Chester County Futures fights poverty through education
Chester county futures seeks to increase opportunities for students by preparing them for college
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com
EXTON—In this day and age it’s easy to take education for granted. But for some, a college education is a more elusive asset.
Otherwise bright students struggle in school or do not consider college as a possibility because of low economic status;...
United Way turning to volunteerism to fill gaps
With money increasingly tight, time donated could make up the difference
By Mike McGann, Editor, KennettTimes.com
KENNETT SQUARE — Giving isn’t always about money.
As the United Way of Southern Chester County ramps up its 2011-12 fundraising campaign, the leaders of the organization say they know couple of things: as pleased as they are to have met their fundraising goals last year, those numbers...
Kennett Sq. picked for county revitalization grant
Seven county boroughs receive funds, Kennett Sq. to get funds for Streetscape
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners approved $2.6 million in Community Revitalization Program grants, this week.
“These grants will improve communities across Chester County, focusing on urban areas,” said Commissioner Chair Terence Farrell. “Seven boroughs will use the money for the ‘downtown’...
Chesco tapped for individual help as part of Hurricane Irene Disaster Declaration
WEST CHESTER — Chester County has been notified that citizens are eligible for individual assistance under the Hurricane Irene Presidential Disaster Declaration for Pennsylvania.
The designation means individuals, families, and businesses will be eligible for a wide range of federal benefits including eligibility for grants and loans, including Small Business Administration loans. The Federal...
Op-Ed: Addressing region’s transportation needs a necessity
By Ryan Costello, Chester County Commissioner
Chester County Commissioner Ryan Costello.
Chester County has been nationally recognized as one of the best places to live, work, raise a family and enjoy your golden years.
Many factors contribute to the quality of life we all enjoy. These factors include good schools, first rate employers, plenty of high quality jobs, a healthy environment and responsible...
Brandywine Battlefield Task Force seeks more local engagement
Reorganization meeting reaches out to 15 local towns that saw armies in action in 1777 battle
By Mike McGann, Editor, KennettTimes.com
"Nation Makers" by Howard Pyle, the legendary local artist, part of the collection at the Brandywine River Museum. This is Pyle's imagined vision of Gen. George Washington leading troops in battle — some say at Brandywine, although in reality,...
United Way able to boost allocations after solid 2010-11 campaign
Thanks to generous donations, UW/Southern Chester County able to put an additional $30,000 into local community groups and projects
By Mike McGann, Editor, KennettTimes.com
United Way of Southern Chester County Board President Michael R. Horak, UWSCC Executive Director Carrie Freeman and Vice President - Campaign John Adams announce the results of the 2010-11 fundraising campaign, Wednesday.
KENNETT...
Keep Farming First symposium set for March 12
Chester County 2020 presents the 9th annual symposium of Keep Farming First on March 12, 2011 at the Octorara Middle School. Keep Farming First is a regional conference of farmers and farming advocates, gathering to access a wide variety of information on relevant agricultural issues; to connect with current resources and decision-makers; to interact with each other in a relaxed but purposeful...
