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A Home Is Where Mental Health Begins
May is both National Homeownership Month and Mental Health Awareness Month — and that overlap is no coincidence. The connection between stable housing and emotional well-being isn’t just intuitive. It’s documented, measurable, and playing out in Chester County every day. Habitat for Humanity of Chester County has long understood that building houses is only part…
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PJM Market Prices Drive PECO Customer Bills Three Percent Higher Just Before Summer Months
Beginning June 1, PECO customers who receive default supply will see an increase to the supply portion of their bill as a result of higher energy and capacity prices across PJM, the regional transmission organization. Customers who are shopping for a supplier may experience similar increases depending on the terms and structure of their individual…
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West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, West Chester University will welcome an international showcase of music, culture, and competition when the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) brings its 250th USA Championships to John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1. The highly anticipated event will feature elite marching bands…
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Delco Gives Back — and ChesPenn Health Services Feels the Love
Delaware County showed up for ChesPenn Health Services during Delco Gives, the county’s largest annual celebration of generosity, held May 6-7. The county-wide giving movement unites donors, nonprofits, and neighbors around a shared belief: that strong communities take care of their own. For ChesPenn, participation in Delco Gives is both a fundraising opportunity and a…
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Delaware County Community College Student-Athlete Fatumata Kaba Wins National Championship in Triple Jump
Delaware County Community College student-athlete Fatumata Kaba of Sharon Hill made school history after winning the women’s triple jump national championship at the 2026 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division III Outdoor Track and Field National Meet, held May 7-9 in Utica, N.Y. The Academy Park High School graduate became just the second national…
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Easttown Library Puts a Book in Every Newborn’s Hands Through Paoli Hospital Partnership
A baby born at Paoli Hospital this year might go home with more than a onesie and a car seat. Thanks to Easttown Library’s Leeper Literacy Initiative, more than 1,000 newborn families will now receive a board book — and the tools to start reading from day one. The Berwyn-based library recently donated 1,025 board…
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Longwood Gardens’ 1906 Restaurant: Fine Dining, Fountain Views, and a Menu Grown On-Site
Sometimes, Craig LaBan writes in The Philadelphia Inquirer, dinner at 1906 stops feeling like a meal and starts feeling like the main event. The restaurant, named for the year Pierre S. du Pont acquired the land that would become Longwood Gardens, has emerged from a sweeping transformation as part of the gardens’ ambitious Longwood Reimagined…
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Your Ultimate Summer Day Trip Guide to Downtown West Chester
West Chester has long been one of Chester County’s most beloved day-trip destinations, and summer is arguably the best time to see why. The borough hums with energy when the weather warms. Outdoor tables fill up, storefronts prop their doors open, and block-by-block wandering makes a good day trip become irresistible, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for…
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Party with a Purpose: Chester County Food Bank Brings Community Together at Westwynd Gardens
Walking into Westwynd Gardens in Honey Brook for the Chester County Food Bank’s Garden Party, it was immediately clear why the annual gathering has become one of the most meaningful community events in Chester County. It did not simply feel like an event held at a garden. It felt like stepping into one, in a…
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Coastal Health Connections Is Changing Home Care in Chester County
When families in Chester County begin searching for home care for their loved one, they often find themselves navigating an unknown landscape. A variety of caregivers cycle in an out. Phones go unanswered after hours. When a family member’s needs are complex, the one-size-fits-all approach simply falls short. At Coastal Health Connections, caregiving is more than…
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Delorean Andrews’ 10-Year Journey From Trash Collector to Widener Magna Cum Laude Graduate
When Delorean Andrews enrolled at Widener in 2015, he had no idea that his degree would be over 10 years in the making, a journey of twists and turns, writes Nicole Carrera, Associate Director of Communications for Widener University. The Center for Continuing Studies student completed his journey when he crossed the stage at the…
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From Underground Dinner Parties to a Michelin Star: The Rise of Philadelphia Chef Amanda Shulman
There was a period when some of the most exciting food in Philadelphia wasn’t being served in any restaurant. It was being served by a college student who hadn’t opened one yet. As a University of Pennsylvania student, Amanda Shulman was quietly hosting underground dinner parties, building a following one meal at a time, writes…
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Bed Bath & Beyond Is Staging a Dramatic Comeback in Montco Through a Bold New Partnership
Retail rarely gets second acts, but Bed Bath & Beyond might just be the exception, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The home goods store is returning to physical retail in the region, and Montgomery County is once again part of the story. The beloved chain, which filed for bankruptcy in 2023 and shuttered…
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Here are the Five Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Chester County
Beautiful weather is upon us, and there is no better way to enjoy it than with a delicious al fresco meal at some of the best eateries in the region, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. Within Chester County, five restaurants placed among the best restaurants for outdoor dining around the Main Line. East…
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Chester County BBQ Joint Makes List of Top 10 Must-Try Spots in Pennsylvania
Whether you call it BBQ or barbecue, it will still be melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Staff from PhillyBite Magazine ranked their top 10 must-try BBQ spots in Pennsylvania, and this Chester County restaurant made the list. Located in Kennett Square, this family-owned establishment has been serving the people of the county and beyond for 30 years. Located…
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The Top 3 Places to Grab a Juicy Cheesesteak in Chester County
While Philadelphia may be widely known for its cheesesteaks, there are a few spots around Chester County that offer a spectacular, mouth-watering cheesesteak experience, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Steaks West Chester is run by Speer Madanat, a talented local chef and food enthusiast. His shop is just outside of downtown West Chester,…
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West Chester Boarding School Among the Top in the U.S.
A Chester County school is ranked among the country’s best boarding schools, according to data from the website Stacker. West Chester’s Westtown School made no. 79 on the list. The esteemed school was founded by Quakers in 1799 as a co-educational institution. It serves grades Pre-K to 12 and is fully accredited by the…
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Kennett Square Rejoins Regional Fire and EMS Commission After Two-Year Split
After a two-year split, Kennett Square borough is coming back to the table. Last week, the borough council voted unanimously to rejoin the Kennett Fire and EMS Regional Commission, the southern Chester County partnership it walked away from in 2023 when emergency services costs began spiraling out of control, reports Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia…
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