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  • Three young children lie on a classroom floor together, engaged in reading a picture book in front of a colorful bookshelf.
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    CTDI and Partners in Outreach Bring Read Across America to Elementary Schools Nationwide

    June 10, 2026

    Reading is one of the most powerful gifts a child can receive — and this spring, employees from CTDI made sure more kids had access…

  • Mo Paknejad, a member of the Brandywine Advisory Board and director of engineering at CTDI, helps a group of students in an engineering workshop in the Brandywine LaunchBox.
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    Middle Schoolers Learn Physics and More at Penn State Brandywine LaunchBox STEAM Day

    June 1, 2026

    Nearly 80 middle school students discovered on a recent Wednesday in May that the distance between the classroom and a launchpad is shorter than they…

  • Michael Grigalonis, left, and Gary W. Smith.
    Leadership Profiles

    Chester County Economic Development Council Announces Leadership Transition

    March 27, 2026

    Following 50 years of service, Chester County Economic Development Council’s (CCEDC) Chief Executive Officer Gary W. Smith is set to hand the leadership of the…

  • Group of leadership who attended CCCBI breakfast.
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    CCCBI Honors James Logan and Becky Brain with Chester County Awards at State of the County Breakfast 

    February 24, 2026

    The Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry (CCCBI) hosted the 2026 State of the County breakfast, presented by Aqua, Bentley Systems, and Lamb McErlane PC with nearly 250 chamber members, community partners and elected…

  • Gary Smith upper body headshot wearing suit with green nature background.
    Awards & Recognition

    CCEDC Leader Gary Smith to Be Inducted Into Chester County Hall of Fame

    February 19, 2026

    Recognizing his uniquely successful 50-year career, it is with great pride that the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) announces that one of its own,…

  • Front row, L-R: Philip Dick, Rick Green, Ellen Lewis. Bottom row, L-R: Ramesh Nuggihalli, John Serock, Braedon Swindler.
    Nonprofit

    Chester County Food Bank Appoints New Members to Board of Directors

    January 20, 2026

    The Chester County Food Bank welcomes six new members to its Board of Directors. The following individuals are newly elected to the Board of Directors…

  • Sue and Frank Mattei stand at a podium speaking on stage during the Laughs for Literacy fundraiser, with a display of books and event signage behind them.
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    Sue and Frank Mattei: Behind the Laughter, A Legacy of Literacy

    November 6, 2025

    When it came time for Partners in Outreach to choose chairs for this year’s Laughs for Literacy fundraiser, the decision was clear. Longtime supporters and…

  • KASHMIR performs live on stage under vibrant lights at Uptown! West Chester, part of the Chester County OIC Artful Impact benefit concert celebrating the spirit of Led Zeppelin.
    Nonprofit

    Rock for a Cause: KASHMIR Brings Led Zeppelin’s Legacy to Uptown! in Support of Chester County OIC

    October 23, 2025

    Chester County OIC and Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester invite the community to join us on the evening of Nov. 8 to…

  • GWCC parade volunteers in the street.
    Events & Fundraisers

    Get Inside Access By Becoming a Parade Marshal at the West Chester Christmas Parade

    October 21, 2025

    Want the best view possible at the West Chester Christmas Parade? The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is recruiting volunteers to serve as parade…

  • Three male singers on stage wearing red tuxes.
    Music

    Chester County United Way Raises $150,000 at its Annual Live United in Music Event

    October 17, 2025

    Chester County United Way’s annual Live United in Music event hit a high note last week, raising $150,000 to support local programs that strengthen the…

  • Maryanne Parsons.
    Leadership Profiles

    Chester County Leadership: Maryanne Parsons, President and Founder, Partners in Outreach

    October 16, 2025

    Maryanne Parsons, President and Founder of Partners in Outreach, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in the small-town community of Ridley Park, where she…

  • Colorful concert scene featuring Kashmir, a Led Zeppelin tribute band, performing live on stage with vibrant lighting and text reading ‘The Spirit of Led Zeppelin Live.
    Nonprofit

    Chester County OIC and Uptown! Invite You to Rock for a Cause on Nov. 8

    October 10, 2025

    Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and impact! Chester County OIC (Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center) and the Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts…

  • Guest speaker Nancy Ayllon-Ramirez, Esq., a CCF alumna from the Kennett High School cohort, delivered words of wisdom and encouragement to the CCF graduating class. She stands at the podium, speaking in professional attire. The photo is from the side.
    Nonprofit

    Chester County Futures Celebrates Class of 2025 Graduates at Downingtown Country Club

    June 6, 2025

    Chester County Futures (CCF) marked a significant milestone with the Graduation Celebration for the Class of 2025 on May 22 at the Downingtown Country Club.…

  • Jaclyn Urso-DeFeo and Family are showered with bubbles during the May 18 Arc Bubble Walk & Fun Day.
    Nonprofit

    Arc of Chester County’s Bubble Walk Smashes Goal With $140,000 Raised

    May 22, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $140,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. More than…

  • Group of Youth Leadership program students.
    Chester County

    Chester County Chamber Foundation Celebrates Students at Youth Leadership Program Graduation

    May 13, 2025

    The Chester County Chamber Foundation celebrated over fifty high school students at their Youth Leadership Program Graduation Dinner at Penn Oaks Golf Club.   The Youth…

  • Gerald “Jerry” Parsons, emeritus member and former chairman of the Brandywine Advisory Board and chairman of CTDI (Communications Test Design Inc.), will give the keynote address at Penn State Brandywine’s commencement ceremony on May 10.
    Education

    CTDI chairman to speak at Brandywine commencement on May 10

    May 9, 2025

    Gerald “Jerry” Parsons, emeritus member and former chairman of the Brandywine Advisory Board and chairman of CTDI (Communications Test Design Inc.), will give the keynote…

  • A woman places an award ribbon around a little girl's neck while bubbles float around them.
    Nonprofit

    The Arc of Chester County Hosts 22nd Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day

    April 30, 2025

    The Arc of Chester County announces its 22nd Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at West Goshen Community Park. Proudly…

  • Chris Gheysens, Chairman and CEO Wawa;  Lauran Mannion white outfit ; Leo Parsons, President & CEO CTDI; Dr. Laurie Bernotsky, President West Chester University; Madeline Bell, President and CEO Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP); Salim Ramji, CEO Vanguard; Tamala Edwards 6abc; Gary W Smith CEO CCDEC; Mike Grigalonis President and COO CCEDC.
    Entrepreneurship

    Amid Economic Uncertainty, Local CEOs Address Customers’ and Employees’ Concerns

    March 20, 2025

    Local CEOs gathered at a panel at West Chester University to address the growing concerns of customers and employees due to economic uncertainty, writes Jeff…

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