Schuylkill River
The Schuylkill River, stretching 135 miles through southeastern Pennsylvania, is a vital waterway with deep historical significance.
Originating near Pottsville, it winds through diverse landscapes before joining the Delaware River in Philadelphia. Once a key transportation route during the Industrial Revolution, the river facilitated the movement of coal and goods, though industrialization also brought significant pollution.
Today, after extensive restoration efforts, the Schuylkill River is cherished for its ecological and recreational value. It serves as a cultural landmark, hosting major rowing events and offering scenic trails, embodying both the region’s industrial heritage and its commitment to environmental stewardship.
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Explore VISTA Today’s archive of 30+ posts about the Schuylkill River.
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Pennsylvania American Water Unveils Site of New $123 Million Water Treatment Plant in East Vincent Township
Pennsylvania American Water and local officials held a groundbreaking ceremony and unveiled the name of a new water treatment plant in East Vincent Township that,…
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Laurel Hill Cemetery Is Home to Some of Pennsylvania’s Darker Stories
The spooky season is the perfect time to revisit some of the most mysterious and dark legends and myths of Pennsylvania. Kalena Thomhave highlights several…
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Racing Organization at French Creek Is a Year-Round Haven for Open-Water Swimmers
French Creek Racing, an open-water competitive organization, continues to change lives as a year-round haven for open-water swimmers, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. …
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PA Environmental Protection Secretary Richard Negrin Tours Once-Troubled Berks County Wastewater System
Pennsylvania American Water hosted Richard Negrin, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for a tour of its Exeter Wastewater Treatment Plant in…
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44-Acre Farm in East Nantmeal Township Permanently Preserved
Natural Lands has permanently preserved the 44-acre Aguilar farm in East Nantmeal Township, Chester County. The irrevocable conservation plan, created in collaboration with the property’s…
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USA Today: Tour Philadelphia’s Most Famous Historical Attractions on Two Wheels
Philadelphia offers visitors a way to enjoy its most famous historical attractions while also getting some physical activity on their bicycles, writes Sharon Nolan for…
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‘A Waterfall of Information’: Berwyn Native Leaves Lasting Impression in History Field
Berwyn native Joel T. Fry, who worked at Bartram’s Garden as a gardener, curator, and historian for three decades, died on March 21, aged 66,…
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VFTCB Reminds about Schuylkill River Greenways Grant Application Window for 2023 Restoration Fund
The Schuylkill River Greenways annually awards hundreds of thousands of dollars in grant money to private and government organizations that work to improve conditions in…
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William Penn Envisioned Nearby City as Birthplace of Our Nation
Friday marked the day 340 years ago when William Penn stepped onto the New World for the first time, in a place that would one…
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VISTA Escape: 20 Must-See Sites and Scenes to Fully Experience Valley Forge National Historical Park
Living in Chester County, one of the best gateways we have to the outdoors is Valley Forge National Historical Park. It’s practically in everyone’s backyards,…
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Wall Street Journal: Renowned Painting by Esteemed Local Artist Captures Moment of Ease on the Schuylkill River
“Max Schmitt in a Single Scull,” painted by Thomas Eakins in 1871, depicts a rower’s moment of ease on the Schuylkill River, writes John Wilmerding…
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Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation Awards Grants to 14 Nonprofits
The Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation – the charitable arm of Malvern Bank, National Association – has awarded 14 grants totaling $105,000 to nonprofits in its…
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Chester County Leadership: Jim McErlane
Jim McErlane, Senior Partner at Lamb McErlane PC, speaks with VISTA Today about growing up an only child in Malvern, attending Malvern Prep, then Villanova…
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Map Tracks Development Boom on Banks of Schuylkill River
There have been a lot of changes along the Schuylkill River in recent years, with a quiet development boom bringing a variety of projects, writes…
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Chester County Briefly: October 6
Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry Join the CCCBI’s Women Influencing Business committee for an evening of wine, networking, and collaboration. The event is…
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FROM MONTCO: Historic Boathouse Row to be Recreated at Plymouth Meeting’s Legoland
The upcoming Legoland Discover Center in the Plymouth Meeting Mall will be bringing a piece of historic Philadelphia to Montgomery County made entirely out of…
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Chester County Leadership: Rick Miller, President and Creative Director at Northlight Advertising
Rick Miller recently sat down with VISTA Today to discuss his 25 years in advertising, most of which has been as owner and creative director…
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Bike Riders Celebrate Opening of Valley Forge’s New Sullivan’s Bridge
The rubber tread of both bicycle tires and shoe soles broke in the brand new Sullivan’s Bridge Friday morning during a ribbon-cutting ceremony that celebrated…
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