Coraopolis Station Project

09/02/2026

🎉 The CCDC is turning 20 — and we’re ready to celebrate! 🎉

Two decades of community impact deserves a party, so we’re hosting a Gala on October 24th at Montour Heights Country Club, and all of our friends are invited. Host a table and bring your crew, or grab a ticket and come celebrate with the people who’ve helped shape Coraopolis over the last twenty years.

We’ve got live music from The Jive Daisies, a packed silent auction, and an evening full of stories from our first 20 years — plus a look ahead at the next 20. We truly couldn’t be here without you. Come celebrate this milestone with us! 🥂✨

A little good news to share:
Over the past two decades, the CCDC has helped revitalize the downtown business district, restored and activated community spaces, expanded food access for local families, launched a variety of programs, and advanced the restoration of the historic Coraopolis Train Station. These accomplishments — and the momentum behind them — are thanks to the support of neighbors, partners, and friends like you.

Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and step boldly into the future. 💛

Learn More & Buy Tickets at www.corycdc.org/gala

08/26/2026

The West Hills Gazette recently did an article on the station! Check it out here!

A committed group of community volunteers continue to make progress on renovating the old Coraopolis Train Station. Despite challenges, including funding and structural issues, they remain optimistic. The project aims to revitalize the community, with ongoing progress and hopes for future developmen...

06/24/2026

We just sent out our latest newsletter, and it’s packed with exciting momentum for the Coraopolis Station Project. If you haven’t seen it yet, here are the highlights worth celebrating:

Continued Improvements in 2026
Our team is pushing forward with restoration work in 2026. From window upgrades to interior planning, every step is building toward a station that honors our past and serves our future.

A Major Funding Win
We’re thrilled to share that the project has been awarded a Keystone Historic Preservation Grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. This support is a powerful validation of the station’s importance to our region — and it helps accelerate the work ahead.

Check out the full newsletter for details, photos, and what’s coming next.

https://coraopolisfoundation.dm.networkforgood.com/emails/latest-progress-on-the-coraopolis-train-station

05/06/2026

The Coraopolis Train Station is looking for a volunteer who can help with weeding and light landscaping once a week throughout the summer. If you have an hour to spare, your time would make a big difference in keeping this historic property looking its best.

If you’re interested in helping out or want to learn more, please contact Randon at [email protected].

Let’s keep the station beautiful together!

04/21/2026

We’re excited to offer a series of small‑group tours of the Coraopolis Train Station so you can see our progress up close and get a glimpse of where we’re heading next. We’ll walk you through the work that’s already been completed and share what we hope to accomplish over the next few years as we continue restoring this incredible landmark.

Tours will last 30–45 minutes, and space is limited to keep the experience personal.

📩 RSVP to Randon at [email protected] if you’d like to join one of the tours.

Come see the vision taking shape — we can’t wait to show you around.

03/26/2026

Remembering Our Friend, Dan Frederick

We are deeply saddened to share the obituary of our longtime friend and dedicated volunteer, Dan Frederick. Dan poured countless hours of sweat, care, and craftsmanship into the Coraopolis Train Station project. His steady presence, his willingness to jump in wherever help was needed, and his genuine love for this community made a lasting impact.

Dan will be truly missed by all of us who had the privilege of working alongside him. His legacy lives on in the walls he helped restore, the projects he strengthened, and the friendships he built along the way.

Please keep his family and loved ones in your thoughts as we remember and honor him.

Celebrate the life of Dan Frederick and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

12/10/2025

🎄✨ Want a Custom Coraopolis Station Project Ornament? ✨🎄

Stop by the CCDC Resource Center (923 5th Ave) this Friday, December 12 from 5–8 PM during the CoryBright Ornament Trail https://www.facebook.com/events/1365805394900192/CoryBright

🌟 22 local businesses and organizations will be handing out their own custom ornaments—collect them all as you explore the town!

At the CCDC Open House, you’ll enjoy:

• 🎨 A create-your-own ornament area
• 🌱 Decorating a mini-tree with our friends at Planted Aesthetics
• 🎶 Live classical guitar music to set the holiday mood

And of course… pick up your special Coraopolis Station Project Ornament while celebrating community, creativity, and holiday cheer!

12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday—a day when generosity transforms communities, and we’re inviting you to be part of preserving the historic Coraopolis Train Station.

Over the past few years, we’ve been steadily breathing new life into our beloved Coraopolis Train Station—a landmark that has stood for more than a century as part of our town’s story.

Thanks to the generosity of donors and private grants, we’ve made incredible strides in 2025:

✅ Completed the Northside Overhangs
✅ Leveled and insulated the crawl space
✅ Installed a brand-new subfloor
✅ Finished major exterior improvements

Each milestone brings us closer to reopening this historic treasure as a vibrant hub for our community. And we’re not stopping here—our sights are set on beginning interior restoration in 2026.
This project is possible only because of the generous support of people like you who believe in preserving history while building a stronger future for Coraopolis.

💙 On this Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join us in keeping the momentum alive. Your gift helps ensure that this station—once a gateway to our town—becomes a gathering place for generations to come.

All Donations are Tax-Deductible @ https://coraopolisfoundation.networkforgood.com/projects/89294-coraopolis-train-station-project

11/22/2025

🚧✨ Station Restoration Update ✨🚧

One of the final steps in completing the exterior of the Coraopolis Train Station was redoing the northside overhangs. This was no small feat—it required careful planning so the work will seamlessly connect with the future canopy once we move into that phase of the project.

The momentum continues! Next up: finishing the roof on this side and then moving on to windows and doors. Every milestone brings us closer to reopening this historic landmark as a vibrant hub for our community.

08/28/2025

🚶‍♂️ Took a stroll down to the station today to admire the beautiful new pavers installed this week — they look fantastic! A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the campaign and helped make this happen. 🙌

The momentum has stayed strong throughout 2025: we’ve completed the interior crawl space with new concrete, insulation, and lighting. Plus, we've begun laying down a solid subfloor. Next up, we’re gearing up to order and install new windows to bring even more light and life into the space. 🌟

Grateful for every hand, heart, and dollar that’s helped move this project forward. Onward!