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The Summer Camp That Never Really Ended for These Chester County Men
Every Friday, about 20 men scattered across the country open their laptops and dial into a Zoom call. They’re in their 70s and 80s now, but for an hour or so, they’re kids at camp again. The thread connecting them is Camp Saginaw, the overnight camp in Oxford farmland where they spent their summers in…
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Oxford Food Truck Offers Puerto Rican Culture and Cuisine in Chester County
El Batey Puerto Rican Food Trailer, a unique food truck in Oxford, is bringing authentic Puerto Rican flavor to Chester County, writes Gabbie Burton for Chester County Press. Parked in the BB’s Grocery Outlet parking lot, chef and owner Noelis Ortiz Marrero serves up a range of traditional Puerto Rican favorites. After opening in July…
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Oxford Friend Group Celebrates Girlhood with Specialty Coffee Pop-Ups
A group of Oxford women are celebrating female friendship and empowerment with their coffee brand Early Girly Club, writes Gabbie Burton for Chester County Press. Started by friends Alejandra Marquez, Kelly Green, and Gina McCutcheon, the brand offers inventive coffee flavors along with sourdough bread sold through in-person pop-ups. Without a formal storefront, the team…
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Local Nonprofit to Transform Historic Oxford Theater into New Performing Arts Center
A new performing arts center, The Pearl, Theatre on 3rd, is set to open in the historic Oxford Theatre, writes staff for The Daily Local News. The Pearl, a registered nonprofit organization, formally revealed the name and logo earlier this month. The new facility will house a main stage, a black-box theater, educational classrooms, and…
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Oxford Educator Named Computer Science Teacher of the Year
Oxford teacher Scott Wooddell has received national recognition for his career-long support for his students, reports Keith Jones for NBC10 Philadelphia. Wooddell, a computer science teacher at Oxford Area High School, was recently named Computer Science Teacher of the Year by Project Lead The Way, a national nonprofit focused on K-12 STEM education. The award…
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Taste Your Way Through Chocolatey Desserts at Oxford’s Chocolate Festival
If you love chocolate, you’re going to love this event. Chocolate Festival returns to Oxford on Saturday, March 7, writes Marcella Peyre-Ferry for Chester County Press. At Oxford United Methodist Church, Chocolate Festival takes place from 1-3 PM, offering visitors an array of decadent treats to peruse. This year, a new ticket system is introduced:…
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West Chester University Professor Engages Oxford Students in Hands-On Earth Sciences Exploration
In a captivating foray into the world of Earth Sciences, Chester County Futures hosted Dr. Christopher Roemmele, PhD, from West Chester University, as he engaged high school students in an experiential learning session that bridged the gap between scientific theory and real-world application. The activity led by Roemmele challenged participants to map out landscape elevations…
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From Selling Houses to Making Hats, This Oxford Resident Finally Found Her Niche
From selling houses to making hats, Oxford resident Tanna Walker was driven by a newfound passion and now owns Freckled Feather Hats, a hat decorating and styling business, writes Gabbie Burton for the Chester County Press. Initially working in real estate since 2009, Walker shifted to hat-making two years ago. Her journey began after a…
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A Barn Like No Other in Oxford: Cold Spring Farm’s Warm Welcome
Nestled in Chester County’s serene countryside, Cold Spring Farm offers more than just riding lessons, writes staff for Chester County Press. The Oxford farm provides a close-knit, welcoming community for equestrians of all levels. Owned by Cindy Gallagher, the farm emphasizes personal growth, connection, and the joy of horsemanship. Riders, whether beginners or seasoned competitors,…
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Oxford Educational Foundation Provides Education Support, Celebrates Thirty Years of Service
The Oxford Educational Foundation, a local nonprofit providing educational resources, is celebrating thirty years of service, writes staff for NBC10 Philadelphia. The foundation provides direct resources to both students and faculty in the Oxford Area School District through scholarships, tutoring, mentoring programs, and more. The foundation also provides professional grants for faculty to cultivate innovative…
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‘SILO’ Nonprofit Provides Impactful Community Support in Oxford
SILO, a local nonprofit organization, has continued to have a powerful impact on the Oxford borough with its community support efforts, writes Gabbie Burton for Chester County Press. For the past fourteen-years, SILO—an acronym for Serving, Inspiring, and Loving Others—has addressed food and housing insecurity in Oxford through food drives, community gardens, housing assistance, emergency…
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Valley Forge Military Grad, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Named Keynote Speaker for Lincoln University
Lincoln University has named Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Valley Forge Military Academy and College graduate, as a keynote speaker for the 2025 commencement ceremony, writes Chanel Hill for The Philadelphia Tribune. Moore will also be recognized with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree. The ceremony will take place at the International Cultural Center…
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PA Boys BBQ Grill Up Local Meats with Genuine Southern Flavor in Oxford
PA Boys BBQ, in the heart of Oxford at the former Varsity Grill site, serves genuine Southern flavor in Chester County, writes Haleigh Abbott for the Chester County Press. Founded by pitmaster Matt Harper, who was a brewer before realizing his passion was barbecue, the homegrown business is a local food staple, attracting barbecue aficionados. …
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Oxford Man Reunites with Hospital Care Team That Saved His Life Two Years Ago
Jeff Dillard, an Oxford public works employee, nearly died at the Hospital of University of Pennsylvania in 2022, writes Alison McCook for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He was transferred to Penn in December 2021 with a severe case of COVID-19. He spent several months in a coma and on a ventilator. Last week, he returned to…
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Oxford Native Stuns with 4-Chair Turn on This Season of ‘The Voice’
A Chester County native recently auditioned for The Voice, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Voice is one of the biggest singing competitions on television, featuring four teams led by musical icons who mentor the contestants as they journey through the rounds of competition. Gabrielle Zabosky, from Oxford, impressed the four judges during…
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Make-A-Wish Foundation Gifts Epic New Playground to Oxford Girl with Rare Condition
Make-A-Wish Foundation gifted an epic new playground to a brave Oxford girl born without a ribcage who continues to defy the odds, writes Kelly Rule for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Four-year-old London Thompson has Cerebrocostomandibular Syndrome. When she was born, an X-ray showed that she did not have a ribcage. However, now her ribcage has started…
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Popular Oxford Bowling Alley Receives Complete Makeover and Rebrand
Timber Lanes, a popular Oxford bowling alley that has been a neighborhood mainstay since 1961, recently underwent a complete renovation and rebranded as Timber Wolfe Lanes Bowling Center & Pro Shop, writes Haleigh Abbott for the Chester County Press. The mind behind the makeover is General Manager Catt Wolfe, who wanted to create a more…
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Like a Phoenix, Oxford’s Community Rises from the Ashes After Devastating Fire in September
After a devastating fire in Oxford in September, the community is rallying to rebuild the heart of its historic downtown area, writes Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. Among the shops destroyed was The Maroon Hornet Comics & Collectibles, owned by Laura and Randy Grace. “We finally got the shop where we wanted it right…
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