• Boxing Ring from Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story Finds New Home in Exton 

    Boxing Ring from Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story Finds New Home in Exton 

    A striking set piece from Steven Spielberg’s 2021 remake of West Side Story has found a new home at Exton’s Ashbridge Apartments, writes Bill Rettew for Daily Local News.  The boxing ring used in the Oscar-nominated film is located in the Ashbridge gym, which is shared by residents across the complex. Residents are free to…

  • Call for Local Authors: Apply Now for the Chester County Library’s Annual Local Author Showcase

    Call for Local Authors: Apply Now for the Chester County Library’s Annual Local Author Showcase

    The Chester County Library is thrilled to invite local authors to apply for our Annual Local Author Showcase! This special event celebrates the vibrant literary talent in our community. Priority will be given to Chester County authors, and if space permits, we will also consider authors from across Pennsylvania. The showcase will be held on…

  • Lu Ann Cahn, Emmy-Winning Journalist and Author, to Speak on Career Transformation and Empowerment

    Lu Ann Cahn, Emmy-Winning Journalist and Author, to Speak on Career Transformation and Empowerment

    The Chester County Library System invites you to join an inspiring evening with Lu Ann Cahn, Author of the motivational memoir I Dare Me, as she shares her journey of daring to live life to the fullest. The event will take place on Mar. 2 at 2:00 PM at Chester County Library in Exton. Cahn,…

  • Local Developer Moves to Acquire Exton Square Mall

    Local Developer Moves to Acquire Exton Square Mall

    Elkins Park-based Abrams Realty & Development is in the process of acquiring the Exton Square Mall with plans to revitalize the struggling property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The developer intends to demolish part of the mall and add residential units along with adding a variety of other uses for the retail…

  • Eagleview in Exton One of 20 Projects to Watch in Philadelphia Region

    Eagleview in Exton One of 20 Projects to Watch in Philadelphia Region

    The Eagleview community in Exton is one of the 20 development projects across the Philadelphia region to watch in 2025, write Ryan Mulligan and Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The Hankin Group currently has its hands full with its 800-acre master-planned project. The developer has already completed several life sciences buildings and a…

  • Exton’s Hunt Auctions Partners with NFL for Annual Super Bowl Auction 

    Exton’s Hunt Auctions Partners with NFL for Annual Super Bowl Auction 

    Exton’s Hunt Auctions once again partnered with the NFL to auction off rare historical football items before this year’s Super Bowl, writes digital staff for 6abc.   The company auctioned off unique pieces of football memorabilia at the Convention Center in New Orleans ahead of the Super Bowl which took place on Sunday. Items that were…

  • Music Under the Stars Returns: Eagleview’s Free Weekly Concert Series Celebrates 24th Summer

    Music Under the Stars Returns: Eagleview’s Free Weekly Concert Series Celebrates 24th Summer

    Music lovers, get ready for an unforgettable summer at Eagleview Town Center! The beloved Summer Concert Series, celebrating its milestone 24th season with an exciting lineup of performances, will return every Tuesday evening from June to August. Mark your calendars for these free weekly concerts, running from 7:00- 9:00 PM — perfect for a memorable…

  • Exton Teen Creates Handmade Bracelets for Eagles’ Fans

    Exton Teen Creates Handmade Bracelets for Eagles’ Fans

    A Chester County teenager has been busy making bracelets for the upcoming Super Bowl, writes Shawnette Wilson for Fox29 Philadelphia. 13-year-old Samantha started her beaded bracelet business, Samantha’s Beads, after the Philadelphia Eagles won the NFC Championship title. As Eagles fans are spirited and loyal, they were more than happy to support the small business,…

  • Chester County Library System Conducts Customer Survey

    Chester County Library System Conducts Customer Survey

    The Chester County Library System (CCLS), which includes 18 locations, is committed to continually improving and transforming library services to meet the evolving needs of the community. CCLS invites the public to participate in an online survey that will help shape the future of public libraries in Chester County. The survey will be open until…

  • Macy’s to Close 66 Stores, Including One in Chester County 

    Macy’s to Close 66 Stores, Including One in Chester County 

    As part of its “A Bold New Chapter” plan, Macy’s will close 66 additional stores, including the one in Chester County, writes Kelly Tyko for Axios.  The struggling department store chain is continuing to reduce its locations due to its declining sales that are being driven by growing competition from nimble big-box chains, fast-fashion retailers,…

  • Chester County Library Trust Speaker Series Kicks Off on Jan. 29 with Jim Zervanos

    Chester County Library Trust Speaker Series Kicks Off on Jan. 29 with Jim Zervanos

    The Chester County Library Trust Speaker Series will kick off on Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Struble Room at Chester County Library in Exton with Philadelphia-based Author and Teacher, Jim Zervanos. That Time I Got Cancer: A Love Story, is a memoir by Jim Zervanos, detailing his unexpected battle with cancer and…

  • Party City Announces the Closure of All Locations, Including Exton

    Party City Announces the Closure of All Locations, Including Exton

    Party City is closing all stores, effectively ending a 40-year reign as a top party supplier across the United States, writes Kara Seymour from Patch.  There were 25 Party City stores in Pennsylvania, including the Exton location.   In a corporate employee meeting Friday, Dec. 20, CEO Barry Litwin announced that “the company is winding down…

  • Brandywine Valley Returns to Its Roots: New Office in Exton by March 2025

    Brandywine Valley Returns to Its Roots: New Office in Exton by March 2025

    For over 30 years, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning has served the greater Chester County area with heating, cooling, and HVAC installation — and the company isn’t slowing down. By early 2025, Bill Ronayne and his team have plans to return to their roots in Exton with a brand new office on Commerce Drive. The move was made…

  • Eagleview Town Center Spreads Festive Cheer with Annual Holiday Spectacular

    Eagleview Town Center Spreads Festive Cheer with Annual Holiday Spectacular

    On Saturday, Dec. 7, Eagleview Town Center hosted its annual Holiday Spectacular.   Residents, neighbors, families, and the local community gathered together to kick off the holiday season with a festive tree lighting, live performances from popular local artists, and fun events for families and guests of all ages, including a special visit from Santa, gingerbread…

  • PREIT’s New CEO Considered Redeveloping Exton Square Mall Before Deciding to Sell

    PREIT’s New CEO Considered Redeveloping Exton Square Mall Before Deciding to Sell

    PREIT considered redeveloping Exton Square Mall before ultimately deciding to sell the property to generate funds for paying down debt, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  In April, Glenn Rufrano, the new executive chairman of PREIT’s board, said that selling the mall would be “a question of value.”  PREIT carefully evaluated the estimated…

  • Chester County Library will Hold Its 13th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Dec. 14

    Chester County Library will Hold Its 13th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Dec. 14

    Make it a homemade holiday! The holiday season can be a busy time of year, filled with family gatherings and the search for the perfect gifts for loved ones, which often leads to frustration and stress. Since time is a precious commodity, remember that the library is your best destination for family entertainment, holiday de-stressors,…

  • CEO of Exton’s Bentley Systems Plans to Expand Company’s Philadelphia Presence

    CEO of Exton’s Bentley Systems Plans to Expand Company’s Philadelphia Presence

    Nicholas Cumins became the first non-family CEO of Exton-based Bentley Systems in July and soon after decided to proceed with the acquisition of Philadelphia’s Cesium, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The move was intended as a “signature acquisition,” said Cumins, that would signal expansion plans he has for the infrastructure engineering software…

  • Eagleview Town Center Holiday Spectacular 2024: Tree Lighting and Festivities

    Eagleview Town Center Holiday Spectacular 2024: Tree Lighting and Festivities

    Eagleview Town Center (565 Wellington Square, Exton)  will host its annual Holiday Spectacular on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 2:00-5:00 PM.  Residents, neighbors, and local community members will celebrate the holiday season with a festive tree lighting, live performances from popular local artists, and fun events for families and guests of all ages, including a visit…