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Summer Kids Camps at DCCC Cover Diverse Interests, with Scholarships Available
From cooking to cyber security to drone adventures, from digital music production to ROBLOX Studio torobotics, from arts and crafts to Minecraft to AI machine learning, and from coding to construction to babysitter training with CPR and first aid certification, there is something to appeal to almost any child or young teen’s interest at Summer Kids Camps at Delaware…
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Aqua Pa. Enhances Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 16,065 Ft. of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 16,065 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The aged cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains composed of nearly 90 percent recycled materials, providing more reliable service for decades to come. These investments are part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old water…
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Lori Shapiro, Sen. Carolyn Comitta, and Acting Secretary for the PA Dept. of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe Visit WCU
Pennsylvania’s First Lady, Lori Shapiro, Senator Carolyn Comitta ’74, and Acting Secretary for the PA Department of Education, Dr. Carrie Rowe, recently visited West Chester University (WCU) to have an in-depth discussion with students about the many ways that WCU prioritizes students’ basic needs in and out of the classroom. Serving up success to its…
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Major Water Infrastructure Upgrade Enters Final Phase in Chester and Lancaster Counties
A more than decade-long Pennsylvania American Water project to replace 21 miles of water main stretching from Caln Township, Chester County, to Quarryville, Lancaster County, recently entered a new phase, bringing it one step closer to completion. The company announced that planned slip lining, a technique where a new, smaller diameter pipe is inserted into an existing…
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Experience a Revolutionary Musical Experience at People’s Light Theatre with ‘Monsieur Chopin’
Recently highlighted by The Philadelphia Inquirer, Monsieur Chopin at People’s Light Theatre offers a captivating fusion of theater, music, and history. In this one-man show, created and performed by Hershey Felder, audiences are transported into the world of Polish Pianist-Composer Fryderyk Chopin, where the most beautiful of his music is played live. As the show…
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More than 3,100 Will Graduate at WCU’s Spring Commencement Ceremonies
West Chester University has organized 16 separate commencement ceremonies to accommodate 3,176* spring graduates and their guests. The campus ceremonies take place between Friday, May 9, and Sunday, May 11, in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in Philips Memorial Building and Hollinger Field House. View the Commencement schedule, location details, and parking info here. There…
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2025 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Carey Snow
As the Senior Director of Culinary Operations and Workforce Development at the Chester County Food Bank, Carey Snow’s passion for food meets purpose every day. Originally from Maynard, Mass., Snow’s first taste of the working world came early, scooping ice cream at Erikson’s Dairy at just 13. That introduction to food service sparked an enduring…
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Senator Carolyn Comitta, Truist, and Joe Tankle Receive Top Honors at YGBW Breakfast of Champions
Leaders, staff, and volunteers from the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) joined in a celebration on Apr. 23 at Penn Oaks Golf Club for the Breakfast of Champions, YGBW’s biggest volunteer recognition event of the year. “What starts as an act of service becomes a reflection of who we are,” stated Dr. Scott Heinerichs, Dean…
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West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents ‘Hansel & Gretel’ May 3-4
West Chester University’s (WCU) Wells School of Music (WSOM) and the West Chester University Opera Theatre present Hansel & Gretel by Englebert Humperdinck on Saturday, May 3, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, May 4, at 3:00 PM, in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. Tickets are…
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2025 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Melissa Rheinstadter
As an Associate Attorney at Lamb McErlane, P.C., Melissa Rheinstadter brings focus and creativity to serving the municipalities of Chester County. Born and raised in Delaware County, Rheinstadter moved to West Chester after graduating from law school — a move that has allowed her to embed herself in one of the region’s most dynamic legal…
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Young Builders Dream Big at HFHCC’s 22nd Annual ‘Build a House… Build a Dream’ Contest
Creativity and compassion took center stage on Saturday, Mar. 8, as fifth-grade students from across the Delaware Valley gathered at Stetson Middle School in West Chester for Habitat for Humanity of Chester County’s 22nd annual Build a House… Build a Dream contest. Designed to spark imagination while fostering awareness about affordable housing, the beloved event…
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WCU Alumnus Jake Henry Wins First Place at Salisbury University’s Prestigious Shore Hatchery Competition
West Chester University (WCU) alumnus Jake Henry won first place and a $35,000 prize at the Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation Shore Hatchery Program competition, hosted by Salisbury University’s Perdue School of Business, in Salisbury, Md. Henry, who graduated in 2023, impressed judges with his wearable device designed to treat musculoskeletal pain without…
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WCU’s Wells School of Music Presents the Eighth Annual Concert on the Quad on Thursday, May 1
Pack some snacks and bring your lawn chairs! West Chester University’s Wells School of Music presents the eighth annual Concert on the Quad on Thursday, May 1, from 4:30-6:30 PM. Four ensembles will perform free for all students, staff, faculty, and the general public. The concert is free and will be played on the Quad,…
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First Resource Bank Triumphs in Community Food Drive, Collecting Nearly 1,600 lbs. of Food for CCFB
First Resource Bank, a community bank based in Exton, with three locations, has emerged victorious in a spirited “food fight” competition among five financial institutions. The challenge aimed to collect the most food to support the Chester County Food Bank (CCFB), which distributes over 3.9 million meals annually to combat hunger in the community. Despite…
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2025 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Tess Protesto
As the Marketing Manager at Haverford Systems Inc., Tess Protesto plays a central role in shaping how brands like PTZOptics, HuddleCamHD, and StreamGeeks engage with the world. Born and raised in Media, Protesto’s first job came at age 15, when she became a lifeguard. After graduating from Penncrest High School, she went on to study…
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WCU’s Inaugural Life Science Innovation Class Wins Big at Wistar Institute’s Shark Tank Event
In its first-ever run, West Chester University’s (WCU) new experiential course, MKT440-01 Life Science Innovation, has won two top awards at the prestigious Wistar Institute’s Life Science Innovation Shark Tank competition. Leading the way was the BioXvessel team, composed of WCU junior Biomedical Engineering majors Tasila Mkwayaya, Davi Saleet, and Sophia Nguyen, who are also…
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DCCC’s Return to Learn Week May 13-15 Offers Learning, Fun, and Fellowship for Adults 55 And Older
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will hold its 40th annual Return to Learn Week (formerly Elder Week) on May 13, 14 and 15, during which community members 55 years and older can learn new skills, make new friends and immerse themselves in new subject matter in specially designed mini-classes on the College’s Marple Campus (901…
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Explore New Career Resources at Chester County Library & District Center
Join the Chester County Library & District Center Business and Career Librarian, Mikaila Strano, as the library introduces new resources and services to its Business Center. The Chester County Library is introducing three new career programs held in person at the library. The first is a mock interview service in which patrons can request an…
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