Chester County nonprofit gets new leader

Susan Mostek to serve as executive director of Fund for Women and Girls Susan Mostek will assume her new post on Nov. 18. The former executive director of the Phoenixville Public Library Foundation will head the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls. A news release from the Chester County Fund last week announced the appointment of Susan Mostek as executive director. “We are pleased to engage...

Public input sought for environmental grants

Pa. American Water sponsoring ‘Community Investment Challenge’ Pennsylvania American Water announced the “Community Investment Challenge” last week, a contest that will enable the public to help determine grant awards to support environmental projects and community improvement programs. To be eligible, organizations must submit projects that will take place within Pennsylvania American...

Natural Lands Trust offering bird’s eye view

Special workshop series will focus on optimal birding experiences Anyone with an interest in birding may want to join Natural Lands Trust (NLT) to take advantage of “Your Big Year,” a workshop series that begins in November and is exclusive to its members. The trust’s connection to birding dates back to 1953 when a group of avid birders joined forces to prevent Gulf Oil from dumping dredging...

Bridge Academy to host ‘Night of Hope’ on Nov. 9

Grammy-nominated rap musician to be featured speaker at fund-raising dinner The Bridge Academy and Community Center in Coatesville is hosting a fund-raising dinner on Nov. 9. A hub of activity at all hours of the day and night, the Bridge Academy and Community Center (BACC) in downtown Coatesville is hosting its First Annual Bridge Academy “Night of Hope,” a fund-raising dinner designed...

Marching Red Raiders to host competition

Coatesville is one of 18 bands that will perform Saturday The Marching Red Raiders of Coatesville will perform in exhibition on Saturday during their 22nd Annual Cavalcade of Bands Showcase” “Steel City -Battle of the Bands.” Drum roll, please: The Marching Red Raiders of Coatesville and the Coatesville Parents’ Music Club, Inc. will present their 22nd Annual Cavalcade of Bands Showcase...

Volunteers sought for earth-shaking initiative

1,400 trees to be planted in East Fallowfield Township The Brandywine Conservancy is taking the lead on a project to plant 1,400 trees in East Fallowfield Township on Saturday; volunteers are needed. Conservationists hope area residents will dig this important environmental activity: planting 1,400 trees in East Fallowfield Township on Saturday, Oct. 26. The Brandywine Conservancy, Guardians of the...

Saturday sale to buck trend of high prices

 At Brandywine Consignment Shop, tent items will all be priced at $1 When was the last time you were able to purchase something substantial for a dollar? Well, the Brandywine Consignment Shop is offering an opportunity to do exactly that. As a “way of giving back to the community,” it is hosting a Buck$ for Brandywine Tent Event at its store at 368 West Uwchlan Avenue, Downingtown, on Saturday,...

D.A.s stress high price of ignoring early education

Prosecutors urge funding increases for pre-kindergarten programs Speaking at Wednesday’s news conference were Cumberland County District Attorney David J. Freed (from left), Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan, Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman, Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams; and Delaware County District Attorney John Whelan. Stressing that paying for early...

Potential pets on parade at pennyworth prices

Chester County SPCA inviting visitors to fall in love this weekend If you want to capitalize on the research that shows people with pets enjoy longer, happier lives, the Chester County SPCA (CCSPCA) would like to assist. This weekend, the nonprofit agency is sponsoring a two-day drive to boost adoptions, with extended  hours from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, the SPCA will host...

Democrats to host ladies-night with women candidates

The Women’s Democratic Club of Chester County is hosting a gender-specific opportunity to interact with potential voters – and female candidates – on Oct. 26 at the Courtyard Marriott. Titled “Meet & Greet for Dem Diva’s Candidates: A Lady’s Walk,” this casual, free event will start at 6:30 p.m. and will feature a silent auction.  All Democratic women candidates are welcome from...