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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years ago
Event Update: Coatesville’s “The Little Chef” to Celebrate 65 Years on November 19th by Offering 65% Off on Dine-In OrdersCOATESVILLE, PA — Located at 152 Strode Avenue, Coatesville, on Monday, November 19th from 7 am to 3 pm, family-owned neighborhood restaurant, “The Lit […]
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Tina Thomas commented on the post, Former Southern Chester County Resident Created a Facebook Networking Group for People 50+ 6 years, 4 months ago
Thank you! It is nice group. You are a beautiful part of it.
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 4 months ago
“I LOVE OLDER PEOPLE! – A place to talk with people 50 +” is a friendly, inclusive Facebook group for people 50 years of age and older that is gathering much attention.
In only 2 years, the group has nearly 1,400 […]
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 6 months ago
WEST CHESTER, PA — MyChesCo, your Chester County social media website and a trusted community marketplace, in partnership with Reactors Comedy Club, today announced a Night of Comedy for June 22nd to support the C […]
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 7 months ago
Coatesville’s “The Little Chef” Celebrates 65 Years this November by Offering 65% Off on Dine-In Orders COATESVILLE, PA — Located at 152 Strode Avenue, on Monday, November 5, 2018, family-owned neighborhood restaurant, “The Little Chef,” will celeb […]
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 7 months ago
Main Line Animal Rescue Saves Lives and Gives Families Smiles CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — Did you know that Main Line Animal Rescue (MLAR) receives no federal, state or local funding? MLAR relies solely on donors, vo […]
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Tina Thomas commented on the post, Coatesville Rapper Proclaims Stand Up and Stand Tall 6 years, 7 months ago
I agree Erin and Tim. I remember being able to visit my Aunt as a little girl and she would actually allow me to walk “to town” alone. However, some of the best memories were walking with her to get grilled cheese sandwiches at, what was that, Woolworths? (Now I sound old, lol.) But my point is, I never had any fear. Years later, my dad would get…[Read more]
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 7 months ago
COATESVILLE, PA — Focusing on the good and doing something great, Eddie Sincere Carb is a Coatesville resident and proud father of 4 children who uses his music to help educate people about the needs of the city a […]
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I feel much the same way, Erin. I was born in the old Coatesville Hospital. I went to kindergarten at Terry Elementary School, walked to St Cecilia’s starting in First Grade until my parents moved to East Fallowfield Township. I ultimately graduated from CASH.
I remember a city that had its rough areas but was very walkable. When I was young, a big treat was when my Aunt would take me to Hennessy’s Pharmacy for milkshakes. I must really sound like an old fart.
Yet, everyone I know has basically moved out of the City, either out to the townships or to other areas altogether. There are many reasons why. But, I believe the flight of working-class and middle-class people, more than anything, is what has brought Coatesville to its knees. Maybe if the American steel industry didn’t shrink… maybe if the City had not accepted the projects back in the day… maybe this or maybe that. Regardless, the net result is a City with few opportunities, high crime and poverty, and in serious need of real investment.
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I agree Erin and Tim. I remember being able to visit my Aunt as a little girl and she would actually allow me to walk “to town” alone. However, some of the best memories were walking with her to get grilled cheese sandwiches at, what was that, Woolworths? (Now I sound old, lol.) But my point is, I never had any fear. Years later, my dad would get upset if I drove my car down Lincoln Highway to get to school. I soon learned all the back ways to get to CASH. I think Eddie has something here. Nobody should be afraid of where they live. I hope for a day to return when kids can run around and not feel worried. Especially, I hope for a day when people realize how short life is to waste it away and embrace one another rather than hurt themselves and each other.
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Erin, I know exactly the area your living. My grandparents (in their 90s) live around there… not Coatesville proper, but just a bit over the line. When I moved out on my own, I rented in West End… S. Church St (aka Honky Hill). I had a beautiful view of Lukens. lol But, I moved to Parkesburg after a met my wife and we decided to buy a house.
Your assessment of Coatesville’s bad reputation is not too far off the mark. The mindset is not so bad in Parkesburg, but I have often described the more rural surrounding townships out here as a little too tribal and a little too white. In fact, not too long ago had a conversation with a person upset about teenagers just walking around… teens who “looked like they could be from Coatesville and up to no good.” If that is not coded language, I don’t know what is.
However, it doesn’t help that a busy month for the Parkesburg Police Department is a slow Tuesday for Coatesville. The City is a much rougher town than when I was coming up. It almost feels like the town is Chester County’s dumping ground. When I was a kid (I’m talking 6 and 7) I walked to my friends’ houses, to school, to the Steel City Deli and Smitty’s Store, and to my paternal Grandmother’s (which was right on main). I don’t think I would feel safe letting my kids do that today.
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 8 months ago
Spring Is Here: Explore Hibernia County Park COATESVILLE, PA — In my early 20’s, my parents moved from East Fallowfield Township to West Caln Township. I was in college at the time. The first tim […]
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I have been exploring Hibernia for 40 years. In fact, I was just there yesterday, 3/25/18, with a group of people I exercise with. I was telling them how much the park had grown and changed in my years spent there. I highly recommend visiting. You will not be disappointed.
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One of my fondest memories, from my youth, was participating in Dark in the Park. That was a great event around Halloween.
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 8 months ago
Getting right to the point on March 3rd, Earl Dering Jr. continued to show his bravery by providing a follow-up message on Facebook regarding his courageous battle with cancer.
“I like remembering how far I’ve c […]
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Tina Thomas commented on the post, Is the Great Valley SD Failing Special Needs Students? 6 years, 8 months ago
This is a powerful message. I wish all the best for Alana. I look forward to seeing a follow-up statement from the school district regarding this matter in a future MyChesCo article.
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Tina Thomas commented on the post, Chester County Wineries: Why Travel Far When a Great Wine Tasting Experience Is Awaiting You Close to Home? 6 years, 8 months ago
Yes, there are many wineries in Chester County…and each is very unique! I think the best part is learning about their histories. Once you visit a few, it’s almost inevitable that you will be touring again on an upcoming weekend. It’s fun!
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Tina Thomas commented on the post, Celebrate Red Cross Month by Giving Blood in March 6 years, 8 months ago
What a great article. I have never given blood because of fearing needles. I suppose I should change my mindset. I would gladly donate for a family member or friend, but we all have to remember in some way, we are all family. Thanks for sharing all of the locations and making it easy to choose one that will fit into people’s hectic schedules.
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Tina Thomas wrote a new post 6 years, 9 months ago
Chester County Wineries: Why Travel Far When a Great Wine Tasting Experience Is Awaiting You Close to Home? During my early days of winery touring, I had thought that one needed to travel far to experience a good wine tasting. After some research, I realized […]
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A really nice article!! I don’t think people realize that Chester County has so many great wineries.
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Yes, there are many wineries in Chester County…and each is very unique! I think the best part is learning about their histories. Once you visit a few, it’s almost inevitable that you will be touring again on an upcoming weekend. It’s fun!
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@tinathomas – We also have a lot of brewpubs, which I kinda knew but really did not realize how many.
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Tina Thomas and Timothy Alexander are now friends 6 years, 9 months ago
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Tina Thomas became a registered member 6 years, 9 months ago
Thank you! It is nice group. You are a beautiful part of it.