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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Rachel Firkser
Rutledge and Chester Heights native Rachel Firkser is the Chief Financial Officer at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, where she ensures the sustainability and financial health of the organization. “The YMCA supports tens of thousands of people in our community through healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility, and my job is to make sure…
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West Chester University Professor Honored with Legislative Citations for Lifetime of Animal Protection and Advocacy
On Monday, Apr. 29, West Chester University Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Cassandra Reyes received Legislative Citations from both the PA State House and PA State Senate for her work in animal protection and advocacy. Reyes was recognized for creating the first known criminal justice college course on animal cruelty in the country, a course…
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Chester County Food Bank Among Beneficiaries of Campbell Soup Company’s $880,000 in Community Impact Grants
Campbell Soup Company and The Campbell’s Foundation have unveiled $880,000 in Community Impact Grants to 44 nonprofit organizations positively impacting communities where Campbell operates, including Chester County Food Bank in Downingtown. Chester County Food Bank and the other selected nonprofit organizations will receive $20,000 each to support programming and operations. The grants provide support to…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation Hosts Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Today, May 9
Today, May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation is hosting its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit is at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester). The Foundation invites all donors, philanthropists, corporate givers, and nonprofits to drop in from 8:00 AM-5:30 PM to learn how to make the most of…
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C&N Promotes Michael Kilgour to SVP-Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager
C&N has promoted Michael (Mike) Kilgour to Senior Vice President – Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager for the Lancaster and York areas in recognition of his exceptional performance over the almost five years he has been with C&N. Kilgour joined C&N in 2019 as Vice President of Commercial Lending Relationship Management, bringing a wealth of…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Ruthanne Monteleone
Jim Thorpe native Ruthanne Monteleone is a Wealth Advisor at Citadel Credit Union, where investment services are offered through its broker-dealer, CUSO Financial Services, L.P. She meets with Citadel members, assesses their financial situations, and makes recommendations that align with their personal financial goals. Monteleone prides herself not only on having the knowledge and experience…
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Community Turns Out for Holy Family University’s 2nd Annual Collegiate Recovery Event and Resource Fair
Hundreds of community members turned out for a day of discussions and resources centered on substance use disorder at Holy Family University’s 2nd Annual Collegiate Recovery event on May 4 on the University’s Philadelphia campus. “We know that substance use disorder and mental health challenges affect families and communities nationwide,” said University President Anne Prisco…
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Chester County Library To Host First Local Author Showcase May 19
The Chester County Library will host its inaugural Read Local! event, which will feature authors and illustrators from Chester County and neighboring regions in Pennsylvania. The event will showcase a variety of genres for both children and adults. According to April Nickel, the Youth Services Director at Chester County Library, the intention behind this event…
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Brumbaugh Wealth Management Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Brumbaugh Wealth Management celebrated its 20th Anniversary on May 1 at Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester. Over 100 clients, associates, and friends joined in the celebration. Founder and Managing Partner, Kim Brumbaugh, began the firm with just three team members in 2004. Over the years, Brumbaugh Wealth Management grew — acquiring a practice in…
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WCU To Graduate More than 3,000 at Spring Commencement Ceremonies
West Chester University has organized three days of commencement ceremonies to accommodate more than 3,000 spring graduates and their guests. Combined with the number of graduates from the University’s fall commencement last December, WCU has graduated a total of 4,365 students (both undergraduate and graduate) for the academic year 2023-2024 — 3,315 undergraduates and 1,050…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Madi Coble
Allentown and West Chester native Madi Coble is the Owner and Founder of Madi’s on a Roll, where her role is described as “all-encompassing.” Coble enjoys the flexibility, socialization, and creativity of her position. “You will find me in the kitchen prepping fillings, answering emails, running our social media accounts, working the storefront or local…
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Mid Penn Bank Team Members Volunteered for Trail Cleanup at Wissahickon Valley
Team members at Mid Penn Bank participated in a trail cleanup at Wissahickon Valley in Montgomery County on Apr. 27 in conjunction with Earth Day. The efforts included cleaning surrounding trails, creek banks, and picking up trash. Wissahickon Valley is a large urban park located in Ambler. “This park cleanup is an impactful opportunity for…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Presents Service to Youth Award to Chester County Intermediate Unit
On Thursday, Apr. 25, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) presented one of its highest honors, the Service to Youth Award, to Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) at their annual volunteer recognition event, the Breakfast of Champions, at the Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester. The YMCA’s Service to Youth Award recognizes individuals and organizations…
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West Chester University’s Long-time Embedded Therapy Dog, Muddy Puddles, Honored at Retirement ‘Paw-ty’ on May 6
West Chester University’s long-time embedded Therapy Dog, Muddy Puddles, was the guest of honor at an all-campus “paw-ty” with a pack of 15 of his visiting therapy dog buddies on Monday, May 6, from 2-4:00 PM. The celebration was held at West Chester University, Sykes Student Union Ballroom A (110 W. Rosedale Avenue, West Chester).…
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Harcum College Employee Spotlight: Rhonda Gaines
There’s a fresh face heading up Career & Transfer Services at Harcum College. Rhonda Gaines may be new to the community of Harcum students, faculty, and staff, but she is a career professional with abundant experience in the career education field with diverse interests and talents, who is also a published memoirist. She holds a…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Shawn Welsh
Malvern and West Chester native Shawn Welsh is the President of Welsh Automotive, where his main goal is to take care of the customers and team. “I love every aspect of our business, and I am very grateful for growing our small business daily,” said Welsh. Welsh, whose first job was at McDonald’s in Malvern…
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Harcum College Alumni Spotlight: Dawn Colket
Dawn Colket ’93, a Veterinary Nursing graduate, has been serving as a Surgical Technician at Hickory Veterinary Hospital since January 1994. This year, she celebrates 30 years of employment. Growing up with animals, Colket always had a passion for their care. Her career at Hickory Veterinary Hospital began under the guidance of Dr. Nadine Hackman,…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Kate Henson
Bergen County, New Jersey, native Kate Henson is the Director of Development at The Garage Community & Youth Center. There, she focuses on creating partnerships, including financial, collaborative, and relational, amongst members of the community and beyond. “I seek out sources of organizational and programmatic funding through grant writing, individual donors, and other fundraising efforts…
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