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Exhibit of Never-Before-Seen Wyeth Art a Love Letter to Chadds Ford
A new exhibit in Chadds Ford’s Brandywine River Museum showcases unseen works of the iconic 20th-century artist Andrew Wyeth. While the painter is renowned for more realistic landscapes, these pieces show another side to his life’s work. The exhibit, entitled “Home Places,” includes watercolors and paintings in a more abstract style, writes Peter Crimmons…
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Five Things to Avoid in a Job Interview
A lot of career advice surrounding the interview process focuses on what to do. But what about things that you should absolutely avoid during a job interview? Here’s what to avoid, according to Forbes. Lacking company knowledge If you don’t have basic information about the company, it shows that you didn’t do your research,…
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Graduate of the Former Downingtown Industrial and Agricultural School Honors Mother Through Philadelphia Cuisine
Downingtown Industrial and Agricultural School alum Tyrone Stewart is bringing Philly cuisine to the streets of Altoona, all while honoring his late mother. Stewart, who was raised in the City of Brotherly Love, got his passion for cooking from his mother Elizabeth, writes Courtney Murphy for WTAJ. After finishing school in Downingtown and working…
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WCU Grads Combine Musical Talent to Release New Single
Two West Chester University alums and instrumental musicians collaborated their expertise into a magical new single, writes Darryl Sterdan for Tinnitist. Prevailing combines Joe Kenney’s graceful and improvisational piano style with Hope Linton’s rich violin sounds. Kenney shares his improvisational performances with the world via Tik Tok. He’s a fantastic genre-bender, combining jazz fusion, rock,…
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DeSales University Hosts February & March Info Sessions
2023 is the year to pursue educational aspirations. DeSales University’s upcoming information sessions allow prospective students the chance to pursue one of the 14 MBA concentrations, One Credit Courses and certificate options, or an MS in Business Analytics. The first no-obligation MBA info session is on Feb. 15 at 6 PM on Zoom. For an…
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Big Feats for Bigfoot, Latest Sighting Reported in Pennsylvania Woods
Bigfoot researchers are hailing the unusual findings of a former police officer deep in the Pennsylvania woods as the latest sighting of the mythical beast, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The man spotted large footprints with nearly four feet between them near the town of Indiana, around 50 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. “The tracks…
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Malvern-Based Vanguard’s Unique Model Attracts Competition
Malvern’s Vanguard group might be seeing some competition. A multi-boutique asset manager wants permission to replicate its unique structure of creating ETFs as a share class of mutual funds, according to Bloomberg. Vanguard has been using this structure, which helps it be tax efficient, for over two decades. Vanguard has held a patent for…
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West Chester-Raised Educator Wants to Make Gifted Programs More Accessible
West Chester-raised educator Anthony Vargas is being recognized for education leadership in his district’s gifted and talented program, writes Elizabeth Huebeck for Education Week. As the rect supervisor for the gifted and talented program at Manassas City Public Schools in Virginia, Vargas has worked diligently to diversify and make it more accessible to disadvantaged students.…
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West Chester University and YMCA of Greater Brandywine Encourage Healthy Habits
As new year’s resolutions become old news, faculty from West Chester University and instructors from the YMCA encourage families to keep fitness at the forefront through a series of weekly health lessons and challenges that begin on Feb. 22. During the family-friendly Whole Health Challenge, eight lessons will be taught to registered participants. They cover the…
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Five Low Stress and (Mostly) High Paying Jobs
It’s no question that our full-time jobs can cause a great deal of stress. Here are the best low-stress (and some high-paying) jobs according to the website Career Sherpa. Massage Therapist Average salary: $43,000 Massage therapists help alleviate tension in your body, but the job itself is also in a low stress environment. Typically,…
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Chester County DA Continues Family’s Fight for Justice 12 Years Later
The Chester County District Attorney’s office is handling a probe in a harrowing case that is leaving many people scratching their heads. But after 12 years, the family of Ellen Greenberg may finally be getting some closure, writes Michael Ruiz for Fox News. The 27-year-old teacher was found dead in her Philadelphia kitchen in 2011.…
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How to Find Professional Happiness
In the age of quiet quitting, it can be hard to find a job that reflects your passions. The term “professional happiness” is subjective, writes John Peitzman for Entrepreneur. The way to find satisfaction in your 9-to-5 is to ask yourself the following questions, according to Peitzman: What do you like to do? Consider…
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Despite Closing Chester County Hospitals and Others, Tower Health’s Cash Reserves Remain Low
Tower Health’s credit rating is slipping due to a small financial cushion from having a low cash reserve. While the healthcare nonprofit will continue operating Phoenixville Hospital, it was forced to close three of its others that it purchased in 2017, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A company’s financial cushion means how…
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Coatesville Chef’s Amish Soul Food Celebrates Black History
A Coatesville-raised chef grew up exposed to a unique cultural cuisine, and he wants to share it with the world, writes Sam Lin Sommer for Atlas Obscura. Chris Scott taps into his Chester County roots with a fusion of African American soul food and Amish cuisine. Scott now works out of his Harlem kitchen.…
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DeSales University to Host Free March Information Sessions
DeSales University is hosting free events in March for those who are eager to pursue their education. The university offers over 100 bachelor’s, graduate, and certificate options. Many of the degree programs can be completed virtually or in the evening. The virtual information sessions for potential students will be hosted by friendly academic advisors. There…
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Former CEO Shares Thoughts on How Gov. Shapiro Can Boost PA’s Innovation Economy
Jeff Marrazzo, the former CEO of Philadelphia-based Spark Therapeutics and a member of the innovation subcommittee of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s transition team, has several ideas on how Pennsylvania’s new governor can support the state’s innovation economy, particularly companies in biotechnology and life sciences, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The first step is to…
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FarmerJawn Founder Leases Westtown School Land for Organic Farming, Incubator
Urban agriculture is cropping up in the Philadelphia region. Currently, there are 400 active community farms and gardens in Philly, writes Laura Bryzyski for Philly Magazine. FarmerJawn Agriculture’s founder and CEO Christa Barfield is part of a larger movement. This year, Barfield will lease 123 acres of West Chester’s Westtown School to create an…
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These Chester County Businesses Have Your Super Bowl Party Catering Covered
As the region readies for Super Bowl weekend, many parties are to be had in Chester County. If you want to turn your gathering up a notch, local businesses are taking orders for their delectable dishes. Here’s some places in Chester County that will make you the perfect host, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today.…
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