Chester County
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One of Pennsylvania’s Most Scenic Routes Winds Through Delaware and Chester County
The Brandywine Valley Scenic Byway is being lauded for having the most breathtaking views in Pennsylvania, according to a Newsbreak contributor. This Chester County track stretches for 12.25 miles. Spectators and travelers can revel at Pennsylvania scenic gems on this hour-long drive. The byway begins in Wilmington, Delaware, and traverses across state lines into…
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How a Real-Life Chester County Crime Family Inspired Famed 1980s Film
The Johnston Gang, a real-life crime family with roots in Chester County, served as the inspiration for a classic 1980s film, writes Lauren Piestner for A&E. The Johnston Gang, made up of family members of the Johnston family, engaged in theft and break-ins throughout the 1960s and 70s. While they were not known for violent…
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Freedom Village Residents Support Employees and Local Nonprofits
Freedom Village at Brandywine residents demonstrated their commitment to giving back this February through two resident-led fundraising initiatives benefiting employees and local nonprofit organizations. The community’s scholarship committee held a donut sale, selling 300 donuts and raising $800. Proceeds will fund scholarships awarded later this year to qualifying Freedom Village employees, helping support their continued education and…
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Stronger Together: The Arc of Chester County Celebrates National Disabilities Awareness Month 2026
This March, The Arc of Chester County invites the community to come together in recognition of National Disabilities Awareness Month — a time dedicated to promoting inclusion, expanding opportunities, and celebrating the contributions of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Throughout the month, The Arc will host a variety of events and partnerships designed to…
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Owner of Popular Chester County Eateries Plans Expansion with Third Location
28-year-old Alessandro “Alex” Fiorello, who owns Alessandro’s Wood Fired Italian in Wayne and Alessandro’s Pizzeria in West Chester, is planning on opening a new location outside of Chester County, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fiorello’s newest concept will be a bar-focused spot in Bryn Mawr Village, taking over the former Il Fiore location. His Wayne restaurant opened in 2020…
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Fall 2025 President’s and Dean’s Lists Announced at DCCC
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) congratulates the 2,763 full- and part-time students who were named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the fall 2025 semester. To be named to the President’s List, students must complete 12 or more credits, earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above, and be in good academic standing for the semester. To be named to…
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The Immaculata Symphony Partners with the Chester County Youth Orchestra to Present ‘Symphonic Colors’
On Sunday, Feb. 22, from 3-5:00 PM, the Immaculata Symphony will join forces with the Chester County Youth Orchestra to perform classic works based on color. This family-friendly performance will take place at Immaculata University’s Alumnae Hall Theater. A special highlight of the event will give children and their families the opportunity to meet the…
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We Are Not Alone: Chester Counties Beyond Pennsylvania
Our Chester County is a place where locals and visitors enjoy living, working, and playing. While not the largest county in Pennsylvania, it is the wealthiest, leading to an influx of people who cherish its business opportunities, historic landmarks, nature, and more. But there are other Chester Counties, one in Tennessee and the other in South Carolina. Each county has a special connection to…
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Freedom Village Collects 200 Pounds of Food for Soup for the Super Bowl Food Drive
Freedom Village at Brandywine put a charitable twist on Super Bowl weekend, giving back through its annual “Soup for the Super Bowl” food drive and collecting 200 pounds of nonperishable food for the Chester County Food Bank. Held the Friday before the big game, the fundraiser encouraged team spirit and community impact. Staff members donated canned…
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Presidents Day Explained: How the Holiday Began and the Delaware Valley’s Role
Today is Presidents Day. At the federal level, the holiday is still called Washington’s Birthday. It began as a tribute to George Washington after his death in 1799. Communities marked February 22 with speeches, parades, and public gatherings. In 1879, Congress made Washington’s Birthday a federal holiday in Washington, D.C. In 1885, it expanded nationwide…
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Chester County Sees Boom in Charming Roadside Bakeries
Charming micro-bakeries are increasingly popping up throughout Chester County, with roadside carts and stands scattered along local roads, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Devon Road Made, owned by Jacqueline Spain, is one of the newest additions to this local roadside bakery scene, where owners prepare pastries at home for their communities. “Food is love, love is food,”…
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DCCC’s ‘Return to Learn’ Offers Timely Topics in Downingtown Mar. 4 and 5, for Ages 55+
Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) popular Return to Learn 55+ program is coming to Downingtown! Adults 55 and over can immerse themselves in timely and helpful subjects and meet new friends on Mar. 4 and 5 from 8:15 AM-12:00 PM at the College’s Downingtown Center (100 Bond Drive). Students will find courses ranging from Floral…
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Free DCCC Program Sets up Fifteen Interboro HS Seniors for Shipbuilding Careers
Hanwha Group’s historic $5 billon investment in the Hanwha Philly Shipyard Inc. (HPSI) means increased annual production volume and more job opportunities for skilled workers in the Philadelphia region. Now, through a unique partnership between Interboro High School, Delaware County Community College (DCCC), and HPSI, 15 high school seniors are on a one-semester pathway that…
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Snowfall Disrupts Services, Closing Schools and Delaying Trash Pickup in Chester County
Chester County recorded some of the heaviest snowfall in the region, forcing schools to close on Monday and delaying trash collection, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Some parts of the county had more than a foot of snow, including East Nantmeal, where 12.8 inches blanketed the township Monday morning. Malvern followed closely with 12.5 inches, while East Goshen recorded…
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ITServe Alliance Donates $5,000 to Support STEM Scholarships at DCCC
Delaware County Community College’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Division and Computer Science and Information Technology programs prepare graduates to either pursue immediate employment after graduation or continue their education at four-year institutions. To help make students’ journeys easier, the ITServe Alliance, Philadelphia Chapter, has donated $5,000 to the DCCC Educational Foundation to establish the ITServe Alliance-Philadelphia Chapter…
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Major U.S. 30 Interchange Work Planned for Chester County With 2034 Start
Major changes are being planned for several Chester County interchanges as part of projects to improve a 7.5-mile stretch of U.S. Route 30, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposed interchange changes affecting multiple Chester County towns, including Caln, East Brandywine, Easttown, West Brandywine, Uwchlan, and Downingtown, have been under conceptual design by Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation to…
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Register for the Spring Session of Arc of Chester County’s Chat n’ Chew
The Arc of Chester County offers FREE virtual trainings covering a variety of topics, which empower people to learn about education and systems advocacy. The following Chat n’ Chew topic sessions are available. Register for one, two, or ALL of these informative sessions. Register for Chat n’ Chew Trainings : Events & Activities : The…
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What To Do When a Person with Dementia Doesn’t Remember You
It’s one thing to understand how dementia affects your loved one, yet it is something else entirely to experience these effects. So, what do you do when a loved one with dementia starts forgetting family members? It’s not uncommon for someone in the middle and later stages of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia to lose the…
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