⚡️ Caln Township Waves Goodbye to Street Light Bills After LED Conversion

In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…

🌤️ Downingtown PA Weather

🚦 PennDOT Channels $13 Million in Red Light Fines for Local Safety Upgrades

⚡️ Cost Savings Initiative: Township Waves Goodbye to Street Light Bills After LED Conversion

👮‍♂️ Newly Sworn-In Downingtown Police Chief Pledges Community-Centric Policing

🌺 Make-A-Wish Grants Local Boy's Dream of Hawaiian Getaway Amidst Battle with Leukemia

💸 Facebook Marketplace Scams Lead to Arrests in Berks County

📆 Upcoming Local Events

🔎 Local Business Finder

PennDOT Channels $13 Million in Red Light Fines for Local Safety Upgrades

PennDOT is allocating $13 million in fines from automated red light enforcement to fund safety improvements in 11 projects across Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties. This brings the total investment through the Automated Red Light Enforcement (ARLE) program to $141.15 million, supporting 576 transportation enhancement projects since 2010. The projects, selected by an eight-member committee, aim to enhance safety, mobility, and reduce congestion, aligning with Pennsylvania state laws.

Here are the intersections in Chester County:

• East Pikeland Township — $367,162 to install a traffic signal at the intersection of Ridge Road and Hares Hill Road.

• London Britain Township — $32,219 for the installation of flashing warning devices on northbound and southbound Route 896 in the vicinity of Strickersville Road and South Bank Road.

• North Coventry Township — $287,100 for traffic signal upgrades along the Route 100 and Route 724 corridors including installation of stop bar and dilemma zone detection, LED signal indication upgrades, and installation of new backplates with reflective strips and installation of ADA compliant pedestrian pushbuttons with LED latching.

• West Fallowfield Township — $95,000 for installation of left turn phases for the Route 41 approaches to Route 10 and related traffic signal upgrades.

Cost Savings Initiative: Township Waves Goodbye to Street Light Bills After LED Conversion

Residents of the township will no longer receive bills for street lights near their homes, thanks to the successful conversion of all township-owned street lights to LEDs last year. The cost savings from this initiative have allowed the township to do away with these bills, providing relief to residents. The community is urged to share this news, and inquiries can be directed to [email protected].

Newly Sworn-In Downingtown Police Chief Pledges Community-Centric Policing

Downingtown Police Department's newly sworn-in Chief of Police, Brendan P. Brazunas, expresses gratitude for the opportunity to lead the department. With 23 years of policing and over three decades in emergency services, Chief Brazunas aims to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety, professionalism, trust, and communication. Read the letter here

Make-A-Wish Grants Local Boy's Dream of Hawaiian Getaway Amidst Battle with Leukemia

In a touching development, Make-A-Wish has stepped in to fulfill the dream of Calvin, a 10-year-old boy from West Chester, Pennsylvania, who has been courageously battling Leukemia since 2022. Calvin's heartfelt wish to visit Hawaii is set to become a reality, bringing joy to the young boy and his family.

Despite facing the challenges of his diagnosis, Calvin's spirit remains upbeat and positive. His love for the beach, soccer, and video games reflects his vibrant personality. The news of Make-A-Wish granting his Hawaiian wish was met with celebration, as The Learning Experience on Old Fern Road organized a memorable sendoff party for Calvin. The festivities included hula dancers and treats from Chick-fil-A, creating a joyous atmosphere for Calvin and his family.

Facebook Marketplace Scams Lead to Arrests in Berks County: Movie-Prop Money Used in Transactions

Two individuals, one from Lancaster County and the other from Northumberland County, face charges for allegedly using movie-prop $100 bills in separate Facebook Marketplace transactions in Berks County. Charges include forgery and theft by deception, emphasizing the need for caution in online dealings.

Upcoming Local Events…

• Downingtown WINTER farmers market - Jan 27th 10am-12pm

• #IHEARTDTOWN Happy Hour - Feb 13th, 5-8pm

• Business Showcase and Art Expo - Feb 17th, 11:30am-4pm

• Kennett Winterfest - Feb 24th, 12:30pm-4pm

• Attatoba Clayworks: Night of Music - Feb 24th, 7pm