Coatesville
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CCEDC to Offer Training and Employent Seminar at Coatesville VA on Feb. 24, Mar. 6
The Chester County Economic Development Council’s (CCEDC) Heroes Rising Traning and Employment Seminar will be held on Feb. 24 and Mar. 6 at 11:00 AM. The seminar will take place at the Coatesville VA location (1400 Black Horse Hill Road). If you’re looking to complete a certification program or need employment services, register now (see…
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Coatesville’s Fling’s Towing Honored as Small Business of the Year
Presented at Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Member Extravaganza, hosted by Coatesville Country Club, the award recognizes one exceptional small business owner for his or her tireless work and embodiment of the spirit of enterprise in western Chester County. The chamber was ecstatic to announce that the 2025 Small Business of the Year…
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Coatesville Teacher Named Finalist for National History Teacher of the Year
Joe Tassoni, a history teacher at Coatesville Area Senior High School, has been selected as a finalist for National History Day’s Teacher of the Year award, writes staff for The Daily Local News. National History Day (NHD) is a nonprofit organization offering classroom history education centered around a yearly theme. In addition to their affiliated…
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Save the Date: Chester County OIC Job Fair to Take Place on Feb. 20
If you’re looking to explore career opportunities and network with Chester County professionals and employers in the new year, make sure to pencil in the Chester County OIC Job Fair on Feb. 20 The Job Fair will be held from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM at 22 N. 5th Ave. in Coatesville. Interested attendees should contact Alicia…
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Set Yourself Up for Success in 2025 with Chester County OIC’s February, March Trainings
Looking to jumpstart your career or gain new skills? Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (Chester County OIC) has an exciting lineup of training sessions, job fairs, and career development opportunities to help you take the next step! DMV Supports with OIC will assist with DMV-related tasks, including Urgent Care for Physicals on Feb. 13 and…
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Coatesville Mourns Dedicated High School Football Coach
Former Coatesville High School football coach Al Black has passed away at age 88, writes Pete Digiovanni for The Daily Local News. Black passed away on Friday, Jan. 17 in a Lancaster nursing home. In addition to being head football coach at Coatesville, Black worked as a college football assistant at Widener University, Millersville University,…
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Coatesville Names Peter Huf as New City Fire Chief
The City of Coatesville has appointed Peter Huf as the city’s new Fire Chief. After a detailed vetting process conducted by an advisory group comprising members of Civil Service, City administration, the Firefighters Union and City Council, Huf’s nomination was unanimously approved by City Council. He was sworn in on Jan. 27 by Magisterial District…
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Going Beyond Drum Lessons, Drumming Teacher Makes Yearly Donation to Coatesville VA
Local drumming instructor Anthony Cracchiolo has continued his yearly donations to the Coatesville Veteran’s Association Medical Center, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Cracchiolo has owned his drum teaching practice, Anthony C Drums, for twenty-five years. When a mentor of his was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and received support from the Coatesville VA, Cracchiolo raised money…
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Coatesville Chef Puts Personal Spin on Pennsylvania Dutch Stew
The classic Pennsylvania Dutch stew Schnitz un Knepp, once seen as a symbol of poverty, has evolved into a point of regional pride, writes Kara Elder for The Washington Post. Chef Chris Scott, a Coatesville native and author of Homage: Recipes and Stories From an Amish Soul Food Kitchen, first tried the famous stew made…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Historic Farmhouse in Coatesville
A gorgeous farmhouse set on 5.12 acres with five bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Coatesville. . . This extraordinary residence perfectly blends historic charm with modern luxury and showcases meticulous care throughout. Random-width hardwood floors, deep window sills, and the recently updated cedar shake and metal roofing…
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Former Nurse From Coatesville Continues to Donate Blood at 100 Years Old
100-year-old retired nurse Blanche McKee continues to donate blood to the American Red Cross, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. McKee is originally from Iowa and later moved to Pennsylvania, where she worked as a medical assistant at an OB-GYN practice for many years. Mckee first began donating blood as a nursing student, and has continued…
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Coatesville Native Mondre Alston Honored at Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance Reception
At the 4th annual Partner Appreciation Reception on Nov. 12, the Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance celebrated community partners and recognized Coatesville native Mondre Alston as the 2024 recipient of the Tammy Cansler-Miles Economic Development Award. Alston accepted the award in front of a crowd of more than 100 community partners who gathered for the event held at the…
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Coatesville Entrepreneur Wins Coveted Spot to Compete at Global Summit in India
A Coatesville tech innovation is headed for competition on a global stage. Susan Springsteen, CEO and Co-Founder of Coatesville-based H2O Connected, impressed the judges in this year’s TiE Women Pitch competition led by TiE Philadelphia & TiE Pittsburgh. Her pitch about the company’s innovative LeakAlertor won her an all-expense paid trip to Bangalore, India to…
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Coatesville’s 2nd Annual ACE Forum Highlights Community Growth
Earlier this month, over one hundred Coatesville community members convened for the second Annual Coatesville-area Economic (ACE) Forum, writes Monica Ferguson for 19320 GO! The forum occurred on Nov. 1 at the Chester County Public Safety Training Campus and featured government officials, business owners, and other members of the greater Coatesville community. The goal of…
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Coatesville Train Station Construction Remains on Schedule, with Hopes for Starting Service Next Year
Construction of the $70 million Coatesville Train Station remains on schedule and set to start service in about a year, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Upon completion, SEPTA riders will soon be able to board trains at the station. “The region is eager to see the train station completed by the end…
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Chester County’s Largest Hometown Parade, Coatesville Christmas Parade, Returns December 7
Chester County’s largest hometown parade, the Coatesville Christmas Parade, takes center stage down the historic Lincoln Highway, on Dec. 7, 2024, at 10 AM. This year’s theme, “Winter Holidays Around the World” strikes an inclusive theme with the celebration of all holidays (traditions) in all countries. The parade, which began in 1950s, traditionally hosts over…
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Tower Health Nears Sale of Brandywine Hospital Campus to Developers
Tower Health, which recorded its first profitable quarter in five years in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, is in final negotiations to sell its Brandywine Hospital campus, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The hospital closed its doors in January 2022 as part of Tower Health’s turnaround plan. Then earlier this year,…
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First Bank House of the Week: Picturesque Cabin on 40 Acres in Coatesville
A picturesque farmhouse on 40.21 acres with two bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Coatesville. . . Perfectly nestled in a spectacular valley setting, Summer Duck Lane offers breathtaking views of the countryside and highly-coveted privacy year-round. Originally built in 1900, the main residence has a stone farmhouse with…
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