Communities of Chester County

Sponsorships and Applications Now Open for 2025 West Chester Christmas Parade Scheduled for December 5th By Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce

July 9, 2025July 8, 2025 - by Kristen Stewart

WEST CHESTER, PA — Christmas always comes early in West Chester! The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is opening applications for participants and sponsors of the 2025 West Chester Christmas Parade, which …

Downingtown

Downingtown Declares “Will Howard Day” — Hometown Hero and NFL Star Honored in Emotional Celebration!

July 4, 2025July 3, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Borough of Downingtown will formally recognize hometown quarterback Will Howard with a special “Will Howard Day” on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, commemorating his achievements on and …

Editorial / Malvern

Malvern’s Plastic Bag Ban: Virtue Signaling Over Real Solutions

July 2, 2025July 2, 2025 - by Editorial Board

Starting July 16, Malvern Borough will ban single-use plastic carry-out bags at checkout in all commercial establishments. Businesses may offer paper bags (with at least 40% recycled content), reusable bags, …

Coatesville / Family Fun

Eagles Legend Brandon Graham to Headline Chester County OIC Annual Block Party

June 23, 2025June 22, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

COATESVILLE, PA — Philadelphia Eagles icon and two-time Super Bowl champion Brandon Graham will make a special guest appearance at the Chester County OIC (Opportunities Industrialization Center) Annual Community Block …

Downingtown / Festivals

Don’t Miss Downingtown’s Biggest Fall Celebration! Mark Your Calendar for Fun, Food, and Festivities on October 5th!

June 21, 2025June 21, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — On Sunday, October 5, 2025, Downingtown will come alive with autumn charm as the Downingtown Fall Fest makes its much-anticipated return. Running from 11 a.m. to 4 …

Business / West Chester

Act Now! $2,500 Grants Available to Empower West Chester Nonprofits!

June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Downtown Foundation (WCDF) has announced that applications are now being accepted for its 2025 Community Grant Program. This annual initiative provides financial support …

Employment / Kennett Square

Kennett Square Police Department Opens Applications for Police Officer Positions

June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — The Kennett Square Police Department has announced that applications for new police officer positions are now available online and in person, with a submission deadline of 4 …

Phoenixville

Historic Save for Phoenixville! Colonial Theatre Wins $100K for Preservation

June 7, 2025June 6, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville has been awarded a $100,000 Keystone Historic Preservation grant, the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) announced this week. The funding is …

Phoenixville

Phoenixville Nonprofits Unite to Fight Hunger with Life-Changing Community Garden

June 7, 2025June 6, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — A collaborative effort between three Phoenixville-based nonprofits has resulted in the establishment of the new Open Hearth–PACS (OHPACS) Garden, aimed at addressing food insecurity in the region. …

African American Interests / Kennett Square

Experience Freedom and Unity at Kennett Square’s Juneteenth Jubilee!

June 3, 2025June 3, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate freedom, culture, and community at the Juneteenth Jubilee on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The event, running from 5:00 PM …