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Elections

Elections: Campaign Volunteers in Chester Greet Voters, Pass Along Optimism

November 10, 2020 Sumaiyah Bynum

Residents volunteer to help voters cast their ballots at the local senior community center in Chester City, in Delaware County.

COVID-19

COVID-19: Pastor at Great Valley Presbyterian Church Talks About Serving a Congregation During the Pandemic

November 2, 2020 Blake Barstar

With COVID, senior pastor Kieth Fink of Great Valley Presbyterian has been adapting during these uncertain times.

Elections

Elections: PA State Rep. Kristine Howard and Challenger Wendy Leland Makes Closing Cases to Chester County Residents

October 30, 2020 Blake Barstar

The pivotal race between Kristine Howard and Wendy Leland will decide who represents Pennsylvania’s 167th District.

Business

COVID-19: Tattoo Parlors Persist Because of Customers

August 24, 2020 Carolyn Potts

Used to dealing with the possible spread of infection, several tattoo parlors in the region have instituted new policies and practices in order to stay open.

Education

Education: After Community Pressure, Colonial School Board Expands Diversity Efforts in District

August 21, 2020 Justin Oakes

Shreya Bhutani, class of 2018, petitioned the Colonial School Board to take action against racism in schools. In response, the district created a new position focused on diversity and inclusion in schools.

Business

COVID-19: Conshohocken Dojo Offers Mask-Free Outdoor Classes

August 19, 2020 Justin Oakes

At Destolfo’s Premier Martial Arts in Conshohocken, students can work out mask-free in the parking lot or take socially distanced lessons online.

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