Good morning, West Chester.

Freedom Village at Brandywine will host its Golden Ticket Luncheon on Tuesday, Sept.

22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 15 Freedom Blvd. in West Brandywine (the event offers older adults and families detailed guidance on Life Care retirement planning).

CCRES has launched a new video resource library to preview behavioral health career challenges.

Staff explained techniques to manage aggressive behavior — emphasizing teamwork and clear communication to help students express their needs.

Pennsylvania’s DCNR is offering free Pocket Meadow Kits that turn lawns into native meadows to help pollinators+ reduce runoff and support Chesapeake Bay restoration.

The 300 kits available across the state cover up to 1,000 sqft and come with seed mixes and planting guides.

Joe Oliver from Edward Jones explains that financial fulfillment goes beyond bank balances and is built on steps like emergency savings (for three to six months), a retirement plan, and intentional milestone saving, offering local advice for planning ahead.

Michael Bertrando, owner of Sam’s Sub Shop, doubled for a well-known actor on HBO’s Task and was chosen in January from eight candidates to serve on the Borough Council until December 2027.

He writes, directs and stars in a short comedy shot at the family shop + fuels filmmaking.