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The idea has never been more appealing: quit your 9-to-5 decades ahead of schedule and spend your days on your own terms. You may have heard of the FIRE movement, …
Is Fire Right for You? What Early Retirement Really Takes Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Swedish Christmas ham, traditional meatballs, pickled herring and a festive holiday marketplace will bring the flavors of Scandinavia to Philadelphia as the American Swedish Historical Museum celebrates …
Swedish Christmas Feast Brings Holiday Traditions to Philadelphia Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Families looking for the perfect Christmas tree can leave the car behind and take a train instead as the West Chester Railroad brings back its Christmas …
West Chester Railroad’s Christmas Tree Train Returns for the Holidays Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania boaters, anglers, and hunters using small boats and paddlecraft must wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets beginning Sunday, November 1, 2026, under a statewide seasonal safety …
Pennsylvania Life Jacket Mandate Takes Effect November 1 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has certified its first new Channel Catfish fishing record in 35 years after an Allegheny County angler caught a 36-pound, 2-ounce fish in the Allegheny River …
Pennsylvania Certifies New Channel Catfish Record After 35 Years Read More
Lonely at the top is usually said as a joke about executives. In my work as a therapist, it is rarely funny, and it is not limited to the corner …
Lonely at the Top: Why Chester County’s Busiest Professionals Stop Talking Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Downtown Kennett Square will come alive with glowing floats, decorated vehicles, and holiday festivities when the annual Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade returns Saturday, November 21, …
Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade Returns November 21 Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia’s Christmas Village will remain open beyond Christmas for the first time in 2026, extending its annual holiday market through December 27 and giving retailers an additional …
Philadelphia Christmas Village Extends Season Beyond Christmas Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Water Babies has opened a new swimming instruction location at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Chester, expanding access to infant and toddler water safety …
Water Babies Expands Swim Lessons for Chester County Families Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Thousands of visitors filled downtown West Chester on October 18 for the F4 West Chester Chili Cook-Off, where local restaurants, businesses and community cooks competed for …
West Chester Chili Cook-Off Rescues 800 Pounds of Food Read More