Phoenixville
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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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More Than 100,000 People to Visit Phoenixville Next Week for Historic Dogwood Festival, Parade
A weeklong celebration of the Phoenixville area’s longstanding commitment to service and community will take place from Monday, May 14 to Saturday, May 19 at historic Reeves Park. The 75th Annual Dogwood Festival and Parade will attract more than 100,000 visitors to the region throughout the week. And an additional 13,000-plus spectators will line the…
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Young Entrepreneurs from Devon Prep Lauded for Business Idea, Advance to National Competition
Phoenixville resident Ryan Klauder and West Chester resident Christopher Muth, both students at Devon Prep, were lauded at the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) Philadelphia Investor Panel Event for their ideas that could raise money and awareness for Alex’s Lemonade Stand, according to a report in The Phoenix Reporter & Item. Klauder and Muth presented their…
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Phoenixville Company Helping Turn Party Drug into PTSD Treatment
If approved by the FDA to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, MDMA – the party drug known as “Molly” or “ecstasy” – will be prepared for shipping to the market by Sharp from Phoenixville, writes Will Yakowicz for Inc. magazine. The pharmaceutical packaging company would put the drug into capsules after being manufactured by British Onyx.…
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Could Rail Service from Phoenixville to Philadelphia Be in the Works?
A new proposal aims to connect Phoenixville to Philadelphia with a passenger rail line, writes Justin Heinze for the Phoenixville Patch. Developers are proposing two alternatives to achieve this goal. The first option envisions extending the existing Manayunk/Norristown line into Phoenixville. With the infrastructure for this line already largely in place, this is the cheaper,…
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Colonial Theatre Lauded by Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia
The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville is being recognized by the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia for its expansion, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. The historic theatre will receive the 2018 Preservation Achievement Grand Jury Award. This recognizes projects on historic buildings for their exemplary restoration or renovation. The Preservation Alliance selected the…
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Past, Present Converge at Phoenixville Foundry, a Modern Event Space with Industrial Character
For nearly a decade, the Phoenixville Foundry has given corporate clients, brides and grooms, and other groups the opportunity to customize a unique and historic space for memorable events that receive rave reviews. The foundry of the former Phoenix Iron & Steel Company, built in 1882, is an important symbol of Phoenixville’s industrial past and…
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Phoenixville’s Revitalization a Lesson to Other Downtrodden Towns
Phoenixville’s revitalization is the result of a decades-long campaign to redefine the town and attract new life and reinvestment in the borough, writes Graham Copeland for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Phoenixville has risen from the ashes and is once again a jewel of Chester County. It has welcomed new apartments, shops, and restaurants, all of…
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Phoenixville’s Crowded Castle Brewing Ranks Among Nation’s Fastest-Growing Breweries
Crowded Castle Brewing in Phoenixville ranks third among the nation’s 50 Fastest-Growing Breweries, according to the Brewers Association, writes Kenneth Hilario for Philadelphia Business Journal. While the Brewers Association did not publish details on the growth of individual breweries, the organization did report median growth of 216 percent for the breweries between 2016 and 2017.…
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Chester County Briefly: April 11
Chester County Fund for Women and Girls and Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County Join the CCFWG and the CVC during Sexual Assault Awareness Month for a free screening of the documentary The Hunting Ground from 7-9:30 PM on Wednesday, April 18 at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville. Following the film will be a thoughtful…
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Liquor Control Committee Discusses Changes in Law with Brewers, Distillers in Phoenixville
The Pennsylvania House Liquor Control Committee discussed the impact of liquor law changes with local brewers and distillers at a recent meeting in Phoenixville, writes Donna Rovins for the Daily Local News. The location was chosen by State Rep. Warren Kampf due to its vibrant craft brewing and distilling industry. During the event, the committee…
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Chester County’s Second Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens in Phoenixville
The second medical marijuana dispensary in Chester County opened on Friday in Phoenixville, writes Sam Wood for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Cure Pennsylvania opened a retail shop at 500 Kimberton Road. Patients who want to purchase medical marijuana from the new dispensary need certification from an approved doctor that shows they are suffering from one of…
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Seven Chester County Restaurants Rate Among the Best in Philadelphia’s Suburbs
Out of all the outstanding restaurants in the Philadelphia suburbs, there are some that really stand out, seven of which are located in Chester County, writes restaurant critic Craig LaBan for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Bangles in Downingtown attracts adventurous diners with its delicious cuisine. For some real spicy delights, try the Chettinad curries or Hyderabadi…
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Stop Haggling: Car-Buying Tips from Benchmark Federal Credit Union That Make More Sense
By Rebecca K. Worthington I recently read a fascinating article on the value of your time, when it comes to purchasing a new car. Nobody wants to sit in a dealership for hours. But so many of us do, when that time could have been devoted to more worthy pursuits. During a day (or even…
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Girls from Nine Counties to Explore Tomorrow’s Technology at Phoenixville Middle School
Now in its 18th year, Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology (GETT) will attract 1,000 girls, parents, and educators from more than 120 schools and nine counties on Saturday, March 17 from 12:30-5 PM at Phoenixville Area Middle School. At GETT, girls in grades 5-10 will have the chance to interact with female mentors from the top…
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Sedona Taphouse Coming to Phoenixville
Sedona Taphouse is bringing its array of craft beers, wines, cocktails, and delicious comfort food to Phoenixville, writes Kristen Kwiatkowski for The Town Dish. Guests of the new eatery at 131 Bridge Street will soon be able to enjoy its offerings in a warm, stylish environment. Sedona Taphouse is known for its extensive list of…
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For the Love of Conversation: Phoenixville Couple’s Storytelling Venture Adds Podcasts
The Phoenixville couple who has been interviewing famous people for its 3-Minute Storyteller short videos for three years are now adding podcasts, writes Michaela Winberg for Billy Penn. Mike Mannon and his wife Shannon began their storytelling adventure with the goal of creating a set of stories from artists, activists, and other inspiring people. Every…
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Distracted by Their GPSs, Truck Drivers Keep Crashing into Bridge in Phoenixville
A number of truck drivers distracted by their GPSs have crashed into an abandoned Norfolk Southern railroad bridge in Phoenixville, writes Erin McCarthy for the Philadelphia Inquirer. According to PennDOT officials, the accidents may be caused by drivers who blindly follow their GPSs, which are not designed for trucks. This causes them to pay less…
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