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🧭 Boro Trail Close for Improvements | 📈 County Preliminary Budget | ✍️ Caln Open Board Positions | 🚨 Police Seek Theft Suspect

Downingtown Local Pulse Nov 20th, 2025

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20 Nov

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Walking Path Through The Ponds to Close Nov. 24–26 for Improvements

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Downingtown Borough has announced a temporary closure of the walking trail through The Ponds at Kardon Park, effective November 24 through November 26. The affected section runs between East Pennsylvania Avenue and Norwood Road and will be closed to allow crews to complete minor reconstruction and paving work. Borough officials are asking residents to steer clear of the trail during this period, as heavy equipment will be operating throughout the area.

Chester County's 2026 Budget: Steady Taxes, Rising Investment in Services and Capital Projects

WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has proposed a $778.6 million budget for 2026 that holds property taxes steady while increasing spending on human services, infrastructure, and capital projects. The plan, developed amid federal and state fiscal uncertainty, includes $666.4 million in operating expenses and $112.2 million in capital investments. Commissioners will vote on the budget December 19. You can view the preliminary budget and presentation on the County’s website.

Positions Open on Caln Township Boards; Applications Now Accepted

CALN TWP — Caln Township is recruiting volunteers to serve on five advisory bodies that help guide local policy decisions. The township has nine positions to fill: two seats on the Historical Commission (five-year terms), one on the Municipal Authority (five years), one on the Parks and Recreation Board (five years), two on the Planning Commission (four years), and three alternate positions on the Zoning Hearing Board (two years).

These boards and commissions advise township officials on matters including historic preservation, infrastructure, recreational facilities, land use planning, and zoning appeals. Residents interested in contributing to their community's governance are encouraged to apply through the township website or contact staff for additional information.

West Whiteland Police Ask Public's Help in Locating Theft Suspect

EXTON, PA — West Whiteland Township police are searching for Brandy Marie Hickman, 46, who is wanted on retail theft and receiving stolen property charges following an incident at an Exton business. A warrant was issued November 14. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

Good 2 Know in Chester County | Ep 14 | Vanguard Lending

WEST CHESTER, PA — Jenny Leigh sits down with Vanguard Lending’s Jason Fallon and Jason Stevenson to demystify mortgages for first-time buyers, self-employed clients, and investors. From bank-statement loans to equity strategies, learn why now can still be the right time—and how a 15-minute plan call can save months of frustration.

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Upcoming local events…

Coffee with a Cop at A Child’s Light (Downingtown) - Nov 21, 9:30am-11am

Exton INP Free Networking (Exton) - Nov 21, 9:15am-10:30am

Craft & Mercantile Holiday Market (Eagleview TC) - Nov 21, 4:30pm-8pm

Chesco Food Bank Benefit Show (West Chester) - Nov 21, 9pm

Downingtown West Indoor Percussion Craft Fair (Downingtown) - Nov 22nd, 11am-4pm

Chester County Networking Monthly West Chester Happy Hour (West Chester) - Nov 22nd, 5pm-7pm

WC Turkey Trot 2025 (West Chester) - Nov 27, 8am

East Brandywine Tree Lighting (East Brandywine) - Nov 29, 3pm-5pm

9th Annual Upper Uwchlan Tree Lighting (Chester Springs) - Nov 29, 4pm-6pm

Downingtown Christmas Tree Lighting (Downingtown) - Nov 29, 6pm-7:30pm

Wallace Twp Annual Tree Lighting (Glenmoore) - Dec 5th, 6pm

West Chester Hometown Christmas Parade (West Chester) - Dec 5th, 7pm-9:30pm

Coatesville Christmas Parade (Coatesville) - Dec 6th, 10am-2pm

The Iron Bird Christmas Village (Downingtown) - Dec 6th, 10am-5pm

Caln Township Tree Lighting (Thorndale) - Dec 7th, 5pm

6th Annual Christkindlmarkt (West Chester) - Dec 13th, 11am-6pm

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