🚒👨‍🚒 Fire Destroys Cochranville Home, Two Hospitalized

In Today’s Edition of Downingtown Local Pulse

🌤️☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🚒👨‍🚒 Fire Destroys Cochranville Home, Two Hospitalized

💰 Jeff D’Ambrosio's Generous Donations to Local Schools

🎓 Emotional Farewell at Cabrini University's Last Commencement

🍷 Dressler Estate Celebrates Milestone with Pre-Construction Event

🌮🎸 Highland Orchards Kicks Off Harvest Season with Food Truck Rally

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📆 Upcoming Local Events

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Fire Destroys Cochranville Home, Two Hospitalized

COCHRANVILLE, PA — On Sunday morning, a fire and potential explosion ravaged a home in Cochranville, Pennsylvania. Firefighters from multiple agencies responded to the 1500 block of Limestone Road around 9:15 a.m., where they encountered heavy smoke from the second floor. Two people inside the residence sustained burn injuries and were airlifted to nearby hospitals, with their identities and conditions currently undisclosed. Investigators have declared the house a total loss, and excavators have since demolished the remaining structure.

Empowering Future Leaders: Jeff D’Ambrosio's Generous Donations

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — In a continued demonstration of his commitment to community engagement and philanthropy, Jeff D’Ambrosio, owner of the Jeff D’Ambrosio Auto Group, has made substantial donations to several local educational institutions through the "Fueling our Future" initiative. Schools such as Saint Anastasia, Malvern Prep, Bishop Shanahan, and others have received contributions aimed at supporting their roles in nurturing young minds and shaping future leaders.

Emotional Farewell at Cabrini University's Last Commencement

RADNOR, PA — On Sunday, Cabrini University celebrated its final commencement ceremony, bringing an end to its 67-year history. The closure, announced last June, cast a somber tone over the event. Graduates like Danna Harris, Erick Mendieta, and Shannon Straub shared emotional reflections on their time at Cabrini and the profound impact it had on their lives. Harris, a Design Management major, lamented the loss of her alma mater, while Mendieta, a first-generation graduate, cherished the unique opportunities Cabrini provided. Straub, who studied Early Childhood Education with a focus on Special Education, reflected on her transformative college experience during the pandemic.

The ceremony's keynote address was delivered by Kylie Kelce, a 2017 alumna. She highlighted the close-knit community of Cabrini and urged graduates to carry forward the school's legacy. Despite the closure, efforts are underway to preserve Cabrini's legacy, with Villanova University set to take over the campus.

Dressler Estate Celebrates Milestone with Pre-Construction Event

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Dressler Estate is set to celebrate a major milestone with the community on Friday, May 24, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its new location, 112 E Lancaster Ave. The event marks the beginning of the pre-construction phase of the winery and cidery’s upcoming taproom, transforming a former retail space into a vibrant destination for cider and wine enthusiasts. This celebration also coincides with Dressler Estate's seventh anniversary, reflecting years of commitment to producing quality beverages. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy Dressler's ciders and food from Shimpy's BBQ and Alexander Catering Company, with all items available for purchase.

Highland Orchards Kicks Off Harvest Season with Food Truck Rally

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Highland Orchards Farm and Market is gearing up to start the harvest season with a Food Truck Rally on Saturday, May 25, 2024. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the event will showcase a variety of local food vendors, including Stoltzfus Family BBQ, Kettle Express, La Llamita Vegana, 22BBQ, Philly Hots, Lumbrada Taco Truck, Rosie’s Kettle Corn, Dough Sweet Edible Cookie Dough, Stargazers Winery, Harvest Ridge Winery, Angela’s Cotton Candy, and Beach Bean Coffee Co. Additional vendors are expected to participate, ensuring a wide range of culinary delights.

Entertainment will include live music, with TinnAngel performing classic rock, pop rock, and new country on May 25, and Borderline Trio bringing bluegrass on May 26. The Beer Garden, hosted by Go-N-Play Games, will offer games and activities, including axe throwing. Guests can also visit the farm’s resident animals and enjoy fresh strawberries.

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Upcoming Local Events…

• Know Your Barns - May 22nd, 6pm-7pm

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

• Food Truck Rally Harvest Season Kickoff - May 25th & 26th, 10am-5pm

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

• DASD Community Conversation - May 29th, 6pm-7pm

• Finding Hope Through Resilience - May 29th, 6:30pm-8pm

• Trailblazer Run - June 6th, 6pm

• 5K for Aidan J. for heart-safe communities - June 15th, 8am-11am

• St Joe’s Festival - June 18th-22nd, 6pm-10pm

• Craft & Mercantile at River Station Downingtown - June 21st, 5pm-8:30pm

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