Chester County
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Here’s How Chester County Celebrates Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend in Chester County feels like the unofficial start of summer. Nevermind the forecasted rain. American flags line borough streets, brewery patios fill with crowds, kayaks return to the water at Marsh Creek, and families gather for traditions that have existed in the region for generations. As the nation marks its 250th anniversary this year, Chester…
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These Chester County Towns Rank Among the Wealthiest in Pennsylvania
The Philadelphia area is home to a wealthy bunch. According to the U.S. Census American Community Survey, some of the wealthiest towns in Pennsylvania are in Chester County. Here are some that made the list, according to Joselynn Chua at Suburbs 101. West Pikeland The median household income for this small 4,000 population town…
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Four Chester County Companies Earn Best Place to Work Recognition in Medium-Sized Category
The Philadelphia Business Journal has released its lineup of the 80 companies who made its annual Best Places to Work list. In the “medium-sized” category of companies, four from Chester County were chosen, writes Lara Schwartz for the publication. PBJ partners with Quantum Workplace to determine the top employers in Greater Philadelphia. Businesses are chosen based on surveys…
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Downingtown Students Among Local Grads Earning College Credits Through Dual Enrollment
By the time Thatcher Respicio and Marcella Ballisty walk across their high school stages later this spring, they will already hold college degrees, reports Joe Holden for CBS News Philadelphia. They are part of a movement that’s reshaping how Pennsylvania students pursue education. The two Chester County teenagers earned associate degrees from Delaware County Community…
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Give Your Career a Summer Glow Up: Build Skills and Community at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine
If you’re looking for a summer job that’s more than just a paycheck, put the YMCA of Greater Brandywine at the top of your list. Every summer, YGBW welcomes hundreds of seasonal staff to support summer camps, outdoor pools, early learning centers and more. Current openings include lifeguards, summer camp counselors and early learning educators.…
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Chester County Community Foundation CEO to Retire After 25 Years, Naming Successor
Change is in the air at the Chester County Community Foundation. President and CEO Karen Simmons will retire this summer after 25 years of transformative service, and Kate Wickersham, CFRE has been chosen to lead the foundation next. Since 2001, Simmons has been instrumental in shaping the foundation into a vibrant, community-centered philanthropic institution. Under her leadership, the foundation grew from 130 entrusted funds at $8 million to more than 335 entrusted funds…
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It’s BIGGER Than the Block Party: Chester County OIC’s Annual Community Celebration Returns June 26
What began as a neighborhood tradition has grown into something much bigger. On Friday, June 26, from 3-7:00 PM, Chester County OIC’s Annual Block Party moves to Gateway Park in Coatesville (22 Lincoln Highway) — creating more space, more energy, and more opportunity for the community to come together. Each year, the Block Party connects families, residents,…
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Chester County Crime Family Inspiration for 1986 Movie ‘At Close Range’
At Close Range is a 1986 crime drama based on a true story of a Chester County crime family described as “one of the most cunning and sly groups of criminals” by a former defense attorney for one of its members, writes Raghvendra Singh Rana for The Cinemaholic. Written by Nicholas Kazan, the film focuses…
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Eight Chester County Community Bars Where Everybody Knows Your Name
There’s a moment that happens in certain bars. You walk in, and before you’ve reached your seat, someone nods hello. The bartender reaches for your usual. A conversation picks up where it left off last week. That’s community, and the county has a variety of places where that feeling lives. From the village of Marshallton to the banks of the Schuylkill River in…
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Visit These Chester County Ice Cream Shops for Summertime Treats
With hot summer weather on the horizon, it’s almost time for delicious homemade ice cream from Chester County’s many ice cream shops, write Victoria Alfred-Levow, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are five local shops where you can find tasty frozen treats this spring and summer. Gemelli Artisanal Gelato and…
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Chester County to Hold Executive Insights Event Featuring Four of Region’s Most Influential CEOs
Following the overwhelming success of last year’s sold-out event, four of Chester County’s leading organizations are once again joining forces to convene one of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s most anticipated leadership conversations: Executive Insights 2026: A Panel of Visionary CEOs. Presented by the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry, the Chester County Economic Development Council, Transportation Management Association of Chester County, and West Chester University, the…
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Are Drownings Preventable? YMCA of Greater Brandywine Answers Common Water Safety Questions
Memorial Day is approaching quickly, which means that many families will head to the pool, shore, or lake to unofficially welcome summer. While swimming is a fun and healthy way to enjoy the season, it also comes with real risks that are often misunderstood. To help Chester County families get water ready, the YMCA of…
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Two of the Best Hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania are in Chester County
While Philadelphia might be the best place to find a hoagie, there are numerous spots throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania to find that perfect bite, and two of them are in Chester County, writes Jen O’Mara for The Keystone News. Out of the eight hoagie shops listed that rival Philadelphia, one in Phoenixville and another in West…
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VIDEO Series: CCRES Provides Dedicated Paraprofessionals to Help Their Student Thrive!
For some families, the transition into school comes with challenges far beyond the classroom. After undergoing intensive treatment for leukemia, one young student faced not only the start of kindergarten but also the difficult shift from constant care at home to independence at school. For his family, that transition brought understandable uncertainty. The presence of…
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Chester County Academic Success Rises Amid Post-Pandemic Learning Delays
Amid a national decline in academic performance, Chester County school districts are among those making progress, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Researchers from Harvard and Stanford Universities have researched trends in academic performance for years. The joint research unit between the universities publishes an annual Education Scorecard, which translates individual state test scores into a…
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Chester County Recent Home Sales Among Priciest in Philadelphia Region
The Philadelphia Business Journal staff has compiled a list of the priciest home sales in the Philadelphia region as of May 8, and some Chester County homes are on top. Last week, four Chester County sales were among the top 10 highest-priced homes, alongside Montgomery and Philadelphia County sales. At No. 1, 292 Church Road…
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Young Rembrandts is Teaching Chester County Kids to Draw, and Building Skills That Last a Lifetime
Screen time is up, attention spans are short, and parents across Chester County are searching for something that truly sticks. Sports are often the first pick for after-school affairs, but not every child is wired for the soccer field or the basketball court. Some kids are builders, thinkers, makers. For those children, there is a pencil waiting. Young Rembrandts has been teaching children to…
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There’s Still Time to Register for the 23rd Annual Arc of Chester County Bubble Walk Happening on May 17
The 23rd Annual Arc of Chester County Bubble Walk & Fun Day gets underway this Sunday, May 17, at West Goshen Community Park, 1023 Fern Hill Road, in West Chester. Registration is still open. This beloved community event is the Arc’s largest fundraiser. The 11 AM to 2 PM Bubble Walk brings together families, friends,…
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