Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of July.
Good morning, West Chester.
C&N celebrated 10 years of Giving Back, Giving Together by raising $119,522 to support veterans with care packages, volunteer hours, and essentials; the campaign helped 22 local organizations.
The bank will soon launch a new initiative to support individuals with disabilities (10-year efforts totaled over $971,000 raised).
Pennsylvania mushroom growers are split after the Commerce Department’s preliminary finding that Canadian farms sell mushrooms at unfairly low prices.
Some local producers support the ruling for fair competition while others call it protectionist—final decisions in September could add 10 to 15 cents per $1 to Canadian exports.
Brannan Clift of Liberty Bell Tattoo set a Guinness World Record with a 76-hour session on his friend, tattooing biblical scenes and patriotic designs (the session ran from Tuesday noon to Friday 4 p.m. and broke his previous record).
Chester County will celebrate National Farmers Market Week Aug.
2—8 as commissioners approved a proclamation recognizing local farmers markets for boosting the food system in West Chester. Carrie Harkness and Jordan Peek received the document during a July 16 meeting.
Drivers on US 30 in West Whiteland and East Caln townships face overnight closures for sinkhole repairs and paving from Aug.
10 through Aug. 18 — detour routes are set via Route 100, Business US 30, Quarry Road and Whitford Road.
Jefferson Health announced Wednesday that Saquon Barkley will serve as an ambassador for its Champions of Care campaign to support local youth programs.
He and Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham will appear at events including a golf tournament from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4.
Reader’s Digest named Shady Maple Smorgasbord Pennsylvania’s best all-you-can-eat buffet.
Chester County residents may take a short drive to East Earl (Lancaster County) to enjoy this long-standing spot known for hearty Pennsylvania Dutch meals and over 50 years of history.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and coach Nick Sirianni stressed the need for team unity during the first training camp session as the team adapts to a new offensive scheme (emphasizing discipline and togetherness) ahead of the season.
Hurts worked closely with rookie receiver Makai Lemon to integrate into the system.
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