Health Department announces 2024 seasonal Vaccine Clinics

Staff from the Chester County Health Department greet those receiving seasonal vaccines at Unionville High School. As autumn approaches, the Chester County Health Department reminds all residents to protect themselves against seasonal illnesses by receiving their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. The Health Department offers convenient community clinics throughout the county to ensure easy access to these...

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...

Boys HS Gold: Unionville holds of Kennett

The Unionville boys varsity golf team played Kennett today.  The match result was: Unionville 176     Kennett 198 Charlie Barrickman and Cole Donnelly led the way for the Longhorns each with a score of 34 (-2). Unionville’s record goes to 6-0 in the CM-American league. Unionville’s next match is tomorrow at 3:30.   It is against Devon Prep, and it will be held at Linfield National...

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 in...

Phoenixville awarded transportation fund grant

On August 19, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced the award of more than $51 million in grant funding through the Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) throughout the Commonwealth. These funds may be used for transportation initiatives including highway, bridge, port, bike and pedestrian improvements. The Borough of Phoenixville was awarded $900,000 for the Bridge and Starr Street (SR- 29) intersection improvement...

Sheriff’s Office recognizes staff who have completed mobile field force instructor training

Chester County Sheriff’s Office Deputy David Reeves, Sergeant Daniel Clifton, and Deputy Anthony Schuibbeo recently completed the national Mobile Field Force Instructor training. The Chester County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that Sergeant Daniel Clifton, Deputy Anthony Schuibbeo, and Deputy David Reeves have successfully completed the national Mobile Field Force Instructor training. ...

Boys HS Golf: Unionville edges Spring Ford

The Unionville boys varsity golf team played Spring Ford today.  The match result was: Unionville 177     Spring Ford 183 Nick Gaughan led the way for the Longhorns with a score of 32 (-4). Unionville’s record stays at 5-0 in the CM-American league. Unionville’s next match is tomorrow at 3pm.   It is against Kennett HS, and it will be held at Hartefeld National.   ...

CareerLink to Host 2 Job Fairs in September

In recognition of National Workforce Development Month, PA CareerLink Chester County, in partnership with the Chester County Workforce Development Board, will hold CareerLink Awareness Day events in September. The Re-Entry Career & Resource Fair will be in Coatesville on September 10, and the Employer Panel & Career Fair will be in Kennett Square on September 11. Butch Urban, Site Administrator...

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.  Additionally,...

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. 28),...