WFCS students take part in Trash Stash service day
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Despite unfavorable weather conditions, approximately 200 West Fallowfield Christian School (WFCS) students from preschool through high school, along with their parents, participated in Trash Stash, an effort to clean up local roadways and parks while also raising money for the school’s operating budget.
This year’s event, held on April 12, coincided with PennDOT’s “Pick Up PA” and “Keep PA Beautiful” campaign initiatives.
Participants, wearing green
Trash Stash T-shirts with a new logo, along with orange safety vests and gloves, picked up trash at Parkesburg’s Minch Park, along Route 10 near Hershey’s
“We wanted to honor our word and be good stewards.”
Farm Market and Walmart, as well as other locations. Some students remained at the school to clean up the playground and the surrounding property.
Additionally, WFCS had a dumpster available at the school from Harris Metals of Coatesville where school family members and the community could donate recyclable metal, also to benefit the school.
By the end of the day, students and parent volunteers had collected over 100 bags of trash.
“In addition, we filled two large containers with metals,” reported WFCS principal Heather Furlong, noting that for all the scrap metal collected, Harris Metals donated 100% of the proceeds to the school.
Prior to the Trash Stash, WFCS
Ladies invited to benefit tea, auction
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“It’s our 15th anniversary, and we wanted to make it special,” said Jennie Straub, executive director of Cornerstone Reproductive Health, when announcing that this year’s Ladies Tea and Auction on Saturday, May 3, will take place at a new venue - the Barn at Paradise Station, 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks. “We are partnering with the owners, who are supporters of the ministry. It is very elegant. The way they restored it is gorgeous.”
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Community yard sale set in Parkesburg
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Parkesburg residents are invited to take part in a spring community yard sale on Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. And in addition to setting up at their homes, sale tables for vendors will be available in Minch Park, courtesy of the Parkesburg Action Committee (PAC).
“PAC is adding something exciting to our annual community yard sale,” said PAC member Tina O’Connor. “(There has been a yard sale) for 20 years or more.
There is one in April and one in September. This is the first time we are making Minch Park available.”
Setup for the yard sale will start at 6:30 a.m. Tables under the pavilion in the park will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents may also bring thier own tables to the park.
“We are trying something different,” O’Connor added. “We have quite a few people who live in apartments (without space to set up a yard sale).”
In addition to the yard sale
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WFCS students clean up trash in Parkesburg’s Minch Park.
Attendees at last year’s event included committee members (from left) Beth Mellinger, Grace Frey, Courtney Rylee and Hillary Prickett.
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events, PAC hosts an annual spring cleanup. During this year’s event, held on April 12, volunteers picked up trash at Minch Park and surrounding areas. Volunteers included PAC members; students from area schools; and Parkesburg residents Noralee, Ed and Edie Butler, who spruced up the area around the “Welcome to Parkesburg” sign
and added mulch. PAC’s next event will be the Final Friday program scheduled for May 30 at 5 p.m. on the 200 block of Main Street in Parkesburg. Final Friday includes a street fair with vendors, live music, displays by community groups and activities for children. The theme for May’s event will be “Honoring Our Military.” Vendors that would like to participate should register at https://parkesburg .myshopify.com. For more information about PAC and upcoming activities, visit www.face book.com/PAC19365.
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Choo Choo Barn announces student design competition
The Choo Choo Barn has announced its Student Design Challenge, an opportunity for sixth- to eighth-grade students to showcase their creativity and engineering skills. The competition invites students to design an original, animated display concept that could become part of the Choo Choo Barn model train layout.
The challenge will allow young minds to explore mechanical design, engineering and animation principles, all while competing for prizes. The first-place winner will receive $300 and have his or her animation brought to life by the Choo Choo Barn’s staff. The winner’s creation will be permanently added to the display, complete with his or her name featured alongside it. The second-place winner will receive $200, and $100 will be awarded to the thirdplace winner.
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The mission committee of the Leacock Presbyterian Church, 3181 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, will serve a hot meal from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. The menu will consist of spaghetti and meatballs, parmesan cheese, a tossed salad, garlic or plain bread, a fruit salad, and desserts.
The meal is free and will be served in the handicapped-accessible Smith Fellowship Hall. For additional information, call the church at 717-687-6619.
Additionally, all top three winners will be awarded four complimentary tickets to experience the Choo
Choo Barn firsthand.
Students are asked to design and draw their own animated scene or feature; show how it will move using motors and linkages; provide scale dimensions for an O-scale (1:48) display; and submit drawings, descrip -
tions and any additional ideas on how it would work.
The submission deadline is Sunday, June 1. The judging criteria includes the following: creativity and originality; functionality and engineering feasibility; accuracy of scale and clarity
of drawings; and quality of explanation.
Students interested in participating should submit their detailed sketches, mechanical movement plans and a written explanation of their animation. These items must be submitted through a school or teacher representative. One participant is allowed per submission; this is not a group project. For additional information or to submit entries, contact Rae at Rae@Choo ChooBarn.com.
Opening April 19th
Find your next adventure at the PA Family Travel Fair
BY CAT SHANNON
“If you’re looking for a getaway that’s within driving distance of home, this is the perfect place to find it,” said Wendy Royal, organizer of the PA Family Travel Fair. “Come here and see what’s right in your backyard.”
The PA Family Travel Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Spooky Nook Sports Complex, 75 Champ Blvd., Manheim.
The event will feature free entry and free parking.
Organized by Where & When Pennsylvania, a free seasonal travel magazine, the PA Family Travel Fair will spotlight more than 50 vendors.
“We will have destination marketing organizations from all over the state,” Royal shared. “Probably the farthest one is VisitErie or Warren County, but we have representatives from across Pennsylvania, from northeast Pennsylvania to Bucks County and the Laurel Highlands.”
Several of the vendors have participated in the fair since its inception in 2018, while others are new this year.
“We have some historical railroads coming,” Royal remarked. “We have amusement parks, museums and historic sites.”
Many of the vendors will feature giveaways for items ranging from day passes to overnight trips.
The grand prize children’s giveaway will be an eight pack of all-day passes to DelGrosso’s Amusement Park & Laguna Splash Water Park in Tipton.
The grand prize giveaway, sponsored by Visit Potter-Tioga, will feature a four-night stay for four at the Penn Wells Lodge in Wellsboro, plus vouchers for covered wagon tours, gift cards to local businesses and spending money for the trip.
Topaz Balloons will be on-site providing balloon art from 10 a.m. to noon, and face painting will be offered by Jain Falcon from 1 to 3 p.m.
At noon, Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland will present an educational show.
“(The Clyde Peeling’s representative) usually brings big snakes and other reptiles,” Royal said. “Last year, he brought a baby crocodile. His show is very popular.”
Mascots - including Echo the bat from Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks as well as Johnny the Long John from Achenbach’s Pastries - will also roam the event and will be available for pictures.
Royal initiated the idea for the PA Family Travel Fair in 2017 when she realized the wealth of vacation resources right in our state.
“The state of PA markets to outside areas,” she said. “We’re not going to see commercials for our own
Visitors enjoy a booth at last year’s PA Family Travel Fair.
Michael from Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland presents a program at last year’s PA Family Travel Fair.
Beiler Insurance earns Inner Circle honor
Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. of Gap is one of 18 independent insurance agencies that has received Mutual Benefit Group’s Inner Circle honor based on 2024 business results.
This is the eighth time overall and fifth consecutive year that Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. has qualified for this honor.
Mutual Benefit Group is a multiline property and casualty insurance company based in Huntingdon. It is represented by approximately 300 independent agents in both Pennsylvania
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students sent donation letters to family members, friends and local businesses to financially support them as they collected the trash. This was taken into consideration when deciding to go ahead with the event on April 12 despite the weather conditions.
“We have a tentative rain date. However, in my 12 years, we have always gone rain or shine,” said Furlong. “This year, it was rain, sleet and cold temperatures. We mailed out over 1,000 letters,
and Maryland. Every year, the company celebrates the independent agents who have provided superior customer satisfaction while establishing a consistent record of profitable growth for the company. This group of agents is referred to as Mutual Benefit’s Inner Circle. As part of this group, Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. will be presented with a gift and a cash award at the annual Inner Circle celebratory event. Since opening its doors in 1978, Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. has served Lan-
caster and Chester counties in Pennsylvania, providing home, auto, life, business, umbrella and farm insurance. President Chris Beiler and vice president Andrew Beiler, first cousins, are continuing the family business from their fathers - previous agency principals Rob Beiler and Clair Beiler. Chris and Rob are actively involved in their local volunteer fire department.
To learn more about Beiler Insurance Agency Inc., visit www.beilerinsurance.com or www.facebook.com/ BeilerInsuranceAgencyInc.
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and we wanted to honor our word and be good stewards.”
The school was scheduled to host a Trash Stash celebration on Earth Day, April 22, where prizes were awarded to those who raised the most money and who wrote the most letters.
WFCS is located at 795 Fallowfield Road, Atglen. WFCS offers a Little Falcons Preschool for youngsters ages 3 to 5, a full-day kindergarten program and classes for students through 12th grade. WFCS, founded in
Webinar to focus on National Champion Tree Program
Penn State Extension will hold a live webinar, “Finding America’s Giants: the National Champion Tree Program,” on Monday, April 28, at 8 a.m.
1941, serves students from the Avon Grove, Coatesville, Octorara, Oxford, Pequea Valley, Solanco and Unionville-Chadds Ford area school districts. Busing is provided, and financial aid is available.
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ westfallowfieldchristian school or www.wfcs.org or call the school office at 610-593-5011.
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She added that the event will also begin a half hour earlier than in previous years. Registration and auction browsing will open at 8:30 a.m., and activities will begin at 9:30 a.m.
“The lower level (of the barn) is where we will hold the auction,” Straub noted. “The tea and food will be on the upper level.”
All proceeds will benefit the center, formerly known as Pregnancy Resources at Cornerstone, which educates and supports women facing unplanned pregnancies. “All proceeds go directly to benefit client services,” Straub said.
Menu items will include homemade scones, finger sandwiches and desserts and an assortment of teas.
A highlight of the event each year is the table decorations. “Individual
hostesses volunteer to decorate a table, and they invite their friends to sit at their table,” explained Straub, noting that prizes are awarded to the top tables. “There are winners for creativity and (other categories).” She added that some table hostesses bring their own teapots and cups and bake individualized treats for the guests.
In addition to the food, the fundraiser will include a live auction led by H.K. Keller. Among the items on the auction block will be tickets to Sight & Sound, Longwood Gardens and the Ark Encounter in Kentucky.
“We get donations from the community with things like gift baskets and wreaths and gift certificates to local businesses,” said Straub. “We buy potted flowers and hanging plants, and we auction those off as well.”
She noted that some of the flowers will be given
as prizes for the table decorating contest.
Cornerstone Reproductive Health is located at 5380 Lincoln Highway, Gap. The facility offers medical-quality pregnancy testing and an ultrasound service to confirm viable pregnancies. Appointments are free and confidential.
The vision of the ministry is “to empower individuals to embrace life-honoring choices.”
The agency also has a fully equipped mobile unit, which offers the same services as the clinic. Current parking locations and hours are Solid Rock Youth Center, Quarryville, Mondays, 1:30
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to 4:30 p.m.; Grocery Outlet, New Holland, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.; and Yoder’s Country Market, New Holland, Thursdays, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
“We just got approval to park at The Parkesburg POINT Youth Center on Monday mornings,” Straub added.
For more information or to purchase tickets for the tea, visit www.pacorner stone.org, choose “About” and then select “Events.” Tickets purchased by Thursday, April 24, will be discounted.
Those with questions may call 717-442-3111 or email jen@pacornerstone.org.
ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566 Sunday Service & Kid's Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchuchpa.org Church phone: 717-786-2756
FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Children’s Service during Pastor’s Message). Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. We are located at 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: 1 EAST HIGHLAND RD., PARKESBURG PA 19365 610-857-1670 www.highland-bc.org Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am, Morning Service 10:45 am (nursery is available), Prayer Service 4 pm Wednesday Youth programs 6:30-8:00 pm. Thursday Ladies Bible Study 10:00 am
IMPACT CHURCH: IMPACTING lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH
LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High, Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev. Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266. Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com
MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)
“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infantsPre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time. Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com
MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at: www.maplegrovemc.com
MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org
MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am, Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access. Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
ROCK CHURCH: A Spirit-filled, Full Gospel Church Family. 32 E. State St in Quarryville. Sunday service at 10am. More info at RockChurchLC.org Phone: 717-847-6872
ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday inperson Holy Communion Service at 10:00 AM, also live-streamed. When people warmly welcome you, you will know you have found a church home where you can come just as you are. The Episcopal Church is Catholic in the way we worship and Protestant in the way we think. You’ll find beautiful music, good preaching, and an inclusive community in which to worship God. YOU BELONG HERE! Check out St. Christopher’s website, YouTube, or Facebook for updates and links. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134 www.stchrisoxford.org
UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EPC): 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Dana J. Smith, Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)857-0236 Please Note: Updates
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April 23. Kacie’s Cause Support Group
Parkesburg Baptist Church
103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m. www.facebook.com/KaciesCauseParkesburg
April 23 and 30. Bible Study Group
Parkesburg Mennonite Church
44 E. Second Ave., Parkesburg, 10 a.m. The spring Bible study will focus on Romans. The topic on April 23 will be “Abraham: An Example of Faith-Righteousness.” The topic on April 30 will be “Salvation and Hope.” Coffee and pastries will be provided.
April 24. Narcotics Anonymous IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
April 25. NEXT GEN Youth Group IMPACT Church, Parkesburg, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The program, which features food, games and a Bible study, meets every other Friday. It is open to students in grades six to 12. www.impactpa.church/events
April 26. Sadsbury Friends Lecture
Sadsbury Friends Meeting House
1089 Simmontown Road, Gap, 10:30 a.m. Chrystyna Prokopovych, curator of the Ukrainian Heritage Studies Center at Manor College, will speak on Ukrainian Easter eggs, known as Pysanky eggs. The event is free and open to the community. Those with questions may call 484-985-0454.
April 27. Church Services
Safe Harbor Baptist Church
478 Daleville Road, Cochranville. Sunday school is held at 10 a.m. followed by Sunday services at 11 a.m. at 7 p.m. The service features the King James version of the Bible and traditional hymns. A Wednesday night prayer and Bible study is offered at 7 p.m. www.safeharborcochranville.org
April 30. Praying the Rosary for Peace
Our Lady of Consolation Church
603 W. Second Ave., Parkesburg, 7 p.m. Prayer takes place in front of the Blessed Mother grotto on Chestnut Street alongside the church. The group will continue to gather each Monday during the month of May beginning at 6:50 p.m. For more information, contact the rectory at 610-857-3510.
May 3. Drive-Through Chicken Barbecue
Russellville Grange
245 Old Limestone Road, Oxford, 3 to 5 p.m. The menu will include a half-chicken, potato salad, pickled cabbage, applesauce, a roll, dessert and a beverage. Pre-orders are requested. Call or text 717-572-0010 to place an order.
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Friends set plant sale, chicken barbecue
The Friends of the Moores Memorial Library will hold their annual spring plant sale and chicken barbecue on Saturday, May 10, at the Lions Community Park, 325 N. Bridge St., Christiana.
The plant sale will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and feature hanging baskets, planters and other plants that children can purchase as Mother’s Day gifts.
Chicken barbecue meals will be available beginning at 10 a.m. The cost of a meal includes a half-chicken, a bottle of water and a bag of chips. Randy Yoder will prepare the chickens on-site.
The Friends are currently targeting funds to pay for the new public use computers in the library as well as the Summer Reading Program for children.
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Atglen troop welcomes new Scouts
New Scouts were welcomed into Atglen Boy Scout Troop 20 on Feb. 24 at the troop’s regular meeting.
New Scouts who recently crossed over from local Cub Scout Packs spent their first two meetings in their new troop learning about camping basics like setting up and inspecting tents and cooking stoves. New Scouts were led by older Scouts on how to unpack and set up the camping stoves.
On March 3, the new Scouts practiced setting up and tearing down the
items several times. Once the stoves were set up and inspected, the Scouts enjoyed cooking hot dogs and the troop favorite - s’moritos. All Scouts enjoyed a game of 9 Square in the Air.
Atglen Troop 20 is an active troop that has weekly meetings, monthly activities, summer camp and annual high adventure trips.
Some of the monthly trips include backpacking and camping. Last month, activities included a day trip to Philadelphia.
Atglen Boy Scouts have been taking part in High Adventure trips since 1983, including sailing trips at Sea Base in the Bahamas or Florida, backpacking trips to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico and a canoe trip in Algonquin Provincial Park in Canada.
The troop meets on Mondays at 7 p.m. at Penningtonville Presbyterian Church, 406 Main St., Atglen. Interested boys ages 11 to 18 are welcome to visit at any regular Scout meeting.
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measurers, and community members. In the onehour webinar, Jaq Payne, national director of the National Champion Tree Program, will share how community members may help to find, measure, and protect these trees. Continuing education credits are available for a fee. Registration is required by visiting https://exten sion.psu.edu and searching for “Finding America’s Giants: the National Champion Tree Program.”
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people new ideas of places they can visit in their home state.”
According to the most recent statistics, tourism brings in $76 billion to the Pennsylvania economy, Royal said.
“That’s ‘billion’ with a ‘b.’ Tourism is a big economic driver,” she stated. “It’s $4.7 billion in state and local taxes, and that’s huge. We want to keep those tax dollars here. We want to encourage people to keep their money in the state.”
And if you don’t want to travel far this summer, don’t worry. Local attractions will be represented at the fair as well. Elizabethtown-based Stone Gables Estate, Cherry Crest Adventure Farm in Ronks and Oregon Dairy in Lititz are just a few of the local participants.
Over the years, Royal has enjoyed watching people return annually to the event to learn more about what’s in our state, and she likes seeing people discover something new.
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“I think people are shocked at all the things you can do in Pennsylvania,” she said. “People don’t know that Jimmy Stewart was from Indiana, Pa., and there is a whole museum dedicated to him there. They do an ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ festival in the winter. … We have beaches in Pennsylvania, too. Presque Isle Park in Erie has 13 beaches, including Sunset Beach, which has the most gorgeous sunsets you’ll ever see.”
Above all, she noted, the PA Family Travel Fair is a family-friendly, fun way to learn more and find vacation ideas.
“There’s no selling, no pressure,” Royal said. “You don’t have to buy anything or sign up for anything. Just come, have a conversation with the vendors and pick up information to start planning your next trip.”
For more information on the PA Family Travel Fair, visit https://pa familytravel.com.
Enjoying s’moritos are Elam Thompson (left) and Trayden Straccione.
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YMCA announces leadership changes
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has announced the promotion of Terri Edgar to chief branch operating officer. In this expanded role, Edgar will oversee the management of branch operations, including key programs such as child care and early learning, before- and after-school enrichment, summer camp, and youth programs. She will focus on creating safe, vibrant, and well-maintained spaces for the community while developing operational plans to support the organization’s strategic goals.
Most recently, Edgar served as the organization’s senior vice president of branch operations. She has more than 30 years of experience serving the community at YMCA associations in the region, with the past 13 years at YGBW. Edgar’s first job was as a lifeguard at a YMCA in Delaware. Throughout her tenure, Edgar has demonstrated a commitment to serving the community and ensuring access for all people.
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YGBW operates nine branches and program centers across Chester County, serving more than 87,000 local residents. The organization’s programs and services meet a diverse array of interests and needs. More well-known programs include child care, afterschool enrichment, summer camp, swim lessons, gymnastics, basketball, and pickleball. The branches of YGBW also offer theater, dance, environmental education, STEM, e-sports and gaming, pottery, and flag football. In addition, YGBW provides programs
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Motorists urged to avoid distracted driving
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike), and Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) are sharing resources and encouraging safe driving as part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, April. Motorists are urged to avoid all distractions and put down their phone while driving. They are also reminded of Senate Bill 37 - known as Paul Miller’s Law - which Gov. Josh Shapiro signed on June 5, 2024. Effective June 5, 2025, the law prohibits the use of hand-held devices while driving, even while stopped temporarily due to traffic, a red light, or another momentary delay.
Paul Miller’s Law prohibits any driver from using a handheld cell phone while driving a motor vehicle. Drivers can still use their phones to alert emergency responders and, if they are using hands-free technology, to make phone calls, use a GPS, and listen to music. Pennsylvania already prohibits drivers from using mobile devices to send, read, or write text-based communications while their vehicle is in motion.
The law is named for Paul Miller Jr., who was killed in a crash with a tractor trailer in 2010 in Monroe County as the result of a distracted driver who reached for a phone while driving. Since Paul’s death, his mother, Eileen Miller, has become a national advocate for stronger laws to curb distracted driving.
Drivers are encouraged to follow several safety tips. If they are expecting a text
message or need to send one that cannot wait, they should pull over and park the car in a safe location before using a cell phone. Drivers may also consider allowing a passenger access to the phone to respond to calls or messages.
People should not engage in social media scrolling or messaging while driving.
Cell phone use is habitforming. Anyone who is struggling to not text and drive may activate his or her phone’s Do Not Disturb feature, silence notifications, or put the phone in the trunk, glove box, or back seat of the vehicle until arriving at the destination.
Cell phone use is not the only distraction while driving. Anything that takes people’s attention away from driving, their eyes off the road, or their hands off the wheel is a distraction.
For more information on distracted driving, visit www.penndot.pa.gov/safety.
PennDOT offers social media-sized graphics for numerous transportation-related campaigns, including safety topics such as aggressive driving, speeding, distracted driving, and seat belts for organizations, community groups, or others who share safety information with their stakeholders. To access these graphics, visit https://www .pa.gov/agencies/penndot/ news-and-media/media -resources.html.
For more news from PennDOT, search for @Penn DOTNews on X, “Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)” on Facebook, or @pennsylvania dot on Instagram.
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PA’s Largest Buyer of Toys & Collectibles 27 E Lancaster Street, Red Lion, PA Hours: M-W 8am-4pm, Th.-F by appt. 717-329-8167 • rhoward1771@gmail.com Toys Vintage or Modern, New or Used, Hess Trucks, Barbies, Diecast, Hot Wheels & Matchbox, Action Figures, Models, Trains, Sports Cards/Memorabilia, Movie/Music Memorabilia, Video Games & much more!
Lawn & Garden
Lawn & Garden
PINE SHAVINGS, RAILROAD TIES, Fence Posts/Fence Supplies. Large/Small Quantities. Call For Prices. Holtwood Supply, 717-284-0883.
RAILROAD TIES FOR SALE #1. Delivery Available GAP REPAIR, 717-442-4781 ext. 2
Livestock
VENTURE FARM
Nestled in W. Brandywine Twp. since 1989 Now accepting a few students for PRIVATE HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS. Welcome Beginners/Advance Riders. venturefarmequestrian.com For more info call 610-425-7869
Pets
BOERBOEL PUPPIES
Ready to go, vet checked, 2 black M, 1 brindle M. Call: 717-682-0171
ICCF CANE CORSO PUPPIES
UTD vet checked, very nice built pups! 4F, 2M: $725. Call: 717-654-1075
LT. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS Home raised. 3 girls. Vet checked. Ready 4/25. M.-Sun. appt. avail. 717-601-1558
DISCOUNT METAL ROOFING & Siding for Houses, Barn, Sheds. Bare, Painted & Stainless Steel. Good Quality Sold As Seconds. Made in Ephrata, PA. Email: sales@7174455222, 717-445-5222
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FREE ITEMS
GARAGE SALES
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE! Sat 4/26 8-12, rain or shine. Near route 322 and Hopewell road in East brandywine township, Chester county. Plenty of parking available. Buggies welcome. Come and find excellent values in toys, books, furniture, household goods, home decor, video games. Sporting goods, tools, bikes, automotive and much more.. Don't miss out!
RESALE SHOP (FLEA MARKET) FRI., APR. 25 • 9:00am-1:00pm
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SEASONAL
LOGGING, TREE WORK, AND FIREWOOD 717-925-9032
PAINTING DONE RIGHT Int/Ext. Res/Com
Detailed custom painting. 33yrs. exp/Refs. All related services, etc. 717-286-5464
ROOFING ~ Amish Quality 10 yr. workmanship warranty. Lic. & Ins. EDGE VIEW ROOFING, 717-940-0501
GARAGE SALES
NOTICE: It is recommended that you begin your garage or yard sale ad with the town, then street address, dates & times.
Tel Hai Retirement Community Hertzler Bldg. ~ 1200 Tel Hai Circle ~ Off Beaver Dam Road in Honey Brook Appliances, Furniture, Jewelry, Home Decor, Crystal, Housewares, China, Collectables. Proceeds benefit the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund For directions visit www.telhai.org
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NOW HIRING
Pequea Valley School District Autistic Support - Paradise Elementary
Pequea Valley School District is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Austic Support Teacher to join our team. This individual will provide direct instruction and foster the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth of our students. The ideal candidate will address academic and behavioral needs by implementing evidence-based strategies and creating a structured, positive learning enviornment. They will collaborate with families, educators, and support staff to develop and deliver individualized supports that empower students to thrive academically and socially.
School Psychologist - Elementary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Elementary School Psychologist to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the academic, emotional, and social well-being of our students. This position involves collaborating with educators, administrators, parents, and other professionals to create a positive leanring enviornment and promote student success.
Please send your resume to Ms. Cathy Koenig, Director of Student Services by May 2nd
Please contact Cathy Koenig @ 717-768-5577 or cathy_koenig@pequeavalley.org 166 South New Holland Rd., Kinzers, PA 17535
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COAL/WOOD/PELLET STOVES & Inserts, New & Refurbished. Over 300 models in stock. $100-$800 & up. Buy/Sell/Trade. Call 717-577-6640
LOST & FOUND
FOUND AN ITEM? Place a FREE 15 word ad in your local issue to locate the owner of your found item. 1-800-428-4211
SERVICES RENDERED
A&L TRIMMING, Interior Trimming, Cabinet Installations, Install New Flooring, Install Replacement Windows. 717-405-9545 Leave Message
AFFORDABLE ELECTRICAL SERVICES
• New/Older House Wiring • Sec. Cameras • Hookup for Generators • Hookup for EVs • New Elec. Services/Panel Upgrade. Fully Insd. | FREE ESTIMATES | PA01947 Call 717-875-7972
AMISH MOVING COMPANY AMISH CLEANOUTS
Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301
ANDY’S DRYWALL
Interior Remodeling, Hanging, Finishing, Framing, Painting, Basements, Additions, Insured. PA 022669. 717-587-4102
BOOT ROAD TREE SERVICE
Expert tree removal, stump grinding & Trimming. Fully Insured 610-656-5880
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EDGEVIEW SEEDING & LANDSCAPING 717-419-1715
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WATER DAMAGE CLEANUP & Restoration.
A small amount of water can cause major damage to your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family & your home’s value! Call 24/7: 1833-887-0117. Have property zip code!
WE BUY HOUSES for cash as-is! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer & get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-844-877-5833.
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SEAMLESS GUTTERS, ROOFING, SOFFIT, FASCIA, GUTTER GUARDS Call Solanco Spouting & Exteriors Lic. & Insd. 717-824-2765
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STUMP GRINDING SERVICES 717-989-7938, leave message.
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ITEMS WANTED
Mowing • Mulching Spring Clean-Up Plants Design Brush Clearing
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GENERAL CONTRACTOR:
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HONEY BROOK LAWNCARE
Mowing • Mulching • Flowerbed Clean Out • Trimming. 610-412-8545
INTERIOR HOME REMODELING Floor
Call 610-363-2802
A BUYER SEEKS Old Books, Postcards, Photos, COSTUME JEWELRY, Pottery, Antiques, Complete Estates. Call Cara at 610-918-2528 or 484-356-3123
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
Museum sets kids’ summer day camps
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will offer its Barons and Builders summer day camps from Tuesday to Friday, July 8 to 11, for kids ages 9 and 10 and from Tuesday to Friday, July 22 to 25, for kids ages 11 and 12. The camps will be held from 9 a.m. to noon each day.
Participants will experience the museum’s historic railroad equipment on behind-the-scenes guided tours inside and outside the museum, including the restoration shop and train yard. They also will visit the neighboring Choo Choo Barn, take a ride on the Strasburg Rail Road, build a Lego model, meet special guests, and more.
Spaces are limited. To register, visit www.eventbrite .com and search for “Barons and Builders Summer Day Camp.” There is a fee, with a discount for members of the Friends of the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Members should use the discount code “Members25” at checkout.
To learn more about the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, call 717687-8628 or visit www .rrmuseumpa.org.
YMCA
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that focus on social responsibility, including food and resource pantries at three locations and ForeverWell programming for seniors. To further support the communities served by YGBW, the organization has made recent changes to branch leadership roles, adding two district executive directors of operations, Nic Legere and Dave Mullin. The organization also recently welcomed Freddy Christmas as the executive director of the Coatesville branch, Megan Florentin as the executive director of the Lionville branch, Devin Manion as the executive director of the Kennett branch, and Tim Grayson as the associate executive director of the Jennersville branch. Christmas, Florentin, Manion and Grayson bring extensive experience from YMCA associations along the East Coast, including associations located throughout Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland.