A 28-truck convoy transported five hundred tons of Lukens steel — that supported the World Trade Center for more than three decades — back home on Wednesday afternoon.

It was a historical day for Americans, especially those who live in Coatesville. The 10 50-ton steel structural shapes, known as “trees” framed the first nine floors of the North and South Towers until the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

“Now is the time for this city and community to also rise from the ashes,” said City Council President Ed Simpson.

Assistant City Manager Kirby Hudson provided an update to City Council Monday night about plans to demolish homes affected by arson in the 300 block of Fleetwood Street.

The county has signed off on a $250,000 grant for the project. The property owners have been provided three options.

These homes are an eyesore for the city and a reminder of one of the most devastating arsons last year. Maybe it's time for the demolition project to move forward. What do you think?

City Council approved the final land development plans for the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel and office building project on Monday night.

The city’s Redevelopment Authority sold a 22-acre site off Route 82 and the Route 30 Bypass to Pulver for the hotel and office building project site last August.

This long-awaited project has finally received approval. It was originally presented to city officials about six years ago.

Could this be another step forward for the city?