Food for thought: How York’s Penn Market aims to stand out (access required)

By: David O'Connor
June 10, 2016 3:00 am

John Ilyes, is a co-owner of family-owned and operated Charles Ilyes Family Inc. The York County-based meat and produce vendor, founded by Ilyes' father Charles, has operated a stand at Market and Penn Farmers' Market in York since 1951. - (Photo / Amy Spangler)

York already has a popular farmers’ market: The bustling Central Market sits along Philadelphia and Beaver streets near other downtown mainstays like the White Rose Bar & Grill and the Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center. But it’s not York’s oldest farmers’ market, said Jimmy Ilyes.

York already has a popular farmers' market: The bustling Central Market sits along Philadelphia and Beaver streets near other downtown mainstays like the White Rose Bar & Grill and the Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center. But it's not York's oldest farmers' market, said Jimmy Ilyes.

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David O'Connor

Dave O'Connor covers York County, manufacturing, higher education, nonprofits, and workforce development. Have a tip or question for him? Email him at [email protected].