Missing Women in Southern Chester County

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🌤️ Downingtown PA Weather

👀 Missing Person in Southern Chester County

🛹 Bam Margera Allowed to Leave Pennsylvania for Work Under Certain Conditions

🚔 Third Town Hall Meeting for Residents Affected by Cavalcante Escape

🏚️ Chester County Allocates $2.7M for Home Repair Program to Aid Low-Income Residents

🚙 Upper Uwchlan Township Releases Draft Active Transportation Plan for Public Input

🏘️ New Luxury Carriage-Style Townhomes

🏘️ East Coventry Considers 155-Unit Housing Project with Traffic Light and Open Space

Missing Person in Southern Chester County

18-Year-Old Christal Guadarrama Missing in Southern Chester County Southern Chester County Regional Police seek help in locating Christal Guadarrama, an 18-year-old with a learning disability. She was last seen at her residence at 7 a.m. on Wednesday by her sister. Guadarrama had contact with her family at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, stating she was on a train but gave no additional details. If you have any information, please call 911 or the non-emergency number at 610-268-3171.

Former TV Star 'Bam' Margera Allowed to Leave Pennsylvania for Work Under Certain Conditions

Former TV Star 'Bam' Margera Granted Permission to Leave Pennsylvania for Work Former reality TV personality Brandon 'Bam' Margera has been granted permission by a Chester County judge to temporarily leave the state for work-related purposes. However, he must continue wearing an alcohol monitoring bracelet. This decision comes after Margera's recent citation for public intoxication and disorderly conduct during an altercation outside a Radnor hotel. Additionally, Margera is awaiting trial for charges related to an alleged assault on his brother at their Chester County residence in April.

Chester County to Host Third Town Hall Meeting for Residents Affected by Cavalcante Escape

Chester County Commissioners will host a third in-person Town Hall meeting on October 2 to address residents affected by the escape of Danilo Cavalcante. The meeting will explain emergency communication procedures, provide a platform for residents to ask questions about the escape and capture, and offer counseling services for emotional support. Representatives from the Chester County Prison Board, Emergency Services, and a crisis outreach team will attend. The commissioners aim to alleviate fears and anxieties among residents and provide ongoing support. Residents with questions can email the commissioners directly.

Chester County Allocates $2.7M for Home Repair Program to Aid Low-Income Residents

Chester County Commissioners have designated $2.7 million for the Chester County Whole-Home Repairs (WHR) program, aimed at assisting low- to moderate-income homeowners in making essential home repairs. This initiative, a collaboration between various organizations, will address health, safety, habitability, and accessibility concerns. The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development through the American Rescue Plan Act. The WHR program offers grants of up to $25,000 for labor and materials. Applications will be accepted until all available funds are awarded to eligible homeowners. More information can be found on the Chester County website or by calling 610-713-8088.

Upper Uwchlan Township Releases Draft Active Transportation Plan for Public Input

Upper Uwchlan Township has released the draft of its Active Transportation Plan for public review and comment. This plan aims to enhance walking and biking connections within and around the Township, with a focus on closing existing network gaps and linking residential areas, schools, and important destinations like the Village of Eagle and Marsh Creek State Park. The plan's development involved input from residents who participated in a steering committee, completed an online community survey, provided feedback through an online map, and attended a public workshop in May. Residents are encouraged to review the plan and share their insights during this comment period. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Toll Brothers Unveils New Luxury Carriage-Style Townhomes in Chester County's Preserve at Marsh Creek Community for 55+ Active Adults

Toll Brothers, a renowned luxury home builder, has unveiled a new collection of carriage-style townhomes in its 55+ active-adult community, Preserve at Marsh Creek, located in Chester County, Pennsylvania. The community offers 105 home sites with stunning views and features eight home designs ranging from 2,180 to 2,351+ square feet, all including first-floor primary bedroom suites. The townhomes emphasize quality, craftsmanship, and value. Preserve at Marsh Creek also provides an exclusive clubhouse and resort-style amenities, making it an attractive option for active adult living. Toll Brothers offers customization options for homebuyers, and the community is conveniently located near shopping, dining, recreational areas, and major highways.

East Coventry Considers 155-Unit Housing Project with Traffic Light and Open Space

East Coventry is considering a housing project featuring 155 single-family homes on a 100-acre piece of land at the intersection of Route 724 and Frick's Lock Road and Sanatoga Road. The "Villages at Frick's Lock" project, proposed by Artisan Development Group, aims to cluster the homes closely together to preserve nearly 60 acres of open space. It also requires realigning Frick's Lock Road and installing a new traffic light. The project is designed to align with the state's "Growing Greener" initiative by packing houses closer together while preserving open space. It is currently in the preliminary approval stage and complies with existing zoning regulations. Concerns raised by regional planners include parking availability, emergency vehicle access, and connectivity to the Schuylkill River Trail, which will be addressed in a review letter sent to East Coventry Township planners.

Bridge Replacement Project to Close Eastbound Boot Road for 20 Months in East Caln Township

A bridge replacement project is set to commence in East Caln Township, involving the replacement of the existing Boot Road bridge over the Amtrak line. The initiative includes various components such as road reconstruction, guide rail and drainage enhancements, and intersection improvements at Boot Road and Quarry Road. The project aims to replace the bridge while maintaining its alignment and slightly raising the profile grade for better clearance over Amtrak facilities. The existing three-span, 193-foot structure will be replaced by a 105-foot single span, with the width matching the current 38 feet. Intersection improvements involve adding left-turn lanes, replacing traffic signal equipment, and minor drainage enhancements. Eastbound Boot Road traffic will be detoured for approximately 20 months during construction, while westbound traffic will be unaffected.