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🌊 Stormwater Funding For Downingtown | 🚔 National Night Out in Caln | 🚨 Robbery Suspect Faces Trial

Downingtown Local Pulse Issue #488

Author

Chesco Sean
25 Jul

Stormwater Study in Downingtown Among 12 Projects Funded by Chester County

Atglen Boro Hall Park

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Commissioners have approved $5 million in Community Revitalization Program grants to fund 12 infrastructure projects in boroughs and the City of Coatesville. Downingtown will receive $300,000 to launch a comprehensive flood study, a critical first step in long-term flood mitigation. Other projects include park renovations, solar energy initiatives, roadway improvements, and stormwater system upgrades. Since 2002, Chester County has awarded nearly $85 million in revitalization funds to support the resilience and growth of its urban centers.

Final Suspect in Coatesville Robbery Set for Court Appearance

COATESVILLE, PA — Steven Donte Pittman of Coatesville is scheduled for a preliminary hearing this week as the final defendant in a violent robbery case dating back to December. Prosecutors allege Pittman and three others ambushed a man outside the Malibu Club Room, beating him and stealing thousands in cash and electronic transfers. The victim was found bloodied and pantsless by responding police. Two co-defendants, Brandon Norris and Daijon Redd, have already been held for trial. Pittman faces charges including attempted murder and kidnapping and is held on $1 million bail.

Caln Township Prepares for National Night Out Celebration

CALN TWP — On August 5, Caln Township will mark the conclusion of its 2025 Summer Series with National Night Out, a community-centered event promoting police and resident partnerships. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at Caln Municipal Park and includes a concert by Chico’s Vibe, emergency service demonstrations, food, games, vendors, and a helicopter landing by JeffSTAT (weather and emergency conditions permitting). Hosted by the township’s police department and Parks & Recreation, the evening aims to strengthen ties between law enforcement and the community in a festive, family-friendly setting.

New Executive Role in Chester County Puts Focus on Service Experience

WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has appointed Megan Moser as its first Chief Experience Officer (CXO), reflecting a strategic shift toward enhancing public engagement and service excellence. The role replaces the former Deputy County Administrator position and is part of a broader executive restructuring led by County CEO David Byerman. Moser, who starts August 11, will oversee key public-facing departments including Health, Human Services, Voter Services, and Workforce Development. She brings extensive experience from the federal government, the City of Philadelphia, and the Wharton School, and holds an M.P.A. from the University of Pennsylvania’s Fels Institute.

Upcoming local events…

Christmas in July (Wallace Twp) - July 25th, 6:30pm

East Brandywine Movie Night: Paddington (East Brandywine Park) - July 25h, 8:45pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - July 26th, 9am-1pm

Rocketship Space Explorers (Downingtown) - July 24th,

Eagleview Farmers’ Market (Eagleview) - July 31st, 3pm-6pm

The Amazing Spaghetti (Downingtown) - July 31st, 6pm

National Night Out Concert: Chico’s Vibe (Caln twp) - Aug 5th, 6pm

17th Annual Golf Outing and Dinner (Downingtown) - Aug 8th, 11am-8am

Caln Summer Series: Wonka (Caln twp) - Aug 8th, 7:30pm

96th Old Fiddler’s Picnic (Coatesville) - Aug 9th, 10am-4pm

Roots and Blues Festival (Kennett Square) - Aug 9th, 11-6:45pm

Free Summer Concert: The Flying Komorowski Brothers (West Bradford) - Aug 21st, 6pm


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