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Visit These Chester County Ice Cream Shops for Summertime Treats
With hot summer weather on the horizon, it’s almost time for delicious homemade ice cream from Chester County’s many ice cream shops, write Victoria Alfred-Levow, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are five local shops where you can find tasty frozen treats this spring and summer. Gemelli Artisanal Gelato and…
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TLC: Summer Reading Is a Relaxing Way to Cultivate Lifelong Readers
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the latest novel by our favorite author or immersing ourselves in a fascinating new obsession. Today, as we observe the students in our lives, we might feel lucky if their screen time dips below the national average (4-6 hours for children aged 8-12; up…
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Could Harcum College Be Your Next Step? Join the Virtual Information Session on June 16 to Find Out
Thinking about college but not sure where to start? Considering a career change but unsure of your options? Or maybe you’re ready to enroll and just need a few answers first? Whatever brought you here, Harcum College wants to meet you where you are. Join Harcum’s Admissions team for a free Summer Virtual Information Session…
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Chester County Library System Hosts Annual Legislative Breakfast Highlighting How ‘Libraries Empower and Inspire’
The Chester County Library System brought together local and state leaders on Friday, May 8, for its annual Legislative Breakfast at the Chester County Library in Exton — a morning of real stories, real impact, and a shared commitment to the communities libraries serve every day. This year’s theme, “Libraries Empower and Inspire,” put a…
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‘Two Outta Three’: People’s Light Brings a Hilarious, Heartfelt Comedy Cabaret to Chester County This June
If you’ve ever watched a child pack up and leave home and thought, “Now what?” — People’s Light has a show for you. Chester County’s destination for award-winning theatre and live arts presents Two Outta Three, a special limited-engagement comedy cabaret created and performed by acclaimed Philadelphia theatre artists — and real-life married couple —…
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Prost! Hops for Homes Beer Festival Returns to West Chester for a Day of Fun and Giving Back
Raise a glass and help build a home at this year’s Hops for Homes Beer Festival, returning Saturday, June 20, from noon to 5:00 PM at the Chester County Art Association in West Chester (100 N Bradford Ave). Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, the event brings together craft beer, wine, and spirits,…
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44 Dogs Rescued from Broomall Home Now Recovering at Brandywine Valley SPCA
Dozens of dogs rescued from horrific conditions inside a Delaware County home are on the road to recovery at the Brandywine Valley SPCA in New Castle. Volunteers and veterinarians are working to restore their health, according to Amanda Pitts of 6abc. The 44 dogs and puppies were removed on Friday from a home on 1st…
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Amazon Now Launches in Philadelphia: Get Thousands of Items Delivered in 30 Minutes or Less
Amazon is dramatically expanding its ultrafast delivery ambitions in Philadelphia with the launch of Amazon Now, a service promising delivery in 30 minutes or less for thousands of everyday items, reports Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program, which launched in Philadelphia alongside Seattle as one of its first test markets, lets customers order…
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Global RV Manufacturer to Shut Down Limerick Facility, Impacting 89 Workers
A global manufacturer tied to the recreational vehicle and outdoor living industries is preparing to exit Montco, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Dometic announced plans to shut down its facility on Lewis Road in Limerick. The move will impact 89 employees and leave a sizable industrial property along the Route 422 corridor…
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Two of the Best Hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania are in Chester County
While Philadelphia might be the best place to find a hoagie, there are numerous spots throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania to find that perfect bite, and two of them are in Chester County, writes Jen O’Mara for The Keystone News. Out of the eight hoagie shops listed that rival Philadelphia, one in Phoenixville and another in West…
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West Chester’s Bam Margera is Sober, Back on the Board, and Launching a Cannabis Brand
West Chester native Bam Margera is back on the board, sober, and building something new alongside his wife Dannii, writes Aron Vaughan for Cannabis & Tech Today. Known worldwide for his roles in Jackass and Viva La Bam, Margera once had a doctor tell him his legs were “dry rotted rubber bands” from years of…
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Three Chester County Students Beat Odds, Land National Merit Scholarships
Three West Chester students have accomplished what roughly 1.3 million of their peers could not: earning a prestigious National Merit Scholarship, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. Collin Z. Hu and Anshul Kollar of Unionville High School, and Alexander V. Isaac of West Chester East High School, each received a $2,500 scholarship. The road to becoming a National Merit…
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How Local B2B Companies Are Closing the Marketing Gap Without a Full-Time Hire
Growth is a challenge familiar for any small to mid-sized businesses. Sales are plateauing and leads fall off; there is a lack of unity in brand messaging. Everyone agrees the missing piece points to marketing, but bringing on a seasoned Chief Marketing Officer might not be in the budget. Doylestown resident Susan Towers, founder of Towers Fractional Marketing, built her practice around this gap, bringing flexibility to a traditional role that works for your company’s needs. Today, Towers…
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VIDEO Series: CCRES Provides Dedicated Paraprofessionals to Help Their Student Thrive!
For some families, the transition into school comes with challenges far beyond the classroom. After undergoing intensive treatment for leukemia, one young student faced not only the start of kindergarten but also the difficult shift from constant care at home to independence at school. For his family, that transition brought understandable uncertainty. The presence of…
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Amanda Rappa: A Widener Story Defined by Heart, Hustle, and Human Connection
Amanda Rappa was recently honored with the President’s Award at Widener University, given to a graduating senior who has contributed the most to campus life through academics and participation in extracurricular activities. Widener President Stacey Robertson surprised her with the award when Rappa showed up, believing she was helping shoot a video through her role…
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42 Nonprofits, $6K in Prizes, and One Day to Make a Difference
What if you could spend a morning meeting 42 organizations changing lives across your community — and walk away with a week at a waterfront house in Rock Hall, Md., or Phillies tickets in the process? That’s exactly what’s on the table at the 2026 Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit, hosted by the FirstBank…
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21 Little-Known Facts About Wawa: What Wawa Tells You, and What It Doesn’t
It’s 6:42 a.m. The parking lot is already half full. Inside, a contractor in mud-caked boots waits for his coffee. A mom in scrubs taps through a breakfast order she’ll eat in the car. Someone grabs a hoagie that they swear tastes “just like it used to,” even if they’re not totally sure that’s true…
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Chester County Academic Success Rises Amid Post-Pandemic Learning Delays
Amid a national decline in academic performance, Chester County school districts are among those making progress, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Researchers from Harvard and Stanford Universities have researched trends in academic performance for years. The joint research unit between the universities publishes an annual Education Scorecard, which translates individual state test scores into a…
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