• Fifth-Graders Build Dream-Home Models; One Has Multiple, Magical, Harry Potter–Themed Levels

    Fifth-Graders Build Dream-Home Models; One Has Multiple, Magical, Harry Potter–Themed Levels

    Habitat for Humanity of Chester County and founding sponsor Fox & Roach/Trident Charities recently hosted the 19th annual “Build a House … Build a Dream” contest for fifth-graders from across the Delaware Valley. After two years of the annual event being held virtually, the organization was excited to have contestants presenting their projects in person.   Students…

  • Bird Flu Found in East Marlborough Township

    Bird Flu Found in East Marlborough Township

    Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, otherwise known as bird flu, has been detected in a wild bald eagle found dead in East Marlborough Township.  This marks the first detection of HPAI H5N1 in birds within the commonwealth since the virus was first identified in North America in December 2021.  HPAI has impacted domestic or…

  • Local Trans Pro Athlete Just Won the Biggest Wrestling Match of Her Life

    Local Trans Pro Athlete Just Won the Biggest Wrestling Match of Her Life

    Chester County native and pro wrestler Edith Surreal once wrestled under the name Still Life with Apricots and Pears. Newfound confidence in her sport led to a new moniker for her and a fundamental shift for the sport, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. When she originally entered the professional wrestling scene three years…

  • New 5-Part SCORE Series Focuses on Simple Steps to Start Your Own Business

    New 5-Part SCORE Series Focuses on Simple Steps to Start Your Own Business

    SCORE Chester and Delaware County has teamed up with SCORE Lancaster Chapter to offer a 5-part live online program, “’Simple Steps’ to Starting a Business.” The series will run 6 to 8 p.m. on May 5, May 12, May 18, May 26 and June 2.  “Simple Steps” is a comprehensive program offered by SCORE with…