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Chester County Unveils Initiative for Mental Health Support and Housing Solutions
Chester County recently unveiled its Human Needs Network, aimed at combating a mental health pandemic, housing crisis, food insecurity, and more, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY. With this new initiative, Pennsylvania’s wealthiest county is placing counselors on the line as well as specialists on the streets to be able to reach people where they…
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Coatesville Resident Running Through Life Despite Vision Loss Alongside Her Guide Dog
At 28 years old, Coatesville resident Cindy Lou Altman was diagnosed with a genetic eye disease that causes progressive vision loss. At 55, she has run over fifteen 5k races with the support of her husband and a guide dog, writes Raquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. Altman began volunteering with the nonprofit Guiding Eyes for…
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Stroud Water Research Center in Avondale is Pioneering Watershed Health
Stroud Water Research Center in Avondale has been performing cutting-edge research for decades on what helps our water streams stay clean and life-giving, writes Joan Holliday for The Daily Local News. The center is promoting its knowledge and stewardship through international research, education, and watershed restoration efforts. Earlier this month, Development Director of Stroud Water…
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Six Bucks County Places Make List of Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is home to six towns that are among the top 30 places with the most expensive homes in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released ranking by Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used data from Zillow. Places are ranked based on the Zillow Home Values Index for all homes as of July 2024.…
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Four Chesco Public High Schools Among Seven Top-Rated in Region
Four Chester County public high schools are among the seven top-rated in the Main Line region, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. Downingtown STEM Academy ranked first in the region and second in Pennsylvania. It is an International Baccalaureate World School, where students follow rigorous academic and personal standards. “Downingtown STEM students bring…
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Feasterville Plaza Sells for $18.5 Millon, Eight Percent Less Than Last Time it Traded in 2011
An entity owned by Nandish Patel, founder of Langhorne’s Phoenix Nexus Enterprises, recently bought Feasterville Plaza for $18.5 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The sale price for the 110,000-square-foot shopping center in Feasterville was 8 percent lower than the last time the property traded hands in 2011. The property was previously…
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Send in the Birds: Eliminating Pennsylvania’s Spotted Lanternflies Through Avian Assistance
The ways to get rid of spotted lanternflies over the past few years have been to step, squish, and squash them. But as the battle against the bugs becomes too steep, some researchers say that getting native birds to eat these invasive pests is key, writes Dino Grandoni for The Washington Post. Since the lanternflies…
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Wave Goodbye to Summer at This Sunflower Patch in Downingtown
Gunther Sunflower Field in Downingtown is the perfect hidden attraction to view some wonderful sunflowers during the late summer and early fall months. Take a trip soon to see these yellow blooms and wave goodbye to summer before they’re gone too, writes Franki Rudnesky for Philly Voice. Located at 158 Park Road, the field was…
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Bike the Brandywine Event Pedals Up Fast Later This Month
The sixth edition of the Brandywine Conservancy’s popular Bike the Brandywine event is slated to return on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Cyclists can choose between three scenic route options that travel along some of the most picturesque roads in the Brandywine Creek Greenway and the surrounding Chester County countryside. Proceeds from the ride benefit the…
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Malvern Gets First of Its Kind Medical Procedure at Veterinary Hospital
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Malvern is the world’s first veterinary clinic to use the CyberKnife, a robotic system for non-invasive radiation therapy, writes Caitlin McCafferty for dvm360. The CyberKnife, which may have a slightly intimidating name, treats both cancerous and non-cancerous tumors with high precision. It offers a faster treatment option and reduces the number…
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Forbes: Lincoln University Remembers Rich History, Looks Toward the Future
Lincoln University used the opportunity during its Founder’s Day earlier this year to showcase both its rich history and future aspirations, writes Marybeth Gasman for Forbes. The nation’s first degree granting HBCU celebrated its 170th anniversary on April 29. “At Lincoln, we are committed to shaping a future anchored in innovation, sustainability, and community engagement,”…
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Phoenixville’s Project Libertad Helps Newly Arrived Immigrant Youth Beyond Courtroom
Phoenixville-based Project Libertad provides newly arrived immigrant children with both legal help and hope, writes Laura Klairmont for CNN. Started by immigration lawyer Rachel Rutter in 2015, the nonprofit provides immigrant youth with free legal representation along with essential and social services and newcomer support programs. Rutter decided to start the organization after realizing that…
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Plans to Build New Wawa at Parkway Center in West Goshen Clear Major Hurdle
Plans to build a new Wawa Market at Parkway Shopping Center in West Goshen have just passed a significant hurdle, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Board of Supervisors Chair Ashley Gagne said in a prepared statement that the township will “entertain settlement negotiations” with the owner of the property, on Wawa’s behalf,…
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Local Family Steps Up, Files Title IX Complaint Against Phoenixville Area School District
A Phoenixville family recently filed a complaint against the Phoenixville Area School District citing alleged disparities between the boys’ and girls’ teams, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kenzie Padilla, an all-American swimmer headed to Harvard, observed many discrepancies in the district’s treatment of boys’ and girls’ sports. When her cross-country team won the…
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Battle Over Kroger-Albertsons Merger: What It Means for Malvern’s Acme
The Acme supermarket chain, headquartered in Malvern, could be looking at some changes if the government does not manage to prevent the Kroger-Albertsons merger, one of the biggest supermarket mergers in the nation’s history, writes Conner Barkon for KYW Newsradio. The Federal Trade Commission is attempting to block the proposed merger of grocery chains Kroger…
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A Montgomery County Trail Was Crowned Pennsylvania’s Most Beautiful Trail
The Schuylkill River Trail, which runs through Montgomery County, took the top spot among 16 trails in Pennsylvania that Visit PA claims will leave you breathless, writes Greg Williams for The Sentinel. “When is the best time for happy travelers to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Pennsylvania?” asked the publication. “It’s a simple…
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First Bank House of the Week: Extraordinary Contemporary in Merion Station
An extraordinary contemporary home on 1.48 acres with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Merion Station. This stunning custom-built residence offers a luxurious and inviting atmosphere. Hardwood flooring, the Pella windows, and soaring ceilings are among its amazing details. . . Highlights include an elegant entrance foyer, a…
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How Main Liner Payal Rajasekaran is Redefining South Asian Jewelry for Everyday Wear
Payal Rajasekaran, founder of Modern Devi Designs on the Main Line, blends South Asian traditional jewelry with minimalist, everyday wear, writes Kaitlyn McCullough for Main Line Today. Inspired by her heritage and personal experiences as a first-generation South Asian American, Rajasekaran’s jewelry symbolizes strength, resilience, and joy. Her creations are a tribute to her culture…
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