Chester County
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Two Chester County Farms Get Permanently Preserved
The Shapiro Administration has invested nearly $10 million to purchase development rights for 2,672 acres on 35 farms in 18 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. These joint investments by state and local government ensure that Pennsylvania farmers will have the prime-quality land they need to continue feeding our families and supporting jobs and…
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Finding Your Freedom: Signs You’re Ready for a Smaller Home
Throughout your life, you move to fit your lifestyle. When you graduate, a one-bedroom or studio apartment fits best. As your family grows, so does your home. Even after the kids have grown and your interests change, it’s still important for your location to align with your goals and aspirations. But how do you know…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Raises Over $1,300 for Alzheimer’s Association
Freedom Village at Brandywine participated in the Alzheimer’s Association’s annual initiative, The Longest Day, on June 20, 2025, raising more than $1,300 to support awareness and research efforts for Alzheimer’s disease and all other forms of dementia. The Longest Day – held annually on the summer solstice, the day with the most light – shines…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Advocacy Efforts Inspire Action and Hope for Individuals with Disabilities and their Families
The Arc of Chester County remains at the forefront of advocacy for the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With more than 70 years of dedicated service, the organization intensified its efforts in 2025, focusing on urgent legislative priorities at the federal, state, and local levels, and raising critical awareness…
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Chester County Home to Nine of Pennsylvania’s 25 Most Expensive Housing Markets
Chester County is home to nine towns that are ranked among the most expensive places to buy a home in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released ranking by Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used data from Zillow. Places are ranked based on the Zillow Home Values Index for all homes as of May 2025. …
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Lancaster Celebrates Lafayette 200 with Dinner, History, and Music
This summer, Lancaster County and Western Chester County will come alive with revolutionary spirit as the region celebrates its part in the nationwide Lafayette 200 Bicentennial Commemoration. From Jul. 27-29, a series of engaging and family-friendly events will mark the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of America. Organized by the Lancaster…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Employees Receive Scholarships
Continuing a long-standing tradition of community support and employee recognition, Freedom Village at Brandywine has awarded scholarships to 24 team members through its resident-led Scholarship Fund. The scholarships, awarded annually since the fund’s creation 19 years ago, are made possible through donations exclusively from Freedom Village residents. The initiative is managed entirely by a volunteer…
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Chester County Home to Two of Pennsylvania’s Highest-Scoring School Districts
Two Chester County school districts rank among the best in the state according to standardized test scores, writes Ethan Lott for Philadelphia Business Journal. Unionville-Chadds Ford and Tredyffrin-Easttown School Districts placed at No. 8 and No. 12, respectively, in a statewide district ranking by Pittsburgh Business Times. The journal evaluated 482 of the state’s 500…
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Six Chester County Suburbs Named Among the Best in the Philadelphia Region
In a recent ranking of the twenty-five best suburbs in the greater Philadelphia area, six Chester County towns and suburbs placed in the top fifteen, writes staff for Stacker. Using data from Niche, Stacker evaluated suburban Philadelphia towns based on several criteria. This included diversity, cost of living, the percentage of population with college degrees,…
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Freedom Village Happiness Program Transforms Resident Engagement
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a Life Care Services community, has introduced a powerful new tool that’s reshaping engagement for residents in skilled nursing and memory care. The Happiness Program, an interactive light-based technology, is sparking joy, connection, and movement across the community. Developed by UK-based Social-Ability, the Happiness Program was designed to promote movement, memory,…
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Greystone 5th Graders Walk With Arc of Chester County as They Raise Awareness
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 Our…
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Five Chester County Golf Courses Rank Among Best in Pennsylvania
Some of the best golf courses in Pennsylvania are local to Chester County, write Derek Duncan and Stephen Hennessey for Golf Digest. The Philadelphia region has a long history of notable courses. Many successful course architects have roots in the region, including George Thomas and William Flynn. Here are five Chester County golf courses that…
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See How Chester County Hospitals Rank in ER Visit Times
An emergency room visit to Chester County hospitals can take anywhere from three to four hours, according to the most recent data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, write Lizzie Mulvey and Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Overall in the Philadelphia region, the average time for a typical emergency room visit is…
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Best Places to Work in Chester County Based on Employee Feedback
Chester County is home to some of the best workplaces in the greater Philadelphia region, writes staff for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Each year, the Philadelphia Business Journal collaborates with Quantum Workplace to determine the best places to work in the region by sending surveys to the employees of nominated workplaces. Survey questions evaluate the…
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Freedom Village Residents Collect 1,500 Items for Veterans in Need
The residents of Freedom Village at Brandywine pulled together to support veterans facing food insecurity. What began as a modest goal of collecting 300 non-perishable food items turned into an overwhelming show of support, culminating in a total of 1,548 donated items. Organized by Freedom Village’s own Veterans Group, the initiative took place on May 8, when…
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Arc of Chester County’s Bubble Walk Smashes Goal With $140,000 Raised
The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $140,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. More than 330 people came out on Sunday, May 18, to West Goshen Community Park to enjoy a beautiful day full of games, face painting, balloon creations, BINGO, dancing, a picnic lunch,…
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Get the Vote411: a Nonpartisan Tool to Empower Voters in the May 20 Primary and Beyond
With Pennsylvania’s May 20 primary election quickly approaching, voters across the Commonwealth will face critical decisions—especially in judicial races that often receive less media attention but carry long-term consequences for our communities, our families, and our rights. Fortunately, there is a powerful, nonpartisan tool offered by the League of Women Voters to help every voter…
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Two Chester County High Schools Ranked as the Best for Student Athletes
A recent study has found that two of the best Pennsylvania high schools for student athletes are local to Chester County, writes Joe Spears for USA Today High School Sports. Niche, an academic resource database, included Conestoga High School and Downingtown West High School in the list of the twenty-five best schools for student athletes…
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