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People’s Light Opens 2025-26 Season with Kathryn Grody’s ‘The Unexpected 3rd’ – World Premiere
People’s Light, Chester County’s 50+ year destination for world-class theatre and live arts, will kick off its 2025-26 season with the world premiere of The Unexpected 3rd: A Radical, Rollicking Rumination on the Optimism of Staying Alive, a raw, poetic, and darkly funny solo show by Obie Award-Winning Actor and Writer Kathryn Grody. Running Sept.…
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Chester County Hospital Invites the Community to August 2025 Health and Wellness Events
Chester County Hospital is offering a variety of free and low-cost programs this August to support the health and well-being of the community. From expert-led talks to hands-on classes, these events are designed to empower individuals with knowledge, skills, and resources to live healthier lives. Here are six featured events happening this month, but you…
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Brumbaugh Wealth Management Welcomes Two NewAdministrative Associates as the Firm Continues Commitment to Growth in 2025
Brumbaugh Wealth Management recently welcomed two new Administrative Associates, Luke Wojciechowski and Kyle Niedenthal, as the firm continues to expand its client-centered services in 2025. These new hires come at a time when Brumbaugh Wealth Management remains focused on strengthening relationships and delivering comprehensive financial planning tailored to each client’s goals. Meet Luke Wojciechowski Wojciechowski…
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Todd Conrad Named 2025 Coach of the Meet After Leading Team UMLY to Historic YMCA Nationals Victory
Following a record-breaking performance at the 2025 YMCA Swimming National Championships, Todd Conrad, Head Coach of Team Upper Main Line YMCA (UMLY) and Associate Executive Director of UMLY, was named 2025 Coach of the Meet at the YMCA National Long Course Swimming Championship in Ocala, Fla. The award is voted on annually by fellow coaches and is based on…
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Working to Protect Your Drinking Water Supply for Future Generations
Most people don’t often think about their drinking water supply. And frankly, that’s the way it should be. You turn on your tap, start your shower, and your high-quality drinking water is there. But making that happen today and for future generations takes real work and requires ongoing investment. You may have heard from our…
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Your Bank Merged, the App Took Over — So Where Do You Go for Real Answers?
Across Chester and Delaware counties, people are noticing something they didn’t expect to miss: their bank. Not just the logo on the building, but the people inside who once helped them navigate life’s financial decisions. As banks consolidate and credit unions merge, the number of neighborhood branches is shrinking. For many, it’s now easier to…
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WilmU One-on-One: 2025 Graduate Abigail Hammer-Rupp Discusses Her Experiences in the M.S. in Digital Communication Program
Abigail Hammer-Rupp was a 2025 Commencement Speaker for the WilmU College of Technology, Graduate Programs Ceremony. She earned her bachelor’s in Web Design, summa cum laude, from the University in 2024 and quickly followed that up with earning her master’s in Digital Communication. A volunteer Communications Intern with the Childhood Cancer Society, she recently accepted a…
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WCU’s Center for STEM Inclusion Launches Sector Analysis Survey Throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania
As technology accelerates and industries rapidly transform, an alignment needs to occur between the skills today’s students are acquiring and the competencies tomorrow’s employers will be demanding. Today, West Chester University’s (WCU) Center for STEM Inclusion launched a sector analysis survey designed to gather real-time intelligence from industry leaders about the specific workforce needs that…
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DCCC Welcomes Chef Jonathan Fike as Director of Culinary
Chef Jonathan Fike, a seasoned Culinary Professional with over two decades of experience, is the new Director of Culinary at Delaware County Community College (DCCC). Fike will lead DCCC’s award-winning Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program, which has locations in Marple Township, Phoenixville, and — starting in spring 2026 — at DCCC’s upcoming new Southeast Center in…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Brings Adaptive Fitness to Bournelyf Special Camp
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) teamed up with Bournelyf Special Camp and EmpowerU Specialty Fitness to deliver an afternoon of adaptive fitness programming for children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event, held at Bournelyf’s West Chester campus and made possible through sponsorship from Bentley Systems, featured inclusive workouts led by certified personal trainers…
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Chester County OIC Celebrates a Year of Learning and Community Progress
As Chester County OIC (CCOIC) reflects on the year so far, the organization celebrates a season of educational progress, community impact, and continued commitment to dismantling generational poverty through learning and opportunity. “We don’t just teach — we empower,” said Javonna Wylie, President and CEO of CCOIC. “Every GED earned, every permit passed, every tutoring…
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Philadelphia Flyers Introduce Youth Hockey to Almost 200 Youth at Coatesville YMCA
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) and the Philadelphia Flyers recently came together on Jul. 29 to host a high-energy, hockey-focused youth engagement event at the Coatesville YMCA. Almost 200 summer campers, ages 6 to 14, rotated through interactive skills stations led by Flyers staff and former Flyers player Riley Cote. YGBW received Flyers-branded equipment and a surprise…
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WilmU One-on-One: 2025 Graduate Thomas Burt Shares His Success in the M.S. in Digital Communication Program
Thomas Burt was the 2025 commencement speaker for the WilmU College of Technology, Graduate Programs Ceremony. His time at Wilmington University in the M.S. in Digital Communication program deepened his passion for the field of communication. It also opened new doors, leading to an internship with the Public Health Management Corporation and eventually to his current role…
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Harcum College Receives Historic $40 Million Gift from Estate of Louise Strauss
Harcum College has received an extraordinary $40 million gift from the estate of Louise Strauss, a devoted former trustee (2009-2024). This historic donation marks the largest single gift in the College’s history. It will have a transformative impact on generations of students to come — particularly those from underserved communities — which has been a…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Highlights Inclusive Approach to Summer Camp with Adaptive Programs Tour
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) welcomed families, partners, and community members on Tuesday, Jun. 29, to its Upper Main Line YMCA branch for a guided tour of its Adaptive Summer Camp programs. The event offered a firsthand look at Bumblebee Day Camp, YGBW’s adaptive summer program designed for children with developmental delays and disabilities. Bumblebee Camp provides a…
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Five DCCC Students Selected for Wistar Institute Biomedical Technician Training Program
Five Delaware County Community College (DCCC) students took part in advanced biomedical research this summer after being selected to participate in the highly competitive Wistar Institute Biomedical Technician Training Program (BTT). The students are Kyle Hocevar of Drexel Hill, Leila Nair of Chester Springs, Danlei (Clair) Tien of Newtown Square, Eden VanDyke of Media, and Lillian Yost of…
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Explore Your Future at WilmU’s Virtual Open House – Aug. 6
Wilmington University (WilmU) invites prospective students to its Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 6, running from 7:00 AM-7:00 PM. Whether you’re launching your education journey or aiming to advance your career, this all-day online event offers a perfect opportunity to explore what WilmU has to offer — from the comfort of your home. With…
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Harcum College Receives Grant to Launch Women’s Flag Football
The Harcum College Athletics Department has received a $5,000 grant from the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Foundation, NFL Flag, and Reigning Champs Experiences to support the development of a Women’s Flag Football program. With this funding, Harcum is taking a major step toward expanding athletic opportunities for women, aiming to be at the…
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