Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Chester County Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair on January 23 offers a comprehensive opportunity for K-12 students and families to explore diverse summer program options. Chester County Press
- ➤ Chester County's LGBT Equality Alliance annual Love is Love Gala, with a 1970s disco theme, aims to empower and unite the LGBTQ+ community through a night of celebration, raising funds for important programming. MyChesCo
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in Chester County are searching for a Wilmington man who failed to appear for his trial on charges of writing a $6,319.62 bad check to Oxford Feed and Lumber. MyChesCo
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ West Chester University showcases Cheryl Harper’s 'Passages' exhibit from Jan 21-Mar 30, 2025, emphasizing themes of identity, heritage, and the contrasting legacies of Holocaust victims and slave owners. VISTA Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A West Chester University study led by Lorenzo Cena Ph.D. found dangerously high levels of Hydrogen Sulfide in New Garden Township, exceeding Pennsylvania's air quality standards due to mushroom farm emissions, urging local and industry collaboration for mitigation. Chester County Press
- ➤ Communities and officials in Chester County oppose the DCNR's decision to designate Big Elk Creek as a state park instead of a preserve, breaking previous commitments. Chester County Press
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Dance & Dialogue: Exploring Ballet's Connection to Faith
This event offers a deeper exploration of the relationship between classical ballet and spiritual themes, featuring performances and discussions led by Glorify Dance Theatre.
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