Brandywine Valley SPCA expands reach into New Jersey with new agreement

Samantha is among the animals impacted by Brandywine Valley SPCA’s new agreement. Leadership of Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA), Animal Adoption Center (AAC), and both governing boards, led by BVSPCA Board President Crystal Crawford, and AAC Board President Kathryn Lambert, have approved entering into an affiliation agreement. The partnership expands BVSPCA’s lifesaving reach into New Jersey,...

Equestrian legends to be celebrated at Plantation Field International

DD and Michael Matz The Plantation Field International Three-Day Event kicks off this Thursday, September 19 with dressage for the CCI2-S and CCI3-S divisions in the Main Arena. The CCI4-S and CCI1-S divisions begin on Friday with dressage, and all divisions continue with show jumping and cross country on Saturday and Sunday. Refer to online schedule for division times. Three of the four riders who...

Sahler-Sedan VFW Post 287: more than 100 years of history, honoring a Coatesville native

By Joe Felice, Special to the Times On September 6th, I had the opportunity to enjoy the festivities at First Friday in Coatesville.  While walking along the many tables and displays I was overwhelmed with joy when I came across a familiar face, Claresa Whitfield.  Claresa along with John Ney had both set up a table to represent Sahler-Sedan VFW Post 287.  For John and I, this was our first time...

Coatesville residents learn about Affordable health care resources while receiving free laundry services thanks to Equity Health Center

Moira Gassenmeyer, EHC Integrated Health Director, Moses of Fluff & Fold, and Grace Fuller, EHC Community Engagement Coordinator As national and worldwide attention was focused on Philadelphia yesterday for the presidential debate, a local Equity Health Center (EHC) event in the city of Coatesville illustrated how major progess in achieving health equity can be made with many small steps. equityhealthcenter.org Fluff...

Kennet Sq. resident finalist in national wild rice recipe contest

Pan “Fried” Wild Rice by Lisa Keys from Kennett Square. The delicious recipes are featured on the Council’s website where you can also cast your vote! Visit mnwildrice.org to vote by September 30th! The Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council is asking for your help in celebrating National Rice Month by voting for your favorite wild rice recipe in the “People’s Choice” category of...

Read Across Chesco now underway

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and we hope you’ll come to journey with us as we “Read Across CHESCO.” As participants travel from library to library, they will learn about the various services and resources the 18 libraries in the Chester County Library System (CCLS) have to offer. Each library will be spotlighting a different service/resource, so visit as many as you can. Start...

CCIU intern become tech specialist and mentor

Technology support specialist Laurel Difonzo at computer workstation. From debugging code to shaping young minds, Laurel DiFonzo’s journey at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) embodies the power of hands-on learning and mentorship. What began as a college internship has blossomed into a flourishing career, with DiFonzo now guiding the next generation of tech talent. DiFonzo, who pursued...

WCU Biomedical Engineering program receives ABET Accreditation

During the first week of the 2024-2025 academic year, West Chester University received news that its Biomedical Engineering Degree Program has been accredited by the prestigious Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. Sought worldwide, ABET accreditation...

Pamntray of Plenty celebrating 10th anniversary

This year marks a significant milestone for Pantry of Plenty at Sandy Hill Church, as Pantry of Plenty celebrated its 10th anniversary of serving the West Caln and surrounding Townships. Over the past decade, Pantry of Plenty has been dedicated to fighting hunger, providing food to families, individuals, and children in need. Founded in 2014, as an outreach mission of Sandy Hill Community Church in...

Kennett Libray announces fall programs

Kennett Library is stepping into a new season with a calendar full of programs and activities. September, October, and November are filled with programs and events that fuel the community’s passions and inspirations. Chris Manna, Executive Director, said, “To coincide with our one-year anniversary, we are launching some firsts, like our new Astronomy club and our author conversation series.  Additionally,...