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Delaware County Leadership: Col. Nick Nichols, President, Folds of Honor
Col. Nick Nichols, President at Folds of Honor, grew up living all over the U.S. and the world as the son of an Air Force fighter pilot. He learned to make friends quickly through sports, particularly wrestling, which he credits with teaching him discipline. Nichols followed in his father’s footsteps and served in the Air…
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The Arc of Chester County Celebrates Graduates from its Inclusive Preschool
Last week, The Arc of Chester County graduated a class of 13 preschool students who will soon be on their way to kindergarten and the next chapter in their educational journey. The Arc of Chester County has been providing quality early learning for more than six decades. Its inclusive preschool program allows children with and…
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Surfing Event Turned Life Around for Injured Woodlyn Man
Jack Cavanaugh of Woodlyn has made a strong comeback against all odds after suffering a traumatic brain injury from a fall nearly a decade ago, writes Harshita Chawla for Essentially Sports. He slipped into a coma for a month, and when he came out of it, he didn’t know himself or his family and had…
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The Center for Loss and Bereavement Announces the 3rd Annual Fields of Hope Event
The Center for Loss and Bereavement, a leading comprehensive grief center serving the greater Philadelphia region, is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Fields of Hope Event. This event, held on a private farm in Worchester Township, aims to raise funds and awareness for the organization while providing a unique and uplifting experience for attendees. …
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Arc of Chester County Participant chosen to represent Pennsylvania at the National Miss Amazing 2023 Experience
Christine Palladino, an active Arc of Chester County participant, has been chosen to represent the state of Pennsylvania at the National Miss Amazing 2023 Experience in Chicago, Illinois by The Miss Amazing Organization. Palladino, along with 150 other girls and women, will be competing in this national event. She has participated in this pageant for several years and was “PA Miss Amazing…
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The Arc of Chester County Honors Advocates for Children and Adults with Disabilities
The Arc of Chester County held its Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony where it honored several community members and agency partners for their outstanding support of and service to individuals with disabilities and their families during the 2022-23 year. The 2023 President’s Award, which honors a local corporation or individual that has significantly enhanced the…
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Pottstown Hairdresser Receives Biggest Surprise of Her Life, Cries Tears of Joy
Dani McGuckin, a stylist at Salon Twenty-Two And Spa in Pottstown received a special surprise Friday while she was working, writes the digital staff at 6ABC. Chris Lerch, founder of Hello 422, surprised McGuckin with a $1,300 tip. Hello 422 started as a passion project for Lerch who wanted to raise awareness for small, local…
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Delaware County Leadership: Leon Spencer, CCRES Board Member and Chair of Franklin Mint Credit Union’s Board
Leon Spencer, CCRES board member and Chair of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union’s board of directors, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up on a dairy farm in Kennett Square and his lifelong love of music. Beginning with singing in the church choir with his family and playing the string bass in the school orchestra,…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day Blows Away Goal
The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $127,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. A total of 390 people came out on Sunday, May 21 to West Goshen Community Park to enjoy a beautiful day full of games, face painting, Bingo, dancing, a picnic lunch, and,…
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WCU Students Donate Furniture to Community Warehouse Project
For the first time, WCU has organized a furniture collection (Move Out Give Back) for students living off-campus that will benefit the Chester County nonprofit Community Warehouse Project (CWP), as well as the environment. Jacinda Maus, a senior media and culture major interning in the university’s Office of Off-Campus and Commuter Services, developed the pilot…
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Malvern Bank Supports Mission of Equestrian Nonprofit Gateway HorseWorks
“When Malvern Bank supports an industry, we don’t do so halfway,” said Anthony C. Weagley, President and CEO of Malvern Bank, National Association. Malvern Bank launched its Equestrian Business in 2017, providing financial services including private banking and investment management to horse owners, horse farms, and other equestrian-related clientele. The business is tailored to the…
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TLC: Spring Cleaning for the Mind–The Empowering Effects of Decluttering
A clear and open space makes room for a clear and open mind. According to Dr. Emma Gray, a clinical psychologist, “Clutter can cause anxiety, depression, and even physical pain. Decluttering can improve the functioning of our brains and help us feel more in control of our lives.” Especially today, where we’re flooded with requests…
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An Ambitious Mission Looks to Reimagine the Elwyn Campus
Elwyn in Middletown has started a 10-year, $100 million revitalization of its campus that will restructure the services it offers and the footprint of the 171-year-old institution, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. “We think that by growing, by improving our systems, by investing in the organization, we’ll be able to bring more resources…
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TLC: Practical Tips for Teaching Kids Financial Responsibility
Although some states (Pennsylvania included) require financial literacy to be taught in public schools, children’s understanding of money largely begins and develops at home. Parents can help foster financial literacy with the following tips and resources, which can make learning about money fun and set children on a path to achieving their financial goals and…
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Delaware County Leadership: Nicholas Torres, Interim CEO and President, The Alliance for Health Equity
Nicholas (Nick) Torres, interim CEO and President of The Alliance for Health Equity, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in New Mexico, his many part-time jobs starting at age 12, and his passion for soccer. He also recalled how he chose Carleton College and later moved to New York City for Teach for America.…
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TLC: Humor Me–The Surprising Link Between Laughter and Resilience
In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, resilience—the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties – is an invaluable human skill. Thankfully, healthy resilience is not just about building mental toughness and grit. Making room for more laughter in daily life may be one of the greatest untapped secrets to building resilience at any age.…
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Delaware County Leadership: Jill Marsteller, Founder and CEO, CALICO International, LLC
Jill Marsteller, former Ursinus College president and founder and CEO of CALICO (Creative Advisors Looking to Improve Charitable Organizations) grew up in rural New Jersey. She loved playing in the woods and cornfields and was surrounded by love from her parents, an aunt and uncle, and neighbors who acted as “surrogate grandparents.” In high school,…
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CCRES Spotlights the Role of a Behavioral Health Technician
A Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is just one of many staffing positions provided by CCRES to schools, families, and communities as a support for students. The BHT is a home and community-based professional who works collaboratively with other professionals to support students with social, emotional, and behavioral concerns. BHT professionals provide 1 on 1 emotional…
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