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Pennsylvania Proud Boys member sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania man and member of the Philadelphia chapter of the Proud Boys organization, was sentenced to prison Tuesday for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby has been sentenced to 100 days in prison, 36 months...
Someone Lives in a Real Live Hobbit House in Chester County and It’s Awesome
A Chester County couple and West Chester architect have recreated a scene from The Shire by building a true-to-life hobbit house. Tucked away in the picturesque Chester County countryside is a true-to-life scene from Middle Earth. It’s an actual Hobbit House. Architect Peter Archer of West Chester’s Archer &...
Check Out Some of the Best Ice Cream Shops in Chester County
Nothing tastes as good as a cool, decadent scoop of vanilla with sprinkles or a bite of refreshing cherry water ice on a 90-degree summer day. From soft serve to ice-cream sandwiches to delicious milkshakes, there are plenty of places to enjoy the best ice cream shops in Chester County, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine.
Chester County Teacher Running for Congress to ‘Return People’s House to People’
Seasoned Chester County teacher Neil Young is challenging incumbent Democratic Rep. Chrissy Houlahan in the race for the 6th Congressional District seat, writes Carson Swick for the New York Post. The social studies teacher said he wanted to run for Congress to “return the people’s house to the people.”...
Sports Cards Are a Hit and Here’s Where Delaware County’s Got ‘Em
Carl Henderson has sports cards at his Havertown shop. Sports cards are more popular locally than ever, even though the Philadelphia factories that once made them have closed, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia was once a hotbed for producing the cards,. Fleer, a leading Olney factory for...
Update: Damaging winds expected with thunderstorms in Chester County Sunday
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning at 7:31 p.m. on Sunday in effect until 8:15 p.m. for Chester County. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 7:31 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Glen Westover, or near Newark, moving east...
Microsoft Alum Bringing Anchored Tiny Homes Franchise to Chester County
Mario Mascioli, a Microsoft alum and former tech executive, is planning to open an Anchored Tiny Homes franchise like this one in Chester County. Mario Mascioli, a Microsoft alum and former tech executive, plans to open an Anchored Tiny Homes franchise that will serve Chester County — the Philadelphia region’s priciest housing market — and neighboring Lancaster County, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
These Two Montgomery County Towns Have the Best Restaurant Scenes in the Philadelphia Region
The Philadelphia region is a gastronomic delight, and two Montgomery County towns stand out with their exceptional dining options. The Philadelphia region is a gastronomic delight, and two Montgomery County towns stand out with their exceptional dining options, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. Ambler: A Culinary and Cultural Hub.
Eagleview Town Center Kicks Off Opening Week for Eagleview Summer Events
Eagleview Town Center has unveiled an array of summer events to entertain Chester County residents and visitors alike. Eagleview Town Center has unveiled an array of summer events to entertain Chester County residents and visitors alike. From farmer’s markets, festivals, and outdoor concerts to craft markets and movie nights in the park, Eagleview Town Center promises an unforgettable summer experience for all.
Historic Ferris Wheel Returns to Phoenixville to Become 74-Foot Statue of Americana
Barbara Cohen of the Schuylkill River Heritage Center stands next to one of the Ferris wheel's carriages. Phoenixville Borough Council has formally reserved a location where a Ferris wheel — that was built with Phoenixville steel and served, for almost 100 years, as the signature feature of the boardwalk in Asbury Park, N.J. — will return to its birthplace to become “74-foot statue of Americana,” writes Jerry Carino for The Asbury Park Press.
Chester County hayfields can be traps for baby birds. A collaboration aims to make them havens
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. In a big field outside Coatesville in Chester County early last summer, the golden hay...
Joan Specter – former Philly City Council member, widow of Arlen Specter – dies at 90
Joan Levy Specter, the renowned culinary expert-turned Philadelphia councilperson who was married to longtime U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter, has died at 90. Specter died Saturday, June 29, 2024, due to complications of dementia at her Haverford, Pennsylvania, home, according to her obituary. In mourning Specter's death, Philadelphia Council President Kenyatta...
Upper Merion Township, Pa. to ban plastic utensils in next phase of single-use plastic ban
Officials in Upper Merion Township are implementing phase two of its single-use plastic ban starting Monday.Public establishments within the Montgomery County township will no longer be allowed to offer plastic utensils.This includes all restaurants and bars, officials say.That means no plastic forks, spoons, or knives will be used whether you're dining in or out at establishments in the area.It's all part of the township's Single-Use Product Regulations ordinance.Phase one of the new initiative began in January.In that phase, businesses were prohibited from handing out single-use carry-out bags and straws, among other things.Some residents told Action News that while the new...
Voters in Philly region, South Jersey react to the presidential debate
In the hours after the presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, NBC10’s Lauren Mayk caught up with a Philly resident, a Montgomery County resident and a South Jersey resident to get their reactions. In the latest episode of Battleground Politics, the three voters shared their thoughts on the debate and whether or not they’re closer to making a decision.
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