brandywine Alum
Penn State Brandywine alumna Farrell Everett, class of 2023, is having a ball as a Philadelphia Phillies ball girl. Everett began her Penn State journey at Brandywine in 2019, majoring in communications. She said she chose to attend Brandywine because of its proximity to home and her ability to play collegiate softball. “The close-knit community…
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Indulge in French Pastries and Seasonal Dishes at Bistro Barberet & Bakery
For nearly a decade, Bistro Barberet & Bakery in Lancaster City has earned acclaim for its authentic and innovative French cuisine. This dual-concept venue offers both a traditional bakery and a modern bistro. Helmed by Chef Cedric Barberet in partnership with wife Estelle, their passion for French cuisine is evident in every detail. The bakery…
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Brandywine Valley’s Trail System Set for Major Overhaul
Following an in-depth assessment of the Brandywine Valley, its trail system will undergo a revamp including both an addition and the closure of several trails, writes Johnny Perez-Gonzalez for the WHYY. The trail, which spans 1,300 acres in northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania / Chester County, became a part of First State National Historical Park…
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Union Set To Protest Suburban Community’s Conversion Into Micro-hospital
The conversion of Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton, owned by Prime Healthcare Foundation, into a micro-hospital will become official on Tuesday, writes John George for thePhiladelphia Business Journal. The move has sparked concerns from the largest union of nurses in the region. The medical center in central Montgomery County will now have a 24/7…
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Conwell-Egan’s Julia Horger Secures Gold at Wrestling Nationals
Conwell-Egan’s rising junior, Julia Horger, emerged as the top local girls’ finisher at the prestigious U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16-and-under Wrestling Nationals, securing a gold medal, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. Horger, who maintained an undefeated 22-0 record last season and won a PIAA title at 106 pounds, triumphed…
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Philadelphia’s Ben Franklin Parkway Was Inspired By an Avenue in Paris
The Ben Franklin Parkway is one of Philadelphia’s most recognizable places, and it got its inspiration from an avenue 4,000 miles away in France, write Jacqueline London and Kaleah Mcilwain for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The boulevard is called Champs-Élysées. While the inspiration was clear, it took decades to come to fruition. During the 1890s, Philadelphians…
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Chester’s Community Hospital Cleared for Senior Affordable Housing
Community Hospital in Chester, vacant since 2021, will now be the site of Silvercare Senior Housing, an affordable housing complex, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The 94-unit development is set to open in March 2026. Using a matching grant of $750,000 from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh, Everest PACE Center Inc. plans to…
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