• WCU’s Exercise Is Medicine Day Brings Campus and Community Together for a Celebration of Health and Wellness

    WCU’s Exercise Is Medicine Day Brings Campus and Community Together for a Celebration of Health and Wellness

    Around 25-30 student organizations and community groups came together on the Academic Quad at West Chester University on Wednesday, April 22, for the annual Exercise Is Medicine Day (EIM) event. From 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, the quad buzzed with energy as attendees enjoyed free health screenings, giveaways, snacks, and interactive activities — all aimed at promoting…

  • Hankin Group Unveils Eagleview Milestone: Kimberton Whole Foods and New Luxury Apartments Open in Exton

    Hankin Group Unveils Eagleview Milestone: Kimberton Whole Foods and New Luxury Apartments Open in Exton

    Hankin Group is marking a big moment at Eagleview Town Center with not one, but two exciting openings. Kimberton Whole Foods is set to debut its largest Chester County location on April 27, bringing a fresh, community-focused grocery experience to Exton. Just above the store, Claremont on the Square is welcoming residents into 41 brand-new…

  • Step Into History: ‘The Woman Question’ Brings Trailblazing Women of Medicine to Life at People’s Light

    Step Into History: ‘The Woman Question’ Brings Trailblazing Women of Medicine to Life at People’s Light

    Step into a powerful piece of history — reimagined for today. This spring, People’s Light in Malvern premieres The Woman Question, a bold and imaginative new play that shines a spotlight on the trailblazing women who pursued careers in medicine at a time when it was nearly impossible. Running May 6-24 on the Leonard C.…

  • DCCC’s Natalia Rodriguez Lopez Receives $3,000 Scholarship, Named to National and Statewide Academic Teams

    DCCC’s Natalia Rodriguez Lopez Receives $3,000 Scholarship, Named to National and Statewide Academic Teams

    Delaware County Community College student Natalia Rodriguez Lopez of West Chester was selected from more than 2,300 nominees nationwide for the prestigious 2026 All-USA Academic Team. In recognition of her intellectual achievement, leadership, and community and campus engagement, Rodriguez Lopez will receive a $3,000 scholarship. She was also honored during the American Association of Community…

  • 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Dr. Marcus Swinson

    2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Dr. Marcus Swinson

    For Dr. Marcus Swinson, education is more than a career; it’s a pathway to changing lives and expanding opportunity. Formerly as Director of Branch Campus Operations at Delaware County Community College’s Downingtown Center, and now in his new role as Dean of Students, Swinson has focused his work on improving access, removing barriers, and creating…

  • From Caring for Patients to Caring for the Planet: A Chester County Hospital Nurse’s Mission for Sustainability

    From Caring for Patients to Caring for the Planet: A Chester County Hospital Nurse’s Mission for Sustainability

    Maura Frignito, BSN, a nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, spends most of her days caring for patients recovering from surgery. Outside of work, she’s a mother of four boys, and recently, the driving force behind a sneaker recycling effort that’s making a difference both inside and outside…

  • Harcum College Honors Healthcare Innovator Karthik Ganesh as Commencement Speaker and Doctorate Recipient

    Harcum College Honors Healthcare Innovator Karthik Ganesh as Commencement Speaker and Doctorate Recipient

    Harcum College will celebrate innovation and impact at its 110th Commencement Ceremony by welcoming OnMed CEO Karthik Ganesh as keynote speaker and honorary doctorate recipient. Recognized for his leadership in expanding access to healthcare, Ganesh will receive a Doctor of Humane Letters in Health Science and share insights with graduates on navigating a rapidly evolving…

  • 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Elizabeth Dreibelbis

    2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Elizabeth Dreibelbis

    For Elizabeth “Liz” Dreibelbis, building something meaningful has always started with a vision — and the courage to bring it to life. As Strategic Director and Co-Founder of A Haven, Dreibelbis helps guide the organization’s long-term vision, growth, and sustainability. In her role, she works closely with leadership to shape strategic development and ensure the…

  • Wilmington University to Host All-Day Open House with Online and In-Person Options on May 6

    Wilmington University to Host All-Day Open House with Online and In-Person Options on May 6

    Thinking about going back to school or starting something new? Wilmington University is opening its doors — both virtually and in person — for a full day of exploration, guidance, and opportunity. The university will host an Open House on Wednesday, May 6, offering prospective students the flexibility to connect online from 7:00 AM-7:00 PM,…

  • A Smarter Way to Address Affordable Housing in Chester County

    A Smarter Way to Address Affordable Housing in Chester County

    In Chester County, the cost of housing is rising faster than wages, and the impact is being felt across our communities. The people who teach in local schools, care for loved ones, and keep the local economy running are finding it harder to afford to live here. This is no longer a challenge isolated to…

  • YMCA of Greater Brandywine Recognizes the Impact of 5,859 Volunteers at the Celebration of Service

    YMCA of Greater Brandywine Recognizes the Impact of 5,859 Volunteers at the Celebration of Service

    Leaders, staff, and volunteers from the YMCA of Greater Brandywine joined together at Penn Oaks Golf Club on April 15 to celebrate the impact of volunteers. The Celebration of Service, formerly Breakfast of Champions, is the organization’s biggest annual volunteer recognition event. “Volunteerism begins with a simple yes, and it quickly becomes part of who…

  • 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Caroline Donato

    2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Caroline Donato

    From an early introduction to the courtroom to becoming a partner in her field, Caroline G. Donato has built a career defined by advocacy, integrity, and purpose. As a Partner at MacElree Harvey, Ltd., Donato focuses on criminal defense, representing clients and safeguarding their constitutional rights in the face of government action. Her work centers…

  • Aqua Pennsylvania Wins $3.6 Million in PENNVEST Funding for Lead Service Line Replacements

    Aqua Pennsylvania Wins $3.6 Million in PENNVEST Funding for Lead Service Line Replacements

    In a move to improve water infrastructure, Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a $3.6 million low-interest loan through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority for lead service line replacements throughout Delaware County. Nearly 400 customer-owned lead and galvanized steel service lines will be replaced in the following communities: · Upper Darby · East Lansdowne · Lansdowne…

  • Building Bridges Across Generations: How Barclay Friends and Exton Elementary Are Redefining Community

    Building Bridges Across Generations: How Barclay Friends and Exton Elementary Are Redefining Community

    Barclay Friends recently welcomed fourth-grade students from Exton Elementary for a meaningful intergenerational project that highlights the power of connection across generations. During their visit, students spent time with residents listening to their life stories, asking thoughtful questions, and working to capture those memories in writing. What began as a classroom-inspired activity quickly became a…

  • 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Ethan Healey

    2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Ethan Healey

    For Ethan Healey, every call, every training, and every dose of naloxone represents an opportunity to save a life. As Project Naloxone Manager and EMT with Good Fellowship Ambulance & EMS Training Institute, Healey plays a critical role in combating the opioid crisis across Chester County. His work focuses on distributing naloxone — a life-saving…

  • Wilmington University Law Students Launch Law Review

    Wilmington University Law Students Launch Law Review

    Wilmington University School of Law students have launched the Wilmington Law Review, a student-edited journal that published its inaugural volume on March 20, 2026. Bringing the publication to life required students to build its structure, processes, and editorial foundation from the ground up, says Law Student and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Marisa Rauscher, who holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology…

  • Two DCCC Students Named 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Semifinalists

    Two DCCC Students Named 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Semifinalists

    The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation shares that Delaware County Community College students Paulina Jaus of Media and Fatumata Kaba of Folcroft are among the semifinalists for its highly competitive Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. The Foundation named 485 semifinalists for the scholarship, which supports the nation’s top community college students with financial need seeking to complete a bachelor’s degree at four-year…

  • WCU’s Pistachio Quick Bread Contest Brings Campus Together One Bite at a Time

    WCU’s Pistachio Quick Bread Contest Brings Campus Together One Bite at a Time

    The College of Health Sciences at West Chester University recently hosted its third annual Food and Sensory Evaluation Competition through the Department of Nutrition, led by Associate Professor Dr. Amir Golmohamadi. Four teams from across campus created original quick bread recipes centered on a single, distinctive ingredient: pistachio. Each team included students, faculty, and staff…