Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
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🏘️ Community
In November, Freedom Village at Brandywine raised 761 pounds of non-perishable food for the Chester County Food Bank to help local families during the holidays.
A Friday jeans incentive boosted staff participation and community spirit.
Freedom Village at Brandywine ended its November food drive by collecting 761 pounds of nonperishable food for the Chester County Food Bank, with staff encouraged to donate on Friday for a jeans-at-work incentive.
A planned public park at Crebilly Farm in Westtown has been delayed by zoning issues, funding limits, and a missing master plan.
Over eighty local advocates (Friends of Crebilly Preserve) attended Tuesday's township meeting to urge officials to continue pushing the project forward.
Two NFL stars will partner with local groups to deliver coats, gifts, and food to families in need this December—Yeboah will visit Reeceville Elementary on Dec.
11 and distribute at THE POINT on Dec. 16 while retired Joyner makes gift deliveries on Dec. 13 in Downingtown and Coatesville.
Chester County Department of Community Development received international recognition yesterday in Denver for reducing and preventing homelessness.
The award praised countywide efforts including a 33 percent drop in first-time homelessness over two years and supports new affordable housing investments.
🎓 Education
Billionaire philanthropist Mackenzie Scott donated $25 million to Lincoln University in Chester County last Friday to boost scholarships and campus programs.
The donation is the largest in the school's history + builds on her previous contributions.
Cleous (Glowry) Young introduced Emotional Transfiguration at a recent local session to help schools and community organizations handle stress and trauma.
His method blends aviation principles with practical psychology to offer clear tools that defuse tension and rebuild trust.
🏥 Health
Chester County Health Department inspections at Chickie's & Pete's in Malvern and Wendy's in Paoli revealed food safety issues including improper cooling, mislabeled items, and buildup in kitchen areas; officials say the reports reflect conditions on the day and advise residents to report any concerns.
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Christkindlmarkt 2025
11 AM – 6 PM — Gay Street — Free — Explore over 100 vendors featuring handcrafted goods at this festive outdoor holiday market.
Have a Ball! New Year Family Event 2025
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Chester County History Center — $10 — Kids can create party kits and enjoy themed crafts and treats as they prepare for the New Year.
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