Coatesville residents learn about Affordable health care resources while receiving free laundry services thanks to Equity Health Center

Moira Gassenmeyer, EHC Integrated Health Director, Moses of Fluff & Fold, and Grace Fuller, EHC Community Engagement Coordinator As national and worldwide attention was focused on Philadelphia yesterday for the presidential debate, a local Equity Health Center (EHC) event in the city of Coatesville illustrated how major progess in achieving health equity can be made with many small steps. equityhealthcenter.org Fluff...

Kennet Sq. resident finalist in national wild rice recipe contest

Pan “Fried” Wild Rice by Lisa Keys from Kennett Square. The delicious recipes are featured on the Council’s website where you can also cast your vote! Visit mnwildrice.org to vote by September 30th! The Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council is asking for your help in celebrating National Rice Month by voting for your favorite wild rice recipe in the “People’s Choice” category...

Read Across Chesco now underway

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and we hope you’ll come to journey with us as we “Read Across CHESCO.” As participants travel from library to library, they will learn about the various services and resources the 18 libraries in the Chester County Library System (CCLS) have to offer. Each library will be spotlighting a different service/resource, so visit as many as you can. Start...

CCIU intern become tech specialist and mentor

Technology support specialist Laurel Difonzo at computer workstation. From debugging code to shaping young minds, Laurel DiFonzo’s journey at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) embodies the power of hands-on learning and mentorship. What began as a college internship has blossomed into a flourishing career, with DiFonzo now guiding the next generation of tech talent. DiFonzo, who...

WCU Biomedical Engineering program receives ABET Accreditation

During the first week of the 2024-2025 academic year, West Chester University received news that its Biomedical Engineering Degree Program has been accredited by the prestigious Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. Sought worldwide, ABET accreditation...

Pamntray of Plenty celebrating 10th anniversary

This year marks a significant milestone for Pantry of Plenty at Sandy Hill Church, as Pantry of Plenty celebrated its 10th anniversary of serving the West Caln and surrounding Townships. Over the past decade, Pantry of Plenty has been dedicated to fighting hunger, providing food to families, individuals, and children in need. Founded in 2014, as an outreach mission of Sandy Hill Community Church...

Kennett Libray announces fall programs

Kennett Library is stepping into a new season with a calendar full of programs and activities. September, October, and November are filled with programs and events that fuel the community’s passions and inspirations. Chris Manna, Executive Director, said, “To coincide with our one-year anniversary, we are launching some firsts, like our new Astronomy club and our author conversation series. ...

Good Samaritan announces Holiday Hustle Race Series

Lace up your running shoes for a cause this holiday season! Good Samaritan Services is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural Holiday Hustle Race Series—a festive three-part series of 5K and 1-mile races designed to bring the community together in the spirit of fun, family, and giving back. The series includes three exciting races: the Halloween Howler (Oct. 26), the Turkey Trot (Nov....

1st West Chester Fire co. to celebrate 225th anniversary, Sept. 4

First West Chester Fire Company is turning 225 years old! The fire company is the oldest fire company in Chester County and one of the oldest continually operating volunteer fire companies in the nation. To celebrate this milestone, First West Chester is hosting a community block party on Wednesday, September 4th from 5 pm to 9 pm on Church Street between Gay Street and Market Street. This is the...

What To Do: Ukrainian Folk Fest, Allentown Fair top busy weekend schedule

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Ukrainian Independence Folk Festival The weekend at the end of August and Labor Day Weekend always has an amazing number of annual events with long histories. Some of this weekend’s events have impressive annual numbers – 32 for a Ukrainian festival, 44 for a Renaissance event, 25 for a summer fest, 11 for a burger fest and 172 (not a typo)...