Culture
-
How Phoenixville Transformed from an Industrial Hotspot to One of Chester County’s Most Beloved Boroughs
Phoenixville’s intriguing history has included everything from industrial factories to an iconic 1950s film, writes Gene Pisasale for Times-Leader. In the centuries since its founding, the borough has transformed from an industrial hub to a charming town that attracts tourists and locals alike. First settled in 1732, Phoenixville was originally named “Manavon.” Businesses flourished during…
-
Downingtown Artist Adrian Martinez Paints the Battle of Brandywine Hour by Hour
Downingtown artist Adrian Martinez is creating a powerful series of 12 oil paintings that depict each hour of the Battle of Brandywine, fought on Sept. 11, 1777, writes Kim Andrews for County Lines Magazine. A classically trained painter known for blending technical precision with emotional depth, Martinez collaborates with longtime friend and history enthusiast Mark…
-
Villanova University VP Father DePrinzio Gets Papal Assignment in Rome
Villanova University’s Father DePrinzio has kept in touch with Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, since they met more than 20 years ago. Now, Villanova’s vice president of Campus Mission and Ministry has received a divine assignment to serve in Rome, writes Christie Illeto for 6abc. “Very humbling – it still hasn’t even quite sunk…
-
Parkside Firefighter, Hospitalized With West Nile, Sends Out a Warning
Take mosquito bites seriously, warns Sarah Haynes, a volunteer firefighter in Parkside who contracted West Nile Virus from an infected mosquito that bit her while she was landscaping in her garden. Haynes, who is also a borough councilwoman, ended up spending a week in the hospital, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Following the…
-
Philadelphia is Prime Destination This Fall for Arts
Philadelphia has emerged as the prime destination in the United States this fall for everything new, historic, and vibrant happening across the arts, writes Chadd Scott for Forbes. Calder Gardens will open Sept. 21 at 2100 Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Named after Philadelphia native and acclaimed sculptor Alexander Calder, the site blends art, culture, environmental awareness,…
-
Rustin High School Marching Band Dazzles with Artistic Field Show at 6abc
The Rustin High School Marching Band recently shone brightly at a performance outside the 6abc studio, reports Maggie Kent for 6abc. The band performed at the 6abc Action News Yard last Friday. The artistic performance was inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s painting Starry Night. The Rustin High School Marching Band serves as a competition band…
-
Bucks Children’s Museum Partners with Doylestown Hospital for New Exhibit
The Bucks County Children’s Museum in New Hope will be partnering with Penn Medicine Doylestown Health to launch an interactive hospital exhibit in December, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The exhibit will offer an engaging environment to teach children about health and wellness, aiming to demystify hospitals and instill the importance of health from…
-
Chadds Ford Township Debates Future of Former Wyeth Art Studio
The historic Chadds Ford home dubbed “Painter’s Folly,” formerly a Wyeth art studio, faces an unclear future, writes Pete Bannan for The Daily Local News. Chadds Ford Township currently owns the centuries-old structure. Leadership is weighing options moving forward, which might include selling the property. Painter’s Folly was built in the mid-nineteenth century by Samuel…
-
River Otters Seen in Bucks County Lake. Here’s Why This is a Good Thing
Photographer Kevin McGorry was recently taking pictures of local wildlife at Manor Lake in Falls Township when he spotted something surprising: two river otters, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. While this is certainly an exciting sight for any amateur wildlife photographer, it’s also a positive for the state. The American…
-
Former WCU Quarterback, Co-Pilot of United Flight 175 Left an Indelible Mark on the World
Twenty-three years after the terrorist attacks on 9/11, friends and family remember countless heroes who lost their lives on the tragic day, writes Megan Magensky for CBS 21. Among them was Michael Horrocks, a quarterback who captained the West Chester University football team in the early 1980s. Horrocks was the co-pilot of United Flight 175,…
-
Three Chester County Orchards Perfect for Apple Picking This Fall
Chester County residents can make the most of the fall season with a fun day of apple picking at a local orchard, write Lara Brzyski and Bailey King for Philadelphia. Here are three local spots offering apple picking and other family-friendly activities perfect for a fall day outdoors. Barnard’s Orchard—Kennett Square. This 4th generation apple…
-
Philly Water Recreation Advocates Push to Create More Access Points for Recreational Activities
Philadelphia has a number of advocates who envision turning Philadelphia into a city with among the most water-based recreation opportunities, writes Kyle Bagenstone for Delaware Currents. To get to that point, however, Philadelphia’s waterways would need to have less pollution and more boat launches. This would make various forms of water-based recreation more within reach…
-
Longwood Gardens Makes Impressive Show at Global Waterlily Competition
Longwood Gardens recently made a strong showing in the 2025 Waterlily Weigh-Off, with its giant water lily pad supporting an impressive 165 pounds, writes Erin Negley for Lancaster Online. While its waterlily weigh-in didn’t place in the top three, the Chester County garden’s contribution to the global event goes far beyond the scale. Longwood supplies…
-
Graffiti Pier’s Future Remains In Limbo More Than a Year After Improvement Plans Were Announced
The future of Graffiti Pier is no more clear now than it was a year ago when plans were announced to improve the Port Richmond pier, writes Steve Keeley for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Last year, it was announced that there would be a sale and transfer of the pier from Conrail to the Delaware River…
-
Study Finds MontCo Summers Are Stretching Weeks Longer
Summer is sticking around in Montgomery County, according to Kasha Patel and Naema Ahmed from the Washington Post. A new analysis shared with WaPo shows that the hottest days of the year are expanding well beyond the calendar definition of summer. Climatologist Brian Brettschneider compared U.S. weather data from 1965-1994 to 1995-2024. He found that…
-
Phoenixville’s Newest Small Business Brings Silliness and Art to Town
Silly Little Art Shop is bringing local artwork and specialty craft supplies to Phoenixville, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. The new small business on Main St. in downtown Phoenixville features supplies for paper crafts, fiber and textile arts, and fine art materials for drawing and painting. Silly Little also sells handmade artworks from embroidery…
-
Off the Beaten Path: Unpacking Some of Pennsylvania’s Curious Roadside Attractions
Nothing beats a summer road trip with windows down, music playing, and the open road stretching ahead. But no adventure is complete without those unexpected stops: silly, unique, and odd places that capture your imagination, causing you to pull over and explore. For American Adventures Month, we’re spotlighting charming, eccentric, and memorable roadside attractions in…
-
Plan a Perfect Day of Fall Fun at These Chester County Farms and Orchards
With fall arriving in just a few short weeks, apple picking is one of the best ways Chester County residents can spend a chilly day outdoors, write Regan Bradley, Anne E. Hill and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are four local orchards and farms offering apple picking and other family-friendly activities this autumn.…
Pioneer Partner
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
Community Partners
