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Lawrence, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Big Elk Creek State Park
News

Debate Intensifies Over Development of Big Elk Creek State Park

July 13, 2024July 13, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WEST GROVE, PA — On Tuesday, Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) and the Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee, led by Vice Chairman Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), held a hearing on the proposed …

Debate Intensifies Over Development of Big Elk Creek State Park Read More

Funds
Social Issues

New State Funding Boosts Housing Stability Efforts in Southern Chester County

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — A new state funding grant of $75,000 will aid Kennett Area Community Service (KACS) in supporting homeless prevention programs and housing stability initiatives in southern Chester …

New State Funding Boosts Housing Stability Efforts in Southern Chester County Read More
Grants
Chester County Intermediate Unit

Chester County Intermediate Unit Secures $407K Grant to Support After-School Programs

June 1, 2024June 1, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has received $407,680 in continued funding from the federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program. This grant will sustain …

Chester County Intermediate Unit Secures $407K Grant to Support After-School Programs Read More

Technology
News

Federal Funding Drives Broadband Access Expansion in Chester County

May 17, 2024May 18, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Federal investments awarded by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) are poised to bring new or improved broadband access to hundreds of residents in southern and …

Federal Funding Drives Broadband Access Expansion in Chester County Read More
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Embarks on Major Tree Planting Initiative to Revitalize Big Elk Creek State Park

April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

FRANKLIN TWP, PA — This past week, in recognition of Earth Week, Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) alongside the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, took significant strides …

Pennsylvania Embarks on Major Tree Planting Initiative to Revitalize Big Elk Creek State Park Read More

Chester County Community Foundation
Kennett Square

Neil Joines Fund Boosts Arts and Culture in Kennett Community with $24,000 in Grants

April 9, 2024April 8, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WEST CHESTER, PA — In a significant boost to the arts and culture scene in the Kennett community area, the Chester County Community Foundation (CCCF) has announced the distribution of …

Neil Joines Fund Boosts Arts and Culture in Kennett Community with $24,000 in Grants Read More
Fernando Hernandez-Mercado
Crime

Landenberg Man Arrested After Alleged Assault During Argument

April 6, 2024April 6, 2024 - by Zainuddin Harinder

LANDEBERG, PA — A late-night dispute in Southern Chester County escalated into physical violence, leading to the arrest of Fernando Hernandez-Mercado, 31, of Landenberg, Pennsylvania. The incident, which unfolded on Thursday, …

Landenberg Man Arrested After Alleged Assault During Argument Read More

Penn State Nutrition Program Commences at LCH Health and Community Services
Health / Medical

Southern Chester County Embraces Nutrition Education with LCH Health and Penn State Partnership

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — In a pioneering move to combat lifestyle diseases through education, LCH Health and Community Services is teaming up with Penn State’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education …

Southern Chester County Embraces Nutrition Education with LCH Health and Penn State Partnership Read More
Pictured left to right: Kim Sheehan, Chief Sam Iacono, FTO Scott Richards, OFC. Karlianna Eller, SGT. Chris Coverly, Ken Pitts
Oxford

Oxford Borough Police Officers Honored as Heroes of the Year for Bravery in 2023 Downtown Fire

March 30, 2024March 30, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

OXFORD, PA — In a heartfelt ceremony that underscored the valor and dedication of first responders, Oxford Borough Police Officers Karlianna Eller and Field Training Officer Scott Richards were named …

Oxford Borough Police Officers Honored as Heroes of the Year for Bravery in 2023 Downtown Fire Read More
Police
News

Southern Chester County Regional Police Department Opens Recruitment for Full-Time Officers

March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

LANDENBERG, PA — The Southern Chester County Regional Police Department, serving New Garden Township, West Grove Borough, and Avondale Borough, has announced a recruitment drive for full-time police officers. The …

Southern Chester County Regional Police Department Opens Recruitment for Full-Time Officers Read More

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