☀️🌑 Chester County Residents Delight in Rare Glimpse of Solar Eclipse

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☀️🌑 Chester County Residents Delight in Rare Glimpse of Solar Eclipse

🚨 DUI, Assault Charges Filed After Dramatic Car Chase Across Chester County

🚧 Road Closure Alert: Pikeland Road Shut Down for Tree Removal

🎻 WCU Symphony Orchestra & Combined Choirs Concert on April 21

🗑️ Successful Community Clean Up Weekend in Caln Township

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Chester County Residents Delight in Rare Glimpse of Solar Eclipse

WEST CHESTER — More than 500 spectators gathered at West Chester University's South Campus to witness a solar eclipse, which unfolded amidst concerns of cloudy skies. However, the clouds parted at 3:22 p.m., allowing attendees to witness up to 90% coverage of the sun by the moon.

Karen Schwarz, director of the WCU Mather Planetarium, expressed satisfaction with the turnout, emphasizing the experiential learning opportunity provided by the event. Attendees, ranging from students to families, were enthralled by the sight, with many describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Activities such as observing the sun through telescopes and engaging in educational games facilitated by students added to the excitement. Professor Marc Gagné, along with the university's Department of Earth and Space Sciences, provided valuable insights into the mechanics of a solar eclipse, enhancing attendees' understanding of this celestial phenomenon.

DUI, Assault Charges Filed After Dramatic Car Chase Across Chester County

EAST GOSHEN — Vanessa Chinelo Ugochukwu, 31, of East Whiteland, is facing a series of charges, including aggravated assault of a police officer and driving under the influence, after leading law enforcement on a reckless car chase spanning several municipalities in Chester County. The incident began when Ugochukwu, driving a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLA 250, purportedly ran a red light, prompting Sgt. Joseph Woulfe of the East Whiteland Township Police Department to initiate pursuit.

Over the course of approximately 17 minutes, Ugochukwu's evasion tactics led her through various areas, including the Great Valley Corporate Center, Phoenixville Pike, and Route 30 in Frazer. Despite efforts by law enforcement to halt her progress, including two unsuccessful police intervention tactics (PIT), Ugochukwu persisted in evading capture, even resorting to turning off her headlights and taillights to avoid detection.

The chase culminated near the Paoli Hospital complex, where Ugochukwu allegedly rammed her vehicle into a state police cruiser. Multiple law enforcement agencies collaborated to box her in, leading to her eventual arrest. Following her apprehension, Ugochukwu was hospitalized, displaying signs of confusion and mood swings. She was subsequently released on bail, awaiting a preliminary hearing

Road Closure Alert: Pikeland Road Shut Down for Tree Removal

WEST PIKELAND — West Pikeland Township has announced a temporary closure of Pikeland Road, spanning from Route 113 to Elbow Lane, on Thursday, April 11th, from 9 AM to 1 PM. The closure is necessitated by the removal of a tree located in the creek beneath the bridge. A crane truck will be employed by the township's tree contractor, requiring setup on the Pikeland Road bridge.

WCU Symphony Orchestra & Combined Choirs Concert on April 21

WEST CHESTER — West Chester University's Wells School of Music will host a free public concert featuring the Symphony Orchestra & Combined Choirs on Sunday, April 21, at 3 p.m. The concert will take place at the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Phillips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester, with livestream access available. Under the direction of Paul Bryan, David P. DeVenney, and Ryan Kelly, the performance will showcase Johannes Brahms' "Ein deutsches Requiem," with additional contributions from voice faculty members.

Livestream will be available here: https://vimeo.com/wsom

Caln Township Residents Unite for Successful Community Clean Up Weekend

CALN TWP — Caln Township is buzzing with appreciation for the outstanding turnout of volunteers during the recent Community Clean Up Weekend. A remarkable total of 121 individuals dedicated their time and energy to participate in the cleanup efforts, yielding impressive results.

Over the course of the weekend, volunteers worked tirelessly to collect 185 bags of trash, along with 14 tires and various larger objects, filling three truck beds in the process. The impact of their efforts extended beyond mere cleanup, as they covered miles of roads and streams, contributing significantly to the beautification of the township.

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Upcoming Local Events…

• 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 Litter Clean Up 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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