Chester County
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Discover Chester Valley Trail, the Stunning Bike Trail Running Through Chester County
Pennsylvania is home to many dynamic multi-use trails, writes Bailey King for Philadelphia Magazine. From seasoned bikers and hikers to newbies wanting to get out in nature, the Chester Valley Trail is perfect for anyone. Get outside this summer season and see what Chester County has to offer! The Chester Valley Trail runs 18.6 miles,…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk Raises Over $128,000
The Arc of Chester County’s 2024 Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $128,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. Over 350 people came out on Sunday, May 19th to West Goshen Community Park to enjoy a beautiful day full of games, face painting, balloon creations, BINGO, dancing, a picnic lunch and…
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Seven Pennsylvania Athletes Qualified for the Upcoming Summer Olympics, Two are from Chester County
Seven athletes from across Pennsylvania have qualified for the Paris Summer Olympic Games, as Team USA continues to form, writes Nicole Rosenthal for Patch. Two of those athletes are from Chester County. The county will be represented amongst the 10,500 athletes from around the world who are set to compete this summer, in the official…
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Making Healthcare a Priority at Freedom Village at Brandywine
Wellbeing and good health are goals most of us would love to achieve, especially in our later years. Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior Life Care Community in West Brandywine, Chester County, works to make that goal a reality for its residents. A team of providers, from physicians to nurses, therapists, to social workers, dieticians…
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Two Chester County Steakhouses Among Best in Region
Two steakhouses in Chester County have made the list of best steakhouses to try in the Philadelphia region, according to Jason Sheehan, Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme, and Christine Coppa for Philadelphia Magazine. Steakhouses are the perfect restaurant to celebrate a birthday, promotion, or anniversary. And while there are plenty of modern and destination restaurants in America, you…
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Chester County’s Kentucky Derby Winner Bites One of His Fans – To Her Delight
Smarty Jones, the Kentucky Derby winner born at Fairthorne Farm in Chester County, recently bit one of his biggest fans, but there were no hard feelings in the end, writes Rini Jeffers for USA Today. Rini Jeffers visited him at his barn, and she could not hide her excitement at meeting him. It was a…
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Freedom Village Proudly Joins “Pump It for Parkinson’s” Initiative
Freedom Village at Brandywine, on World Parkinson’s Day, joined the National Institute for Fitness and Sports in its “Pump it for Parkinson’s” initiative. The community came together to raise awareness of Parkinson’s Disease and the positive impact of staying active. “We are thrilled to be a part of this important initiative,” said Kim Ranck, community…
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Two of the Best Hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania are in Chester County
While Philadelphia might be the best place to find a hoagie, there are numerous spots throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania to find that perfect bite, and two of them are in Chester County, writes Jen O’Mara for The Keystone News. Out of the eight hoagie shops listed that rival Philadelphia, one in Phoenixville and another in West…
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Two Chester County Beer Gardens Are Among the Best in Pennsylvania
Beer gardens are cherished, seasonal rendezvous points for friends and communities to gather, relax, and enjoy fresh brews, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. Two of Pennsylvania’s best beer gardens are in Chester County. Brothers on Brandywine Beer Garden in Coatesville is open on Sundays starting in April through October. Located at the Brandywine Outfitters park, this beer…
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Freedom Village: What Is a Person-Centered Approach to Dementia Care?
When you’re searching for senior care for a loved one with memory loss, look for person-centered dementia care, a place where that person will be empowered to live each day as fully as possible. As the name implies, person-centered care is an approach that sees the person before anything else, drawing focus to the individual…
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Greystone Elementary’s 5th Grade Class Walks with The Arc of Chester County
The 5th grade students at Greystone Elementary School, in the West Chester Area School District, recently stepped up and laced up to make a difference in their community by organizing and participating in a Mini-Bubble Walk fundraiser to benefit The Arc of Chester County. This initiative was organized as part of Greystone’s S.O.C.K.S Day (Serving…
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Two Chester County Towns Are Among Top 100 Best Places to Live in America
Two Chester County towns have found their place among the top 100 best places to live in America, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Niche compiles the annual rankings using data from the U.S. Census, the FBI, the Department of Education, the IRS, and millions of resident reviews submitted on its page. The…
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Agriculture to the Classroom: Inspiring Youngest Pennsylvanians During Ag Literacy Week
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recently celebrated Ag Literacy Week, reading to second-graders at Avon Grove Charter School in Landenberg, Chester County, and touring the school farm, which was funded by PA Farm Bill Farm to School Grants. Throughout PA Ag Literacy Week, March 18-22, Secretary Redding and other department officials joined agriculture educators statewide in reading Anywhere Farm by Phyllis Root, and…
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With Start of Spring, Local Amish Community Prepares for ‘Mud Sales’
With spring just around the corner, the local Amish community is once again starting up its tradition that dates back to the 1960s: mud sales, writes Mark Scolforo for WHEC. Mud sales are country auctions that help finance volunteer fire departments across the Lancaster settlement, as it is referred to by the Amish community. The…
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Freedom Village’s 4th Musical Raises $4K for Scholarship, Outreach
Freedom Village at Brandywine’s Village Players, a group of resident actors, premiered their fourth musical, “Oh! Horrors, It’s Murder,” directed and produced by Fran Doyle and Maggie Doyle, also Freedom Village residents. “The Village Players give residents an opportunity to get involved in something new and unique at the community,” Doyle said. “Everyone who joins,…
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Penn State Great Valley Welcomes Kathryn DiPuppo Tucker as New Director of Development
Penn State Great Valley is announcing Kathryn DiPuppo Tucker as its new Director of Campus Development. Bringing a wealth of experience in fundraising, relationship-building, and community engagement, Kat is joining the team to spearhead philanthropic initiatives and foster a strong connection with the campus community. With a distinguished career in the nonprofit sector, Kat has…
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Freedom Village ‘Spreads the Love’ During February, Raising $2K + for Community Groups
Freedom Village at Brandywine’s Outreach Committee recently held its 12th annual Valentine’s Day raffle/bake sale, ‘spreading the love’ in the form of donations to various community groups during the month of February. The outreach committee made up of Freedom Village senior residents who are dedicated to giving back, raised roughly $2,400. For the raffle, the…
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Chester County Mothers Join Forces to Fight Racial Bias Hurting Black Mothers, Their Babies
Several groups and advocates gathered at Lincoln University to work on finding ways to fight racial bias that is hurting Black birthing mothers and their babies, writes Kim Hudson for CBS News Philadelphia. Talonda Rogers, a Black mother and founder of nonprofit The 4th Trimester MAHMEE (Maternal Advocates Helping Magnify Education and Empowerment), recalled the…
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