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Volunteer as a Parade Marshal for the West Chester Christmas Parade, Sponsored by Chester County Hospital
The West Chester Christmas Parade, sponsored by Chester County Hospital, is accepting applications for 125 parade marshals as 13-foot-tall floats, local Olympians, and the 2024 Mummers Champion String Band prepare for the parade. “This is a big year for us, with an all-star lineup of performers joining our area’s top marching bands along the eight-block…
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West Chester University Welcomes Poet Ramya Ramana to Campus for Free Public Reading Oct. 22
West Chester University (WCU) welcomes New York-based poet Ramya Ramana, former Youth Poet Laureate of New York City, to campus for a poetry reading on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 4:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public. The reading is in WCU’s Philips Autograph Library, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street,…
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Join Meri the Book Fairy for Meridian Bank’s Young Savers Reading Initiative
Meridian Bank’s West Chester branch invites children to join Meri the Book Fairy for its Young Savers Reading Initiative. At the branch’s newly installed Readers Corner, children can peruse the book selection and even earn a $20 prize just by spending some time reading. Meri, the Meridian Bank book fairy, loves reading and believes books…
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CCFB Shares Updates in Eligibility for State Food Purchase Program To Support Veterans
Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) has revealed updated eligibility requirements for Pennsylvania’s State Food Purchase Program (SFPP). This program provides access to nutritious food for residents who meet specific income criteria, as determined by a Self-Declaration of Need form. As of Aug. 16, 2024, significant changes to eligibility were enacted under Act 27 of 2024,…
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Katherine A. Fow Joins Lamb McErlane’s Family Law Practice
Katherine ‘Katie’ Fow has joined Lamb McErlane PC’s Family Law practice as an Associate. Fow will concentrate her practice in divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, and other family law matters. Prior to joining Lamb McErlane, Fow practiced at a Montgomery County firm. During law school, Fow was a Legal Intern at the Office of the…
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WCU Department of Theatre & Dance Presents the New Musical ‘Be More Chill’ Oct. 17-20
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance presents the musical Be More Chill from Oct. 17-20. Guest Director Devon Sinclair helms the show. The music and lyrics are by Joe Iconis, with libretto by Joe Tracz. Be More Chill is based on the 2004 novel of the same name by Ned Vizzini. Be More…
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DCCC Skilled Trades Students Explore Career Opportunities at Philadelphia Airport
More than 45 students from Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Skilled Trades Program visited Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on Sept. 23 to explore career possibilities in plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), carpentry, auto, and mechanical. DCCC’s Workforce & Economic Development Division supports employers and students in Delaware, Chester, and surrounding Counties with programs aligned with the…
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Brumbaugh Wealth Management Shares a Brief Guide to Condo Insurance
The ownership structure of a condominium unit is different from that of a single-family house. Here’s what you need to know when purchasing insurance for your condo.1 1. Understand the Master Policy Since the ownership of all common areas is shared with other condo owners, the association of owners typically purchases insurance coverage (a master…
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The American Dream of Homeownership: A Call to Action in Chester County
Homeownership is “the American dream.” Unfortunately, for many hard-working Americans, it has become a distant dream. One in six families now spends more than half of their income on housing. At Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, we believe that homeownership should not be a distant dream, but a reality for all hard-working individuals and…
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Aqua Pennsylvania, in Collaboration with PEC, Expands ‘Protect Your Drinking Water’ Program Grants
Aqua Pennsylvania’s efforts to protect its communities’ water sources continue, having revealed the second round of grants for the “Protect Your Drinking Water” program. In partnership with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), the 2025 program will expand beyond the Chester/Ridley/Crum watershed, which was the focus in 2024, to include the Neshaminy Creek and the East…
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MacElree Harvey Supports Local School After Fire by Hosting Charity Jeans Day Oct. 11
In the wake of a tragic fire that destroyed the lower school building at St. Francis of Assisi on Oct. 7, MacElree Harvey demonstrated its ongoing commitment to the community by hosting a Charity Jeans Day on Friday, Oct. 11. All contributions will go directly toward assisting the school’s recovery efforts, showing solidarity and support…
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Hankin Group Opens Pennsylvania’s First Phius ZERO Multifamily Community
Hankin Group recently celebrated the grand opening of Hamilton Passive House, marking what will be Pennsylvania’s first Phius ZERO apartment community and one of the first 100 percent market rate, Phius ZERO communities in the country. The net zero, 32-unit luxury building completes the first phase of Hamilton at Eagleview, the award-winning, 156-unit eco-friendly apartment…
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Raise a Glass for a Cause: Support Chester County Hospital with the Crush Cancer Wine & Ale Trail
This October, Chester County Hospital is sharing how you can raise a glass to support a great cause. How? Just purchase the Crush Cancer Wine & Ale Trail Smartphone App — your passport to explore local wineries, breweries, distilleries, and eateries all across Chester County. When you purchase the Crush Cancer Wine & Ale Trail App ($50), you…
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Penn State Great Valley Shares Highlights from the Global Careers Institute for Grad Students
Graduate students attended the Global Careers Institute on Sept. 27 and 28, co-hosted by Penn State Global and Penn State Great Valley. This professional development event, held on Great Valley’s campus and designed for both international and domestic students, offered presentations and networking opportunities to help students prepare for career success in the global marketplace. Approximately 115…
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Prepare for a STEM Career with WilmU’s New Biotechnology and Forensic Science Certificates
Have you ever taken a COVID-19 rapid test at home? Scientists developed it using biotechnology — along with everything from vaccines to biofuels to pest-resistant crops. You could enter this dynamic, in-demand field with Wilmington University’s new Certificate in Biotechnology. It’s part of WilmU’s expanded STEM offerings, which also include a new Certificate in Forensic Science. …
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WCU To Host Sustainability Double Feature on Oct. 16 Featuring Greg Wrenn and Zach Brown
Writer Greg Wrenn turned to coral reefs and a psychedelic tea called ayahuasca in search of healing from complex PTSD. Mothership: A Memoir of Wonder and Crisis is his deeply researched account of that journey and the subject of his free presentation at West Chester University on Wednesday, Oct. 16. This event begins at 3:30 PM in…
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DCCC Receives Bequest of $1 Million from Louise A. Strauss
The Delaware County Community College (DCCC) Educational Foundation has received an estate gift of $1 million from the late Louise A. Strauss. The gift will establish an endowed scholarship fund for students from Coatesville who wish to attend DCCC. As the community college of Delaware and Chester Counties, DCCC currently enrolls over 320 students per…
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Immaculata University Hosting Undergraduate Open House Nov. 16
Immaculata University is hosting an open house on its Malvern campus on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. This event is designed for high school students and college students interested in transferring. Attendees can enjoy a buffet breakfast and meet with admissions counselors to discuss academic programs, financial aid, student clubs and organizations, athletics…
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