• People’s Light Reveals Its 50th Anniversary, 2024-2025 Season Schedule

    People’s Light Reveals Its 50th Anniversary, 2024-2025 Season Schedule

    The 2024-2025 Season at People’s Light marks the 50th Anniversary of the Malvern-based Theatre, and it is celebrating accordingly. There is a lot of music and magic in store, so don’t miss out on the party with these thrilling shows: It’s our party and we’ll SING if we want to! What: The Porch on Windy…

  • WilmU Construction Management Certificate Paves the Road to Success

    WilmU Construction Management Certificate Paves the Road to Success

    With a retirement surge in construction managers, Wilmington University’s Construction Management certificate offers up-and-coming workers a foundation for career advancement and paves an accelerated pathway to a business degree. “This program embodies our commitment to providing industry-aligned education that prepares our students for immediate and impactful careers in the construction management field,” said Dr. Robin Weinstein, Dean of the College of Business.…

  • Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital Achieves Third Magnet Recognition

    Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital Achieves Third Magnet Recognition

    Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital (CCH) attained Magnet recognition for the third consecutive time, which is a testament to its continued dedication to high-quality nursing practice. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes healthcare organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. This credential is the highest national honor for professional nursing…

  • School’s Out For Summer: Ensuring Every Child Has a Safe Home

    School’s Out For Summer: Ensuring Every Child Has a Safe Home

    As the school year draws to a close, the familiar routines of homework and packed lunches give way to the freedom of summer days. For many children, this break is a time of exploration, growth, and fun-filled adventures. However, for some families in the community, the end of school brings challenges — particularly in ensuring…

  • Aqua Pennsylvania Shares Fun and Easy Ways To Keep Children Hydrated

    Aqua Pennsylvania Shares Fun and Easy Ways To Keep Children Hydrated

    During the hot summer months, it’s important to ensure kids drink enough liquids to stay hydrated throughout the day. Developing healthy water habits is crucial for staying energetic and alert, and can affect the dietary habits of your child for years to come. Here are some of our tips and tricks on how to get…

  • Kennett Library Makes a Monster Difference with Theatre Camp Based on ‘It’s Not Mean to Be Green’

    Kennett Library Makes a Monster Difference with Theatre Camp Based on ‘It’s Not Mean to Be Green’

    The Kennett Library will soon host its theatre camp, which will run from Jul. 15-19 in the Library’s state-of-the-art auditorium. This unique camp will bring Jamie Kleman’s children’s book, It’s Not Mean to Be Green, to life, offering campers an enriching experience in theatre arts while teaching them simple steps to help the environment. Campers…

  • Tickets On Sale Now for Kennett Symphony’s 84th Season in 2024-2025

    Tickets On Sale Now for Kennett Symphony’s 84th Season in 2024-2025

    Chester County’s only professional symphony orchestra, Kennett Symphony, and Music Director, Michael Hall, have released the events schedule for the 84th season. It includes one special event and seven exciting concerts. “Our talented musicians, dedicated Board of Directors, and I are thrilled to share our 2024-2025 Season,” said Hall, who is in his 11th season…

  • Breaking News: Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Doctrine — What Does This Mean?

    Breaking News: Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Doctrine — What Does This Mean?

    Friday, Jun. 28, marked a massive change in legislative history. The United States Supreme Court overturned a longstanding legal precedent that required courts to defer to the expertise and reasonable interpretation of federal agencies in carrying out laws passed by Congress. The “Chevron Doctrine” arises from the 1984 U.S. Supreme Court case of Chevron v.…

  • YMCA of Greater Brandywine Welcomes VP of Health Strategies, Expands Wellness Offerings

    YMCA of Greater Brandywine Welcomes VP of Health Strategies, Expands Wellness Offerings

     The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has recently welcomed Verónica López as the new VP of Health Strategies. López brings nearly three decades of experience in nursing leadership, patient advocacy, and community outreach to YGBW. “Verónica joins our team at a pivotal time,” said Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, Heather Worthy Wilson. “We are embarking…

  • Chester County OIC To Host 3rd Annual Sullivan Block Party Jul. 19

    Chester County OIC To Host 3rd Annual Sullivan Block Party Jul. 19

    The Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (CCOIC) will host its 3rd annual Sullivan Block Party on Friday, Jul. 19, from 3-7:00 PM, at 300 Kersey Street, Coatesville. At the Block Party, CCOIC is celebrating all Workforce Students who joined the network between July 2023 to June 2024, and all community members are welcome. The event…

  • Why Do Consumers Shop Local?

    Why Do Consumers Shop Local?

    July is recognized as Independent Retailers Month. At First Bank, we like to highlight the importance of shopping locally. Below are some of the many reasons that customers shop local, plus a few ways that small businesses can promote and enhance these key benefits. Why Do Consumers Shop Local? By supporting independent retailers, customers can…

  • First Resource Bancorp, Inc. Recognized as a Top Performing Bank Holding Company Under $2B in Assets

    First Resource Bancorp, Inc. Recognized as a Top Performing Bank Holding Company Under $2B in Assets

    First Resource Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for First Resource Bank, has been recognized by American Banker for the third consecutive year as one of the top-performing publicly traded community banks under $2 billion in assets. This list, compiled annually by Capital Performance Group, highlighted institutions that have excelled amongst their peers despite navigating a…

  • TMACC Bus Service Expands Access with New Stop at the Coatesville YMCA

    TMACC Bus Service Expands Access with New Stop at the Coatesville YMCA

    On Jun. 24, the Transportation Management Association of Chester County (TMACC) expanded its Coatesville Link bus route, returning scheduled public transportation to the Coatesville YMCA. This new stop is the result of a strategic partnership between TMACC and the YMCA of Greater Brandywine to enhance accessibility and equity for residents in Chester County, beginning specifically…

  • Pa. American Water, American Water Charitable Foundation Gave Nearly $2M Statewide in 2023

    Pa. American Water, American Water Charitable Foundation Gave Nearly $2M Statewide in 2023

    Recently, Pennsylvania American Water released its end-of-year charitable giving totals for 2023. Last year, the company provided more than $1.49 million through grants, general charitable contributions, and programming support to 390 organizations across Pennsylvania. When combined with the $481,900 the American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF) provided throughout the Commonwealth, the total amount of support soars…

  • Brumbaugh Wealth Management Shares Tips for Managing Money as a Couple

    Brumbaugh Wealth Management Shares Tips for Managing Money as a Couple

    When you marry or simply share a household with someone, your life changes — and your approach to managing your money may change as well. The good news is it’s usually not so difficult. At some point, you will have to ask yourselves some money questions — questions that pertain not only to your shared…

  • Alumni of Criterions Jazz Ensemble Will Return to West Chester University Campus on Jul. 18

    Alumni of Criterions Jazz Ensemble Will Return to West Chester University Campus on Jul. 18

    For the past 38 years, alumni of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble out of West Chester University’s Wells School of Music reunite each summer to reminisce, share meals, and rehearse and perform a free summer concert that has become a beloved and much-anticipated annual tradition. Free and open to the public, the concert takes place on…

  • Pottstown GoFourth! 2024 Street Fest and Fireworks Party Shows Off the Best of Pottstown

    Pottstown GoFourth! 2024 Street Fest and Fireworks Party Shows Off the Best of Pottstown

    This year’s Pottstown GoFourth! Festival Independence Day celebration has something for all ages with activities all day long. The day will begin with the Rotary Club of Pottstown’s Jul. 4 parade on High Street from Adams to Manatawny, beginning at 10:00 AM. The parade is sponsored by Creative Health Services, Inc. of Pottstown. Pottstown GoFourth!…