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Oxford Native Stuns with 4-Chair Turn on This Season of ‘The Voice’
A Chester County native recently auditioned for The Voice, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Voice is one of the biggest singing competitions on television, featuring four teams led by musical icons who mentor the contestants as they journey through the rounds of competition. Gabrielle Zabosky, from Oxford, impressed the four judges during…
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One of the Greatest Composers of the 20th Century Has Roots in West Chester
West Chester was home to Samuel Barber, who is considered by many to be the greatest musical composer of the 20th century, writes Malcolm Johnstone for County Lines Magazine. You will see several nods to the composer around downtown, marking his childhood homes. When Barber was 7 years old, he wrote his first original music…
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Phoenixville’s Bluebird Distilling Launches Two New Coffee Liqueurs in Time for Fall
Bluebird Distilling, a Phoenixville-based distillery, is launching two new liqueurs, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The two new coffee-based liqueurs came from the distillery’s cafe and cocktail bar brand, Char & Stave. On Sept. 29, the distillery unveiled the Char & Stave Coffee Liqueur and the Char & Stave Café Liqueur, both…
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Phoenixville Becomes a Recently Designated ‘Bird Town’
Phoenixville has become an official “Bird Town,” writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The Bird Town program is an idea that came out of the National Audubon Society and recognizes municipalities for their commitment to conservation and avian stewardship. Besides Phoenixville, there are 68 other municipalities in Pennsylvania that are gaining Bird Town status. “Birds are…
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Chester County Town Named One of the Best Places to Retire by Travel + Leisure
West Chester has been listed as one of the best places to retire in Pennsylvania, writes Katie Seemann for Travel + Leisure. For many, choosing where to retire to can be a difficult choice. Between housing cost, healthcare options, weather, and social activities, there is a lot to consider. The town has much to offer…
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11th Annual Devon Fall Classic In Full Swing Throughout This Weekend
The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair has returned for its 11th Annual Devon Fall Classic, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The event is held from Sept. 12 to Sept. 15, ensuring four days of excitement, where the nation’s top show-jumping athletes will compete in the Dixon Oval. The $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome…
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Best Chester County Restaurants to Catch the Game This Football Season
With football season starting, there are plenty of eateries in Chester County where you can enjoy delicious fare and the big game, writes Ben Silver and Regan Bradley for Main Line Today. Iron Hill, with locations in Exton, Phoenixville, and West Chester, celebrates the Eagles with limited-edition brews, such as the Philly Phavorite IPA. The…
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Longwood Gardens Gets Ready for Wine & Jazz Festival Next Weekend
On Sept. 13 and 14, Longwood Gardens will host the annual Wine & Jazz Festival, writes Michaela Althouse for Philly Voice. On Friday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 PM, the Kennett Square horticultural center will host the Wine & Jazz All-Stars, featuring artists from the Open Air Theatre. On Saturday, September 14 from 2-9 p.m., festival…
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Eight Great Danes Rescued from Florida Breeding Operation and Transported to Brandywine Valley SPCA
Recently, several Great Danes have been rescued from a breeding operation in Union County, Florida and placed with the Brandywine Valley SPCA, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Brandywine Valley SPCA announced that 120 dogs and puppies, mostly Great Danes, had been seized from the Florida property. Eight of those dogs were transported…
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Plan Your Romantic Weekend Getaway at Longwood Gardens
If you are looking for a romantic getaway, look no further than Chester County’s very own Longwood Gardens, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. There are plenty of opportunities across Pennsylvania for a weekend trip filled with romance, but you don’t have to travel very far if you choose to center your trip around Longwood…
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Bierhaul Townhouse Takes on Tavern Scene in West Chester, Supplying Delicious Bites and Stellar Brews
Less than two years after finding success in Thornton with Bierhaul Farmhouse, James Mullally and Loïc Barnieu are taking on the tavern scene in West Chester with Bierhaul Townhouse, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. “I had the Bierhaul name, idea, and vibe in mind for a long time,” Mullally said. “To be fortunate…
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Two Cheeses From Nearby Farm Listed as Highest Quality Cheeses in America
The Farm at Doe Run in Unionville, Chester County has two cheeses that made the ‘15 Highest Quality Cheeses in America’ List, writes Minal Zaheer for Insider Monkey. The Farm at Doe Run, is an award-winning creamery that sets its focus on simple, sustainable farming. Their cows, goats, and sheep are raised humanely on the…
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GK Elite Designs and Outfits the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team for Paris Olympics
GK Elite, a company located right above Chester County in Reading, is responsible for outfitting the U.S. women’s gymnastics team for the 2024 Paris Olympics, reports Christie Ileto for 6ABC. GK Elite has been making gymnastics leotards and apparel for decades, but this is the first time they have unveiled the leotards before the competition.…
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Vote on the Winning Potato Chip Flavor of This Year’s Herr’s Flavored By Philly Competition
Nottingham-based Herr’s has come out with a new trio of Philly-inspired chip flavors for the public to vote on, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn at WHYY. The public was asked to suggest potato chip flavors based on their favorite restaurant dish for a chance to win $5,000, a year’s supply of chips, and $10,000…
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Satisfy Your Cravings with Healthy Dining Options at CraveWell Cafe in Malvern, Collegeville
CraveWell Cafe is a quick-service, healthy restaurant in Malvern, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. After suffering a stroke in 2016, Deb Manchester decided she wanted to open a restaurant that focused on health and nutrition. “My favorite salad is the Apple Pecan, and my favorite sandwich is the garlic chicken,” said Manchester. The…
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Blobfest Uplifts Small Businesses in Phoenixville
After 25 years, Blobfest in Phoenixville has become a staple event in the community, writes Virginia Lindak for The Daily Local News. The festival draws in thousands of people to pay homage to the 1958 film The Blob, which was filmed in Chester County. This year’s festival runs from Friday, July 12 to Sunday, July…
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Longwood Gardens Named Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in the World
Longwood Gardens has been named the most beautiful botanical garden in the world, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. In June, the United Kingdom’s Titan Travel released its much-anticipated study, researching the world’s most stunning flower gardens. To gain an accurate representation of visitors’ favorites, the team scoured social media platforms, such as TikTok…
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Father-Son Entrepreneurs in Downingtown Create Customized Cleats for MLB Players
Phillies players Bryson Stott and Orion Kerkering wore custom cleats in the London Classic Series made by a father-son duo in Downingtown, writes Santiago Ortiz for Billy Penn at WHYY. Ryan Stevens started customizing baseball cleats in high school. When the hobby became a business, Nxt Level Customs, in 2020 Stevens was a college student…
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