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Business-Minded Paoli Man Rents Out His Pool to Add a Splash of Extra Income
Karl Tradewell, a Paoli resident, is among the growing number of homeowners supplementing their income by renting out their pools through Swimply app, writes Karen Heller for the Washington Post. Tradewell charges anywhere from $68 an hour for a chance to frolic in 25,000 gallons of clear saltwater contained in an azure kidney-shaped vessel. He…
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Chester County Coroner Hoping to Solve 1987 Cold Case with DNA Technology
Chester County Coroner Sophia Garcia-Jackson is hoping to solve a cold case mystery, dating back to Halloween of 1987, writes Chris O’Connell for FOX 29 Philadelphia. On that day, hunters found the skeletal remains of a body off of Creek Road in Caln Township. A missing persons report said the body was a man, aged…
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Meet the Malvern Nonprofit Leader Shaping a 134-Year-Old Hospital Women’s Board
Malvern’s Evelyn Bennett leads one of the region’s longest-standing hospital support organizations, with a history dating back 134 years, as Gina Lizzo profiles in Main Line Today. Even as president of the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Women’s Board, she is involved in numerous board associations across the region and is also the CEO of her own consulting company. Under…
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Pennsylvania’s Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Is a Short Drive from Chester County
Do the words “all-you-can-eat buffet” make your mouth water? Check off every one of the best all-you-can-eat buffets in each state thanks to a list from Amanda Tarlton at Reader’s Digest. Starting in Pennsylvania is easy, especially for Chester County residents. Reader’s Digest cultivated the list through research, expert opinions, and online reviews from sites…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest honor for staff excellence. Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green are the 2026 recipients of the university’s William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service. Austin, of Wilmington, Delaware, is…
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Voices in Action: How One Hospital Team Is Helping Shape Patient Care at Chester County Hospital
At Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, some of the most meaningful insights begin with the voices of patients and families. Their firsthand experiences help guide changes that make care compassionate, coordinated, and effective. That is where the Patient and Family Advisory Committee (PFAC) plays a vital role. The PFAC at Chester County Hospital is a…
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Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank Award $360,000 in Scholarships to 18 High School Seniors
In a powerful celebration of leadership, academic achievement, and commitment to serving their communities, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank awarded $360,000 in scholarships to 18 exceptional high school seniors during a recent ceremony at The Franklin Institute. The students, chosen for their academic drive and commitment to their communities, are the newest cohort…
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VISTA Careers — Freedom Village at Brandywine
Find your Freedom Village career at Freedom Village at Brandywine, a Life Plan Community in West Brandywine, that has served seniors for more than 25 years. Freedom Village provides active senior living with resort-inspired services, amenities, social activities, chef-prepared cuisine, and on-site care that includes personal care, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. Be…
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Chester County Futures Launches ‘Level Up’ Career Development Series for Students and Young Professionals
Landing an internship, securing a first job, or making a strong impression in today’s competitive job market requires more than technical knowledge. It takes confidence, communication skills, and the ability to clearly articulate your value to employers. To help students and emerging professionals build those skills, Chester County Futures has launched Level Up: Professional Edge…
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An 11-Generation Rittenhouse Family Estate in Harleysville Is Now for Sale
A piece of Montgomery County history is looking for its next steward, and it comes with a story that stretches back to the founding of America itself, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. A historic Harleysville estate that has remained in the Rittenhouse family for 11 generations has been listed for sale for…
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Embassy Suites Near Philadelphia Airport Listed for Sale As Investors Eye 2026 Event Boom
A well-known all-suite hotel steps from Philadelphia International Airport has hit the market, and the timing is no coincidence. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, a 263-room property at 9000 Bartram Ave., is being offered for sale as investors look to cash in on what could be one of the most lucrative stretches in…
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A New Era Begins: Plymouth Meeting Mall Is Being Reborn as a Town Center
For nearly 60 years, the Plymouth Meeting Mall has been one of Montgomery County’s most recognizable landmarks. Now, after decades of watching foot traffic thin and storefronts empty, the property readies for the most dramatic reinvention in its history. From Retail Icon to Ghost of Its Former Self The Plymouth Meeting Mall was the third…
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Three Chester County Companies Land On Best Places to Work Lists in Philadelphia Region
The Philadelphia Business Journal has released its annual Best Places to Work list, with 80 companies making this year’s list. Among the “large” and “extra-large” category companies, Chester County businesses show up time and again, as Lara Schwartz writes for the publication. PBJ partners with Quantum Workplace to determine the top employers in Greater Philadelphia. Businesses are…
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122-Year-Old ‘Ravenscliff’ Mansion in Wayne Lists For Millions
In Wayne, a 122-year-old mansion deemed Ravenscliff is on the market for $11.875 million. With only two previous owners, who will be the third to grace the halls of this expansive property? Jonathan Diamond has the details at the Philadelphia Business Journal. It was originally built on a 126 acres in 1904 for railroad magnate…
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Wayne-Based Radian Group Taps Wall Street Veteran Mike Weinbach to Lead Next Chapter
Rick Thornberry spent 12 years turning Radian Group from a mortgage insurer into a global specialty insurance player. The Wayne-based company is now betting on a Wall Street veteran who can take that transformation to the next level, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Radian chose Mike Weinbach as CEO-elect starting June 1, officially succeeding Thornberry on Aug. 13. Thornberry, who has led…
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Historic Chester County Farmhouse With Wyeth Family Ties Gets a Modern Makeover
A Chester County farmhouse with nearly 300 years of history and a connection to the Wyeth family has found a new life, without losing the character that makes it extraordinary, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for The Hunt. Heidi and Eric McGlade purchased the property in 2023. The home was once owned by artist John Willard McCoy and his wife, Ann Wyeth, a pianist, composer, painter,…
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Chester County Gardens, Trails, and Outdoor Spaces Worth Exploring This Month
June is one of the best times to get outside and enjoy Chester County’s gardens, trails, parks, and nature preserves. From awarded horticultural attractions to awe-inspiring landscapes, the region offers far more variety than many residents realize. Gardens Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square is the crown jewel of the county. As one of the most visited outdoor attractions, it comes alive in summer with colorful displays, endless meadows, woodland paths, and…
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The Greater West Chester Chamber Is Hiring a Member Experience Manager
Most jobs come with a paycheck. This one comes with a community. The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is hiring a Member Experience & Operations Manager, and if you love people, community, and the energy of a thriving small city, this might be the role you’ve been waiting for. This is not a desk…
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