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Coatesville’s Record Kitchen + Bar Pays Homage to Chester County History
A Coatesville restaurant is the center of the massive revitalization of Chester County’s only city. Record Kitchen + Bar offers cozy, contemporary fare, including wood-fired artisanal pizza, and fresh cocktails. More than $200 million will go towards the creation of arts centers, shops, music clubs, and a train station renovation, writes Ed Williams for Main…
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High-Paying Jobs for 18-Year-Olds
Being 18 years old can put you in an ambiguous spot. While you are legally an adult, you may not have the work experience or the educational background to land you a high-paying job. As you pursue your degree and expand your career, here are high-paying jobs you can pursue, according to Insider Monkey. …
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Phoenixville’s Annual Blobfest Takes Pride in Colonial Theatre’s Cinematic History
As Phoenixville undergoes a renaissance, the Colonial Theatre remains its culture and history epicenter. Specifically, for the acclaimed film The Blob (1958) which was shot throughout Chester County, with a pinnacle scene at the theatre, writes Stephen Silver for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Since 1999, the annual Blobfest has emulated this famous scene of a huge…
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How to Prepare for Your Remote Job
Starting a remote job can be daunting and a little bit intimidating if you don’t have prior experience. However, there are plenty of steps you can take to prepare for your remote job, according to FlexJobs. Preparation The first thing to do is to organize a list of things you need, including a…
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Oxford Chef Finds Joy in Jarring the Fruits of Chester County
An Oxford chef likes to go local when it comes to her creations. Gail Brennan, a Brooklyn-raised Drexel alum and army veteran has had an eclectic career path, which is reflected in the flavor profile of her jams and jellies, writes Gabbie Burton for Chester County Press. Whether she’s making black garlic bacon, vanilla cantaloupe,…
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Chadds Ford Architecture Firm Will Rehab First Bank of the U.S. Into Museum
A Chadds Ford architectural firm will participate in the rehabilitation of the First Bank building in Philadelphia’s Old City, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. John Milner Architects focuses on historical preservation and design. The bank, which opened in 1795 to unite the economies of the 13 independent states, is registered as…
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Low-Stress High-Paying Jobs for the Summer
It’s summer, and the days are longer. If you’re looking to make extra money for a fun vacation, there are plenty of seasonal jobs that pay more than $20 an hour, writes Morgan Smith for CNBC Make It. Here are low-stress, high-paying summer jobs. Tour Guide Become an expert in your own town…
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Exton Doctor Has Advice on How to Cope with Pennsylvania’s Tick Season
An Exton doctor has some advice on how to survive tick season in The Keystone State. Dr. Marina Makous says that you should not automatically assume you have Lyme, write Mary Clare Fischer and Laura Brzyski. “I always tell patients that if you put everything into the Lyme basket, you’re going to miss other things,”…
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Berwyn-based Virpax to Collaborate with National Institute on Epilepsy Drug Research
A Berwyn-based biopharmaceutical company is entering an agreement to evaluate a candidate for treating rare pediatric epilepsy, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Virpax will work with the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke to identify “unmet medical needs” in epilepsy. The Epilepsy Therapy Screening Program will also focus on identifying…
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Five Uplifting and Fun Remote Jobs
It can be difficult to find a job that not only brings you joy but is also a lot of fun. Here are a few uplifting remote jobs according to Flexjobs. Cover Designer, Book Launchers Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover, and in this position, you would be creating it! This…
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Exton-Based Immunome to Merge with Seattle-Based Company to Continue Cancer Care
A Chester County biopharmaceutical company is making a major merger with a biotech company in Seattle. Exton-based Immunome will acquire Seattle’s MorphImmune through a reverse subsidiary merger, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Immunome will own 55 percent of the company and MorphImmune will own 45 percent. Both companies focus on cancer…
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These Chester County Companies Are the Largest in the Region
An abundance of businesses within Chester County made Philadelphia Business Journal’s list of largest public companies in the Philadelphia region. Berwyn-based Ametek Inc. made No. 18 on the list. This multinational conglomerate designs and manufactures electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. Another Berwyn company came to No. 23 on the list. Trinseo is a manufacturer…
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Chester County Has the Most Manufactured Home Communities in the Philly Suburbs
Aspiring homeowners are pivoting to single-family or mobile homes throughout The Keystone State, particularly in suburban areas, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Demand for a spot in these manufactured-home communities has increased, especially in Philadelphia’s collar counties. Chester County, along with Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks has 129 of these communities in total.…
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Malvern-Based Biotech Company Inherits Cell Therapy Treatments After New Aquisition
A Malvern-based biotech company is making an advantageous acquisition. Baudax Bio will be inheriting an abundance of products following its transaction with Maryland-based TeraImmune. Baudax’s CEO Geri Henwood will continue to lead the newly merged company as CEO, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The biotech company works on cell therapies to…
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Kennett Square’s Longwood Gardens to Host Summer of Fountain Festivals, Live Music
Kennett Square’s botanical splendor Longwood Gardens is having a melodic upcoming season. The Festival of Fountains incorporates over 1,000 jets for an illuminated performance to songs from popular musicians, such as David Bowie and Taylor Swift, and more, writes Natalie Jason for 6ABC. While the Festival of Fountains runs through September, there are still other…
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YMCA Hosts Food Drive Benefitting the Chester County Food Bank
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is collecting nonperishable food items through July 31 in support of the Chester County Food Bank. It is challenging members and the community at each of their nine YMCA locations in a friendly competition to see who can collect the most items. At the end of the month, the Food Bank will help…
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How to Find a High-Paying Entry-Level Job
It might seem difficult to find a job with a robust salary when you’re kickstarting your career, but it’s definitely possible. Here’s how to find a high-paying entry-level job, according to Flexjobs. Choose Your Path Top-earning entry level positions can usually be found in marketing, customer services, software development, or the medical &…
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Wall Street Journal: Phoenixville Realtor Has a Say About Fixer-Uppers
A realtor in Phoenixville has some insight on fixer-upper homes in the market, writes Veronica Dagher for The Wall Street Journal. “Even homes that need renovations are still selling near list price or slightly higher simply because there aren’t enough homes on the market to meet demand,” said Brian Slater, who has been an agent…
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