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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Deal Officially Closes to Sell Brandywine Hospital
Three years after shutting down Brandywine Hospital in Coatesville, Tower Health has finally sold the property to a real estate…
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MONTCO Today Writer Shares His Remembrances of the Late Kobe Bryant
Publisher’s Note: Remembering Kobe Bryant—Lower Merion’s own and a Lakers legend—who, along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others,…
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Coatesville Chef Puts Personal Spin on Pennsylvania Dutch Stew
The classic Pennsylvania Dutch stew Schnitz un Knepp, once seen as a symbol of poverty, has evolved into a point…
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Several New Restaurants Coming to Chester County in 2025
Chester County’s already thriving restaurant scene is poised to grow even further in 2025, with several new restaurants set to…
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MCCC Releases Fall Semester Dean’s and Dean’s Commendation Lists
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) congratulates the 1,765 full- and part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List and…
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ChesPenn Health Services Announces Transition Plan for Coatesville Location
ChesPenn Health Services, a Federally Qualified Community Health Center serving the Coatesville community since 2007, is preparing for a transition…
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Coatesville Entrepreneur Wins Coveted Spot to Compete at Global Summit in India
A Coatesville tech innovation is headed for competition on a global stage. Susan Springsteen, CEO and Co-Founder of Coatesville-based H2O…
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Thriving Paoli Restaurant, Main Line Tavern Serves Up Suburban Comfort Food in the Classic Pub Scene
Phil and Kate Ferro opened Main Line Tavern on May 4 of this year, in the former building of the…
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Coatesville Train Station Construction Remains on Schedule, with Hopes for Starting Service Next Year
Construction of the $70 million Coatesville Train Station remains on schedule and set to start service in about a year,…
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Here’s What Life Plan Communities Offer Active Retired Adults
Think about the places you like to visit or go, and chances are they all have a couple of things…
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Deal Inked to Purchase 24 Acres in Coatesville for National Sports & Events Center
IDG Development has purchased a 24-acre parcel from the City of Coatesville to make way for construction of the National…
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Coatesville Teens Displays Homemade Haunted Attraction for Charity
In the spirit of Halloween, a Chester County teen created a homemade haunted house for a worthy cause, writes Wakisha…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Javonna Wylie, President and CEO, Chester County OIC
Javonna Wylie, President and CEO of Chester County OIC, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in West Chester and…
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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…
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Tower Health Nears Sale of Brandywine Hospital Campus to Developers
Tower Health, which recorded its first profitable quarter in five years in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, is in…
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Owners of Chadds Ford Tavern, Kings Tavern Opening New Restaurant in Paoli
Restaurateurs Philip and Kate Ferro, the owners of Chadds Ford Tavern and Kings Tavern in Coatesville, are expanding, writes Emma…
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Citadel Credit Union Celebrates Milestone $500,000 in Grants to Teachers Through Citadel Heart of Learning
Citadel Credit Union has recognized 35 teachers in Greater Philadelphia for going above and beyond and truly “building strength in education”…
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Church Farm School Names Christopher Kramaric Its Chief Advancement Officer
Church Farm School has named Coatesville native Christopher Kramaric its Chief Advancement Officer, effective July 1. Kramaric joins CFS from…
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