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UPPER UWCHLAN TWP — Firefighters spent about an hour Friday afternoon battling a tractor-trailer fire on the eastbound Pennsylvania Turnpike in Upper Uwchlan Township, Chester County. The blaze was reported around 2:09 p.m. near milepost 310.5, between the Park Road overpass and the Route 100 interchange, according to Irisheyez Chesco. The initial report indicated the truck's rear brakes were on fire, but the flames grew quickly, and heavy fire was visible by the time fire units were en route. Turnpike officials informed responders that the trailer was loaded with electronics, and motorists were asked to use caution in the area while crews worked. The fire was declared under control at 3:08 p.m. Video available from Irisheyez Chesco

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CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — The Chester Springs Library and Chester County Disc Golf are teaming up to offer a free two-hour beginner disc golf clinic at Pine Creek Park on Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. Participants will learn the rules and basic throwing and putting techniques, then play two-person doubles on the course. No experience is needed, but advance online registration is required.

COATESVILLE, PA — The Marriott in Coatesville, the city's only hotel, officially reopened Wednesday after an extensive renovation, drawing more than 100 people to a ribbon cutting at the 125-room property on Manor Avenue. The hotel opened in May 2002 and closed in June 2022 amid the pandemic. Improvements include new beds, with rooms split between two queens and kings, a new heating and cooling system, updated lighting and larger televisions, alongside existing amenities such as a full gym, indoor pool, full bar and large outdoor patio. City Manager James Logan called the reopening a strong signal of investment in Coatesville that will create jobs for area residents. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Rachel Cathell praised owner Ramnik Chopra's long-standing commitment to the community. Elected officials, including County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz and City Councilwoman Linda Lavender-Norris, also attended the celebration.

EXTON, PA — West Whiteland Township police are investigating a retail theft that took place Sept. 7 at the Kohl's on West Lincoln Highway in Exton and have released images of the people they believe were involved. Anyone who can identify them is asked to contact Officer Lemmon at [email protected] or 610-363-0200, ext. 1903, and reference case number WW-26-13202.

Upcoming local events…

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 12, 9am-1pm

KSQ Mushroom Festival (Kennett Square) - Sept 12 & 13

Pastries With The Police (Wallace twp) - Sept 12, 10am-12pm

Kids Day @ East Caln Park (Bell Tavern) - Sept 12, 10am

Battle of the Bands (Downingtown VFW) - Sept 12, 12pm

Caln Community Day (Caln) - Sept 12, 4pm-8pm

Concert in The Park (Shamona Park) - Sept 12, 4:30pm-7:30pm

Chester County Networking Monthly Happy Hour (Exton) - Sept 15, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Annual Cheers to CVC: Battle of the Badges (Exton) - Sept 17, 5pm-8pm

Rib Eating Competition (Texas Roadhose) - Sept 18, 11am-4pm

Upper Uwchlan Litter Clean-up (Upper Uwchlan) - Sept 19, 9am-11am

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 19, 9am-1pm

Historic Chadds Ford Days - Sept 19, 10am-5pm

Battle of The Coulds March up Ship Rd (Uwchlan) - Sept 19, 10am-1pm

Wallace Twp Community Day (Glenmoore) - Sept 19, 10:30am

Third Annual PawPaw Festival (Bondsville Park) - Sept 19, 11am

Bird Walk (Hibernia Park) - Sept 20, 5:30-7:30pm

Chester County Urban Centers Forum (West Chester) - Sept 23, 5pm-7pm

Master Plans Presentation: Lionville and Rossi Parks (Exton) - Sept 23, 7pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 26, 9am-1pm

Lithium Battery Collection Event (West Bradford) - Sept 26, 9am-11am

Uwchlan Twp Dumpster Day - Oct 3, 8am-12pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Oct 3, 9am-1pm

Downingtown Fall Fest - Oct 4, 11am-4pm

East Brandywine Fall Festival - Oct 4, 12pm-3pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Oct 10, 9am-1pm

Family Fall Fest (Broad Run Park) - Oct 10, 4pm-7pm

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