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Former Chester County Commissioner Chair Michelle Kichline Joins Lamb McErlane PC
After serving nine years as Chester County Commissioner, Michelle H. Kichline joins LambMcErlane PC as Of Counsel. Kichline will focus her practice on municipal and government law,as well as litigation. During her time as Commissioner, Kichline served as the Chair of the Board and the Chair of theCounty Election Board. She developed regional planning expertise…
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Inventorying Your Possessions
Only four in ten Americans have a home inventory, despite the fact that 3.4 million Americans were displaced by natural disasters in 2022.1,2 It’s great to have insurance against damage and loss, but if you can’t show proof of your possessions, it may result in a protracted settlement process with your insurance company. Creating an…
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Chester County Hospital Names Recipients of Employee Leadership Awards
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital (CCH) has recognized several outstanding employees for their hard work and dedication through their annual employee leadership recognition program: Leaders of the Year, Everyday Hero, and Spirit of Belonging awards. The Leader of the Year Award is presented to team members who exemplify the system’s values at CCH, including delivering…
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West Chester University’s Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks “Big Ideas” for 2024 Idea Challenge
The 2024 Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500 in prize money is being awarded at this year’s competition. Let your big idea become a reality by winning this competition and jumpstarting your business. Co-hosted by the Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center, the Keiretsu Forum Mid-Atlantic, and…
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West Chester University Will Welcome New Leader in College of Sciences and Mathematics
Beginning Feb. 1, West Chester University will welcome Jessica OShaughnessy as Dean of the College of the Sciences and Mathematics. OShaughnessy has spent more than 14 years in higher education, including recently serving as Associate Provost at Stockton University in New Jersey where she managed the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, the Office of…
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Chester County Hospital Sheds Light on RSV: The Respiratory Illness You Should Know About
If you’re a parent or caregiver, you know there are a lot of illnesses that can affect children. Conditions like ear infections, the stomach flu, the common cold, and hand, foot, and mouth disease have become commonplace in many households. Sometimes, it might feel like your child is sick more often than they are well.…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Welcomes Mary Curcio as Vice President of Philanthropy
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Curcio as Vice President of Philanthropy, leading the organization’s fundraising and philanthropic efforts. Curcio is a seasoned YMCA professional passionate about building connections and community. Most recently, Curcio served as the Associate Vice President of Development at the YMCA of Central…
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Lamb McErlane PC Attorney Katherine LaDow Elected Board Secretary of the CCCBI Foundation
Lamb McErlane PC attorney Katherine “Katie” LaDow has been elected as Secretary of the Board of the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry (CCCBI) Foundation. She was recently appointed to the CCCBI Foundation Board in August of 2023. Most of the foundation’s work is the Chester County Youth Leadership Program, which focuses on creating business educational opportunities for junior…
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Immaculata University to Add Master of Science in Criminal Justice to Its Roster of Advanced Degrees
Starting in fall 2024, Immaculata University is adding a Master of Science in Criminal Justice to its offerings of career-oriented advanced degrees. The new 30-credit online program focuses on the theoretical and practical applications of the study of criminology and the criminal justice field. Topics covered include behavioral analytics, cybercrime, forensics, homeland security, policing, community relations, sociology, and the…
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Chester County OIC To Host Farewell Celebration for Executive Director Joyce Chester
On Feb. 7, 2024, Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) will host a Farewell Celebration for Executive Director Joyce Chester. The event will occur at Chester County IOC located at 22 N. Fifth Avenue, Coatesville, PA 19320. Formal remarks will begin at 4:30 PM with a reception to follow. Throughout her time as Executive Director of…
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MacElree Harvey Appoints New Partner, Matthew Cooper
MacElree Harvey recently appointed Matthew “Matt” Cooper, to Partner. Cooper joined MacElree Harvey as an Associate Attorney in 2020, concentrating his practice on assisting corporate clients with various business and legal issues such as entity formation, commercial transactions, business reorganizations, and private financings. Cooper’s experience includes counseling business entities ranging from startup companies to middle-market…
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The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Launches Month-long Date Night Marketing Campaign
During the month of February, a traditionally slower travel period in the tourism sector, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) is targeting locals and visitors with a consumer marketing program promoting easy-to-plan date ideas in Montgomery County. “February here in Montgomery County is all about having the most fun during the shortest month…
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West Chester University Weekly Sustainability Seminars Offer Resilience and Hope for the Planet
Every Wednesday at 12:00 PM, West Chester University’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) will offer a look into how West Chester University (WCU) scholars, students, and staff explore and apply principles of environmental, social, and economic sustainability in their research and on-campus work. At 50 minutes each, these Sustainability Research and Practice Seminars introduce an array of…
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Upbringing, Education, and Experiential Learning Give Holy Family Grad a Global Perspective
Perspective is a beautiful thing. Ask Daniel Ortiz; The 2020 Dean’s List and summa cum laude graduate of Holy Family University credits the diversity of his family, the challenges of his autism spectrum disorder, and the experiences of his internship with the Global Philadelphia Association with giving him a unique vantage point of the world,…
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Eastern University to Begin Capital Renovation and Expansion for Templeton Honors College and Performing Arts
Eastern University will soon begin the public phase of its capital fundraising efforts to renovate and expand the existing Workman Hall on its campus. The building will be renamed “Templeton Hall” in honor of the historic and generous support of the late Drs. John and Josephine Templeton and will become the home of the Templeton…
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WCU Professor to Hold Book-Signing and Discussion About New Book, “The Nile Swim Club of Yeadon: A History”
Through the pages of his recently released book, “The Nile Swim Club of Yeadon: A History,” West Chester University Professor of History Robert Kodosky calls attention to the historic racial inequities around swimming that have repercussions to this day. According to the CDC, Black children ages 10-14 years old drown in pools at rates over seven…
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Protect Your Identity During Tax Season
As tax season approaches, it’s time to prep your financials and stay on guard against the looming threat of tax identity theft. It is perfect timing, as the last week in January is recognized as Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Here at First Bank, we’re sharing into essential tips…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Offers a Summer Camp Preview
Believe it or not, summer will be here before we know it. Here at YMCA of Greater Brandywine, we plan to make this the best summer yet. Don’t miss out on our award-winning summer camps voted Best of Chester County 2023 by Daily Local News. Below, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about the…
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