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WCU Study Links Emotional Intelligence to Stress Regulation in Preschoolers
A new study from West Chester University, led by WCU Psychology Professor Dr. Eleanor Brown, has found that preschool children who have a better understanding of emotions have lower levels of cortisol, a primary stress hormone. This research, which focused on children attending Head Start programs who are economically disadvantaged, highlights the potential benefits of…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Breaks Ground on Shenango Valley Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project
Aqua Pennsylvania recently broke ground at its Shenango Valley Water Treatment Plant in Mercer County. Aqua leadership joined elected officials and community leaders to kick off a construction project that will ensure safe water and a healthier environment for 21,000 customers in Northwestern Pennsylvania and parts of Trumbull County, Ohio. The plant upgrades will improve…
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C&N Recognizes Katelyn K. Ackley for Achieving CCXP Certification
C&N, the region’s leading financial services company, recognizes Katelyn K. Ackley, AVP/Customer Experience Coordinator, who has successfully earned the Certified Customer Experience Professional (CCXP) certification. Administered by the Customer Experience Professionals Association™, a nonprofit, independent association, this prestigious designation demonstrates Ackley’s commitment to excellence in customer service and aligns with C&N’s ongoing dedication to providing…
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WCU’s iCamp Celebrates Expansion and Growth in Seventh Season of Free Summer Media Program
West Chester University’s (WCU) College of Arts and Humanities recently hosted about 35 high school students housed on-campus for iCamp, the summer media program for rising juniors and seniors in high school. Campers immersed themselves in digital media projects including podcasts, websites, games, and filmmaking. They enjoyed the camaraderie of working together to shed light…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Shares Self-Care for Parents and Guardians
Often described as the most rewarding job, parenting is a one-of-a-kind experience with ups and downs along the way. Parents and guardians put in long hours over the years because parenting is a 24/7 commitment. While it feels like there isn’t an off-switch, it is important to remember that taking time away from your at-home…
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HFHCC To Host Its 21st Annual Driving To Build Golf Tournament Sept. 9
Habitat for Humanity of Chester County (HFHCC) will host its 21st Annual Driving to Build Golf Tournament on Sept. 9 at French Creek Golf Club (4500 Conestoga Road, Elverson). Registration and sponsorship for the Golf Outing are now open, with various sponsorship types available to choose from. The buffet reception and kitchen sponsor for the…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Installs PFAS Treatment System at Montgomery County Well Station
Aqua Pennsylvania has completed the PFAS treatment system installation at its Perkiomen Woods well station in Montgomery County. This is the fourth PFAS treatment facility that Aqua Pennsylvania has completed and placed into operation since 2018, all of which meet the new PFAS national drinking water standard. This new system removes PFAS from drinking water…
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Pennsylvania’s ‘Hunters Sharing the Harvest’ Program Benefits Chester County Food Bank
Did you know there’s a program that helps make sure interested hunters may share their bounty with those less fortunate? The Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) is grateful to receive thousands of pounds of venison each year, thanks to Hunters Sharing the Harvest (HSH) and generous local hunters. HSH is a charitable program that connects hunters with butchers across…
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Are Subscriptions Cutting into Your Retirement Savings?
From Hulu to Disney+, many households have come to rely on streaming services for convenient sources of home news and entertainment. While some subscriptions can enhance your daily routines and experiences, they can also sneakily erode your retirement savings. The good news is that you may not need to cancel all of your subscriptions just…
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First Resource Bank Celebrates Prestigious Awards: Best Places to Work and Best Bank
In a year of significant achievements, First Resource Bank is celebrating being named a “Best Places to Work Company” by the Philadelphia Business Journal and the “Best Bank along the Main Line” in the Main Line Times Readers’ Choice Contest. These accolades mark the sixth time the Bank has been recognized as a Best Places…
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A Guide to Six Common College Expenses
College is the time when many people branch out into the world on their own, experiencing complete independence and responsibility for the first time. Smartly managing your finances can be one of the most difficult responsibilities to master, and the sheer cost of college expenses can make it even more troublesome. With some planning and…
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Local Nonprofits To Share Services at Chester County Library Every Tuesday
Beginning on Aug. 20, the Chester County Library & District Center will launch a new initiative called Connect Tuesdays. Every Tuesday, the Library will welcome a different nonprofit organization to host an information table promoting their services. Topics will include housing, employment, mental health, disability assistance, and more. Each week of Connect Tuesdays is dedicated…
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From El Salvador to Oz: A Tale of Family, Identity, and Hope
Brian Quijada began his playwriting career by reproducing a scene from his third-grade classroom in his award-winning play, Where Did We Sit on the Bus? When learning about Rosa Parks, Quijada asked “Where did we [Latino/Latine people] sit on the bus?” His teacher responded, “They weren’t around.” This untrue statement demonstrated to Quijada the absence of…
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Why Private Preferred Stocks Are an Investment You Should Consider
This double agent of stocks could be a strong investment in your portfolio. Most people know that businesses can be private or public. A business may choose to sell common stock or preferred stock. But, what most people do not know is that a public company can also sell private preferred stock. Public common stock is open to daily stock market…
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Hearing Loss and Dementia
Age-related hearing loss, also referred to as presbycusis, can develop gradually with advancing age. It is prevalent, with over half of individuals in the United States aged 75 and above experiencing some degree of age-related hearing impairment. While it is commonly understood that hearing can deteriorate with age, it is less widely known that untreated…
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Kennett Symphony Receives Significant Annual Perpetual Support from J.M. Blair Trust
Dr. Timothy Vance Blair, the court-appointed Administrator of the J.M. Blair Family Trust, has established a generous annuity to benefit the Kennett Symphony of Chester County in perpetuity. This gift fulfills Blair’s wish to provide lasting support for the Symphony’s work. Blair has been a champion of Chester County charities for decades, including the Kennett…
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Harcum College’s 2016 Graduate Mihailo Vasic Competes in the Paris Olympics
Mihailo Vasic ’16 is competing in the Olympics in Paris. This is his second appearance in the 3×3 basketball competition, representing his home country of Serbia. In 2021, he brought home a bronze medal, becoming the first Harcum athlete to medal in the Olympic games. The Serbian team has been the gold standard in 3×3…
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DCCC Recognized for Commitment To Improving Experiences for First-Generation College Students
FirstGen Forward™, formerly the Center for First-Generation Student Success, recently named Delaware County Community College as one of 80 new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2024-25. To be selected as a FirstGen Forward Network member, DCCC displayed a demonstrated commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students. “We are extremely…
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