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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Steel from World Trade Center Stands at National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum in Coatesville
The National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum in Coatesville has erected a steel trident from the World Trade Center as part of its 21st annual…
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‘Taking a Second Look’ at What Coatesville Has to Offer: City’s Latest Development Deal Announced
The latest deal in a string of development projects underway in the City of Coatesville has been announced. Located on the corner of Third Avenue…
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Small Business Owners in Coatesville Have Chance to Showcase Products, Services in Newest Project
The Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance has announced that it will create a small business incubator at 228 East Lincoln Highway, where the former Coatesville Army-Navy…
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Daughters of the American Revolution Honor Coatesville’s 19th Century Woman CEO
Rebecca Pennock Lukens, of the Lukens Steel Corporation, has been posthumously honored as Outstanding Woman in American History by the Daughters of the American Revolution,…
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Coatesville Free Agent Linebacker Used to Call His Mentor Uncle Todd, Now Adapts to Calling Him Coach Bowles
Since signing as an undrafted free agent linebacker with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Coatesville’s Jordan Young has been trying to not call his mentor Uncle…
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Need Historic Location Ideas for Your Wedding? There’s Four in Chester County
If you’re searching for unique, historic location ideas to plan your wedding, Chester County is home to four of the most romantic sites to set…
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Nearly Year After Hurricane Ida, Coatesville Still Waiting on Federal Disaster Funds
Despite the devastation hurricane Ida caused last year, Coatesville is still waiting on the federal disaster funds it needs to replace its century-old stormwater infrastructure,…
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Newlin Township Home Averts Train Derailment by Mere Feet
Almost like a scene from a movie, the home of Newlin Township resident Trudie Powell missed a near devastating accident when a train heading towards…
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CCEDC Kicks Off Grand Opening of 190 West Business Center in Coatesville
More than 100 people gathered Thursday for a celebration of National Black Business Month and the grand opening of 190 West Business Resource Center in…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Attractive Traditional on 182 Fantastic Acres in Coatesville
A traditional home on more than 182 fantastic acres with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Coatesville. .…
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Planned Sports and Event Facility Poised to Put Coatesville Back on the Map
IDG Development is set to build a new $50 million facility in Coatesville called the National Sports and Events Center, which officials are hoping will…
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The Alliance for Health Equity Releases More than $600,000 to Support Local Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizations
The Alliance for Health Equity has released $620,000 in support over two years to eight registered 501(c)3 grassroots and nonprofit partnerships, equaling 18 organizations as…
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Community Leaders Support Coatesville Revitalization Which Would Bring New Jobs, Economic Opportunities
Millions of dollars in state funding will help pave the way for construction of a $65 million mixed-use commercial and entertainment development project in Coatesville,…
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New State Budget Steers Additional $225 Million to Pa.’s Poorest School Districts, Including Coatesville, Oxford
The new state budget adds $525 million to education funding for K-12 public schools statewide, along with an additional $225 million to the poorest 100…
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The Alliance for Health Equity Bids Farewell to CEO Vanessa Briggs
Vanessa Briggs has resigned as President and CEO of The Alliance for Health Equity, after five years in the role. Her last day with The…
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Events Announced for Sixth Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix
Plans have been unveiled for the Sixth Annual Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix on Saturday, Sept. 17, with special events scheduled for Thursday and Friday…
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History Meets Future as nth Innovation Center Opens in Coatesville
More than 100 people gathered Tuesday for the official opening of the nth Innovation Center at an early 20th-century building that once embodied the heart…
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Coatesville Native to Be Inducted into College Basketball Hall of Fame
Coatesville native Richard “Rip” Hamilton, who starred collegiately at the University of Connecticut from 1996-99, will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of…
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