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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Two Chester County Beer Gardens Are Among the Best in Pennsylvania
Beer gardens are cherished, seasonal rendezvous points for friends and communities to gather, relax, and enjoy fresh brews, writes Leigh…
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Delaware Valley Mourns Loss of One of Its Faces of Philanthropy, Plymouth Meeting Native Robert McNeil
One of the faces of philanthropy in Chester County and the Delaware Valley has died. Highland Township’s Robert McNeil, who…
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Coatesville Could Be On Its Way to Becoming Culinary Hotspot
Coatesville seems to be in the midst of a restaurant renaissance and is well on its way to becoming the…
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Following Success of His Past Two Restaurants, Speer Madanat Gears Up to Open Ice Cream West Chester
Coatesville Native Speer Madanat, the chef and owner of the popular Pizza West Chester and Steaks West Chester food joints…
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12-Year-Old Coatesville Hotel Headed to Auction Block
Recap PA Holdings has decided to put the Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Coatesville/Exton up for auction, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Eight Chester County Eateries Are Among 20 Best New Restaurants in the Region
Last year was good for the Chester County dining scene, with many new amazing restaurants adding to the already impressive…
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Reimagined Coatesville: The Revitalization of Chester County’s Only City is Starting to Boom
The City of Coatesville, which has a rich history in steel fabrication, is on an upward swing, with businesses, restaurants,…
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Coatesville Native Now Motivational Speaker, Author After Surviving a Deadly Car Accident
In 2011, Coatesville native Ethan A. Poetic survived a nearly fatal car crash that had left him with numerous injuries,…
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Plymouth Meeting’s AristaCare Uses Virtual Reality to Help Woman Recover from Burns
In April 2023, Emily Dorsheimer received severe burns from a house fire in Coatesville. Recovery was so torturous that her…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Lance Nelson, Partner and Litigation Chair, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.
Lance Nelson, Partner and Litigation Chair at MacElree Harvey, Ltd., spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Connecticut in…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Chris Wiseman, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County
Chris Wiseman, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, grew up in West Virginia and North Carolina. He…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Gives Back in December
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior living community, dedicated the month of December to giving back to the local community.…
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Pennsylvania American Water Begins $4.3 Million Coatesville System Upgrade
Pennsylvania American Water has begun construction to replace a mile of water main in Coatesville to improve reliability for customers, reduce…
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Maryland Developer Lands Deal to Build Over 200 Homes in Coatesville
Maryland developer Elm Street Communities has acquired a 119-acre property on Caln Road in Coatesville where it is starting site…
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Skip All Those Dishes This Thanksgiving by Dining Out at These Main Line Restaurants
Thanksgiving is a celebration of family, friends, and good food, but when you are hosting everyone at your place, it…
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8 New Breweries Opening Soon in Philadelphia Region Including in Montco
Pennsylvania continues to be a leading area for the craft brewing industry, writes Emma Dooling in the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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This Coffee Roaster in Coatesville Does Good for Planet While Offering Assortment of Great Coffee Flavors
Máquina Coffee Roasters in Coatesville offers an assortment of coffee flavors that taste great and it also does good for…
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Pennsylvania American Water to Hold Coatesville Customer Assistance Program Event
Pennsylvania American Water will host an enrollment event in support of the company’s customer assistance program (CAP) on Saturday, Oct.…
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