Morrison to be honored by Chesco 2020

Chester County 2020 will recognize the value of land use planning, and the service of our municipal volunteers and officials at the annual Citizen Planner reception - April 27, 2016, at the Chester Valley Golf Club. And help us honor two of our outstanding Citizen Planners - Molly Morrison, and Bob Hankin. Morrison is an alumna of Ursinus College and Syracuse University. She reported to…

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For Washington’s Birthday: wintry mix

If you have the day off for Washington’s Birthday, count your blessings: Mother Nature is not planning an appropriately respectful forecast. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for the region from 6 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 15, through 2 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Snow is expected around 11 a.m. on Monday before turning to sleet around 4 p.n. The…

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Free composting classes: Can you dig it?

The ground may be frozen solid, but spring is approaching; and with it comes the prospect of bountiful vegetable gardens and vibrant floral bouquets. To improve those results for home gardeners, the Chester County Board of Commissioners, through the Chester County Solid Waste Authority, is hoping residents will dig this offering: free certified master composting classes. The classes – attendance is required all three weeks…

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