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Four High Paying Low-Stress Jobs for 2023
High salaries are commonly associated with high-stress jobs. But there’s a way to keep the cash flowing without having to compromise your mental health. Here are low-stress jobs that pay well in 2023, according to GoBankingRates.com. Statistician Average Annual Salary: $96,280 If you’re good with math and analyzing data, this might be the…
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Jazz Age Crime Drama at Greystone Hall Gives Audiences an Interactive Experience
West Chester’s Greystone Hall is hosting an interactive play involving scandal, murder, and opulent wealth during the Jazz Age, writes Maggie Mancini for the PhillyVoice. This performance of The Manor, written by Katherine Bates will have the audience and actors move throughout the house as the tales unfold. True crime fanatics will love this…
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West Chester Ice Climber’s Winter Hobby Affected by Climate Change
West Chester’s Bob Perna has an eccentric hobby that spans groups throughout the Delaware Valley and beyond. However, climate change has melted his chances to climb frozen waterfalls in the Mid-Atlantic region, writes Ad Crable for the Bay Journal. Ice climbing involves a certain set of skills and willpower for people who are willing…
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Four Remote Work Trends for 2023
While many companies are asking their employees to come back to the office, many remote positions are here to stay. Here are some trends to look out for in the remote work world, according to career agency Robert Half. Remote work is not going away In fact, remote work is becoming more popular among…
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Kennett Square Woman Celebrates Success of Pandemic-Born Cake Shop
A 30-year-old longtime Kennett Square resident is getting her just desserts. Deisy’s Cake Shop has been running since March of 2020, but despite the shutdowns, Deisy Tapia took a creative pivot to keep her business afloat, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. By offering baking kits to-go and curbside pickup, Tapia was able…
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Chester County Boasts a Rich, Unique History
Chester County has come a long way since British Quaker William Penn named the land after Chester, England in 1682. The Lenni Lenape called this land their home for centuries but were unfortunately displaced in the late 17th and 18th centuries, writes Jen Samuels for The Daily Local News One-third of the land is…
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Uptown! Covers The Legends and Icons of Rock Through February
This February, Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center has the music scene covered. Audiences will cheer on American Idol finalist, Tristan McIntosh who brings a Linda Ronstadt Experience to the stage on Feb. 23. Supported by a superb backing band, Tristan’s formidable vocal talent and stage presence will transport you to a time when Linda Ronstadt ruled…
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Four Workplace Buzzwords of 2023
The pandemic popularized workplace terminologies such as “Zoom fatigue,” as well as the more recently coined terms “quiet quitting”, “rage applying” and “Bare Minimum Monday.” Here are buzzwords to be on the lookout for in 2023, according to Business Insider. Rage Applying Ever opened your laptop after a frustrating day at work and mass…
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West Chester Conservator Restores ‘Orphan’ Abraham Lincoln Portrait
A West Chester conservator has restored an orphan presidential portrait that is now calling Washington, D.C. home, writes Roger Catlin for Smithsonian Magazine. W.F.K. Traver’s Abraham Lincoln painting is spending time at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. The painting was restored by Mark Bockrath so it could be as good as new in the renowned museum.…
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Downingtown Sixth Graders Learn Impactful CPR, AED Skills
Downingtown sixth graders are taking safety into their own hands, literally. The students are receiving training to become certified in CPR and AED use. A local non-profit, Aidan’s Heart, assists in the training, writes Hank Flynn for FOX29. The non-profit was founded by Christy Marshall-Silva who lost her 12-year-old son, Aidan to cardiac arrest. It’s…
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Four Freelance Jobs That Pay Six Figures
Six figure salaries may seem hard to come by, but there’s plenty of opportunities outside of the standard 9-5 that can rake in the bucks. Here are some freelance jobs that pay $100k or more annually. Taskrabbit Tasker This app connects people with specific skills to carry out odd jobs or tasks for the…
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Chester County Company Breaks Into Top 100 for Forbes Top 500 Employers 2023
Malvern-based Vanguard earned a top spot in Forbes 2023 list of large employers. This year, Forbes ranked 500 companies based on data from Statista which surveyed over 45,000 workers, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Large employers have a staff of 5,000 people or more. Vanguard landed in the top 100 of the…
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Founder of Early Childhood Center in Phoenixville Awarded for Making Magical Memories
When Neydary Zambrano’s now 21-year-old daughter was two years old, she struggled to find daycares that she could trust, writes Renata Kaminski for AL DIA magazine. Her daughter needed an EpiPen medication for allergies, but she found that staff were not very accommodating. So, she put matters into her own hands and opened Magical…
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Once a Pennsylvania Pest, Spotted Lanternflies Now Populating Canada
Canada is sounding the alarm on spotted lanternflies, an invasive species that is a threat to many native tree species, according to a staff report from The Sudbury Star. Spotted lanternflies “threatens many of our native tree species, including maples, poplars, pines, and cherries. Grape vines are also susceptible to this pest,” said Ontario Parks,…
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These Skills on Your Resume Will Make Impress Employers
Making a resume can seem daunting, especially with ATS software that companies might use to “filter out” employees. A lot of resumes don’t even get viewed in the job marketplace, but there are certain skills that are a surefire way to impress employers. Here are some skills to put on your resume, according to FlexJobs. …
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How This 83-Year-Old Chester County Lawyer Found His Passion for Education Equity
A Chester County lawyer and civil rights advocate has been laser-sharp focused on making educational equality his priority. 83-year-old Michael Churchill was a major player behind the case that led to a judge declaring Pennsylvania’s public education funding system unconstitutional, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. It took seven years for the…
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Four Companies That Have Flexible and Remote Jobs
If you have a flexible remote job on your mind, keep your eyes peeled, because there’s an abundance of openings that fit the description. Many people value flexibility in their jobs because it provides them with a better work-life-balance. Here are companies that are hiring, according to FlexJobs.com. Cozymeal This internet company provides…
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Five Fun and Unexpected Remote Jobs
Remote work is in high demand, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, some may only associate remote work with a limited number of industries, but that’s far from true. Here are some fun remote jobs that some may find surprising, according to GoBankingRates.com. Appointment Setter A person in this position should be highly organized. This…
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