Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Gia Rose, a 40-year-old tattoo artist in West Chester, overcame homelessness and cancer before her TV show appearances led her to open one of the first woman-owned tattoo studios in the nation—her waiting list now fills up six months in advance.
Fans from around the world now book appointments to get her work.
🎭 Culture
John W. Hershey built one of North America’s oldest food forests by planting native nut trees in the Brandywine Valley—1.4 acres of his original Downingtown land still yield a strong harvest today.
Horticulturist Dale Hendricks said the farm shows that his plan for year-round farming continues to benefit the local area.
🏛️ Government
SEPTA's long-dreaded service reductions went into effect Sunday, affecting transit schedules for local commuters.
In addition, Inquirer columnist Trudy Rubin discussed lessons from Ukraine and the First World Drone War while 'Born to Run' celebrated its 50th anniversary.
🏥 Health
UPS driver Stephen Bloomer suffered a cardiac arrest on Aug.
12 during a delivery at If It’s Water Inc. in Downingtown and was saved by team members—Terry O’Neill and his son Colin—who administered CPR before emergency services airlifted him to Jefferson Hospital, where he remains in the ICU.
🎉 West Chester Events
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90’s Rockfest
7:30-11 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of the 90’s with tribute bands for Stone Temple Pilots, Alanis Morissette, and Weezer.
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025
3:30-4:30 p.m. — East Goshen Township Park — Registration fees apply — A community running program promoting fitness for kids from Pre-K to 8th grade.
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