Chester County
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Unique Travel Company Brings Turophiles to Chester County for Four-Day Tour
Cheese Journeys, a travel company that aims to create unforgettable trips that allow people to indulge their passion for artisan cheeses, is bringing turophiles to Chester County with a four-day tour that presents Pennsylvania cheese from creation to distribution and pairing, writes Eric Althoff for the Napa Valley (Calif.) Register. The journey is led by…
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County of Chester Briefly: October 1
Community Planning Month The Chester County Commissioners presented a proclamation for National Community Planning Month, recognizing the efforts of local, county, and regional planners who manage the growth and change of Chester County, providing better choices for how residents work and live. During the presentation of the proclamation, the Commissioners highlighted Landscapes3, the county’s next…
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‘Dinosaur’ Congressman Costello to Bloomberg: ‘It’s Shaping Up to Be a Fascinating Political Season’
“Are you becoming a dinosaur, Congressman? Are you becoming extinct? Or can Democrats and Republicans find the middle ground that you aspire (to) and mention?” Bloomberg Television host Tom Keene began his recent interview of U.S. Rep. Ryan Costello with those questions as a way to highlight the apparent dearth of politicians on Capitol Hill…
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Longtime CEO of United Way of Chester County Announces Retirement
United Way of Chester County President and CEO Claudia Hellebush has announced she will retire at the end of this year after working for the community-mobilizing organization for 23 years and serving as its President and CEO for the past 15 years. Under Hellebush’s leadership, United Way of Chester County transitioned from a traditional fundraising…
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QVC Partners with Chester County Food Bank to Increase Access to Fresh, Organic Food
For years, QVC has been a key partner to the Chester County Food Bank, helping the nonprofit fulfill its mission to mobilize the community to ensure access to real, healthy food, writes Lini Kadaba for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The partnership started nine years ago when QVC began organizing food drives. After discussions with the Food…
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Through Grants, Fundraisers, and Donations, Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit Maintains Its Vital Presence
By Steve Edgcumbe When a bomb threat was called in at the old Chester County Courthouse in 2006, county officials responded by clearing the building. After that, however, they had to wait for a bomb squad from Philadelphia to respond to the scene, investigate, and declare the building safe. County employees were sent home for…
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Game Wardens Investigating Increased Deer Deaths in Chester County
According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, game wardens are currently investigating reports of increased dear deaths in Chester and Bucks counties, writes Marcus Schneck for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. They are following up on reports submitted to the Commission’s Southeast Region office, confirming the deaths and taking samples from the dead animals. We “have submitted numerous…
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Another Reason Why Chester County Is So Awesome: Organ Donation
Chester County has the highest rate of organ donation designations per registered drivers in the region, as PennDOT continues its efforts to save lives by registering donors during the license issuing or renewal process, write Susan Stuart and Howard Nathan for the Philadelphia Inquirer. PennDOT centers are where around 95 percent of Pennsylvanians sign up…
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Amidst Growth of Privately-Owned Landfills, Chester County Takes Out Its Own Trash
Although private ownership of municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills is on the rise, Chester County has set up an authority to own and run its landfills, writes Arlene Karidis for Waste360. Government entities like this are starting to become more common. Their goal is to control disposal capacity and tipping fees. The Chester County Solid…
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Chester County Commissioners Announce Quality of Life Survey for Residents
As part of its on-going strategic planning effort, the Chester County Commissioners have announced a countywide Quality of Life survey that asks residents to comment on their experiences in using county services and interacting with county staff. The survey, an update on Chester County Quality of Life surveys undertaken in 2009 and 2013, has been…
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United Way of Chester County Celebrates 2017 Campaign Award Winners
The United Way of Chester County recently honored local businesses and community partners at its Campaign Kickoff & Annual Meeting held at Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester. Guests enjoyed lunch and networking, and award winners were commended for their enthusiasm and dedication to the United Way’s mission to fight for the health, education,…
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Chester County Historical Society Wins Important Photos with Local Ties at Montana Auction
“Important Chester County objects can show up in unexpected places,” Elizabeth Laurent, the president of the Chester County Historical Society, wrote in her nonprofit’s monthly newsletter. That was certainly the case when CCHS recently learned of some 19th-century daguerreotypes connected to the Pennock family of London Grove that were available at an auction on the…
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Tough Mudder Bootcamp Gym Coming to Chester County
Tough Mudder, the events company that organizes challenging and muddy obstacle races, is bringing gyms to Chester and Delaware counties, writes Caroline Cunningham for Philadelphia magazine. But there is little overlap between the muddy experience of the race and the new gym. Instead, they will feature a 45-minute, high-intensity, interval-training workout using equipment like kettlebells…
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Kids are the Focus for CCEDC’s Tracey Oberholtzer
By Leslie Rylke During the summer of 2014, Tracey Oberholtzer began thinking about going back to work full time. Her son, Kyle, would be heading off to study engineering at Northeastern University that Fall while daughter Nicole would be starting at the Downingtown STEM Academy. Kyle also attended STEM as a member of its inaugural…
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Night of History, Mystery Slated for Historical Society’s First-Ever Halloween Ball
Join the Chester County Historical Society for a fun night of history and mystery at its First Annual Halloween Ball on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 6:30-10:30 PM. Costumes are encouraged as the CCHS continues to celebrate its 125th anniversary with a live auction, music, and an open bar. Catering will be provided by Downingtown’s Jimmy…
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Wilmington University’s New Brandywine Campus Designed to Meet Needs of a Growing Region
In January, Wilmington University will debut a full-service, contemporary location in North Wilmington, Del., aimed at serving the thousands of its students who live or work in the Brandywine Valley. It will replace the university’s current site at Concord Plaza in North Wilmington. The new Wilmington University Brandywine is a modern campus situated on a…
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Nationwide Lifeguard Shortage Hits Home as Local YMCAs Look to Fill Part-Time Positions
Lifeguards are hard to come by. Beaches and parks-and-recreation departments all across the country have been reporting a shortage of lifeguards. “Glinting with sweat and suntan lotion under a summer sun, lifeguards once reigned as gods of the beach, perched high above the swim-suited masses,” the Boston Globe recently wrote. “But … lifeguard chairs (now)…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine to Host Welcoming Week, Events Promoting Inclusion and Diversity
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine believes the community is stronger when everyone feels welcome and we work together for the common good. Celebrated annually at the YMCA, Welcoming Week is a chance for neighbors – both immigrants and U.S.-born residents – to get to know one another and celebrate what unites us as a community.…
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