Church to host 5K, fun run and Trunk or Treat
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Freedom Life Church will present the 10th annual Freedom 5K and fun run followed by a Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Salisbury Township Community Park, commonly known as Gap Park, 750 White Horse Road, Gap.
The 5K run will be timed by Pretzel City Sports. Following an awards presentation for the top finishers in various age categories, there will be a fun run that will consist of one lap around the park. Goodie bags and refreshments will be provided for all registrants.
Event organizers note that community members participate
in the event, not just those who attend Freedom Life. “There was about 100 (participants) in the 5K last year,” said Angie Dearolf, Freedom Life communications director, noting that parents with children in strollers are welcome in both the 5K and the fun run.
“Last year, we had the Southern End Strollers come with their little ones, and they walked the course.”
“Our first 5K was through the streets of Christiana,” Dearolf added, noting that the other family events were added in subsequent years.
A free Kids’ Zone will open at 9 a.m. as well. Offered will be bounce houses, a petting zoo,
face painting, concessions and more. The Kids’ Zone will remain open until 11:30 a.m.
At 10:30 a.m. FL Kids will host a Trunk or Treat for families in the lower parking lot of the park. Children in fifth grade and younger are invited to participate. As part of the Trunk or Treat event, volunteers will decorate the trunks of their vehicles in child-friendly themes and distribute candy to children. Non-scary costumes are encouraged, and admission is free.
Proceeds from the 5K will be used in the fight against human trafficking. Over the past nine years, Freedom Life has been able to give nearly $60,000 to reach,
Families invited to Halloween bingo, costume contest
BY FRANCINE FULTON
A Halloween Family Bingo, featuring games, food and a costume contest for people of all ages, will be presented by Our Lady of Consolation (OLC) Church on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the OLC Schneider Parish Center.
Doors will open at 5 p.m.; bingo will start at 6 p.m.
The event will feature multiple bingo games, including games specifically for children with prizes just for them. “It will be gift cards and little toys the kids may like. It will be a variety of prizes,” said Janice Dagney, OLC director of religious education.
There will be no additional entry fee to participate in the costume contest, and prizes will be awarded to winners in each of the following categories: age 7 and under, ages 8 to 12 and age 13 and over. There will also be a special category recognizing the
See Halloween bingo pg 3
Feeding the hungry
Pequea Presbyterian Church offers ministry
BY FRANCINE FULTON
As part of an effort to serve people in need in the community, Pequea Presbyterian Church in Gap offers free food to the public every Friday from 2 to 3 p.m. No proof of income is required.
The church obtains the items from Blessings of Hope, a food distribution ministry that receives food from food producers and distributors, as well as grocery stores.
Each person gets several boxes of food at the church in a drive-up
format. “We have a dry goods box, a produce box and a refrigerated or frozen box,” explained food ministry volunteer Doris Witmer, who is also a church deacon.
On a recent Friday, the fresh produce box contained potatoes, snap peas, strawberries, lettuce, grape tomatoes and peaches.
“We usually have something they can make a salad with, and we try to get fresh fruits and vegetables,” said church pastor Alfred Wanner.
The cold box contained chocolate milk, yogurt, liquid eggs,
See Food ministry pg 4
Participants in last year’s event included Gloria Brucchieri (left photo, left) and Addison Turk (left photo, right), shown displaying their medals, and Hannah Palmer (right photo), who enjoyed face painting and the petting zoo.
At last year’s event, one family dressed up as the Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf.
Sean Rowe to play at The Factory
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Ever since Adam Nagle became the director of The Factory Ministries, 3293 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, he has been trying to organize a fundraising concert at the location. “We have looked at it a number of times, but we couldn’t get the right artists, timing, resources,” recalled Nagle. Enter local influencer Brother Daniel with the contacts to bring national recording artist Sean Rowe to The Factory stage as part of an event called “Trying to Leave Something Behind.” Rowe, known for his strong vocals and poetic lyrics, will perform a live benefit concert at The Factory on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. The event’s name comes from Rowe’s song “To Leave Something Behind,” which was utilized at the end of the movie “The Accountant” starring Ben Affleck. Daniel tells the story of the anonymous donor who has endeavored to make the concert available locally. “This is the ultimate pay-itforward,” said Daniel, who explained that “Trying to Leave Something Behind” refers to the legacy our life’s work can leave for others.
According to Daniel, the local anonymous donor did Rowe a favor at one time, and Rowe has insisted on paying that favor back. “Sean lives his faith,” noted Daniel. “He said, ‘I have to pay it forward.’” Since Rowe is on a tour of the Northeast and playing in nearby Wayne, he offered to come to the donor’s house for a private concert. The donor wanted to do more. “We don’t put
our light under a bushel,” pointed out Daniel. “We let it shine.” The donor told Nagle that Rowe was available for one night and that he could play at The Factory. Nagle happily accepted the offer.
To help keep the costs of the event low, Best Western Plus Intercourse Village Inn is donating Rowe’s accommodations during his visit to the area.
Along with the music, organizers have arranged for food to be available for purchase at the event.
“We have a number of food trucks coming,” said Daniel, who was especially happy to tell of one food truck owned by a woman who attended The Factory Ministries youth programs until she was in third grade. “She is coming back to support The Factory,” stated Daniel, who
added that each food truck owner would donate a portion of profits to the ministry. Nagle is looking forward to finally seeing his dream of a benefit concert at the venue become a reality.
“It’s a real gift,” said Nagle, who noted that the anonymous donor came to him with not only the idea, but a plan and put the show together at minimal cost.
Several options are available to attend the limited-seating concert. All proceeds will benefit The Factory. Entrance to the concert will be free as space is available with a suggested
donation. To guarantee a seat, a general admission ticket may be purchased. Daniel noted that buying a premium ticket will purchase a seat in the front row and an ultimate premium
SINGING SPRING FOODS
Sean Rowe
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Halloween bingo from
family with the best themed costumes. Gift cards will be awarded to the winners.
Participants will be able to show off their costumes during a special parade held inside the building.
“We will do a little parade around the parish center by age group,” noted Dagney.
Families may preorder whole large cheese pizzas to enjoy or purchase pizza by the slice at the event. Also for sale will be hot dogs, chips and soft pretzels. There will also be a sale of baked goods homemade by church members.
Money raised from the event will support the church’s vacation Bible school (VBS), which is offered each summer for area youths from preschool age to those who have completed fifth grade. “We had about 85 to 90 kids (attend this past summer). It was one of our biggest years since the pandemic,” noted Dagney.
The Schneider Parish Center is located at 2995 Cemetery Road, Parkesburg. Tickets purchased in advance by Friday, Oct. 18, will be discounted.
A link to preorder bingo tickets and pizza can be found by visiting www.face book.com/olcchurch and choosing “Events.” Tickets will also be available at the door. Only cash and checks will be accepted for payment. The event is geared towards families with children age 12 and under, but all are welcome.
Attorney joins Gawthrop Greenwood
Gawthrop Greenwood PC, a regional law firm with offices in West Chester and Berwyn, as well as greater Wilmington, Del., welcomed Jennifer L. Simons as an associate attorney practicing in the firm’s Trusts and Estates Department.
A life-long resident of the Philadelphia area, Simons takes great pride in advocating for the well-being of her clients as they work together to make highly individualized decisions in the areas of estate planning, special needs trusts,
guardianship and estate administration. She excels in translating legalese into true understanding while preparing wills, powers of attorney and advance medical directives. She also
See Attorney pg 7
Those with questions may contact Dagney at 610-8570511 or dagney@gmail.com. More information about the Halloween Family Bingo and other upcoming church events can be found at www .olcchurch.org.
Among the family costumes last year were the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Jennifer L. Simons
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Food ministry
frozen shrimp fried rice and ice cream, while the dry goods box contained canned goods, cookies, tea and a loaf of bread.
“The church pays Blessings of Hope for the food. It’s not free to us, but it’s free to the community,” said Wanner, noting that people of all ages come to get the food, which has been given out at the church for more than 10 years. “We have had some people come to church as a result of (the ministry).”
church for free food are asked to provide their contact information and agree to use the food items they are given for themselves. They are also free to share the food with others.
“We work with Blessings of Hope. They have the policy that the food must not be sold or bartered, and we remind people of that,” Wanner added. “If we have someone new come in, we make sure they are aware of that.”
SATURDAY OCTOBER 26
12:00 P.M. TO 3:00 P.M.
Children of All Ages and Parents of All Ages
Welcomed!
Each food recipient also receives a printed lesson written by the pastor. “He gives them a message every week,” said Witmer.
Those who visit the
Assisting in the ministry is Wanner’s wife, Cookie, and his sister-in-law Ruth Wanner, a church deacon.
Pequea Presbyterian Church is located at 273
FALL FOOD SALE
Holy Ghost Ukrainian Orthodox Church 392 Charles Street, Coatesville, PA 19320 Saturday, November 9, 2024 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Pierogies - Potato/Cheese, Sauerkraut, Mushroom, Stuffed Cabbage (Halupki), Noodles & Cabbage (Halushki), Nut
Soup
Curbside Pickup - Pre-Order Only To place an order visit: www.holyghostuoc.org Orders open on October 23-November 6
Cambridge Road, Gap. Those who are interested in obtaining free food are asked to contact the church at 717-768-3324 or pequeapres1724@gmail. com. For more information about the church, search for “Pequeaeco1724” on Facebook.
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ticket may be purchased for a private event, where a ticketholder can meet Rowe, hear some live music, receive a T-shirt, and have a conversation with the recording artist. Readers who wish to register for the concert may visit https://
thefactoryministries.com and click on the tab that reads “Sean Rowe Concert.” The Factory Ministries has been providing services including adult advocacy, The Factory Market, a youth center, and more for a number of years.
Announcing the 33rd Annual
Saturday, October 26, 2024 • 8:30 A.M.
In & Behind the Firehouse – 3135 Limestone Road
Antiques & Collectibles, Tools (see below), Crafts, Quilts, Furniture, Household Items, Shrubbery, Outdoor/Lawn Items, Gift Certificates, & Much More
Donations & Consignments Welcome: Wednesday 10/23 - 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Thursday 10/24 - 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. and Friday 10/25 - 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Come enjoy the delicious food: Homemade Doughnuts & Pretzels, Chicken Corn Soup, Chicken BBQ, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Hoagies, French Fries, Fried Shrimp, Salads, Homemade Baked Goods, Homemade Ice Cream & Milkshakes
NEW TOOLS THIS YEAR: Rising Sun Supply is consolidating their 3rd Annual Solanco Christmas Auction with the Cochranville Fire Company Auction, just in time for your wedding and Christmas gifts. Over $30,000 in Milwaukee and Dewalt power tools to be sold absolute A lot of contractor and homeonwer tools and supplies, including power tools, rechargeable flashights head lamps, hanging lights, 12 volt lights of all descriptions, hundreds of knives (sporting & other), tool boxes, Milwaukee pack out systems. Upon the conclusion of the tool sale, Rising Sun Supply will to a power tool door prize giveaway with 12 winners. Rising Sun Supply power tool sale will begin at 11:00 A.M.
For more information: Call Tina (Office Manager) at the Firehouse 610-593-5800 (leave a message) or email her at officemanager@cochranvillefire.com Check out our Facebook Page or Website: cochranvillefire.com for updates and pictures
November 4, 2024
Coatesville Senior High School @7PM
THE POINT WELCOMES TONY!
We are thrilled to announce that Super Bowl champion coach, sports analyst and best-selling author TONY DUNGY will be the Keynote Speaker at our annual Fall Fundraiser. Tony is a devoted Christian, award winning author and dedicated advocate for youth development. Tony brings a wealth of experience and passion that will inspire and bring awareness to our mission of empowering youth and families to live victoriously.
Rolls, Fruit Rolls, Kielbasa, Rye Bread,
Volunteers with the food ministry include (from left) Cookie Wanner, Doris Witmer and Ruth Wanner.
Freedom 5K
rescue and restore women and children affected by trauma. In the past, contributions have been given to the A21 Campaign, North Star Initiative and, new last year, All Things Possible Ministries, founded by Victor Marx. The faith-based organization works to free people from trauma, including trafficking victims, members of the military with PTSD and widows and orphans in war-torn areas.
“Last year, we learned about All Things Possible and were inspired by what they are doing and the impact they were having,” said Dearolf, noting that all proceeds from this year’s event will benefit All Things Possible. More information about the organization is available at www.victormarx.com.
The premier sponsors for this year’s Freedom 5K are Andrews Auto of Gap, Lincoln Way Electric of West Grove, Weaver
Museum sets “Trains and Treats”
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, will host Trains and Treats on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The event is recommended for children ages 3 to 12 and is included in the regular museum admission.
Children will follow the Treat Trail set up in the museum, where they will visit historic locomotives,
railroad cars, and interactive exhibits. They may pick up a treat bag when they arrive and collect a variety of nut-free candy and small, non-food items at each stop along the Treat Trail. Attendees may wear costumes.
To learn more about the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, visit www .rrmuseumpa.org or call 717-687-8628.
Historical society plans program
The Historical Society of Salisbury Township will meet on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Salisbury Township Building, 5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap.
Gwen Ruth Dickinson,
president of the William Chester Ruth Legacy Project, will present “William Chester Ruth: The Life of an African American Inventor and Businessman.”
Companies of East Earl and Bob Dolinger Hauling of Nottingham.
For more information about the Freedom Life 5K and to register, visit www .freedom.life/freedom5k.
Those who register by Wednesday, Oct. 16, will receive a discount. Those with questions may email info@freedom.life.
The 5K and walk will be held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, the Trunk or Treat will take place on Sunday, Oct. 20, following the 11 a.m. church service at Freedom Life, 447 Noble Road, Christiana.
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Dear Brother or Sister in Christ, In the United States, 40% of Christians do not vote.
If God did not want us to have an active role in His plans, He would not have called us to action repeatedly throughout Scripture. Again and again, from Genesis to Revelation, He calls on His people to act, to stand against evil, and to stand up for the needy and vulnerable (Isaiah 6:8, Matthew 28:18-20, Ephesians 5:11, Proverbs 29:2, Proverbs 31:8-9). If we sit on the sidelines while every good thing our nation stands for is destroyed, we will have violated far more Scripture than the handful of passages that may be misused to justify inaction.
Christians oftentimes ignore getting involved in the voting process for several reasons: (1) they don’t believe their vote counts, (2) they have been misinformed, or (3) they have never done it; therefore, it’s hard to break the ice. We encourage you to pray and ask God to help you break free from these fears. We are all called upon to do the right thing.
Many Christians do not vote because of pressure from their church and community. It is time to fully reverse that habit. We are all called upon to do the right thing. The hard part is finding the courage to stand up, to stand in the gap. Initially, you may be judged for doing so. But standing in the gap for good is the only way to stop this storm.
Here’s what you can do today to save the country:
1. You can vote early by mail, or in-person. Call us and we’ll help you better understand the options Pennsylvania offers: 717-403-7041.
2. Talk to everyone about why you are voting and why they should too.
3. Pray for our nation and our nation’s leaders. Please act. You don’t want to wake-up the day after the 2024 election wishing you had done more to save your community and your country.
Sincerely,
Tim and Sally Englerth walked in last year’s Freedom 5K.
Last year, a local family enjoyed collecting candy during the Trunk or Treat event.
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Community Calendar
Oct. 16 and 23. Bible Study Group
Parkesburg Mennonite Church 44 E. Second Ave., Parkesburg, 10 a.m. The fall Bible study will focus on Ephesians. The topic on Oct. 16 will be “Giving Thanks and Prayer for the Saints.” The topic on Oct. 23 will be “Our New Life in Christ.” Coffee and pastries will be provided.
Oct. 16. Kacie’s Cause Support Group
ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566
Sunday Service & Kid's Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchuchpa.org Church phone: 717-786-2756
FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Children’s Service during Pastor’s Message). Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. We are located at 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: 1 EAST
HIGHLAND RD., PARKESBURG PA 19365 610-857-1670 www.highland-bc.org
Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am, Morning Service 10:45 am (nursery is available), Prayer Service 4 pm Wednesday Youth programs 6:30-8:00 pm. Thursday Ladies Bible Study 10:00 am
IMPACT CHURCH: IMPACTING lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH
LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High, Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev. Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266. Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com Hearing assistance devices.
MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)
“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infantsPre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time. Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com
MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at: www.maplegrovemc.com
MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org
MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am, Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access. Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH
Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
ROCK CHURCH: A Spirit-filled, Full Gospel Church Family. 32 E. State St in Quarryville. Sunday service at 10am. More info at RockChurchLC.org Phone: 717-847-6872
SANDY HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH :
420 S. Sandy Hill Rd., Coatesville 610-857-3959; www.sandyhill.net. Sunday service: 10:15am; Bible teaching, music; Children’s classes, staffed nursery; Adult classes, 9:15am, Youth Min., Sundays, 5:30-7:30pm. Small Groups. A Friendly, Christ-centered church. Preschool: Enrolling-2 1/2-5 years, 610-857-1922
ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday inperson Holy Communion Service at 10:00 AM, also live-streamed. When people warmly welcome you, you will know you have found a church home where you can come just as you are. The Episcopal Church is Catholic in the way we worship and Protestant in the way we think. You’ll find beautiful music, good preaching, and an inclusive community in which to worship God. YOU BELONG HERE! Check out St. Christopher’s website, YouTube, or Facebook for updates and links. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134 www.stchrisoxford.org
UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EPC): 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Adult choir, Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Dr. Jerry Iamurri, Supply Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)857-0236
Parkesburg Baptist Church 103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m. www.facebook.com/ KaciesCauseParkesburg
Oct. 17, 18 and 19. Fall Book Sale
Presented by the Friends of the Moores Memorial Library
Read Moore Bookstore, 9 W. Slokom Ave. Christiana (lower level of library). Sale hours are: Oct. 17, from noon to 7 p.m. Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Oct. 19, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thousands of used books of all genres will be available at discount prices. A bag sale will also take place during the entire sale.
Oct. 17. Narcotics Anonymous IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
Oct. 19. ACE Meeting
ACE is the (Advocating, Collaborating, Educating) Anti-Human Trafficking Alliance of Oxford Oxford Senior Center
12 E. Locust St., Oxford. Refreshments will be provided at 9 a.m., followed by the presentation at 9:15 a.m. Tracy E. McFadien, MSN, RN, CEN will address human trafficking educational issues. All are welcome.
Oct. 19. Talking Tombstones Tour
Presented by the Christiana Historical Society
Sadsbury Friends Meeting, 1089 Simmontown Road, Gap. Visitors will be able to meet some of the “residents” of the burial ground and hear their stories from the mid-1800s and the Christiana Resistance. Tour times will be at 4, 4:30, 6 and 5:30 p.m. There will be a fee; refreshments are included. Purchase tickets at www.christianahistorical society.com or buy tickets on-site after 3:30 p.m. on tour day. For more information, call Monica at 856-313-0745.
Oct. 20. Church Service, Free Meal
New Beginnings Church of the Cross 1 Penn Ave, Christiana. Sunday morning worship will take place at 10 a.m., followed by a free smorgasbord-style meal. www.facebook.com/NewBeginningsCross
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PennDOT seeks feed-
back from the public
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has posted an online survey to accept feedback on its construction and maintenance services. Members of the public may take the survey through Tuesday, Oct. 22, by visiting https://tinyurl.com/Penn DOTCustomerSurvey.
The 24-question survey asks respondents how they receive PennDOT roadway information and how often PennDOT meets or exceeds their expectations in construction and maintenance activities. Respondents are also asked about their experiences with reporting concerns to the department and whether or how they use the state’s 511PA traveler information services.
Construction and maintenance work has been underway across the state this year. From January through August, 303 bridges were put out for bids to be repaired, replaced, or preserved by PennDOT or industry forces. Additionally, from January through August, more than 3,100 roadway miles were improved by department or partner crews. This number includes 1,114 miles of paving.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA .com, using the associated smartphone application for iPhone and Android
devices, calling 511, or following regional X alerts. 511PA is free and available 24 hours a day. For more information about PennDOT, visit www.penndot.pa.gov.
supports clients in adult guardianship matters as well as special needs trusts and provides representation in the Orphans’ Court.
Prior to joining Gawthrop Greenwood, Simons served as an associate attorney at a regional law firm where
she also served as a legal assistant while attending Widener University Delaware Law School at night and achieving dean’s list honors. Previously, she achieved a successful career in corporate retail for a leading apparel provider.
Simons will serve in Gawthrop Greenwood’s West Chester and Berwyn offices. A member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, she has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star and provides seminars on estate planning issues, guardianships and special needs planning. She currently resides in Lansdale.
A complete listing of the firm’s practice areas and attorneys, as well as a variety of legal resources, can be found at www .gawthrop.com.
Garden program results in food donations
A vegetable garden at the Chester County Youth Center (CCYC) offers residents a way to help their community. The youths’ participation, including planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting, has resulted in the production of 17,000 pounds of vegetables since the garden’s planting in 2013. To date, the garden, which consists of six raised beds and a self-irrigated hoop house, has yielded 17,000 pounds of vegetables. All of this produce was donated to local food cupboards and CCYC’s cooking program.
The garden is the result of a partnership with Trellis for Tomorrow, a Phoenixville nonprofit whose experiential programs focus on organic gardening, environmental education, and food security.
The organic CCYC garden has three growing seasons: spring, summer, and fall. Spring plantings include potatoes, lettuce,
and cabbage. Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, zucchini, and eggplants are grown in the summer. More tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers are planted for the fall. The garden is checked and maintained throughout the year, even when it is inactive.
Over the past few years, the CCYC garden has yielded more than 2,000 pounds of vegetables annually. The vegetables have been donated to the West Chester Food Cupboard and other local food cupboards, including Kennett Square Food Cupboard, the Lord’s Pantry in Downingtown, Pathstone Food Pantry in Kennett Square, the Chester County Food Bank, and the West Chester Food Cupboard. CCYC’s Arts Holding Hands and Hearts cooking program also uses the produce in creating meals with the CCYC residents.
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The winners, along with other selections, will be published in a commemorative special section appearing in the Conestoga and Garden Spot Pennysavers, as well as the Morgantown/Honey Brook and Octorara Community Couriers in early December. All entries will be featured on our website at townlively.com.
Entries are due by Monday, October 28th. Entries can be e-mailed to: info@engleonline.com, with Christmas Expressions in the
The Chester County Youth Center staff members who are volunteer gardeners are (from left) supervisor Brian Sebold, program coordinator Matt Howard, Youth Center Officer Arianis McFadden, Youth Center Officer Lauren Baratta, Widener University student intern Abby Blake, and (not pictured) Youth Center Officers Jim Smith, Arah Leggett, and Adam Thomas.
A variety of produce was harvested from the garden at the Chester County Youth Center this summer.
improvement homefall
Commissioners host state human services secretary
Chester County Government showcased its recently introduced Human Needs Network service to Pennsylvania Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh in early September. During the afternoon briefing, Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe explained the county’s intent for the new service.
The Human Needs Network focuses on helping local residents who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis or who need information about services such as food, housing, and mental health assistance. The initiative includes providing information via the local contact center for the 211 service and the 988 crisis hotline. Mobile crisis response teams also provide assistance.
received more than 1,000 calls for behavioral health information each month since April. The mobile crisis response teams have been dispatched more than 350 times since mid-May.
The meeting with Arkoosh also included a tour of the county’s 211 and 988 contact centers, located in the Chester County Government Services Center.
At the recent meeting, Chester County’s human services director, Pat Bokovitz, and his team reported on the early impacts of using the local contact center and mobile crisis response teams. The call center has
The Human Needs Network of Chester County was developed with input from leaders of more than 50 local organizations who represent all sectors of the community, from first responder organizations, schools, hospitals, and libraries to nonprofits and veterans’ organizations, the United Way of Chester County, and county government departments. Many now serve on the Human Needs Network’s Community Advisory Board.
A significant portion of Chester County’s investment in the Human Needs Network was covered by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Chester County human services director Pat Bokovitz (center) gives Pennsylvania Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh (left) and Commissioner Eric Roe a tour of the Human Needs Network Call Center.
Church plans hymn sing
Faith Community United Methodist Church, 332 Chester St., Atglen, will host a community hymn sing on Sunday, Oct. 20,
from 3 to 4 p.m. in the sanctuary. The event is free of charge. Participants will be able to request hymns.
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backyard hard-scaped patios and walks. Privacy fencing and hedges, small barn in back of lot with lots of potential. Utilities: Well water and on site septic, Public natural gas to property and servicing back up generator, oil furnace, central air, 200 amp electric. Taxes: Approx $5,416 annual.
PERSONAL PROPERTY - HH GOODS: 4 bedroom suites; dining room table and suit; dressers; hutches; wardrobe; chairs; end tables; lamps; lawn furniture; crocks; books; games; kitchen wares; cookware; utensils; garden tools; small coin collection; much more.
Auctioneers Note: Spacious Cape Cod home with In-law suite and recent upgrades. Delightfully landscaped back yard/patio area. Large lot with small barn in back of lot. HD Generac back up generator. Photos and additional information available at our website. Real estate to be sold @ Noon.
Terms: Property sold As-Is. 10% deposit day of sale. Buyer pays 2% State Transfer Tax. Settlement on or before Dec. 10, 2024. Showing: Open House Dates: Thursday, October 24. 4-6 PM - Property also shown by appointment.
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Unit #124 stored by: Allen D. King
Unit #239 stored by: Warren Diem
Unit #107 stored by: Chastidy Estheimer
Gap Self Storage, LLC Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 845 Houston Run Drive After loan auction Gap, PA 17527 listed above 717-442-3030
Gap Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by:
Unit #033H stored by: Marlon Miller
Unit #073H stored by: Jennifer Hatton
Unit #082H stored by: Marcus Dienner
Intercourse Self Storage Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 2 Heritage Drive After 10 a.m. auction Gordonville, PA 17529 listed above 717-455-0505
Intercourse Self Storage, LLC, in order to satisfy its statutory lien pursuant to 73 P.S. 1901 et seq., will sell at PUBLIC SALE all the personal property stored in its facility, placed by: Unit #585 stored by: Shawn Evans
Conditions: All units will be sold by competitive bidding to the highest bidder. Bids will be taken only for each unit in its
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