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  • The Norwegian Jewel docked at the future home of the PhilaPort Cruise Terminal on April 16, 2026
    Tourism

    The Philadelphia Region Is Now an Easy Place to Catch a Cruise

    May 1, 2026

    No longer will local travelers have to haul themselves up to New York or down to Baltimore to catch a world-class cruise. The Norwegian Cruise…

  • Tom Peterson, CEO of Blackbird Health.
    Healthcare

    Chester County Leadership: Tom Peterson, CEO, Blackbird Health

    March 17, 2026

    Tom Peterson, CEO of Blackbird Health, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in New England, balancing athletics and academics as a competitive swimmer at…

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    Historic

    Before the Revolution Was Fought with Guns, Philadelphia’s Thomas Paine Sparked It with His Pen

    November 19, 2025

    Before the Revolution was fought with guns and bayonets, Thomas Paine fought it with words. Words that were sharper, louder, and more dangerous than any…

  • Philadelphia Map then and now.
    Historic

    How Philadelphia Became the Birthplace of American Independence

    November 13, 2025

    Why Philadelphia? When most people picture the American Revolution, they see muskets flashing in Boston, redcoats marching through New York, or Washington’s army crossing the…

  • Creed's Seafood.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Creed’s Seafood & Steaks Brings Coastal-Class Dining to King of Prussia

    November 5, 2025

    In a landscape dominated by chain restaurants and fast-casual dining, Creed’s Seafood & Steaks in King of Prussia stands apart, writes Claire Allard for Family…

  • Norwegian Cruise Line
    Philadelphia

    Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Extended Philadelphia Stay for Norwegian Pearl

    July 29, 2025

    Norwegian Cruise Line, which made its Philadelphia return in 2024, has announced that it is extending the Norwegian Pearl’s stay in the city, writes Emma…

  • Headshot of Carey Snow: She has light hair pulled back into a pony tail, wears glasses and a black shirt. She is facing the camera and smiling.
    Leadership Profiles

    2025 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Carey Snow

    May 2, 2025

    As the Senior Director of Culinary Operations and Workforce Development at the Chester County Food Bank, Carey Snow’s passion for food meets purpose every day.…

  • Collen Arnold.
    Leadership Profiles

    Chester County Leadership: Colleen Arnold, President, Aqua

    February 18, 2025

    Colleen Arnold, President of Aqua, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up as one of six children on Staten Island and discovering a passion for…

  • Norwegian Cruise Line
    Philadelphia

    Norwegian Cruise Line to Make Philadelphia Its New Homeport in 2026

    November 16, 2024

    In 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will become the first cruise line to sail from Philadelphia in years, writes Alison Fox for Travel + Leisure. That…

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    Transportation

    Norwegian Cruise Line Will Offer Trips from Philadelphia in 2026, Marking Return of Cruise Ships to the City

    July 25, 2024

    The Port of Philadelphia has announced it will commence its cruise operations in 2026 with the emergence of the Norwegian Cruise Line, writes Cherise Lynch…

  • musket being returned
    Museums

    Upper Merion Detective Aids in Revolutionary War Musket Return

    July 9, 2024

    A Revolutionary War-era musket that has been missing for 50 years has finally made its way back to Philadelphia with the help of Upper Merion…

  • A. Duie Pyle truck
    Commerce

    West Goshen-Based A. Duie Pyle Has Been Thriving a Full Century By Bucking Trends

    June 27, 2024

    Family-owned trucking company A. Duie Pyle, based in West Goshen, celebrated its 100th anniversary this spring, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The…

  • Widener University students stand in front of a New Hampshire Primary sign, proof that they got to experience the election first-hand.
    Government & Civic Life

    Widener Students Get First-Hand Access to New Hampshire Primary

    February 1, 2024

    The New Hampshire primary is known for being the first-in-the-nation primary election in presidential election years. As candidates flocked to the small New England state,…

  • Jennifer Carlson Executive Director at The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville
    Attractions & Leisure

    Chester County Leadership: Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director, The Colonial Theatre

    January 4, 2024

    Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a kid. To make friends, she…

  • 1330 Yellow Springs Rd
    Chester Springs, Residential Real Estate & Development

    First Bank House of the Week: Bali Yoga Resort Meets Classic Cedar-Shingled Home in Chester Springs 

    August 18, 2023

    A lovely contemporary home with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chester Springs for $1,799,000.  . . This…

  • Caroline Goggin
    Career Development

    West Chester Native Joins Action News Team at 6ABC

    July 8, 2023

    West Chester native Caroline Goggin, who currently works at WHDH in Boston, joined Action News at 6ABC as a reporter and anchor, writes Jeff Blumenthal…

  • Retail

    New England Siblings Bring Boutique to West Chester

    May 25, 2023

    A New England sibling duo is expanding a franchise to Chester County. The women-oriented fashion boutique Bobbles and Lace has nine brick-and-mortar stores, writes Bill Rettew…

  • Bryan Fenstermacher
    Economic Development

    Chester County Leadership: Bryan Fenstermaker, President and CEO, City Ave District

    April 27, 2023

    President and CEO of City Ave District, Bryan Fenstermaker crisscrossed the country several times before landing in the Philadelphia area. He grew up in Houston…

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