• Harcum College Welcomes Zakarias Thornton as Chief Financial Officer

    Harcum College Welcomes Zakarias Thornton as Chief Financial Officer

    Harcum College has appointed Zakarias “Zak” Thornton as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and key President’s Cabinet member accountable for Business Services, Controller’s office, and other related functions, effective Nov. 17, 2025. Thornton is a highly accomplished and strategic finance leader, bringing over a decade of dedicated experience in higher education financial management, planning, and operational…

  • WilmU One-on-One: Alumna Abigail Chomo Shares Her Experiences in the WilmU MBA Program 

    WilmU One-on-One: Alumna Abigail Chomo Shares Her Experiences in the WilmU MBA Program 

    Recent graduate Abigail Chomo is familiar with balancing a busy schedule. While completing her MBA as a full-time student, she also worked part-time and met the rigorous demands of being an athlete on the University’s track and field team. She credits WilmU’s flexibility, affordability, scholarship programs, and supportive culture as significant factors in her success. …

  • DCCC to Train 45 Entry-Level Industrial Machinery Mechanics Tuition-Free 

    DCCC to Train 45 Entry-Level Industrial Machinery Mechanics Tuition-Free 

    Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will train up to 45 students to become entry-level industrial machinery mechanics at no cost through the Collegiate Consortium for Workforce and Economic Development, which has been awarded $190,236 from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration in support of the Philadelphia Works’ Good Jobs Challenge in southeastern Pennsylvania.…

  • Lancaster Art Vault: A Vibrant Creative Hub Breathing More Life Into Downtown

    Lancaster Art Vault: A Vibrant Creative Hub Breathing More Life Into Downtown

    Just steps from Lancaster’s Gallery Row and the convention center, a once-quiet corner at Orange and Queen Streets now pulses with creativity. The Lancaster Art Vault, a 15,000-square-foot gallery and artist studio collective located at 100 North Queen Street in the heart of downtown Lancaster, has rapidly become one of the city’s standout arts destinations…

  • DCCC Theatre Presents ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ Nov. 19-22

    DCCC Theatre Presents ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ Nov. 19-22

    Winner of five Tony Awards on Broadway, including Best Play, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, is coming to Delaware County Community College (DCCC). Based on a bestselling book, it is the poignant and funny story about Christopher Boone, a 15-year-old boy with an extraordinary neurodivergent mind who sets out to solve…

  • Barclay Friends’ Culinary Team Brings Home First Place in Non-Profit Category at West Chester Chili Cook-Off

    Barclay Friends’ Culinary Team Brings Home First Place in Non-Profit Category at West Chester Chili Cook-Off

    At this year’s West Chester Chili Cook-Off, the Barclay Friends culinary team didn’t just show up. They made a statement. Serving more than 1,300 people in just the first ninety minutes, their tent bustled with conversation, smiles, and the warm, savory aroma of all-beef chili garnished with micro cilantro and a bright lime crema. It…

  • People’s Light Brings the Joyful New ‘A Christmas Carol’ to Its Stage This Holiday Season

    People’s Light Brings the Joyful New ‘A Christmas Carol’ to Its Stage This Holiday Season

    This holiday season, People’s Light, Chester County’s destination for award-winning theatre and live arts, will share the joy of the season with a new, music-filled production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, running Nov. 19-Jan. 4 on the Leonard C. Haas Stage. Tickets start at $35 and are available for purchase now online. With inventive…

  • DCCC Men’s Basketball Team Opens 2025-2026 Season

    DCCC Men’s Basketball Team Opens 2025-2026 Season

    With a tough schedule in one of the most competitive intercollegiate regions in the country, Delaware County Community College Men’s Basketball Head Coach Dwayne Saunders feels his 2025-2026 squad is “ready to compete from day one.” The DCCC Phantoms men’s basketball team will be led by two returning sophomore guards, Jabree Martin of Chester and Stephen Rosemin of Jamison. Named an All-Eastern Pennsylvania Athletic Conference…

  • Immaculata University Continues to Grow Stronger in a Changing Higher Ed Landscape

    Immaculata University Continues to Grow Stronger in a Changing Higher Ed Landscape

    Across the country, many colleges and universities are grappling with enrollment declines, rising costs, and changing perceptions about the value of a degree. Yet, Immaculata University is defying those national trends and charting a path of steady growth, innovation, and renewed vitality. In fall 2025, Immaculata welcomed its largest incoming class in school history, with…

  • YMCA of Greater Brandywine Expands Community Impact Through Partnerships and Innovative Programs

    YMCA of Greater Brandywine Expands Community Impact Through Partnerships and Innovative Programs

    The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is expanding its reach and impact through partnerships that address the evolving health and wellness needs of Chester County residents. From mobile fitness programs to caregiver education and family-centered health events, these initiatives aim to support individuals and families at every age and stage of life. “Our partnerships reflect the Y’s…

  • MacElree Harvey Earns National and Regional Recognition in 2026 Best Law Firms Rankings

    MacElree Harvey Earns National and Regional Recognition in 2026 Best Law Firms Rankings

    MacElree Harvey, Ltd. has once again been recognized among the nation’s leading law firms in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms, ranked by Best Lawyers, earning national and regional recognition across multiple practice areas for the fifth consecutive year. Firms included in the 2026 Best Law Firms list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently…

  • WCU Hosts ‘Beyond Gratitude’ Veterans Advocacy Campaign and Community Events

    WCU Hosts ‘Beyond Gratitude’ Veterans Advocacy Campaign and Community Events

    In recognition of Veterans Day, on Tuesday, Nov. 11, Dr. Michele P. Bratina, WCU Professor of Criminal Justice, has spearheaded the organization of several free programs under the theme “Beyond Gratitude: A Justice and Advocacy Campaign for Veterans.” Events honor those who have served their country while exploring issues of justice, advocacy, and reintegration. The…

  • Barclay Friends Expands Partnership with Meals on Wheels of Chester County

    Barclay Friends Expands Partnership with Meals on Wheels of Chester County

    Barclay Friends recently deepened its partnership with Meals on Wheels of Chester County by taking on a second delivery route. This effort will help more neighbors receive nutritious meals and friendly visits. Meals on Wheels of Chester County delivers food to older adults who may be living alone, recovering from surgery, or managing limited incomes. With more…

  • Penn Medicine Chester County Celebrates 100 Years of Maternal Care

    Penn Medicine Chester County Celebrates 100 Years of Maternal Care

    On Sept. 29, 1925, the first baby was born at Chester County Hospital, marking the beginning of a century-long tradition of delivering exceptional care to mothers, babies, and families in the Chester County community. Since that time, thousands of families have welcomed new generations at the hospital, and today the hospital’s Maternal Child Health Department…

  • YMCA of Greater Brandywine Launches Annual Holiday Cheer Donation Drive to Support Families Across Chester County

    YMCA of Greater Brandywine Launches Annual Holiday Cheer Donation Drive to Support Families Across Chester County

    The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is launching its annual Holiday Cheer donation drive to bring food, gifts, and seasonal items to families in need across Chester County. From Nov. 1 through Dec. 1, community members and organizations can sponsor families in need by purchasing items from YGBW’s curated lists found here. All donations received will be distributed during a…

  • WCU Museum Opens ‘Panel by Panel: The Social and Cultural Impact of Comics’

    WCU Museum Opens ‘Panel by Panel: The Social and Cultural Impact of Comics’

    Although comics are often considered child’s play, they are anything but simple — and the newest exhibition at the University’s Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology delves into the history and nuances of political cartoons, manga, graphic novels, and Marvel and DC superheroes. “Panel by Panel: The Social and Cultural Impact of Comics” runs Oct. 30, 2025, through…

  • S&T Bancorp Appoints Stephanie Doliveira to Board of Directors

    S&T Bancorp Appoints Stephanie Doliveira to Board of Directors

    S&T Bancorp welcomes Stephanie N. Doliveira, who will join its board of directors. She has also been appointed as a director of S&T Bank. With more than 25 years of experience in leading the planning and delivery of people-centric initiatives, including oversight of enterprise risk, legal, and government affairs at Sheetz, Inc., Doliveira brings a…

  • West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents ‘The Three Feathers’

    West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents ‘The Three Feathers’

    Opera students in West Chester University’s (WCU) Wells School of Music (WSOM) will transport audiences to a whimsical world this fall with The Three Feathers, a charming and family-friendly opera composed by acclaimed contemporary Composer Lori Laitman with a libretto by Dana Gioia, former U.S. Poet Laureate of California. Performances will be held on Friday,…