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🌳 High Schoolers Invited to Join Environmental Council

👩‍⚖️ Judge Appointed to Lead Judiciary

🎅 Free Santa Photo Event for Families

🎄 Donate to Toys for Tots at Tree Lighting Event

🎁 Bishop Shanahan Hosts Christmas Craft Show

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High Schoolers Invited to Join Upper Uwchlan’s Environmental Council

UPPER UWCHLAN TWP — The Environmental Advisory Council of Upper Uwchlan Township is inviting high school students in grades 9 through 11 to apply for its Junior Board Member position. This opportunity is open to township residents who have demonstrated interest in environmental issues through academic or extracurricular activities.

Applicants must submit a letter describing their interest in the position and their relevant experiences to Township Manager Tony Scheivert at [email protected] by December 20. The chosen candidate will attend monthly council meetings and participate in community events organized by the council.

Chester County Appoints Judge Wheatcraft to Lead Judiciary

WEST CHESTER, PA — Ann Marie Wheatcraft, a longtime judge and leader of Chester County’s treatment courts, has been unanimously elected as the county’s next president judge. Beginning her five-year term in 2025, Wheatcraft will take over from Judge John Hall, who guided the courts through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Wheatcraft’s work has focused on rehabilitation through programs like Drug Court and Veterans Court, which offer non-violent offenders a chance to rebuild their lives under supervision. Her colleagues have commended her for her fairness, compassion, and administrative skills, calling her election well-deserved.

As president judge, Wheatcraft will oversee judicial assignments, court operations, and administrative matters, working closely with county officials to ensure accessible and efficient justice. Her career includes over two decades of legal experience, beginning as a prosecutor in Chester County’s District Attorney’s Office. Wheatcraft, who lives in West Grove, aims to continue the legacy of fairness and service upheld by her predecessors.

Minquas Fire Company Hosts Free Santa Photo Event for Families

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — This Saturday, December 7, the Minquas Fire Company invites the Downingtown community to its free "Selfies with Santa" event. Taking place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the fire company’s station on Wallace Avenue, the event offers a festive photo opportunity with Santa Claus.

Guests can also indulge in complimentary hot chocolate and cookies while soaking up the holiday cheer. Although the event is free, donations are welcome and will go toward supporting the fire company’s ongoing efforts to serve the community.

Donate to Toys for Tots at Caln’s Festive Tree Lighting Event

CALN TWP — This Sunday, December 8, at 5 p.m., Caln Township will hold its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, inviting residents to join in an evening of festive cheer and holiday giving. Attendees are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys to support the Toys for Tots program. A donation bin will be available at the event, held in the heart of the township.

For those unable to attend, toy donations can be dropped off at the Caln Township Police Department during office hours through Monday, December 11.

Bishop Shanahan Hosts Christmas Craft Show with 180 Vendors This Saturday

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — This Saturday, December 7, Bishop Shanahan High School will host its annual Christmas Craft Show, a cherished tradition for holiday shoppers. The event boasts over 180 handmade crafters and vendors, offering a wide array of unique items, alongside a popular bake sale. Proceeds from the craft show directly benefit the school’s student programs, making it a festive way to support the community. Admission is $5 for guests aged 12 and older, with complimentary entry for religious personnel, faculty, staff, and Eagle Nest cardholders with valid ID.

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