Outdoors
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Proposed Campsite on Landenberg’s Big Elk Creek State Park Causes Uproar Among Neighbors
A proposed campsite on Landenberg’s Big Elk Creek State Park has drawn some ire from neighbors who want to keep the land protected from heavy foot traffic, writes Zoë Read for WHYY. Among them is Anteia Consorto, who has lived in the area for over three decades and enjoys the quiet of the rural Chester…
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The Best Meteor Shower of the Year Can Enjoyed This Week in Chester County
The Geminids, which many consider to be the best meteor showers of the year, can be observed over the Philadelphia region late on Wednesday night and into the early morning hours of Thursday, writes Anthony R. Wood for The Philadelphia Inquirer. During that peak period, as many as 135 meteors can enter the atmosphere per…
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A Philadelphia Woman ‘Adopted’ a Small Island in Front of Boathouse Row, and It’s Now Named the ‘Isle of Jean’
A small island in the Schuylkill that can be seen when strolling along the path behind the Fairmount Water Works has been adopted by a local woman and now has an official name: Isle of Jean, writes Nick Jaramillo for Billy Penn at WHYY. The island, which can be approached on a small boardwalk, became…
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Prepare to be ‘Wowed’ with Changes Coming to Longwood Gardens As Part of Longwood Re-Imagined Project
Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, one of the world’s premier horticultural gardens, is currently undergoing a major makeover project, writes Brenna Weick for NBC10 Philadelphia. Famous for its many mesmerizing botanical displays, the attraction will have even more to offer guests to enjoy starting next year. “We’re going to be able to put more of…
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Get Into Holiday Spirit By Visiting These Spectacular Light Shows in Chester County
Chester County is home to several spectacular light shows to either drive or walk through that are guaranteed to impress and put you in the holiday spirit, writes Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. Herr’s Holiday Light Display in Nottingham offers a dazzling array of holiday light displays with more than 600,000 bulbs. The experience…
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A Longwood Christmas Goes Retro with Its Designs, Now Open Until January
A Longwood Christmas at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square is in full swing until Jan. 7. This year’s theme will take you back to your childhood with retro decorations, vintage ornaments, and over half a million lights that will spark a twinkle in your eye, writes Jessica Horstmann for the Greater Wilmington Convention & Visitors…
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The Creamery in Kennett Square Offers Icy Cold Fun to the County This Winter
The Creamery in Kennett Square, a favorite spot for winter outings, now offers even more fun activities thanks to the addition of a new ice skating rink, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. The restaurant and beer garden is known for its holiday markets and various other special events. Starting from Dec. 1, visitors…
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West Vincent Husband and Wife On a Mission to Bring Fallen Leaves to New Heights
West Vincent wife-and-husband Donna Delany and David Weber are on a mission to raise awareness among their neighbors over a better way to deal with fallen leaves, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. The couple, who have been together for 14 years and have their own musical duo, are truly passionate about caring for the environment.…
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Former Wyeth Property Could Become West Chester’s New Skate Park
The West Chester Borough Council has considered turning the former Wyeth property at Bolmar and Nields Streets intersection into a skate park at its Tuesday meeting, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The idea was first mentioned by Councilman Bernie Flynn, who received support from the majority of council members to look into…
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Pennsylvania American Water Partners with Chesapeake Bay Foundation to Plant More Than 2,500 Trees
Following a highly successful monthlong paperless billing customer enrollment campaign, Pennsylvania American Water recently donated $24,000 to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership. This August, in recognition of Water Quality Month, the company committed to donate $12 for every customer who switched from paper to electronic bills during the month, up to 2,000 customers. The campaign led to 2,506…
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Residents of Twin Hills in Chester Springs Witness Benefits of Having Lawns Transformed Into Meadows
Residents of the Twin Hills development in Chester Springs are already witnessing the benefits of having parts of their lawns transformed into meadows, writes Zoë Read for WHYY. The conversion has been made possible thanks to funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The department is offering grants for residents and businesses…
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One of the Best Places in Pennsylvania to Soak Up Autumn Scenery is in Elverson
One of the best places in Pennsylvania to take in autumn scenery while soaking up fresh air is French Creek State Park in Elverson, writes Beth Price-Williams for Only In Your State. While the enchanting park is beautiful all season, it is absolutely magical during the fall. The park covers 7,730 acres and is the…
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Longwood Gardens Reaches Milestone on Project: Centerpiece House Now Fully Encased In Glass
Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience project has achieved a major construction milestone: the centerpiece glass house is now fully encased in glass, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News. The 32,000-square-foot structure is the largest single element of Longwood Reimagined. It was designed by Weiss/Manfredi, while its gardens, pools, and fountains…
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Longwood Gardens Sprinkles Holiday Magic and Nostalgic Flair Starting in November
Longwood Gardens will be hosting a dazzling display for visitors with a nostalgic twist to the holiday season, writes Andre Lamar for the Delaware News Journal. The retro-themed installation, A Longwood Christmas, will debut on Nov. 17. Last year, the twinkling spectacle took 25 days to set up. This year, half a million…
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Head To One of These Chester County Farms and Patches to Pick Your Own Pumpkin
If you are looking to indulge in some true fall fun by picking your own pumpkin, you can do so at these farms and patches in Chester County that also offer much more to get you into the fall spirit, writes Samantha Geiger for Main Line Today. Colonial Gardens in Phoenixville boasts a variety of…
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Fall Equinox Brings End to ‘Unprecedented’ Chester County Summer
The fall equinox brought an end to an “unprecedented” Chester County summer filled with joy and festivals, but also a major loss, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. One of the popular events was the celebration of the Marquis de Lafayette at Thornbury Farm. “The event provided interesting history and demonstrations of his…
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Here Are Two Spots for Pumpkin-Picking, Hayrides, and More Fall Fun in Chester County
Fall is in full swing and with it, local farms are now offering plenty of fun activities for you to enjoy with your entire family, including pumpkin-picking, corn mazes, hayrides, and much more, writes Michelle Reese for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At Colonial Gardens in Phoenixville, you can pick a pumpkin from their large selection and…
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Black Bear Spotted Roaming Around Bucks County. Read to Learn When and Where
Just months after several sightings in Bucks County, another black bear has been seen wandering around the area. Annie McCormick wrote about the sighting for 6abc. A black bear was seen walking around Perkasie last week. Local residents were able to get pictures of the animal but did their best to stay a safe distance…
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