Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, West Chester.
Chester County OIC will host its annual Bigger Than the Block Party on June 26 at Gateway Park in Coatesville from 3 to 7 with free admission and required registration; the event (Mobility Matters) offers live entertainment, bicycle giveaways on a first-come first-served basis, and motivational speaker Wallo.
Preferred shareholders are contesting West Chester-based QVC Group’s $6.6 billion debt restructuring plan in a Texas court, a move that could affect the company’s future financial strategies (court case under review).
Local investors are watching the development closely.
CCRES helps employees balance work and family by offering flexible schedules and career growth opportunities while also awarding local grants and scholarships.
The nonprofit operates across Southeastern Pennsylvania and employs over 1,600 specialized staff.
Widener University is hosting three free Graduate and Continuing Studies Twilight Tours this summer in June, July, and August.
Prospective students can take a guided walk on the Main Campus (1 University Place, Chester) on June 24, July 15, or August 5 to ask admissions about programs; registration is required.
Eighteen graduating high school seniors, including two from Chester County, received $360,000 in scholarships through the Samuel A.
Green Scholarship Program. The awards were given at The Franklin Institute, with each student receiving a four-year grant of $20,000 (the program is now in its 57th year).
PennDOT is scheduling pipe replacement and pavement repair on key local roads including Old Skippack Road, Route 252, and Birchrun Road/Hollow Road, with closures and detours in effect until June 26.
Motorists in Chester and Montgomery counties should expect delays & plan alternate routes.
PennDOT crews will install ITS and pave along U.S. 422 in Chester and Montgomery counties between June 15 and 18; lane closures will occur from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. westbound and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastbound — drivers should plan for delays.
On June 11, inspectors cited D & L Meats at Oxford Farmers’ Market for unsafe refrigeration and poor food handling after products were stored above the safe limit (including hot dogs and cheeses), forcing discards.
Follow-up checks at Dutch Valley Market and Papa John’s Pizza revealed additional maintenance concerns.
This 18th-century house (built in 1795) in West Chester is listed for $2.49M and offers five bedrooms, 4.5 baths, modern updates, and equestrian amenities on 14 private acres.
It also includes a three-bedroom cottage and an office wing for flexible living.
Hops for Homes Beer Festival
12-5 p.m. — Chester County Art Association — $45 — Sample craft brews and support affordable housing efforts with Habitat for Humanity.
Summer Kickoff Concert with Lenape Brass
6-7:30 p.m. — Westtown Township Oakbourne Park — Free entry — Celebrate America with a concert featuring classic tunes and tasty hotdogs.
Disney's Moana Jr.
10:30 a.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $21 – $27 — Experience Moana's journey of courage and self-discovery through unforgettable songs and breathtaking storytelling.
We May Be Right - Billy Joel Tribute
8 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $51 – $61 — Experience the electrifying tribute band that brings the hits of Billy Joel to life with dynamic performances and audience sing-alongs.
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