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Retro Bar Opens atop Bistro on Bridge in Phoenixville
Bridge Street in Phoenixville has a new place to hang out – the Analog Bar Room at Bistro on Bridge, writes Ed Williams in Main Line Today. Zack and Seth Hoffman, brothers and co-owners of Bistro on Bridge since 2009, decided in January to remodel their first-floor bistro and to gut the former Club 212…
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Phoenixville Resident Discusses Renowned Workshop That Produces Top Sci-Fi, Fantasy Writers
Rachel Simmons, a speculative fiction author and recent graduate of the famous Clarion West Summer Workshop in Seattle, knew exactly what she wanted when she applied for the intense, six-week writing program, writes Frank Catalano for GeekWire. “It wasn’t a passing fancy, or it wasn’t a thing I was trying out,” she said. “It was…
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Two Major Obstacles to Be Addressed Before Commuter Rail Service Returns to Phoenixville
Less than a week after Chester County published a transportation study that set the return of commuter rail service to Phoenixville as a long-term goal, a railroad consultant says it can be accomplished sooner, writes Evan Brandt for the Daily Local News. In his presentation held at the end of last month, Thomas E. Frawley…
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CharleSound Fest an Evening of Fun, Food, and Music Set for Tonight at TCHS Pickering
The Technical College High School (TCHS) Pickering Campus will host the CharleSound Fest – an evening of fun, food, and music – on its newly renovated grounds on Wednesday, Aug. 8 from 5:30-8:30 PM. The event will be held rain for shine, and the first 250 people to arrive will receive a free t-shirt. Community…
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Planning Commission Releases Phoenixville Region Multimodal Transportation Study
The Chester County Planning Commission has completed the Phoenixville Region Multimodal Transportation Study, which will serve as a guiding document for multimodal transportation improvements. The region encompasses five municipalities in Chester County – Charlestown, East Pikeland, Phoenixville, Schuylkill, and West Vincent – and Upper Providence in neighboring Montgomery County. “Since nearly 84 percent of the…
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Sly Fox Brewing Invests in Extensive Renovations to Its Phoenixville Home
Sly Fox Brewing has completed extensive renovations, $250,000 worth, to its original Phoenixville location, which has been its home for more than two decades, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “Brick-and-mortar destinations are revenue streams and experiential exposure for the Sly Fox brand,” said founder and managing partner Pete Giannopoulos. The newly finished…
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Owner of East Pikeland Township Bakery Competes on Netflix’s New Reality Show
The owner of Brooklyn Girl Bakery in East Pikeland Township is one of the contestants on Sugar Rush, a new reality show on Netflix, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. Peri Anderson, who specializes in wedding cakes, has teamed up with former co-worker Jennifer Low, owner of The Frosted Fox Cake Shop in…
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This Weekend’s Blobfest Marks 60th Anniversary of Cult Classic Filmed in Phoenixville
This weekend, the 19th annual Blobfest will once again attract fans of The Blob to Phoenixville’s Colonial Theatre, where the cult classic was filmed, writes Claire Wolters for the Philadelphia Inquirer. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the film’s release. Bill Jersey, who worked as an art director on the movie, cherishes the close-knit…
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Phoenixville Native Selected by Stanley Cup Champions in NHL Draft
Phoenixville native Mitchell Gibson – a goalie with the Lone Star Brahmas of the North American Hockey League (NAHL), one of the top junior leagues in the U.S. – was drafted by the Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals in the NHL Draft. Gibson, 19, who attended and played ice hockey at Owen J. Roberts High…
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Phoenixville Clearly the ‘People’s Choice’ After Sweeping Contest by Classic Towns
Phoenixville swept the votes in the final round, taking the top spot in every single category of the inaugural People’s Choice Contest conducted by Classic Towns, an online publication of the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission. Voters in the first round of the contest decided on the best eateries, salons, shops, and other venues in…
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Sly Fox Brewing Faces Growing Competition Head On
Sly Fox Brewing from Pottstown and Phoenixville is always finding new ways to remain relevant amidst growing competition in the craft beer industry, writes Brad Rhen for the Reading Eagle. One of the first craft breweries in Pennsylvania, Sly Fox was founded 23 years ago by Pete Giannopoulos. Since then, it has grown from a…
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DNB First House of the Week: Twin Villa in Phoenixville
A twin villa with six bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Phoenixville. This beautifully restored property is located just a few blocks from downtown. Its Italian architecture stands out due to its unique design that provides each of its six bedrooms with a corner view. This layout also gives…
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Students at TCHS Pickering Build Inclusive Community Through Honoring of Veterans
Students in TCHS Pickering’s OVR Connections program recently brought the Phoenixville community together to celebrate veterans. OVR Connections is a program for students transitioning to work or school that helps them connect with the community. “This program is vital for students; they feel empowered and have confidence in seeing the value they bring to the…
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Work of Popular Blogger Who Helps Travelers Find Vintage Places to Visit Inspired by Phoenixville
Beth Lennon, better known online as “Mod Betty,” helps travelers find vintage places while on road trips through her blog, Retro Roadmap, write Larissa and Michael Milne for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Lennon’s goal is to shine a light on businesses that have an authentic local flavor, combined with vintage charm. “Picture a classic diner with…
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Longtime Brewmaster of Phoenixville’s Sly Fox to Leave to Join New Venture in City
Sly Fox Brewing Co. of Phoenixville announced that its longtime brewmaster, Brian O’Reilly, will be leaving the company in July, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. O’Reilly will join a new brewing venture in Philadelphia. Tim Ohst, Sly Fox’s former operations manager, will be named director of brewery operations and will oversee production.…
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Chester County Briefly: May 24
Sixth Annual Beat Beethoven 5K Run/1 Mile Walk Take your classical music “in stride” and come out to Anson B. Nixon Park in Kennett Square on Sunday, June 10 at 9 AM to support the Kennett Symphony and see if you can Beat Beethoven! Brandywine Valley Heating and Air Conditioning is the presenting sponsor for…
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County Commissioners Approve $2.5 Million in Community Revitalization Program Awards
The Chester County Commissioners have unanimously approved $2.5 million in grants through the county’s Community Revitalization Program (CRP). “One of the goals of Chester County’s VISTA 2025 economic development strategy is to invest in growth in our urban centers,” said Michelle Kichline, Chair of the Commissioners. “These Community Revitalization awards enhance our towns, spur additional…
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Award-Winning Vocalist to Perform in Phoenixville to Raise Funds for Community Coalition
Join The Community Coalition – a Phoenixville-based organization with an innovative model of collaboration among five Chester County nonprofits dedicated to fundraising together and sharing resources – on Thursday, May 24 for Cabaret Night with Carolyn Montgomery at the Colonial Theatre. Montgomery is an award-winning singer/songwriter based in New York City whom Stephen Holden of…
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