🎓🐾 Professor Honored for Advocacy in Animal Protection

In Today’s Edition of Downingtown Local Pulse

🌤️☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🖌️🎨 Chester County Studio Tour Coming Soon

🎓🐾 Professor Honored for Advocacy in Animal Protection

🦆🦉 Nottingham Park Birding Series

👮‍♂️ Sheriff’s Department Announces Promotions

🎡🎟️ Phoenixville’s Dogwood Festival Returns

🏡 Downingtown Real Estate

📆 Upcoming Local Events

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Discover the Art of Chester County on a Scenic Studio Tour

CHESTER COUNTY — The County Studio Tour in Chester County, a staple in the Brandywine Valley, offers a weekend of artistic exploration with 202 artists across 76 studios on May 18-19. This event showcases the region’s rich artistic heritage, providing access to artists’ studios and homes. Special events, including live art demonstrations, enhance the experience, alongside a preview exhibition at the Chester County Art Association. More info can be found at CountyStudioTour.com

West Chester University Professor Honored for Advocacy in Animal Protection

WEST CHESTER — Cassandra Reyes, Associate Professor at West Chester University, received Legislative Citations from both the Pennsylvania State House and Senate for her significant contributions to animal protection and advocacy. Honored at the Capitol Building in Harrisburg during "Humane Lobby Day," Reyes is recognized for pioneering the first criminal justice college course on animal cruelty in the United States.

Discover Rare Birds at Nottingham Park with Local Audubon Societies

NOTTINGHAM — The Valley Forge Audubon Society and the West Chester Birding Club invite the public to a birding event at Nottingham Park on May 26. This early morning outing from 8:00 to 10:00 am will introduce participants to the unique bird species of the park, located in southern Chester County. The event is open to all, regardless of birding experience, and will feature a gentle 1-2 mile walk. For more info click here

New Leadership and Security Initiatives Launched by Chester County Sheriff

WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Sheriff’s Office has initiated a series of security enhancements and personnel promotions to improve public safety across county facilities. The announcement includes the promotion of six staff members and the expansion of the security team with additional officers and new K-9 units. The promotions were as follow:
Corporal Daniel Clifton promoted to Sergeant
Corporal Martin Lawson promoted to Sergeant
Corporal Robert Burkley promoted to Sergeant
Deputy Deborah Gibney promoted to Corporal
Deputy Deborah Scavello promoted to Corporal
Deputy Kevin Griffin promoted to Corporal
These measures, led by Sheriff Kevin Dykes, aim to foster a safer community and a more robust law enforcement team.

Phoenixville’s Dogwood Festival Returns with New Attractions and Historic Parade

PHOENIXVILLE — The annual Dogwood Festival returns to Phoenixville’s Reeves Park from May 15-18, featuring carnival rides, a variety of vendors, and the traditional Dogwood Parade. This year, the parade celebrates significant anniversaries for the Phoenixville Fire Department and the Borough itself. New attractions include unlimited ride bands, a local beer garden, and special events like themed quizzes and Bingo. More info at phoenixvilledogwoodfestival.org

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Newly Listed Homes:

644 Pancoast Lane, Downingtown, PA ($529,000)

5 Black Horse Circle, Downingtown, PA ($650,000)

623 Caravay Lane, Downingtown, PA ($649,900)

1105 New Hampshire Lane, Downingtown ($410,000)

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Upcoming Local Events…

• Chester Springs Library Pop-Up Book Sale - May 8th-12th

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

• Cars and Coffee: RE/MAX Ace Realty Downingtown - May 11th 9am-11am

• Upper Uwchlan Summer Series: Emily Drinker & Ethan Cain - May 12th 4:30-7pm

• Fore The Park Golf Outing - May 15th, 8am

• Wallace Community Yard Sale - May 18th, 8am-11am

• Chester County Studio Tour - May 18th, 10am-6pm, May 19, 11am-5pm

• Good Fellowship Annual Community Festival - May 23rd, 5:30-7:30pm

• Nottingham Park Birding Series - May 26th, 8am-10am

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