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🚨 Investigation Backs Officer’s Use of Force | 🚒 Tour Bus Catches Fire | 🐝 Upper Uwchlan Gets Pollinator Garden
Downingtown Local Pulse Issue #454
Chesco Sean
31 May
In Today’s Edition of Downingtown Local Pulse…
Investigation Backs Officer’s Use of Force in West Chester Gunfire Exchange
12 S Church, From Google Maps
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County District Attorney’s Office has concluded that a West Chester police officer was justified in discharging his weapon during an April 13 mental health-related incident. Officers were serving a psychiatric warrant when William McGillan allegedly fired at them. The officer returned fire while retreating. A subsequent investigation, including body-camera footage and ballistics analysis, confirmed that McGillan fired the first shots. He was later apprehended after fleeing across rooftops and discarding his firearm. McGillan is charged with attempted homicide and remains in custody without bail.
Tour Bus Catches Fire on Route 1 Bypass
WEST GROVE, PA — A tour bus traveling northbound on the Route 1 Bypass near Route 796 in Penn Township caught fire Friday afternoon, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The fire, which began at the rear of the vehicle, prompted a full evacuation. All passengers exited safely and no injuries were reported. The road was closed for more than two hours as emergency responders extinguished the fire and cleared the area. Authorities are still investigating the cause.
Pollinator Garden Project Underway at Upland Farm Park
UPPER UWCHLAN TWP — Upland Farm Park in Chester Springs is currently developing a pollinator garden to attract bees, butterflies, and other vital species. The eco-friendly initiative, led by a local Eagle Scout, is part of an effort to enhance biodiversity and create an inviting public space. Located at 301 Pottstown Pike, the site is marked by construction and signage as the garden begins to take shape. Once completed, the garden will serve both environmental and educational purposes.
Caln Township Hosts Open House Tours of Historic Sites
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CALN TWP — This Sunday, June 1, Caln Township residents can take a step back in time with open house tours hosted by the Caln Township Historical Commission and the Old Caln Historical Society. From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., visitors are invited to explore the Old Caln Meeting House and the Hexagonal Schoolhouse, two preserved historical landmarks in the township. The event is free and open to the public, with no registration required. The tour offers a unique opportunity to learn about the area's architectural and cultural past.
Chester County Card Show (West Chester) - June 1st, 9am-3pm
Upcoming local events…
Downingtown Farmers Market (Downingtown) - May 31st, 9am-1pm
Orienteering Class (West Chester) - May 31st, 10am-12pm
5th Annual Modena Duck Derby (Modena) - May 31st, 12pm-4pm
Chester County Card Show (West Chester) - June 1st, 9am-3pm
Eagleview Summer Concert Series (Eagleview) - June 3rd, 7pm-9pm
East Brandywine Summer Movies (East Brandywine) - June 6th
Downingtown Farmers Market (Downingtown) - June 7th, 9am-1pm
The Iron Bird Summer Artisan Market (Downingtown) - June 7th, 10am- 5pm
Touch a Truck (Eagleview) - June 7th, 10am-1pm
Eagleview Summer Concert Series (Eagleview) - June 10th, 7pm-9pm
Downingtown Farmers Market (Downingtown) - June 14th, 9am-1pm
Downingtown Summer Jam (Downingtown) - June 14th, 4pm-9pm
8th Annual Fathers’ Day Cars & Coffee (Malvern) - June 15th, 8am-11am
Bubble Day at Kidz Town at CFC (Downingtown) - June 24th, 9:30am-11am
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