Chester County Press
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Half-Century After His First Flying Lesson on a Makeshift Runway in Oxford, Landenberg Native’s Spotless Aviation Career Rewarded
Landenberg native William “Bill” Stuefer has been honored with the prestigious Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award from the Federal Aviation Administration for his spotless, 55-year…
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After Hiatus from Work, Kennett Square Artist Rediscovers Her Inspiration Amidst Pandemic
While the pandemic dimmed the colors in her life for a while, Kennett Square artist Catherine “Cat” Stenta has managed to reclaim her inspiration and…
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Kennett Teen Recognized by Gov. Wolf, Time Magazine for Her Work During Pandemic
Kennett High School sophomore Isabella Hanson spent her lockdown changing the world, which has earned her a special commendation from Gov. Tom Wolf and a…
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Eighth-Grader in Avon Grove Takes to Skies in Glider Plane
Lincoln University resident Lars Trone, an eighth-grader at Fred S. Engle Middle School in the Avon Grove School District, gave himself a special present for…
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Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Mulls Return to All-Virtual Learning
Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District is considering a return to all-virtual learning by Nov. 16, writes Steven Hoffman…
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Oxford Resident, Amateur Filmmaker Documents His EVP Experience in New Film
Oxford resident and amateur filmmaker Gary Arnold has documented his experience with Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP) in his new film, Subterranean Séance: The Evidence Speaks,…
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Did the Mysterious Ticking Tomb Near Landenberg Inspire an Edgar Allan Poe Short Story?
The ticking tomb near Landenberg, a mysterious grave that is one of the most famous and enduring local legends, is an ideal place to visit…
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Community Gathers for Prayer Ride to Support Oxford Man Courageously Battling Cancer
Members of the Oxford community recently gathered to support and honor one of its own with a prayer parade, writes Steven Hoffman for the Chester…
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Barber Shop in West Grove Begins New Chapter in Its 61-Year History
Ruffini’s Barber Shop has been a West Grove staple for decades, since Domenico Ruffini first opened its doors in 1959, writes Steven Hoffman for the…
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New Owner of Historic Middleton House in Landenberg ‘Brings Her Back to Life’
The historic Middleton House in Landenberg has gotten a new lease on life by finding a new owner before an 18-month window of time provided…
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Kennett Square Mother Publishes Book of Letters to Her Deceased Daughter
Kennett Square resident Joann Pfeifer, whose daughter Jessica Leigh Pfeifer died eight years ago from suicide at the age of 21, has published a book…
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50 Years After a Coin Flip Landed Him in Oxford, Barber Celebrates His ‘Meant to Be’ Shop
Bill Bilger is celebrating 50 years of providing good haircuts and friendly conversation at William Bilger Barber Shop in Oxford, writes Steven Hoffman for the…
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Kennett Township Resident Turning His Property into Sanctuary for Native Plants, Trees
Michael Guttman – a longtime advocate of open-space preservation, community-based land stewardship, and environmental sustainability – is turning his 4.5-acre property in Kennett Township into…
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New Literary Anthology Offers Personal Essays, Memoirs Written by Local Women
A new literary anthology, Braving Veracity, features personal essays and memoirs written by eight women from Chester County and the Brandywine Valley, writes Richard Gaw…
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After Doing Hair for 40 Years, Avondale Salon Owner Still Loves Making Others Feel Good About Themselves
Linda’s Hair Techniques in Avondale and its owner, Linda Deeney, are celebrating three decades of helping people feel good about how they look, writes Steven…
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Kennett Square’s First Parklet Adds More Outdoor Space for Recreation, Dining
Kennett Square’s first-ever parklet, built and recently unveiled by Historic Kennett Square, with help from community volunteers, provides accessible outside dining for customers of several…
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As Cornhole Grows in Popularity, New League in Oxford Offers Locals a Chance to Join the Fun
The recently formed Oxford Cornhole League is offering an opportunity for locals to enjoy a sport that is rapidly growing in popularity, writes Steven Hoffman…
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Malvern Couple Who Put Their Lives on Hold to Walk Appalachian Trail Nearing End of Journey
A local couple, who put their entire lives on hold in March to walk the Appalachian Trail, are nearing the end of their 2,193-mile journey,…
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