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WESTTOWN, PA — History enthusiasts and local residents have a unique opportunity to explore the storied past of Crebilly Farm, Chester County’s latest addition to its open space inventory. A …
Step Into History: Discover Crebilly Farm’s Remarkable Legacy at Free Talk Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Fifteen students from Avon Grove School District (AGSD) were honored this week at the Migrant Education Program (MEP) Graduation, held at Harrisburg Area Community College. The ceremony …
Avon Grove School District Students Celebrate Triumph at Inspiring MEP Graduation Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A recent study conducted by FreedomPay and Verifone, in collaboration with Retail Dive’s studioID, highlights a major disconnect between how retailers view their payment systems and the …
Study Reveals Retailers Overestimate Payment Success While Customers Seek More Options Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) is hosting a community baby shower on Saturday, June 14, 2025, to celebrate and support new and expectant families in Chester …
Baby Shower Brings Hope and Vital Support to Chester County Families Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has recognized 15 postsecondary institutions for their substantial efforts to promote mental health and prevent student suicide through the newly established …
15 Colleges Leading the Fight Against Student Suicide and Mental Health Stigma Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County District Attorney’s Office has concluded its investigation into the officer-involved shooting that occurred on April 13, 2025, in West Chester Borough, determining that …
Officer’s Split-Second Choice Justified in West Chester Shooting Investigation Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: VRCA) has announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Jayson Rieger, PhD, MBA, will speak at the prestigious Jefferies Global Healthcare …
Verrica Pharmaceuticals to Present at Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), alongside a bipartisan coalition of Senate colleagues, introduced the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery (HEAR) Act on May 22, aiming to support the …
Stolen Holocaust Art Still Missing: New Bill Fights for Justice After 80 Years Read More
ATGLEN, PA — The Octorara Area School Board is contending with its second resignation of the year following the departure of Region 3 Director Jay Lusby, announced at the board’s …
Shake-Up at Octorara School Board: Two Resignations, Leadership in Turmoil, and Big Changes Ahead! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Stanley David Burden, 54, of Aliquippa, has been sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting a child, following his guilty plea to …
Child Predator Sentenced to 40 Years After Brave Victim Exposes Horrific Abuse Read More