• Arc of Chester County’s Holiday Fun Fest Returns on Dec. 2

    Arc of Chester County’s Holiday Fun Fest Returns on Dec. 2

    The Arc of Chester County has brought back its memorable holiday event, the Holiday Fun Fest. This cherished annual event, which began in 2010 as a breakfast with Santa, has been a favorite for many years. The Holiday Fun Fest will take place on Dec. 2, from 9 to 11 AM at The Arc of…

  • Freedom Village: Is Proximity to a Hospital Important in Senior Living?

    Freedom Village: Is Proximity to a Hospital Important in Senior Living?

    Location is everything when you’re searching for the best senior living community for yourself or a loved one, and it’s important to consider health care and proximity to a hospital as part of your decision.  If the unexpected happens and you need surgery or specialized care, you want to have convenient access to top-rated doctors…

  • The Immaculata Symphony to Present Fall Concert ‘Magical Stories’ on November 4

    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…

  • Meridian Bank’s Chief Credit Officer Joe Cafarchio to Retire

    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…

  • CCRES: Meet Instructional Assistant Brenda Blittersdorf

    CCRES: Meet Instructional Assistant Brenda Blittersdorf

    CCRES instructional assistant Brenda Blittersdorf has been working for CCRES for eight years at Bancroft Elementary School in the Kennett Consolidated School District in Chester County. The principal at Bancroft Elementary said Blittersdorf “is willing to help in any area and often will just step in and do whatever is necessary to get the job…

  • Pennsylvania Ranks First Based on Horror Movie Deaths, These Movies Prove There Is Good Reason for It 

    Pennsylvania Ranks First Based on Horror Movie Deaths, These Movies Prove There Is Good Reason for It 

    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…

  • CCRES: Meet Randie Edleman. Instructional Assistant

    CCRES: Meet Randie Edleman. Instructional Assistant

    CCRES instructional assistant Randie Edleman has been working for CCRES for eight years at Bancroft Elementary School in the Kennett Consolidated School District in Chester County. The principal at Bancroft Elementary describes Edleman as “a valuable member of the Bancroft family.” “She is a proactive and dedicated IA.  Randie is always looking for ways to…

  • Immaculata University Ranks Among Best Online Colleges in Pennsylvania

    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…

  • Freedom Village at Brandywine Raises Over $4,000 at Walk to End Alzheimer’s

    Freedom Village at Brandywine Raises Over $4,000 at Walk to End Alzheimer’s

    A Freedom Village Alzheimer’s Walk that took place Friday, Oct. 6, raised $4,200. Freedom Village at Brandywine is a premier Life Plan Community in West Brandywine. The Walk supported the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. It is held annually in more…

  • The Arc of Chester County enters the final phase of 70th Anniversary Campaign

    The Arc of Chester County enters the final phase of 70th Anniversary Campaign

    The Arc of Chester County has participated in many civil and human rights movements which have helped to make opportunities available to individuals with disabilities and their families. While the organization has undergone a few name changes throughout its history, it is now known as The Arc of Chester County, serving over 3,100 individuals and…

  • Immaculata University to Hold Awards Reception, Golf Invitational to Support Student Scholarships

    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…

  • Immaculata University to Host Two Online Open Houses for Graduate Programs

    Immaculata University to Host Two Online Open Houses for Graduate Programs

    Immaculata University will hold two graduate education open houses online in October. Attendees can learn about Immaculata graduate programs and can speak with faculty to learn about online and in-person class options, accelerated class schedules, tuition, financial aid, and more.  Both open houses will be held virtually through Zoom and will last approximately 45 minutes. The events…

  • Freedom Village at Brandywine Hosts 2nd Annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s

    Freedom Village at Brandywine Hosts 2nd Annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s

    Freedom Village at Brandywine, a premier Life Plan Community, will host its second annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Friday, Oct. 6, 10 AM, on its campus at 15 Freedom Blvd. in West Brandywine. The annual walk supports the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for…

  • Chester County Students Awarded Presidential Scholarship from Immaculata University

    Chester County Students Awarded Presidential Scholarship from Immaculata University

    Five members of Immaculata University’s class of 2027—including three from Chester County—earned Presidential Scholarships. Immaculata Presidential Scholarships are awarded to exceptional first-year, full-time students who demonstrate academic excellence based on GPA, high school class rigor, standardized test scores, class rank, and recommendations from teachers and counselors. Recipients of the Presidential Scholarships receive monetary awards equal…

  • CCRES: Meet Lorena Lopez, English Language Development paraeducator

    CCRES: Meet Lorena Lopez, English Language Development paraeducator

    CCRES paraeducator Lorena Lopez has been working for CCRES for nine years at Bancroft Elementary School in the Kennett Consolidated School District in Chester County. In her role as a paraeducator in the ELD Department, she teaches students the English language, reading, and math. The principal at Bancroft Elementary describes Lopez as “a dedicated member…

  • Here’s Why a Social Community Is So Important for Seniors

    Here’s Why a Social Community Is So Important for Seniors

    We all know the heartwarming pleasure that comes from feeling connected to people we care about. And most of us have experienced the misery of loneliness, too. So it probably comes as no surprise that social connection is linked to well-being, while its opposite — social isolation — can have a detrimental effect on health.…

  • Brandywine Valley Part of Most Scenic Road Trips to Take in Pennsylvania 

    Brandywine Valley Part of Most Scenic Road Trips to Take in Pennsylvania 

    Traveling through Pennsylvania can be truly breathtaking, thanks to the state’s diverse landscapes and rich history, according to a staff report from World Atlas.  For those who are looking to go on a road trip that includes driving through areas with stunning vistas and plenty of other sightseeing spots, World Atlas has compiled a list…

  • CCRES Spotlights Its New Scholarship Program–Awards First Recipients

    CCRES Spotlights Its New Scholarship Program–Awards First Recipients

    CCRES congratulates Nina R. for being part of a group of five students from the Technical College High School(TCHS) – Pickering to receive one of CCRES’s new scholarships. The CCRES  scholarship of $4,121.82 was used to purchase a laptop to assist in her studies. The newly established CCRES Scholarship Program awards grants to qualifying students…