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Running Through the Rainbow: Exton 5K Battles Addiction
Over 700 people participating in the Chester County Color 5K Run dashed through prismatic plumes in Exton to raise money for combating the heroin and opioid crisis in Chester County, according to a report by The Daily Local News Since its inception in 2016, the race has raised almost $200,000 for the Community Outreach Prevention…
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Chester County ‘Comes Out’ to LGBTQ Events Despite Initial Backlash
October’s West Chester Outfest drew 500 people despite what officials refer to as “vitriolic opposition.” In Phoenixville, one thousand attendees came out to Chester County’s fifth Pride fest. These events are part of a large rise in LGBTQ festivals in the county and greater Philadelphia area, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “It…
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See How Pennsylvania Ranks Among States That Drink Most Alcohol in America
We all know Pennsylvanians love to drink, but apparently not as much as some of our neighbors or the western part of the nation, according to a new ranking by Vine Pair. The Keystone State residents drink less per capita than most of the country, but consume more alcohol overall than all but a few…
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Philadelphia Among Most Foul-Mouthed Cities in Country
If you think Philadelphians swear more than most other city-dwellers each day, you know both the city and its residents well, writes Taylor Linzinmeir for Newsbreak. Philadelphia has ranked among the ten most foul-mouthed cities in the country, according to a new survey by preply.com. The survey found that Americans are not shy when it…
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Exton Pharmaceutical Merger Will Work to Treat Rare Diseases
An Exton-based pharmaceutical company is making a major acquisition after facing hurdles. Its lead program could not continue into its late-stage trial, due to being unable to meet results. In a stock-for-stock deal, Idera acquired the North Carolina-based Aceragen, writes Zac Ezzone for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Idera Pharmaceuticals focuses on treatments for rare diseases.…
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Downingtown East High School Grad Makes Young Innovators List
A Malvern-based cybersecurity consultant is making a name for himself. 23-year-old Nick Swink has earned his spot in Philadelphia Business Journal’s Inno Under 25 list, writes Rachel Ravina. The Temple University and East Downingtown High School grad specializes in the management of information systems and was able to take his skills to Layer 8 Security.…
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Pretty Little Liars Author Returns to Downingtown Roots for Upcoming Visit
It’s been 16 years since bestselling author Sara Shepard’s popular novel series made its debut. Pretty Little Liars has since been adapted into an award-winning television show with multiple spin-offs. The successful author is returning to her alma mater, Downingtown High School, to discuss a common theme in both the books and the shows: bullying. …
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YMCA of Brandywine Offers Free Memberships for 7th Graders
Chester County adolescents can now get free memberships to the YMCA of Greater Brandywine through the 7th Grade Initiative. Students need to bring a school ID and roster or report card, along with a parent or guardian, to their local branch to get started. After registering and completing a mandatory wellness orientation, students can…
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Coatesville Heiress Makes Forbes List of America’s Wealthiest People
Along with seven other billionaires, Coatesville resident Mary Alice Dorrance Malone is one of the wealthiest in the Philadelphia area who made the Forbes 400 ranking of the richest Americans, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Ranking in at Number 284, Malone is the largest shareholder and heiress of Campbell Soup Co.…
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From Haunted Hayrides to Apple Cider Donuts, These Chester County Destinations Have it All for Fall
There are plenty of ways you can welcome in the spirit of spooky season, and luckily there’s an abundance of fall activities in Chester County for you and your family, writes Michelle Reese for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Your first stop? Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens in Phoenixville. This garden center and farm has been hosting…
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YMCA Pens An Open Letter to Our Community: A Return to Kindness
Our community is in crisis. As the CEO of a large non-profit in Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, I have received my fair share of uncomfortable emails. It is a part of my job – and an important part of supporting the needs of our community – something for which we continually strive at the YMCA. I welcome honest and…
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WCU Awarded for Diversity Efforts Third Year in a Row
For the third year in a row, West Chester holds the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. INSIGHT is the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. 103 colleges and universities across the U.S. and Canada were selected. The HEED award measures the level of achievement and commitment to broadening diversity on…
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Malvern-Based Medical Device Company Raises Millions for Heart Surgery Technology
A medical device company from Malvern has raised $2.5 million for a groundbreaking heart surgery technology. Excision Inc. aims to use the ‘leaflet modification technology’ to manage a heart condition called ‘aortic stenosis,’ writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Aortic stenosis is when the arteries narrow and the valve becomes stiff, which…
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Activists Resist Development at Contaminated Site in East Whiteland Township
A 13.7-acre industrial site in East Whiteland Township, formerly known for its steel tube manufacturing, is now the battleground between environmental activists and developers. Bishop Tube is contaminated with the harmful commercial-grade solvent, trichloroethylene or TCE. It’s known to cause a multitude of health problems for people who are exposed to it, writes Zoë Read for…
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Quakers Arrested for Protesting Vanguard’s Environmental Policy in Malvern
Eight members of the Earth Quaker Action Team, otherwise known as EQAT, were arrested Wednesday for protesting at the Vanguard headquarters in Malvern, writes Erin Arvedlund for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The group was seeking a meeting with the investment company’s stewardship executive to discuss its record on environmental issues. EQAT is calling on Vanguard…
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Three-Legged Husky at East Fallowfield Rescue Looking for a Fur-ever Home
A beautiful blue-eyed husky is up for adoption thanks to the efforts of LaMancha Animal Rescue in East Fallowfield. Nine-month-old Candy is a three-legged pup who was surrendered in June after suffering severe abuse, writes Jen Samuel for Daily Local News. An adoption center Derwood, Maryland took in this poor pup back in June.…
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West Chester Dean Wants to Give Aspiring Teachers a Chance
West Chester University Dean Desha Williams is one of many educators who wants to take the burden off of students working to become teachers. The newly waived basic skills requirement for educators will rid the requirement of the basic skills tests in reading, math, and writing for the next three years, writes Susan Snyder for…
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New Garden Glass Pumpkin Festival Has Roots in Germany
In the small village of Toughkenamon tucked away in New Garden Township, the Glass Art Pumpkin Festival has made its debut. And its origin-story is even more compelling, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. Festival founder Thomas von Koch got his start in his hometown, Wertheim, Germany. The town, known for its glass industry, helped fuel…
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