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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Neglected African-American Cemetery in Kennett Township to Finally Receive Historical Recognition
A forgotten African-American cemetery in Kennett Township will finally receive historical recognition, thanks to a pair of new statewide programs, writes Kristin Holmes for the…
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Meridian Bank Pledges $250,000 to Assist Habitat for Humanity’s Improvement Projects in Coatesville
Habitat for Humanity of Chester County will be able to provide more affordable homes thanks to the expansion of Pennsylvania’s Neighborhood Assistance Program, writes Michaelle…
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Chester County Briefly: October 26
Gawthrop Greenwood Two attorneys, Robert C. Jefferson IV and Kari Springer, have joined the firm. Jefferson is an associate attorney practicing in municipal government law,…
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Chester County Food Bank’s New Partnership ‘Brings Its Mission Full Circle’
The Coatesville Youth Initiative and Chester County Food Bank have announced a new partnership to better meet the needs of the greater Coatesville community. The…
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Video Tells the Story Behind the World Trade Center Tridents Returning Home to Coatesville
When the World Trade Center was attacked on Sept. 11, 2001, the base structures of the towers, also known as tridents or trees, were left…
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Gawthrop Greenwood Appointed Solicitor of City of Coatesville
Gawthrop Greenwood has been appointed solicitor of the City of Coatesville. “Municipalities across our region are facing challenges as they navigate population and business growth,…
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AncestryDNA Helps Long Island Man Connect with His Half-Siblings in Chester County
After giving up hope that he would ever find his birth family, Stanley Borushik – a resident of Planview, N.Y. – tracked down his half-siblings…
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Coatesville Flower Shop Owners to Give Away 10,000 Roses in Daughter’s Memory on Thursday
On Thursday, Aug. 23, Greg and Dorrie DePedro, the proprietors of the Coatesville Flower Shop, will once again give away approximately 10,000 roses in honor…
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CCCBI to Honor State Rep. Harry Lewis as Its 2018 Citizen of the Year
The Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry will present State Rep. Harry Lewis, who will retire at the end of this session, with its…
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Chester County Intermediate Unit Graduates More Than 900 Students
More than 900 students from across Chester County graduated from the Child and Career Development Center (CCDC), Communities Helping Adolescents with Autism Make Progress Program…
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Letter to the Editor: Brandywine Health Foundation Says Thank You
Dear Editor: On behalf of the staff and Board of Directors of the Brandywine Health Foundation, “THANK YOU” to our entire community for your support…
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Bishop Shanahan Alum, Former WCU Athletics Director Selected for National Hall of Fame
The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) have announced its 2018 Hall of Fame class, and it includes Dr. Ed Matejkovic, West Chester…
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Don’t Miss Out on the Social Event of the Year; Tickets Still Available for Wednesday’s Garden Party
The social event of the year in Chester County happens this week, as the Brandywine Health Foundation’s 16th Annual Garden Party will take place Wednesday…
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Chester County Briefly: May 11
DNB First Sonia Huntzinger, an economic and community development professional who currently serves as an administrator for the City of Coatesville, has been appointed to…
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Legacy, Partnership Celebrated at Rededication Ceremony of CCIU’s Stanley K. Landis Building
Standing at the podium during the recent rededication ceremony of the Stanley K. Landis Building in Coatesville, Chester County Intermediate Unit Board President Bonnie Wolff…
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Coatesville Woman Honored at Chester County Single Mothers’ Conference
The Chester County Single Mothers’ Conference sponsored by Benchmark Federal Credit Union has honored a working single mom who has overcome adversity and is active…
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Chester County Leadership: Fred Henrich
Fred Henrich, President & CEO of Coatesville Savings Bank, speaks to COATESVILLE Today about growing up in Reading within walking distance of First Energy Stadium…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine to Host Team Pennsylvania as It Prepares for Special Olympics USA
A few branches of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine will host training camps this weekend for the athletes representing Team Pennsylvania in the 2018 Special…
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