The Flats: Reimagined Living

Soon, the spirit of this neighborhood will live again at The Flats, North Sharon with apartments and wellness amenities to transform your passion.

Author: Jeff Coleman | April 17th, 2023 They called the space between Shenango and Penn avenues, “The North Flats,” and for generations of families it was home. Workdays whistled the soundtrack of opportunity, as breadwinners marched from frame houses to posts at factories and stores. Families made their lives in the neighborhood. Before sundown, streets…

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Miss Nina is Bringing Elephant #8 to Sharon

When the new Elephant #8 opens in the Applegate Building on North Sharpsville Avenue, you’ll be transported right to Thailand.

Author: Jeff Coleman | March 30th, 2023 Narintra is “Miss Nina” to fans who’ve fallen in love with her mothering charms. But it’s the homestyle recipes from her childhood in Northern Thailand that have attracted a cult following. Nina’s first restaurant, “Elephant #8” in Slippery Rock, is a showpiece for the cuisine and culture of…

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Courtney Costa: In Sharon, It Takes a Band

Meet Courtney Costa, a community member with a passion for transforming properties who believes in hard work and working together.

Author: Jeff Coleman | March 20th, 2023 Courtney Costa has roots in Sharon, but the decision to buy a home and anchor a property management business here wasn’t nostalgia. It was the city’s welcome and vision for the future that made the difference. “Sharon is business friendly. They seem interested in getting unsightly businesses and…

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Brewing Up Fun: Croaker’s Brewing Company!

The City of Sharon welcomes the newest "frog" in our "pond," but we think they'll quickly become one of our favorite neighbors!

Author: Jeff Coleman | February 7th, 2023 Mara and Chris Palipchak knew it was time for their “small but mighty” brewing operation in New Castle to make the leap (excuse the pun) to downtown Sharon. Croaker’s Brewing Company has been the passion project of the mental health specialist and IT security guru. Now, it’s grown…

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Introducing: Sharon City Eyeworks

The City of Sharon is now home to an exciting new venture... a state-of-the-art optical studio.

Author: Jeff Coleman | January 24th, 2023 The skies are looking clear in the City of Sharon… but that’s probably because of Jim and Amy Schnieder’s new venture: Sharon City Eyeworks. The new state-of-the-art optical studio now offers eye exam services, in addition to the existing “Eyes of Faith Optical” eyewear boutique. Amy and Jim…

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Sugar Magnolia

Part six of the Independent Retailer's Month interview series featuring small businesses here in Sharon, PA.

The front entrance to Sugar Magnolia

In celebration of Independent Retailers Month, JCL Development reached out to several small business owners here in downtown Sharon, PA in hopes of highlighting all the wonderful and unique things we have to offer. This week, I met with Leanne Ekis, the owner of Sugar Magnolia Merchandise, to learn more about her business and her…

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Thyme In Your Kitchen

Part five of the Independent Retailer's Month interview series featuring small businesses here in Sharon, PA.

Thyme In Your Kitchen's cooking class space

In celebration of Independent Retailers Month, JCL Development reached out to several small business owners here in downtown Sharon, PA in hopes of highlighting all the wonderful and unique things we have to offer. This week, I met with Pat Evans, the owner of Thyme In Your Kitchen, to learn more about her business and…

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Haitian Sensation

Part four of the Independent Retailer's Month interview series featuring small businesses here in Sharon, PA.

In celebration of Independent Retailers Month, JCL Development reached out to several small business owners here in downtown Sharon, PA in hopes of highlighting all the wonderful and unique things we have to offer. This week, I met with Joseph Altenor, the owner of Haitian Sensation, to learn more about his business and his role…

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Dave Pegg’s Barbering and Shave Parlor

Part three of the Independent Retailer's Month interview series featuring small businesses here in Sharon, PA.

In celebration of Independent Retailers Month, JCL Development reached out to several small business owners here in downtown Sharon, PA in hopes of highlighting all the wonderful and unique things we have to offer. This week, I met with Dave Pegg, the owner of Dave Pegg’s Barbering and Shave Parlor, to learn more about his…

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Eyes of Faith Optical

Part two of the Independent Retailer's Month interview series featuring small businesses here in Sharon, PA.

In celebration of Independent Retailers’ Month, JCL Development reached out to several small business owners here in downtown Sharon, PA in hopes of highlighting all the wonderful and unique things we have to offer. This week, I met with Jim and Amy Schneider, the owners of Eyes of Faith Optical, to learn more about their…

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