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🍞 Commissioners Call for Donations | 🏅 AgConnect Awards | 🌽 Farmers Market Survey | 🦺 Final Caln Cleanup Event of 2025

Downingtown Local Pulse Oct 31st, 2025

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Chesco Sean
31 Oct

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Myth: Pet insurance claims are too slow

Unlike in the past, most pet insurance claims are now super easy to process. Now, you can submit a claim right from an app and get the money deposited directly into your account within days. Many insurers even offer options for direct payment to the vet, reducing the out-of-pocket burden. Check out Money’s Best Pet Insurance list to find options with fast and painless claims processing.

Commissioners Call for Donations as Government Shutdown Halts Grocery Benefits

WEST CHESTER, PA — A federal shutdown has suspended food assistance payments for approximately 30,000 Chester County residents beginning November 1. County commissioners are urging families in need to contact local food pantries while asking community members to donate to food programs. The 211 helpline has reported increased calls from residents seeking food support. Benefits will remain frozen until Congress approves a federal budget, though recipients must continue submitting required paperwork during the disruption.

AgConnect Launches Awards to Recognize Chester County's Farming Innovators

WEST CHESTER, PA — AgConnect has launched the Best of Chester County Agriculture Awards to recognize farming innovators and advocates in the region's $712 million agricultural sector. Nominations open November 2 at the Good Food Fest and close December 13, with winners announced in 2026. Three categories will honor young farmers, women in agriculture, and community impact leaders. The program aims to strengthen connections between consumers and producers while attracting younger generations to farming careers. Community members can nominate candidates by visiting the AgConnect website and completing a submission form on the Awards page.

Downingtown Farmers Market Launches Survey to Shape Future Operations

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Farmers Market has launched a community survey to gather feedback from residents about how to better serve local needs. Market organizers want input from regular shoppers, occasional visitors, and those who haven't attended, aiming to make local shopping more accessible and aligned with community preferences.

Caln Township Plans Final Cleanup Event of 2025 for Saturday

CALN TWP — Caln Township will hold its final community cleanup event of 2025 on Saturday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to noon on North Bailey Road. The volunteer effort is recommended for adults and older teens, with traffic flaggers providing safety support. Residents can register through the township's online signup system.

Local Author Releases Debut Children's Book About Wisdom and Family Values

Chester County author Daniel Pishock has published his first children's book, a parable about four brothers competing to inherit their father's forest home. The hardcover book, illustrated by Zuza Wollny, follows three older sons who fail to complete their father's challenge using wealth and knowledge, while the youngest succeeds with a simpler approach. Pishock, who draws on his faith and family life, designed the story to convey moral lessons to young readers.

The Wise Father and his Four Sons can be purchased on Amazon here

Upcoming local events…

Free Business Networking (Exton) - Oct 31, 9:15am-10:30am

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - Nov 1, 9am-1pm

Mill at Anselma Lecture Series (Chester Springs) - Nov 1, 1pm-2pm

Good Food Fest (Phoenixville) - Nov 2, 11am-4pm

Fall Riparian Buffer Tree Maintenance Day (Caln) - Nov 8, 9am-12pm, 12pm-3pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Downingtown) - Nov 8, 9am-1pm

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

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


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