🚧 Dowlin Forge Road Closure and 🧭 DASD Strategic Plan Forum

Check out the replay of the Downingtown Christmas Parade on our Facebook Page!

🌤️ Downingtown PA Weather

🚧 Dowlin Forge Road Closure for Bridge Repairs Wednesday

🎅 Chester County Park Rangers and Santa Claus Bring Holiday Magic to Pocopson Home

🧭 DASD's Strategic Planning Forum: Join the Conversation This Evening

⛽️ Wawa Unveils Exton Store

💳 Four Arrested in Chester County for Involvement in $133,000 Check Fraud Scheme

🚨 West Whiteland Police Investigate Suspected Theft at Exton Kohl's

📆 Upcoming Local Events

🏡 Local Real Estate Listings

Detour Ahead: Dowlin Forge Road Closure for Bridge Repairs Wednesday

Downingtown Road Department announces bridge repairs on Wednesday, December 13th, leading to the temporary closure of Dowlin Forge Road at Filman Road. A detour through Welsh Ayres Way and Shelmire Road will be in place for the day.

Chester County Park Rangers and Santa Claus Bring Holiday Magic to Pocopson Home

Chester County Park Rangers, with Santa and his reindeer in tow, delivered truckloads of presents to Pocopson Home residents as part of their annual tradition. County employees' generosity resulted in over 500 donations, spreading holiday cheer to the delighted recipients.

DASD's Strategic Planning Forum: Join the Conversation This Evening

The inaugural Strategic Planning Community Forum is on the horizon, and there's an opportunity for community members to register and participate. Taking place on Wednesday, December 13th, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the DASD Central Office, located at 540 Trestle Place in Downingtown, this event serves as a platform for engaging discussions.

To stay informed about the progress of the strategic planning initiatives, interested parties can explore www.dasd.org/strategic-plan. This website offers a comprehensive overview of the work completed to date, providing valuable insights into the shaping of the Downingtown Area School District's future.

Wawa Unveils Exton Store: Grand Opening Festivities and Community Engagement

The eagerly awaited Wawa store in Exton, PA, opens its doors on December 14th with grand opening festivities starting at 7:45 a.m. First 100 customers receive exclusive t-shirts, and all enjoy free coffee. The day includes a community toast, a hoagie-building competition for charity, and Wawa's CEO emphasizing community connections. The Exton store brings 50 new jobs, competitive salaries, and innovative services like mobile ordering and catering. It's part of Wawa's broader plan to open 66 new stores in 2023 and expand to multiple states.

Four Arrested in Chester County for Involvement in $133,000 Check Fraud Scheme

Chester County witnesses the arrest of four individuals, notably Miguel A. Vilchis-Nava, linked to a $133,000 check fraud scheme at an undisclosed business in Kennett Square. Vilchis-Nava faces charges related to unlawful activities, theft, and receiving stolen property. The fraudulent check writing occurred between spring 2021 and May 2022, involving multiple employees.

Additionally, Maria De La Luz Vilchis-Nava, Hilda Dominguez-Bastida, and Carla Renteria face charges connected to theft in the same scheme. Meanwhile, other arrests in Chester County include Clemente Salomon-Dominguez, Fernando Beltran-Andrade, Kasandra Torres, and Daniel Rizzolo, facing charges ranging from driving without a license to making terroristic threats and endangering the welfare of children. The arrests took place in various locations, reflecting the diversity of charges.

West Whiteland Police Investigate Suspected Theft at Exton Kohl's

The West Whiteland Township Police Department is actively looking into an alleged theft incident at the Exton Kohl's store. An unidentified black female reportedly entered the store and is suspected of stealing two vacuum cleaners. The individual then left the premises and entered a red Cadillac, where a black male was at the wheel. Authorities are considering the possibility that the suspects may have originated from Baltimore.

Watch the live stream replay of the Downingtown Christmas Parade

On Saturday we went out to the Downingtown Christmas Parade and live-streamed the event to Facebook. You can watch the replay below:

https://www.facebook.com/downingtownlocalpulse/videos/3664533740457336/

Check out our Facebook page for more photos from the parade!