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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Coatesville Implements Citywide Health Curfew
The City of Coatesville has implemented proactive emergency management measures in the form of a daily curfew, from 8 PM to 6 AM, to address…
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Fundraiser Started by Coatesville Native Feeds Thousands of Healthcare Workers
A GoFundMe fundraiser started by Gary Shumate, a Coatesville High School graduate, has surpassed its goal many times over and has so far helped feed…
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Coatesville Among Many Places Nationwide Where Victory Gardens Are Making a Comeback
Victory Gardens – a concept that dates back to World War I – are making a comeback in Coatesville and other places across the country,…
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Coatesville-Made Cheese Among 20 Finalists from 3,667 Entries at World Championship of Cheese
St. Malachi Reserve made by The Farm at Doe Run in Coatesville was among the 20 finalists at the World Championship Cheese Contest held last…
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Despite Living in Small Town in South Carolina, This Coatesville Native Still Feels Connection to Joe Biden
Despite living in Scranton, S.C., a town with a population of 827, Richard Welsh still feels a connection with Joe Biden due to his Coatesville…
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Coatesville’s First Craft Brewery Ready to Open Its Doors Next Month
Coatesville’s first craft brewery, Animated Brewing, owned by friends Steve Orsborn and Jared Castaldi, is ready to officially open its doors next month, writes Virginia…
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Second Contract for Presidential Helicopters to Keep Sikorsky Plant in Coatesville Busy
Sikorsky has been awarded a second contract to build six more Presidential Helicopters with more than a third of the work assigned to the Coatesville…
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After More Than Seven Decades, Coatesville Flower Shop Still Going Strong
After more than seven decades in business, the Coatesville Flower Shop is still going strong, writes Greg DePedro for Western Chester County Life. The shop…
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Committed to Clemson for Baseball, Three-Sport Star at Malvern Prep May Be Having Change of Heart
Lonnie White Jr., a junior at Malvern Prep and three-sport star, continues to receive scholarship offers to play football in college despite having already verbally…
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Coatesville Resident, Bucknell-Bound Senior at Malvern Prep Breaks 21-Year-Old Basketball Record
Malvern Prep senior and Coatesville resident Kieves “Deuce” Turner recently became the Inter-Academic League’s all-time leading scorer, eclipsing the previous record of 2,068 career points,…
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New Owners Have Big Plans for Stargazers Vineyard in Coatesville
Michael Vorauer and Jason Kirkpatrick, the new owners of Stargazers Vineyard & Winery in Coatesville, have big plans for their new property, writes Paul Vigna…
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Chester County Leadership: Glenda & Joseph (Skip) Brion
Joseph (Skip) Brion, the Chairman of Buckley Brion McGuire & Morris LLP and the former Chairman of the Chester County Republican Committee, and his wife…
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Despite Rocky Start, Journalist Bonds with Coatesville-Born Grandson of Triple Crown Winner
Not even a concussion and five broken ribs prevented one journalist from bonding with Brahma Fear, a Chester County-raised grandson of Triple Crown winner Secretariat,…
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Unique Music Program That Has Contributed to Coatesville’s Renaissance in Need of Donations
By Brenden Curry Lisa Wolfe is a music teacher who hopes to continue her mission of bringing music into the lives of Coatesville residents. However,…
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Pipeline Is a Lifeline for Many Communities, Small Businesses Along the Mariner East Footprint
For many communities and small businesses along the Mariner East footprint, Energy Transfer’s investment is far more than just a pipeline — it’s a lifeline.…
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Father and Son Enjoying Final Days Together as Coatesville’s Football Coach and Quarterback
Matt and Ricky Ortega are making the most of their final football games together as the coach and quarterback at Coatesville High School, writes Phil…
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Pair of Bishop Shanahan Grads Among WCU’s Seven All-Conference Field Hockey Honorees
For the second straight year, West Chester University claimed seven spots on the three All-PSAC (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference) field hockey teams. Furthermore, the Golden…
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Kennett Man Opines in Washington Post: Chester County Suffers at Hands of Chinese Mercantilism
The decades of liberalized trade with China are bringing heavy consequences for Americans that are being felt throughout the nation, opines John A. Burtka IV…
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