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DCCC Offers Tuition-Free Welding Certification for 40 Students via Philadelphia Works’ Good Job Challenge
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will train up to 40 students to become entry-level welders at no cost through the Collegiate Consortium for Workforce and Economic Development, which has been awarded $296,987 from the Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce in support of the Philadelphia Works’ Good Jobs Challenge in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Employment opportunities…
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Aqua PA Enhances Chester County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 5,000 Feet of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 5,000 feet of aging water mains in West Goshen Township and West Chester Borough, Chester County. The existing cast iron pipes, which have exceeded their lifespan of 15-100 years, are being replaced with new copper mains and ductile iron mains made from nearly 90 percent recycled materials, ensuring more reliable service…
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Wilmington University Celebrates the 1,000th Graduate of the Launcher Entrepreneurship Program
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, Wilmington University (WilmU) hosted the fall 2024 graduation ceremony for the West End Neighborhood House (WENH) Launcher Entrepreneurship Program, which marked an exciting milestone: celebrating the program’s 1,000th graduate, Kiandra Parks. Parks, one of 81 graduates in the cohort, was selected as the embodiment of the program’s spirit and success. She leads Heritage Urban Farm…
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Essential Utilities Celebrates 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Reinforces Water Quality Commitment
Essential Utilities is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, a landmark legislation safeguarding public health. To commemorate this milestone, Essential — through its water utility, Aqua — is reinforcing its efforts to protect water quality. “The Safe Drinking Water Act has been the cornerstone of safe drinking water protection for the…
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Register Now for DCCC’s Nurse Aide Program Starting Jan. 29
Nursing Assistants are a High Priority Occupation (HPO) in Chester County, with a projected growth of 8.9 percent between 2020-2030. Launch your healthcare career in just four months by enrolling in Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Nurse Aide Program, a 133-hour intensive course that prepares students for employment in acute care, acute rehab, hospice, home healthcare,…
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Hankin Apartments Recognized in 2024 ‘Best Places to Work Multifamily’ Ranking
Hankin Apartments, Hankin Group’s premier property management company, has been recognized by Multifamily Leadership on the 2024 “Best Places to Work Multifamily” list for the sixth consecutive year. The company was also recognized in the “Best Places to Work Multifamily for Women” category. The annual awards program recognizes the best employers in the multifamily property…
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Brandywine Valley Returns to Its Roots: New Office in Exton by March 2025
For over 30 years, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning has served the greater Chester County area with heating, cooling, and HVAC installation — and the company isn’t slowing down. By early 2025, Bill Ronayne and his team have plans to return to their roots in Exton with a brand new office on Commerce Drive. The move was made…
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Aqua PA Reaches Milestone: 1,000 Lead and Galvanized Service Lines Replaced
One year since kicking off major efforts to replace customer-owned lead and galvanized service lines across the state, Aqua Pennsylvania has now completed replacements at 1,000 homes and businesses across the Commonwealth. These service line replacement projects are a major improvement for customers in 62 municipalities throughout Pennsylvania. Customer-owned service lines are the pipes running…
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Penn State Great Valley Hosts Art Exhibit Celebrating Women’s Voices and Experiences
Penn State Great Valley recently unveiled a special exhibit presented in collaboration with the Regional Center for Women in the Arts (RCWA). The exhibit, titled 24 Years of Women in the Arts, spans from Nov. 12 to Jan. 6 and features a vibrant collection of works by visionary artists dedicated to celebrating women’s voices and…
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Brumbaugh Wealth Management Shares Reasons Why You Should Invest in Your 401(k)
Even if retirement isn’t in your immediate future, saving and investing now can help you live comfortably after you’re done working. One of your most impactful opportunities to save, and even earn, over time is by investing in your 401(k). You may be familiar with some of the benefits, from employer contributions to reduced taxes.…
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Propell Credit Union’s Campaign Encourages Chester County to “Start Local, Spend Local, Save Local”
Small businesses are the backbone of Chester County, and their success relies on the support of the community. Propell Credit Union’s Start Local, Spend Local, Save Local campaign calls on residents to keep their dollars local by recognizing and supporting the small and medium-sized businesses that drive the region’s economy. This initiative celebrates the businesses…
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Essential Utilities Donates $385,000 to United Way, Matches Employee Giving
Essential Utilities Inc. raised more than $770,000 in total contributions during the company’s 2024-2025 United Way campaign. The total donation was achieved through individual pledges made by employees from its water and gas segments, Aqua and Peoples Natural Gas, as well as a matching gift from the company’s Essential Foundation, presented to the United Way…
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42 Cadets Graduate from DCCC’s Municipal Police Academy, Including 16 SEPTA Police Officers
Forty-two new police officers graduated from Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Municipal Police Academy on Thursday, Dec. 12 during a ceremony held at Ridley Middle School in Ridley Park. The graduation class included 16 newly hired officers for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, nine Chester County Sheriff’s Office officers, two Chester City officers, two Drexel…
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MacElree Harvey CEO Named to the Most Admired CEOs 2024 List in ‘Philadelphia Business Journal’
Philadelphia Business Journal has named MacElree Harvey CEO Michelle Foster a “Most Admired CEO.” Foster, who is originally from Philadelphia and studied at Villanova University, stated that at MacElree Harvey, she has always focused on maintaining a standard of excellence by consistently operating “above the line.” “This means fostering an open and positive approach rooted…
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Penn State Global Hosts Day of Service, Leadup to Sustainability Conference
On Oct. 12, Penn State Global hosted a multi-campus synchronous Day of Service aimed at getting students involved in sustainability work in their communities. More than 80 students from five campuses — Abington, Berks, Brandywine, Great Valley, and University Park — participated in four service experiences, including planting trees, invasive species removal, service work at…
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Take Your First Step Toward a Behavioral Health Career With WilmU’s New Associate Degree
If you are interested in working in areas of mental health care, substance abuse counseling or recovery support; becoming a corrections officer; providing geriatric or foster care; or working in youth and family services — then think about a career in behavioral health. It is one of the fastest-growing fields, according to the Bureau of…
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First Resource Bank Donates $350,000 in EITC Contributions to Over 50 Local Schools and Organizations
First Resource Bank recently contributed $350,000 to over 50 local schools and organizations through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program. This significant donation underscores the Bank’s deep commitment to giving back to the communities it serves and its unwavering belief in the transformative power of education. Since 2011, First Resource Bank has been a…
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Ray Didinger’s Play ‘Tommy and Me’ Coming to People’s Light Jan. 7-26
People’s Light will present Tommy and Me, the critically acclaimed autobiographical play by legendary Philadelphia sports commentator and Hall of Fame Writer Ray Didinger. Directed by Joe Canuso, the production runs Jan. 7-26, 2025, and delves into the inspiring true story of Didinger’s childhood hero, Tommy McDonald, and his journey to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.…
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