🚨 First Prison Escapee Pleads Guilty | 🌗🌘 Chester County Gears Up for Eclipse Viewing Event | 🐑 Springton Manor Farm Sheep & Wool Day

In Today’s Edition of Downingtown Local Pulse

🌤️☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🌗🌘 Chester County Gears Up for Near-Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

🧗 Guilty Plea: Chester County Man's Escape Echoes in Cavalcante Case

🏅 Fulton Bank Recognized Nationally for Small Business Export Financing

🏃‍♀️ The 35th Annual Kennett Run: Celebrating Fitness and Community

🏷️ Community Yard Sale: Support West Bradford Fire Company Auxiliary on May 11th

🐑 Springton Manor Farm Hosts Annual Sheep & Wool Day

🏡 Downingtown Real Estate

📆 Upcoming Local Events

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Chester County Gears Up for Near-Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

COATESVILLE — Chester County is preparing for the near-total solar eclipse on April 8, focusing attention on Hibernia County Park in Coatesville for prime viewing. In collaboration with the Chester County Library System and the county’s Department of Parks and Preservation, the Chester County Astronomical Society and Timmy Telescope Solar Astronomy Education are orchestrating an extensive viewing event. Pam Marquette, program coordinator for the Chester County Library System, underscores the event's duration, spanning the eclipse's entirety. Roger Kennedy of the Chester County Astronomical Society explains the phenomena accompanying a total solar eclipse, emphasizing the atmospheric changes and wildlife reactions.

Guilty Plea: Chester County Man's Escape Echoes in Cavalcante Case

WEST CHESTER — Igor Bolte's guilty plea on charges stemming from his prison escape shed light on security vulnerabilities at Chester County Prison, inadvertently aiding Danelo Cavalcante's escape. Appearing before Judge Patrick Carmody, Bolte admitted to fleeing the facility, resulting in an 18 to 60-month state prison sentence.

Bolte's escape method, characterized by his rock-climbing skills, was copied by the infamous escape by Cavalcante, after the county failed to implement adequate measures to prevent such an escape from happening again. While Bolte was swiftly captured within 10 minutes, Cavalcante managed to evade authorities for 14 days, highlighting lapses in monitoring and security protocols.

Fulton Bank Recognized Nationally for Small Business Export Financing

PENNSYLVANIA — Fulton Bank, N.A., headquartered in Pennsylvania, and First American Bank have been honored by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of International Trade as 2024 Export Lenders of the Year. This recognition highlights their pivotal role in supporting small business export financing, promoting market expansion, and facilitating international trade.

Daniel Krupnick, Associate Administrator for the SBA’s Office of International Trade, emphasized the significance of export financing in enabling small businesses to seize global opportunities. Fulton Bank's SBA department, integral to its commercial lending operations, offers Export Working Capital Program (EWCP) solutions to small business exporters. Collaborating with the bank's international group, these initiatives provide essential financing and payment services to clients with international focus, ensuring their growth and success.

The 35th Annual Kennett Run: Celebrating Fitness and Community

KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Run, celebrating its 35th year, is set to energize the streets of Kennett Square on May 4th. This annual event, rooted in community support, has raised over $1.28 million for local nonprofits. From the 5K Run/Walk to the exhilarating PoweRun, participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to register before Early Bird Registration closes on April 6th.

The Kennett YMCA hosts new running groups, catering to novice and experienced runners alike, while the PowerRun offers a unique challenge for those seeking to test their limits. Post-race festivities, including live music and delicious food, provide a vibrant atmosphere for celebration and camaraderie.

Community Yard Sale: Support West Bradford Fire Company Auxiliary on May 11th

WEST BRADFORD — West Bradford Fire Company Auxiliary hosts their annual community yard sale on May 11th from 8 am to noon, accepting donations of various items in good condition to benefit the fire company. Updated collection dates from April 10th to May 8th are available every Wednesday night from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the sub-station. Interested vendors can secure a space for a donation of $25 per space.

Springton Manor Farm Hosts Annual Sheep & Wool Day

GLENMOORE — Chester County Parks + Preservation invites the community to Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore, PA, for its annual Sheep & Wool Day on April 27th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This family-friendly event offers a wide range of activities, including the main highlight of sheep shearing, live blacksmith demonstrations, fleece spinning and weaving displays, kids’ inflatables, face painting, wagon rides, and food trucks.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the Great Barn, which showcases agricultural history, and engage with various animal displays presented by Penn State Extension, 4-H Clubs, and the Chester County Animal Response Team (CART). Additionally, the Friends of Springton Manor Farm group will be available to provide information about the farm and opportunities for involvement.

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Upcoming Local Events…

• French Creek Powder Mill - April 6th, 2pm-3pm

• West Bradford Easter Egg Hunt - April 7th, 10am

• West Bradford Open Space Event - April 8th, 7pm

• QPR Suicide Prevention Training - April 10th, 10am-11:30am

• Cars and Coffee at RE/MAX ACE REALTY - April 13th, 9am-11am

• Wallace Twp Spring Clean Up Day - April 13th, 9am-12pm

• Uwchaln Twp Spring Cleaning Second Event - April 14th, 8:30am-10:30am

• Coatesville Community Health and Wellness Fair - April 14th, 1pm-5pm

• Brandywine Red Clay Alliance Clean-up - April 20th, 8am-12pm

• Minquas Fire Co Spring Craft & Vendor Sale - April 27th, 10am-

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• Springton Manor Farm Sheep and Wool Day - April 27th, 11am-3pm

• West Bradford Fire Company Community Yard Sale - May 11th 8am-12pm

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