♻️ Caln Environmental Advisory Council | 🌳 Liberty Trees to Be Planted at Battlefields | 🚨 Street Racer Guilty

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☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

♻️ Caln Township Forms Environmental Advisory Council

🌳 Liberty Trees to Be Planted at Chester County’s Historic Battlefields

🚨 Coatesville Man Sentenced for Role in Fatal Street Race

🖊️ Chester County Names New Director of Human Resources

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Liberty Trees to Be Planted at Chester County’s Historic Battlefields

MALVERN, PA — To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, Chester County will host Liberty Tree dedication ceremonies on June 3 at the Paoli and Brandywine battlefields. The initiative, part of a broader project by America250PA, involves planting trees descended from the last surviving Liberty Tree at Revolutionary War landmarks across all Pennsylvania counties. These dedications highlight the region’s role in the fight for independence, including the brutal Battle of Paoli and the pivotal Battle of Brandywine. The ceremonies aim to link local history with national ideals of liberty and unity.

Coatesville Man Sentenced for Role in Fatal Street Race in Lancaster on Route 30

LANCASTER, PA — In a negotiated plea deal, Brandon Gentile, 21, of Coatesville, received a two-day prison sentence, one year of house arrest, and seven years of probation for his involvement in a deadly street race on Route 30 in 2023. The crash led to the death of 22-year-old motorcyclist Thomas Hartenstine. Surveillance footage and witness testimony showed Gentile driving at speeds over 125 mph. Although Gentile’s vehicle did not directly strike Hartenstine, authorities determined his reckless driving created the conditions that caused the fatal crash. A search of his vehicle also uncovered an unregistered firearm, marijuana, and other drugs. The plea agreement was made with input from the victim’s family, who wished to avoid a trial.

Chester County Names Lauren Streubert Director of Human Resources

WEST CHESTER, PA — Lauren Streubert has been named Director of Human Resources for Chester County. With over 20 years of experience in HR leadership at Citadel Credit Union, Streubert will now oversee a team managing benefits, recruitment, and employee development for the county’s 2,400 full-time workers. Her background includes implementing diversity initiatives and leadership development programs. The Chester County Commissioners highlighted her strategic expertise and deep local ties, noting that Streubert is well-positioned to support the county’s workforce. She holds advanced degrees in psychology and HR management, and brings extensive professional certifications to the role.

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