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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Chester County Leadership: Nicholas Torres, Interim CEO and President, The Alliance for Health Equity
Nicholas (Nick) Torres, interim CEO and President of The Alliance for Health Equity, spoke to VISTA Today about growing up in New Mexico, his many…
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2023 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Rachel Lindeman
Rachel Lindeman, who grew up in western New York, near Buffalo, is a Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager at WSFS Bank. “I currently manage a…
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Coatesville-Based Startup to Participate in Business Accelerator
Coatesville-based H20 Connected is one of two Philadelphia area startups participating in a new accelerator. The Maryland-based accelerator made its debut this week and aims…
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2023 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Rachel Cathell
Wilmington native Rachel Cathell is the Executive Director of the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce, where she connects, educates, and grows the economic landscape…
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The Alliance for Health Equity Launches Equity Health Center to Address Wellness Access in Greater Coatesville
In response to the 2022 Brandywine Hospital Closure, leaders from the community and in nearly 20 local and county organizations convened to develop long-term equitable…
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Former Helicopter Plant in Coatesville Sells to Delco-based Company
A tale of two aircraft companies dates to the thirties and forties when two prominent innovators revolutionized the helicopter. Igor Sikorsky developed the first successful…
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2023 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Xavia McCollum
Coatesville High School graduate Xavia McCollum is the owner of Space by Styled, an intimate, loft-style venue in Downingtown that is available to rent for…
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West Chester Clinician Overcomes Immense Tragedies to Help Others
West Chester clinician Princess Hill’s life was far from royalty. The 28-year-old has endured immense tragedies that would be seen as insurmountable to the average…
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The Alliance for Health Equity Awards $200,000 to Local Nonprofits
The Alliance for Health Equity has awarded $200,000 collected over two years to ten local nonprofit recipients of the 2023 Well Being Fund. This fund…
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Coatesville Native Takes Star Turn in Leading Michigan State to NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16
Coatesville native A.J. Hoggard has made his way from being a star at Archbishop Carroll High School to playing in the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16…
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Construction Underway for Coatesville’s New Train Station
A new state-of-the-art, ADA-compliant train station is underway in Coatesville. The $65 million station is set to be completed by late 2025. Some construction at…
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VISTA Careers — Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater…
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Chester County Library Partners with Local Author to Present Three Book Talks
Chester County Library is partnering with author Bruce E. Mowday to present three talks on his county history books during 2023. “I’m so pleased that…
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Friends Associations’ Team Members obtain CRS Certification
Two team members from the Friends Association for Care and Protection of Children have been recognized for completing coursework to become Certified Recovery Specialists (CRS).…
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2023 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Jason Sheehan
Coatesville High School graduate Jason Sheehan is the Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate at Meridian Bank, where he enjoys the long-standing relationships he…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Outdoor Pool Memberships Free for Members
YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering free outdoor pool memberships to current members or anyone who joins before this Friday, March 31. Outdoor pools are available at the Brandywine YMCA in Coatesville, Jennersville YMCA in West…
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Balance in Life Is Key for Founder of Downingtown Health Center and Cancer Survivor
Arianne Missimer, a cancer survivor and founder of Downingtown’s Movement Paradigm Integrative Health Center, knows a lot about wellness, writes Kim Douglas for the Main…
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2023 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Catie Hargraves
Coatesville High School graduate Catie Hargraves is the Director of Food Access and Education at the Chester County Food Bank, the Exton-based nonprofit that annually…
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