Kennett Square
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Local Educator Spreads French Culture and Language in Kennett Square
Kennett Square resident Dr. Rana Sakr is making strides towards a more empathetic world through her community language classes, writes Joan Holliday for The Daily Local News. A multilingual health educator, Sakr grew up in multiple French-speaking countries before moving to the United States with her family. Finding few French speakers in the Kennett area,…
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Kennett Pilates Studio Combines Balance, Wellness, and Community
Studio 22 Kennett, a local fitness studio in Kennett Square, combines balance and wellness thanks to the owners’ unique philosophy, writes Jamie Kleman for Chadds Ford Live. Founders Cathy Pizzini, Bertha Turnbull, and Kathleen Fisher founded the local Pilates studio to combine their love of fitness with a holistic wellness approach. The trio hoped to…
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Longwood Gardens Promotes New Science Strategy for Plant Conservation
Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square will celebrate the launch of its new science strategy on Jan. 24 with special events and activities for Science in Action Day, writes Longwood’s CEO, Paul B. Redman, for the Delaware Online. The new strategy will formalize the horticultural garden’s longstanding work to conserve global plant diversity, support long-term health of natural lands, strengthen…
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Kennett Square’s Genesis HealthCare Sells for $1 Billion in Fifth-Round Auction
Kennett Square-based Genesis HealthCare has agreed on its sale to 101 West State Street for $1.02 billion following five rounds of bidding last week, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The bid for the bankrupt nursing home operator is structured to include $343 million in cash, a $100 million promissory note, and the assumption of $572 million in existing liabilities. 101…
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Residential Future of Kennett Square’s NVF Site Debated
During the January 5 Kennett Square Borough Council meeting, debate and opposition emerged on whether to advertise rezoning the National Vulcanized Fiber (NVF) company site from industrial to residential, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. When the issue appeared on the agenda, many residents and some council members voiced concerns about the community’s future. The council ultimately…
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Kennett Winterfest Releases Music Lineup, List of Breweries
Kennett Collaborative has released the live music lineup for the 14th annual Kennett Winterfest. The festival will return on Feb. 28, 2026, for a full day of music, craft beverages, and community celebration from 12:30 to 4 PM. The live music lineup for the festival includes: This year’s lineup offers a range of styles from indie rock…
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Chester County Futures and S&T Bank Equip Students with Essential Financial Literacy Skills
Chester County Futures is proud to continue its partnership with S&T Bank in offering essential financial literacy workshops for high school students in their Kennett Square cohort. This initiative provides practical learning experiences designed to equip students in grades 9-12 with indispensable skills like budgeting, saving, understanding credit, and fraud prevention. The workshops, provided by…
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Renowned Kennett Square Photographer and Filmmaker Dies at 76
Robert Caputo, a renowned photographer, writer, and filmmaker from Kennett Square, died on Dec. 18, 2025, at 76 after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Caputo was fascinated by the natural world, animals, and people. He spent 35 years, until 2005, traveling internationally to take photographs and produce captivating stories for National…
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Development Plans Continue for Beloved Kennett Square Park
Plans are underway for the grand reimagining of Kennett Square’s Anson B. Nixon Park thanks to the Kennett Area Park Authority, writes Richard L. Gaw for Chester County Press. Kennett Area Park Authority (KAPA) recently launched a fundraising campaign alongside Friends of Anson B. Nixon Park. The $7.2 million campaign aims to specifically restore the…
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Kennett Express Spreads Holiday Cheer at Annual Kennett Festival
The Kennett Express, a fan-favorite attraction at Kennett’s annual Tinsel on the Town, attracted a record-breaking volume of guests for another festive celebration, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. The beloved train ride took visitors across Kennett Square’s downtown State Street at the borough’s annual holiday celebration last week. Hundreds of riders waited…
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One of the Best Christmas Towns is in Chester County
It’s time! With the Christmas season approaching, Chester County will soon be decked out with garlands, stringed lights, and maybe even some magical snow, writes staff for Only in Your State. Kennett Square was ranked as one of the best Christmas towns to visit in the state. One of the best Christmas displays is at…
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Now Sold Out, La Verona in Kennett Square Celebrates 15 Years of Feast of the Seven Fishes
Kennett Square’s La Verona is celebrating its 15th year in business with a special Feast of the Seven Fishes, writes Richard Gaw for Chester County Press. Traditionally, the Feast of Seven Fishes is an Italian-American tradition, where families abstain from eating meat from Christmas Eve to Christmas, in anticipation of Jesus’ birth. On Christmas Eve, La Verona invites guests…
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Chester County Home to One of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America
As the year ends, many couples are looking for the perfect spot to rekindle their romance over a delicious meal. The OpenTable list of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America offers a top recommendation that’s not too far from home. Kaamil Jones noted it for NBC10 Philadelphia. OpenTable determined the restaurants that provide the…
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Longwood Gardens Membership Levels Explained – 2026 Edition
Welcome to the enchanting world of Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, where beauty and nature meet in perfect harmony! Whether you’re a frequent Longwood Gardens guest or planning your first visit to take in Longwood Reimagined, understanding the variety of membership options can save you money and significantly enhance your experience. From solo explorers to…
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Longwood Gardens’ Christmas Festival Drives Economic Boost to Kennett Square
The annual Longwood Christmas festival brings a steady wave of visitors who give Kennett Square and the surrounding towns a noticeable economic boost throughout the holiday season, writes Anthony R. Wood for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Overall, Longwood Gardens has played a “significant role in the area’s growth,” said Nancy Toltain, director of hotel operations at the Hilton Garden…
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Local EV Owners See Positive Shift in Charging Landscape, But Gaps Remain
Electric vehicle owners in Chester County are noticing a positive shift in the charging landscape locally and nationwide, but gaps still remain, writes Scott Sturgis for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Private companies are moving forward with expanded station buildouts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, while the reported cancellations of federal funds have not materialized. Peter Doehring of Kennett Square…
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A Shimmering Celebration of the Season Debuts at Longwood Gardens
It’s a gem of a holiday season as Longwood Gardens invites guests to step into a shimmering world inspired by the brilliance of gemstones and the magic of the holidays. On view through Jan. 11, 2026, this year’s A Longwood Christmas surrounds guests in dazzling color, radiant light, and extraordinary horticultural artistry. Throughout the conservatories and across…
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Owner of Nomadic Pies in Kennett Square Offers Advice on Diversifying Your Thanksgiving Table
Molly Johnston, owner of Nomadic Pies in Kennett Square, believes Thanksgiving tables should feature more than just pumpkin pies, write Courtney H. Diener-Stokes and Laurel Anderson for the County Lines Magazine. During the holiday, she always prepares three pies: maple pecan, apple, and pumpkin. “I could never have Thanksgiving without all three,” said Johnston. Nomadic…
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