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Beloved restaurant Hank's Place in Chadds Ford set to reopen in the fall
CHADDS FORD, Pa. (CBS) — An iconic Delaware County restaurant that was forced to close and relocate will soon be reopening its doors.Construction is almost complete on the new Hank's Place in Chadds Ford. Co-owners Anthony and Katie Young rebuilt the restaurant from the ground up.The original Hank's Place stood for 71 years before it was damaged by the remnants of Hurricane Ida on Sept. 1, 2021. The dining room, front kitchen, back kitchen and outside area were flooded."It was devastating to see our life's work basically destroyed," Anthony Young said. "Hank's is the heart of Chadds Ford. And...
'An Elkton icon, for sure': Costumed man - Rapper John - well known and adored in town
ELKTON — John Smith went to one of his favorite stores on Sunday afternoon and contently combed the clothing racks, hoping to find the next cape, tights, gown, belt, sneakers, balaclava or fanny-pack to add to his extensive collection of flashy costumes. Most every patron and employee in that Goodwill Super Store on South Bridge Street knows John and, several times during his shopping excursion, people made a point to say hello to him. ...
Plans to Build New Wawa at Parkway Center in West Goshen Clear Major Hurdle
PIC If plans go forward, a new Wawa would be built after this old Wawa in West Goshen closes. 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...
Popular Indoor Trampoline, Entertainment Park Chain Scouts Chester County for New Location
Sky Zone, the chain of indoor trampoline and entertainment parks, is planning on opening a location in Chester County. Sky Zone, the popular chain of indoor trampoline and entertainment parks, is planning on opening two more locations in the Philadelphia region, including one in Chester County, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Newark downtown will soon brim with hot chicken, brisket, tacos and a retro diner
Blue Hens arriving in Newark for the start of the year at the University of Delaware have some new options around campus if they get bored of the dining hall fare. The incoming class of more than 4,200 and the existing student body will have a chance to be some of the...
How this Wilmington rowhome made reggae legend Bob Marley a Delaware local
Details are often omitted when a story is recounted. In Bob Marley's biography, a frequently overlooked detail in the legendary reggae musician's story is his life in Wilmington, although clearly marked signs provide this information. One such fact is where the music legend resided in the state's largest city. When attention is given...
Exquisite southeastern Pa. tasting room, lounge opens its doors
The Turks Head Wines tasting room and lounge has officially opened in downtown West Chester following a soft opening last weekend. Located at 120 N. Church St., the tasting room’s business hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. The hours for the bottle shop, which opened last fall, are noon to 10 on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 6 on Sunday.
This Delaware doughnut shop inspires lines at the door, and sells out within two hours
The first customer arrived before 7 a.m. Bleary eyed, nearly sleepwalking, she pushed at the door. No dice. Sleeping Bird Doughnuts wouldn't be open for another hour. But...
George Thorogood and the Destroyers, in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? Fan begins online petition
More than 50 years ago, at the University of Delaware, George Thorogood and the Destroyers performed what's said to be their first public concert. Thousands of shows and millions of album sales later, an online drive is underway to get them into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Cyndi...
Week ahead: Labor Day concert, Nun Run 5K, Cooch's Bridge memorial
Labor Day concert: Sept. 2, 3 p.m., at White Clay Creek State Park’s Carpenter Recreation Area, 880 New London Road. Kategory 5 will perform as part of the park’s weekly summer concert series. Free, but park fees apply. Nun Run 5K: Sept. 7, 9 a.m., at Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Road. 5K race helps support Little Sisters of the Poor. $35. For more info, visit www.nunrun5k.org. ...
Pa. winery unveils vintage of wine that hasn’t been released in more than 2 decades
Fans of Va La Vineyards in Avondale, Chester County, are familiar with the drill: annual releases of Silk (a rosato), Cedar and Mahogany (red blends) and La Prima Donna (orange wine), and then one or two more depending on what owner/winemaker Anthony Vietri has aged to satisfaction. Over the years,...
Coatesville Mosaic Artist Finds Peace in Her Artwork Amid Health Challenges
Ivy Egger is a Coatesville artist and owner of Vine Designs who finds inspiration through nature and healing. Ivy Egger, Coatesville mosaic artist and owner of Vine Designs, has found solace in her artwork, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. Almost all of her work is nature-inspired, with summer being her...
Tickets Now on Sale for Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience and A Longwood Christmas
Guests Can Enjoy A Longwood Christmas’s Magical Season Throughout the Garden, Including in the New Glasshouses. Kennett Square, PA—Longwood Gardens, one of the world’s leading centers for horticultural display, announced that tickets are now on sale for Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience. Opening November 22, 2024, this extraordinary revitalization project, led by WEISS/MANFREDI in collaboration with Reed Hilderbrand, ushers in a new era for Longwood Gardens by enhancing the guest experience and expanding opportunities for exhibitions, programs, and events. Additionally, the Gardens’ renowned holiday spectacular, A Longwood Christmas, featuring more than half a million twinkling lights across hundreds of acres and festive fountain shows, is on view from November 22, 2024 through January 12, 2025.
Chester County Leadership: Zak Berkman, Producing Artistic Director, People’s Light
Zak Berkman, Producing Artistic Director at People’s Light, a professional non-profit theatre company in Malvern, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in Amherst, Massachusetts. He got his first taste of the theater world from his father, a professor of playwriting and dramatic literature, and was inspired by the intellectual and creative atmosphere of Amherst.
Fall in Love with the Coming Equestrian Season
What’s not to love about autumn in the Brandywine Valley? Fall foliage, cooler temps and, of course, a variety of equestrian events to put on your calendar. For generations, equine enthusiasts and casual fans alike have gathered to watch horses run, jump and strut their stuff — all with the scenic local countryside as a backdrop.
New Host Takes Over Annual West Chester Chili Cook-Off
Fiorenza’s Food For Friends is taking the reins of the annual West Chester Chili Cook-Off, which will take place on October 6. Local food recovery nonprofit Fiorenza’s Food For Friends is taking the reins of the annual West Chester Chili Cook-Off, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News.
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