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In Today’s Issue of Downingtown Local Pulse…

☀️ Downingtown PA Weather

🦅 Downingtown Fences Off Portion of Kerr Park to Protect Bald Eagle Nest

🔔 Bell Unveiling to Mark Start of Chester County's America250 Celebrations

🧯 Fire Department Offers Free Smoke Detectors While Supplies Last

🚨 Driver Shot on Turnpike After Suspects Allegedly Impersonated Police

🏘️ Local Real Estate Listings

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — he Borough of Downingtown has imposed temporary restrictions in Kerr Park after a bald eagle nest containing three eaglets was identified on the property. In partnership with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, officials have created a protective buffer zone, erected temporary fencing, posted no-trespassing signs and closed the portions of the disc golf course that fall within the restricted area. Monitoring and enforcement in the park have also been increased.

The precautions are meant to prevent disturbances — particularly from crowds, noise and drones — that could cause the eagles to abandon the nest, which would violate federal protections. Park visitors are being asked to stay out of restricted zones, keep their distance from the nest, avoid flying drones nearby and follow posted directions. Borough officials acknowledged the closures may affect park use but characterized the steps as necessary to protect the wildlife and avoid significant legal penalties.

WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Community Foundation, along with Chesco250 and Chester County Government, will host the "Dare to Declare: America250 Bell Unveiling" on Thursday, April 30, at 5 p.m. on the steps of the Historic Chester County Courthouse. The free public event launches a broader countywide effort to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.

The centerpiece of the initiative invites residents to organize their own community readings of the Declaration of Independence at parks, picnics, historic sites, taverns or any local gathering space. Organizers note that the Declaration takes only about ten minutes to read aloud and have provided planning guides, checklists, marketing materials and a flyer template to help residents put together their own events. Hosts are encouraged to register their readings through the initiative's website to be included in countywide promotion.

Additional details are available at cccf250.org/daretodeclare.

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Fire Department is offering free smoke detectors and home safety checks to residents of Downingtown Borough and East Caln Township while supplies last. Firefighters will inspect existing detectors and install new ones at no cost. Residents can request the service by emailing [email protected] with their name, address and phone number.

TREDYFFRIN TWP — Three men have been charged in connection with a March 28 shooting on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, in which Pennsylvania State Police say the suspects posed as law enforcement in an attempt to rob a driver. According to investigators, Roberto Morel, 51, Terrell Adams, 38, and Tuften Green, 21, followed the victim's vehicle while flashing red and blue lights to compel the driver to pull over. When the motorist became suspicious, Green is accused of shooting him in the chest, with additional rounds fired as the driver fled the scene. A woman and a 3-year-old child were also inside the car at the time of the incident, and the driver was hospitalized.

Morel and Adams have been taken into custody, while Green remains at large and is the subject of an active arrest warrant. The three men face multiple charges, including attempted murder, conspiracy to commit criminal homicide and impersonating a public servant. Anyone with information is being asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police Embreeville Station at 610-486-6280.

Market Snapshot for Downingtown

Just Listed:
3810 HUMPTON RD Downingtown ($280,000)
131 BRADFORD AVE Downingtown ($295,000)
107 BRADFORD AVE Downingtown ($375,000) Open Sat 12PM-2PM
115 WINDY HILL RD Downingtown ($525,000)
404 COUNTRY EDGE CIR Downingtown ($560,000) Open Sun 11AM-1PM
12 LILA LN Downingtown ($624,900) Open Sun 11AM-1PM
25 N TOMPKINS SQ Downingtown ($689,000) Open Fri 2PM-4PM
1003 TRAVIS CT Downingtown ($739,000) Open Fri 4:30PM-6PM
813 TREMONT DR Downingtown ($814,900)
45 W LANCASTER AVE Downingtown ($850,000)

Price Reduced:
2752 FYNAMORE LN Downingtown ($375,000)
390 MARY ST Downingtown ($470,000)
121 FOUR LEAF DR Downingtown ($565,000)
120 ARDEN WAY Downingtown ($609,000)
402 NATIONAL DR Downingtown ($779,000) Open Sat 12PM-2PM
798 SOUTHWIND LN Downingtown ($826,000)
1464 W STONINGTON Downingtown ($1,150,000)

Active:
439 BIANCA CIR #152 Downingtown ($335,000)
260 MOORE RD Downingtown ($429,900)
4 WILLOW CT Downingtown ($450,000)
19 PONDS END DR Downingtown ($615,000)
923 STABLE WAY Downingtown ($770,000)
266 ARTERS WAY Downingtown ($840,000)
735 APPALOOSA RD Downingtown ($849,900)
580 REEDS RD Downingtown ($1,700,000)

Coming Soon:
262 CARLYN CT Downingtown ($250,000)
72 ASHLEY CT Downingtown ($330,000)
1105 VERMONT LN Downingtown ($349,000) Open 4/23 5PM-7PM
1369 PIEDMONT DR Downingtown ($499,900)
211 SUGAR MAPLE SQ Downingtown ($500,000)
2103 JACOBS MILL CIR Downingtown ($509,900) Open Sun 1PM-3PM
205 HIDDEN CREEK DR Downingtown ($580,000) Open Fri 5PM-7PM
17 KILLDEER LN Downingtown ($650,000) Open Sat 12PM-2PM
43 LILA LN Downingtown ($695,000)
10 HEATHERWYND FARM Downingtown ($900,000)
59 FOUNDERS WAY Downingtown ($1,065,000) Open 4/23 5PM-7PM
425 MERCER DR Downingtown ($1,250,000)

See more listings at ChesterCountyRealty.com

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Upcoming local events…

East Caln Clean Up Event - April 25, 9am-11am

Downingtown Farmers’ Market - April 25, 10am-12pm

Shred Event East Caln/Downingtown - May 2, 9am-12pm

Sheep and Wool Day (Glenmoore) - May 2, 11am-3pm

Life & Times Along the Struble Trail (Downingtown) - May 3, 1pm-4pm

Downingtown Cars & Coffee (Downingtown) - May 9, 9am-11am

Founding Fathers Historic House and Garden Tea Party $ (Caln) - May 9, 1pm-4pm

The Ledbetters and Superunknown- Tributes to Pearl Jam and Christ Cornell $ (Phoenixville) - May 16, 8pm

46th Annual Chester County Antique Car Club Car Show (Downingtown) - May 23, 10am-2pm

Kerr Park Gallery Walk (Downingtown) - May 31, 11am-2pm

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