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🔥 Explosives Manufacturer Fire |🌟 Northern Lights Spotted |🥁 Coatesville Christmas Parade |🎄 Caln Christmas Decorating Contest

Downingtown Local Pulse Nov 12th, 2025

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12 Nov

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Chester County Explosives Manufacturer Consumed by Major Fire

ATGLEN, PA — A fire broke out early Tuesday at Action Manufacturing Company, an explosives facility in Atglen, Pennsylvania. Firefighters arrived after 3 a.m. to find the building in flames and decided to let it burn in a controlled manner due to hazardous materials inside. Authorities closed nearby roads but said there was no threat to the public. The company manufactures timing devices for munitions and explosive powders. Action Manufacturing previously pleaded guilty in 2014 to illegally storing hazardous waste and paid a $1.2 million fine. State and federal agencies are investigating.

Northern Lights Spotted in Downingtown Skies, Encore Expected


DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Northern Lights appeared over Pennsylvania and New Jersey on Tuesday night, including in Downingtown, offering a rare celestial display for mid-Atlantic residents. The aurora was caused by two coronal mass ejections from the sun that merged near Earth's magnetic field, creating what scientists call a Cannibal CME. Meteorologists say Tuesday's showing could be just a preview, with an even more vibrant and widespread aurora expected Wednesday night. Residents are being encouraged to prepare their cameras for what could be a dramatic natural light show extending farther south than usual.

Coatesville's Christmas Parade Returns to Lincoln Highway in December

COATESVILLE, PA — The Coatesville Christmas Parade returns Dec. 6 along Lincoln Highway, continuing a tradition that began in the 1950s. More than 160 entries will include Philadelphia Mummers bands, dance groups, emergency vehicles, and decorated floats. Cleveland-Cliffs is the presenting sponsor for the third year. Organizers will again feature quiet zones for noise-sensitive children along certain blocks. F. Breuninger Insurance will serve as grand marshal. Competitions for best floats and vehicles will offer cash prizes. Santa and Mrs. Claus will close the free event, which begins at 10 a.m. and will be livestreamed. More info at https://coatesvillechristmasparade.com/

Caln Township Launches Annual Holiday Decorating Contest

CALN TWP — Caln Township is hosting its annual Holiday Decorating Contest, sponsored by Parks and Recreation and Hatt's True Value Hardware. The free competition is open to all residents and businesses, with judging scheduled for Dec. 18 between 6 and 9 p.m. Five categories include Best Use of Lawn Ornaments, Best Use of Lights, Best Multimedia, Best Use of a Small Space, and Classic Holiday. A Residents' Choice winner will be selected via Facebook voting. Winners receive $25 gift cards and ornaments. Previous winners cannot win but are encouraged to participate. Registration closes Dec. 15. More info at Caln’s website

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.

Upcoming local events…

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Nov 15, 9am-12pm

Christmas Market at Downingtown UMC (Downingtown) - Nov 15, 9am-2pm

Chester County Networking Happy Hour (Exton) - Nov 18, 5:30pm-7:30pm

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

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

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

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

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


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