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May 13, 2019
A new independent bookstore in Phoenixville is hoping to carve a niche in the Age of Amazon by becoming a true community bookshop, writes Maria Panaritis for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Reads & Company is co-owned by Jason Hafer, who used to own and run Wolfgang Books in Phoenixville, and former QVC executive Robb Cadigan. The pair seems to possess enough knowledge and market-savvy to make the 2,400-square-foot store a hit. They attracted more than 2,000 followers to their Facebook page before the store even ... View Article
April 22, 2019
Photo Caption: Pam Leiby, Director of Senior & Volunteer Services at Phoenixville Hospital presents the Volunteer Achievement Award to Ann Jones of Phoenixville for over 5,000 hours of service. In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, Phoenixville Hospital held their annual Volunteer Appreciation lunch at Spring Hollow Golf Club in Spring City on Friday, April 12th. It was a beautiful day to celebrate all those who give of their time to volunteer at Phoenixville Hospital. Phoenixville Hospital is so appreciative ... View Article
April 22, 2019
WASHINGTON – Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) introduced the Accelerated Payments for Small Businesses Act (H.R. 2322) alongside several of her colleagues from both sides of the aisle. The Lead Democrat on the legislation, Representative Houlahan is proud to see Congress working proactively to ensure small businesses both in PA and across the country receive their pay for government contracting work in a timely fashion. The bill would direct federal government agencies that contract with small businesses, which comprise 99.7% of all ... View Article
April 8, 2019
By Barry Cassidy The Phoenixville Train Project initiated by Phoenixville Mayor Peter Urscheler’s “Mayor’s Task Force” moved closer toward realization after a series of public meetings. On March 12, Phoenixville Borough Council approved by a 7-0 vote the appointment of an individual to be part of a multijurisdictional review committee to arrange for the financing of the train project. The following day, March 13, the Phoenixville School District agreed to provide a person to serve on the committee. On April ... View Article
March 28, 2019
The NAMM Foundation has recognized Phoenixville’s music education program as among the nation’s best. PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Phoenixville Area School District has been honored with a prestigious award recognizing its music education program. The NAMM Foundation designated Phoenixville among its “Best Communities for Music Education” for 2019. A total of 623 school districts from across the country were recognized. According to the NAMM Foundation, the award program recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have ... View Article
