In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…
Boot Road Bridge Replacement in East Caln Township Stays on Track for Fall 2026 Finish
EAST CALN TWP — The Boot Road bridge replacement project in East Caln Township, Chester County is progressing on schedule, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The existing bridge, which crosses an active Amtrak rail line, was demolished in February by contractor H&K Group, which has since shifted focus to site excavation and preparation. Foundation construction is expected to begin in April and wrap up in May, followed by bridge beam installation in late June or early July. Deck construction will then carry through the summer and into the fall, with the full project slated for completion by fall 2026. Residents can track progress through PennDOT's dedicated project webpage.
Two Townships Compete for a Cause in April Food Drive Challenge
UWCHLAN and UPPER UWCHLAN TWPS — For the second year running, Uwchlan Township and Upper Uwchlan Township are facing off in a friendly food drive competition, with the real winners being food-insecure residents throughout Chester County. The monthlong challenge runs from April 1 through April 30, with both townships collecting nonperishable donations at their respective municipal buildings. Uwchlan Township's drop-off site is located at 715 North Ship Road in Exton, while Upper Uwchlan Township's building at 140 Pottstown Pike in Chester Springs will also be accepting items. Township lobbies will be open every weekend during April from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Chester County Food Bank has flagged canned tuna, canned chicken, canned spam, canned fruit in light syrup, and jelly as top priorities, and has asked that donors avoid glass packaging. A full list of accepted and needed items is available at chestercountyfoodbank.org.
Dick Vermeil, Rip Hamilton and Barbaro Featured in Chester County's Newest Tribute to Homegrown Champions
WEST CHESTER, PA — A new exhibit celebrating Chester County's storied athletic history is now open to the public at the Chester County Welcome Center in West Chester. Unveiled this past week, the display pays tribute to some of the region's most accomplished sports figures, including Dick Vermeil, the celebrated NFL head coach; Rip Hamilton, the three-time NBA All-Star known for his scoring prowess; and Barbaro, the beloved thoroughbred whose 2006 Kentucky Derby victory made him a household name across the country. Visitors can explore rare sports memorabilia connected to these local legends and others. The Welcome Center is located inside the historic Chester County Courthouse at 21 W. Market Street and welcomes guests Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. More details can be found at brandywinevalley.com.
From Chester County to Independence Hall: Historian to Explore John Morton's Revolutionary Legacy
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County's own John Morton may not be the most immediately recognizable name among the signers of the Declaration of Independence, but a virtual presentation next week seeks to bring renewed attention to his remarkable life. Morton, who signed the historic document in 1776, was one of Pennsylvania's most accomplished public figures of his era, having served simultaneously as a Continental Congress delegate, Speaker of the Pennsylvania Assembly, and Associate Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. On April 1 at noon, local historian and researcher John E. Smith III will lead a virtual talk tracing Morton's roots in Chester County and examining how his personal and political journey led him to Independence Hall. The event is part of the America250 Speaker Series, organized in recognition of the approaching 250th anniversary of American independence. The presentation is free and open to the public, with registration available online Click here.
Market Snapshot for Downingtown
Coming Soon:
902 CHISWELL DR Downingtown ($576,900)
212 TRUMAN WAY Downingtown ($775,000)
32 DOMINIC DR Downingtown ($899,000)
Price Reduced:
255 PROSPECT AVE #B Downingtown ($325,000)
Active:
161 JEFFERSON AVE Downingtown ($215,000)
334 MARY ST Downingtown ($318,000)1354 RIDGEVIEW CIR Downingtown ($499,000)
390 MARY ST Downingtown ($500,000)
58 GRAYSON LN Downingtown ($549,000)
121 FOUR LEAF DR Downingtown ($574,000)
9 WHITELY RD Downingtown ($599,900)
120 ARDEN WAY Downingtown ($615,000)
141 FOUR LEAF DR Downingtown ($625,000)
122 AMERICAN Downingtown ($659,900)408 WOODLAND DR Downingtown ($725,000)
1026 HALTER RD Downingtown ($739,900)
923 STABLE WAY Downingtown ($770,000)
735 APPALOOSA RD Downingtown ($849,900)
798 SOUTHWIND LN Downingtown ($875,000)
103 TREGO LN Downingtown ($1,175,000)
1464 W STONINGTON Downingtown ($1,199,000)
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Upcoming local events…
Chester County Networking Happy Hour (Exton) - March 24, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Free Kids’ Fishing Rodeo (Kerr Park) - March 28th, 9am-2pm
Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - March 28th, 10am-12pm
West Pikeland Community Egg Hunt (Chester Springs) - March 28, 11am
Upper Uwchlan Easter Egg Hunt (Hickory Park) - March 28, 11am
West Bradford Easter Egg Hunt (Broad Run Park) - March 28, 12pm
Caln Easter Egg Hunt (Caln Municipal Park) - April 4th, 1pm
Coatesville Star Party Rescheduled - April 4, 7:30-9:30pm
Downingtown Main St Clean Up - April 11, 10am-1pm
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