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The Immaculata Symphony to Present Fall Concert ‘Magical Stories’ on November 4
On Saturday, Nov. 4, the Immaculata Symphony will perform their fall concert, “Magical Stories.” The concert begins at 7:30 PM in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization, with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the university’s founding in 1920. The Immaculata Symphony will perform a concert full of…
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One of Pennsylvania’s Best Dive Bars is in West Chester
Looking for the best dive bars in Pennsylvania? Well, there’s one right in the heart of Chester County, located in West Chester, according to East Coast Traveler on NewsBreak. Jake’s Bar in West Chester is a favorite spot for college students — especially those at West Chester University — and locals alike who are searching…
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Meridian Bank’s Chief Credit Officer Joe Cafarchio to Retire
Meridian Bank Chief Credit Officer Joseph Cafarchio will retire effective Oct. 13, 2023. Cafarchio has served in the position since Meridian’s inception in 2004. Prior to joining Meridian, Cafarchio had a long career in the Philadelphia-area banking community, including positions with National Penn Bank, Stonebridge Bank, and the Philadelphia Federal Reserve, where he started his…
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West Chester University Professor to Be Honored by The Fund for Women and Girls
During its 7th annual Champions of Change Breakfast on Oct. 25 at The Farmhouse at People’s Light, The Fund for Women and Girls will honor West Chester University Professor of Management Susan Fiorentino, J.D., with the Gladys Black “Woman of Distinction” Award. With expertise in the area of employment and labor law, Professor Fiorentino has conducted…
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Avondale Man Remembers His Time as First Phillie Phanatic
David Raymond, of Avondale, artfully played the popular mascot Phillie Phanatic during the first 16 out of the 45 years of its existence, writes Terry Lefton for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Raymond is quick to credit his father, University of Delaware Hall of Fame football coach Tubby Raymond, for inspiring some of the antics where…
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Pennsylvania American Water Unveils Site of New $123 Million Water Treatment Plant in East Vincent Township
Pennsylvania American Water and local officials held a groundbreaking ceremony and unveiled the name of a new water treatment plant in East Vincent Township that, in the future, will provide the water for its Royersford water system. The $123 million investment will include numerous treatment enhancements and critical infrastructure best practices. “This significant company investment…
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Pennsylvania Ranks First Based on Horror Movie Deaths, Here’s the Body Count
Local horror movie fans should take pride in the fact that more people were killed in horror movies based in Pennsylvania than in any other state, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. To get the body count for each state, CableTV.com looked at Rotten Tomatoes’ 200 Best Horror Movies of All Time and removed…
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West Chester University One of 7 Pennsylvania Colleges to Receive Diversity Award
For the fourth year, West Chester University has received the 2023 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. The HEED Award is the only national honor to recognize institutions of higher education for their outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. West Chester joins nearby…
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‘Unwind That Agreement’: Plans for Warehouses at Lionville Station Farm Canceled
Plans to construct several warehouses at Lionville Station Farm in Uwchlan Township appear to have been canceled, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The Downingtown Area School District entered a sales agreement for 237 acres of farmland just north of the Pennsylvania Turnpike with Audubon Land Development in July 2022 for $96 million.…
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Cole Porter’s Classic ‘Kiss Me, Kate’ Heats Up West Chester University Next Week
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance presents the Cole Porter classic, Kiss Me, Kate from Oct. 19 – 22, 2023. Guest Director Megan Bellwoar helms the show with music and lyrics by Cole Porter, libretto by Sam and Bella Spewack, and choreography by Associate Professor Elizabeth Staruch. Kiss Me, Kate runs Thursday – Saturday, Oct. 19 –…
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Completely Refreshed, This Striking All-Black Barn in West Chester Stands Out in Rural Landscape
When a couple who had previously lived a nomadic life on a boat decided to put down their roots on the ground and decided to make their home in West Chester, writes Sarah Akkoush for the Dwell. They were looking for a simplistic home that would ground them in the beautiful Chester County countryside. After…
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Immaculata University Ranks Among Best Online Colleges in Pennsylvania
Immaculata University is among the best online colleges in Pennsylvania and offers two of the nation’s top-ranked online master’s degrees, according to new rankings from Forbes Advisor Education. The Forbes team provides unbiased rankings for institutions and degree programs based on data from the National Center for Education Statistics and from the websites of accredited, nonprofit…
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This Coffee Roaster in Coatesville Does Good for Planet While Offering Assortment of Great Coffee Flavors
Máquina Coffee Roasters in Coatesville offers an assortment of coffee flavors that taste great and it also does good for the planet, writes Wendy Daughenbaugh for 6ABC. Other than using the roaster, owner Gabriel Boscana does nearly everything by hand in 15-pound batches. Along with his assistant, he watches the clock, makes sure the temperature…
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Philadelphia Inquirer Lists Chester County Eatery as One of the Region’s Unsung Restaurants
One Chester County restaurant found its place among the unsung heroes in the Philadelphia region who consistently deliver high-quality food, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. La Peña Mexicana in Kennett Square is set in a shed that looks like an old gas station. The structure is painted in yellow and brown vertical stripes…
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How Pennsylvania American Water Promotes Sustainability Practices in Schools Near You
With an exuberant amount of ways schools and their students try to give back to the environment while learning and growing, Pennsbury School District is among those that have a commitment towards sustainability in the community. At William Penn Middle School, a student saw a way to combine education and leadership through building a rain…
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Aqua Encourages Customers to Apply for Help with Water, Wastewater Bills
Aqua Pennsylvania, an Essential Utilities company, supports customers with limited income through its Customer Assistance Program (CAP). CAP is a year-round discount program designed to make water and wastewater bills more affordable. In addition to discounts on monthly water and wastewater bills, customers who make timely monthly payments will receive a $25 credit toward balances…
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Kennett Square Artist Presents Original Portrait to West Chester University President
Kennett Square artist Katie Lickfield, a proud 2023 graduate of West Chester University who was also an active member of the Dub-C Autism Program (D-CAP) on campus, knew just what to give West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino upon hearing about his impending retirement in June — an original oil/acrylic portrait painted by one of his favorite…
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Immaculata University to Hold Awards Reception, Golf Invitational to Support Student Scholarships
Immaculata University will host the Immaculata University Awards Reception and silent auction on Friday, Oct. 6 in the Great Hall, bringing together alumni and friends to celebrate the 2023 Honorees. Immaculata University and the Alumni Association proudly honor those members of the IU community who have made an impact on their profession, community, and Immaculata…
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