Coatesville
Nestled in the hills of western Chester County 40 miles west of Philadelphia, Coatesville is a city with a rich past and a promising future.
Known for its industrial heritage, it’s a melting pot of cultures. From the historical Lukens Steel Company to modern redevelopment plans, Coatesville’s story is ever-evolving.
Explore our archive of nearly 600 stories about Coatesville’s residents, schools, and businesses below:
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Set Yourself Up for Success in 2025 with Chester County OIC’s February, March Trainings
Looking to jumpstart your career or gain new skills? Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (Chester County OIC) has an exciting lineup of training sessions, job…
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Coatesville Mourns Dedicated High School Football Coach
Former Coatesville High School football coach Al Black has passed away at age 88, writes Pete Digiovanni for The Daily Local News. Black passed away…
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Coatesville Names Peter Huf as New City Fire Chief
The City of Coatesville has appointed Peter Huf as the city’s new Fire Chief. After a detailed vetting process conducted by an advisory group comprising…
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VISTA Today’s Editor Shares His Remembrances of the Late Kobe Bryant
Publisher’s Note: Remembering Kobe Bryant—Lower Merion’s own and a Lakers legend—who, along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others, tragically lost his life five…
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Coatesville Chef Puts Personal Spin on Pennsylvania Dutch Stew
The classic Pennsylvania Dutch stew Schnitz un Knepp, once seen as a symbol of poverty, has evolved into a point of regional pride, writes Kara…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Historic Farmhouse in Coatesville
A gorgeous farmhouse set on 5.12 acres with five bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Coatesville. . .…
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West Chester Nonprofit Empowering Youth to Pursue Careers in STEM
West Chester-based Young Men and Women in Charge empowers young people to build careers in science, technology, engineering, and math fields, writes Jane M. Von…
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Chester County OIC Launches Work Enclave Program in West Chester
The Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (CCOIC) recently launched the first-ever Work Enclave program in West Chester at the Charles A. Melton Center. The program, which…
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Chester County Awards $450,000 for New Senior Center Campus in Downingtown
Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe presented a major holiday gift last week to hundreds of seniors hoping for a permanent…
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ChesPenn Health Services Announces Transition Plan for Coatesville Location
ChesPenn Health Services, a Federally Qualified Community Health Center serving the Coatesville community since 2007, is preparing for a transition in services following the conclusion…
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Brandywine Valley Water Garden Tour Raises $28,300 for CCFB
Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) has received a generous $28,300 donation from the Brandywine Valley Water Garden Tour. Now in its 21st year, the Brandywine…
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Coatesville Entrepreneur Wins Coveted Spot to Compete at Global Summit in India
A Coatesville tech innovation is headed for competition on a global stage. Susan Springsteen, CEO and Co-Founder of Coatesville-based H2O Connected, impressed the judges in…
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Holiday Shopping with Purpose: Discover Treasures at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore
With the season of giving and celebrating just around the corner, you are likely writing up shopping and gift lists. While the world of online…
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Coatesville’s 2nd Annual ACE Forum Highlights Community Growth
Earlier this month, over one hundred Coatesville community members convened for the second Annual Coatesville-area Economic (ACE) Forum, writes Monica Ferguson for 19320 GO! The…
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Coatesville Train Station Construction Remains on Schedule, with Hopes for Starting Service Next Year
Construction of the $70 million Coatesville Train Station remains on schedule and set to start service in about a year, writes Bill Rettew for The…
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Chester County’s Largest Hometown Parade, Coatesville Christmas Parade, Returns December 7
Chester County’s largest hometown parade, the Coatesville Christmas Parade, takes center stage down the historic Lincoln Highway, on Dec. 7, 2024, at 10 AM. This…













































