Cochranville To Commemorate 300th Anniversary
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Cochranville will commemorate its 300th anniversary with a community celebration on Saturday, Sept. 20. Events will include a parade, family activities, food, live music and historical presentations.
Festivities will start with the parade at 9 a.m. that will begin at the Cochranville United Methodist Church, 92 Church St. The parade, which will feature antique cars, trucks and tractors, along with other attractions, will travel along old Route 41 and Steelville Road and will end at the West Fallowfield Township grounds, 3095 Limestone
Activities will continue after the parade from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the township building and grounds.
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BY FRANCINE FULTON
Each year, the Chester County 4-H benefit auction offers people an opportunity to bid on a variety of goods like handmade quilts, artwork and collectibles, as well as fresh items donated by Chester County farms, including mushrooms, pumpkins and chrysanthemums. This year’s auction will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Romano 4-H Center, located at 1841 Horseshoe Pike (Route 322), Honey Brook.
The event will include a silent auction that will be held from 4 to 6 p.m., followed by a live auction at 6 p.m. Admission is free.
“People start coming in at 3 p.m. to view the silent auction (items) and get their bid numbers,” explained Audrey Reith, Penn State Extension educator.
To Host Fall Festival
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Canine Partners for Life (CPL), 334 Faggs Manor Road, Cochran ville, will hold its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 20, from noon to 4 p.m. Attendees will not only enjoy fun activities, but they will also learn about CPL, which trains service and companion dogs to help people with physical, developmental and cognitive disabilities. The goal is
to provide these individuals with independence and enhance their
The Fall Festival will feature vendors offering a variety of items, including baked goods, beef jerky and pet-related products such as dog treats and apparel. The Avon Grove Lions Club will also set up a booth.
Live music will be provided by Ol’ 442, and there will be a Puppy Kissing Booth. Guests will have the
The silent auction will feature many products and services donated by local residents and businesses, including gift certificates. The live auction will feature handmade goods, farm products, antiques, tools and collectibles.
Youth members from local 4-H clubs also contribute to the auction by putting together themed gift baskets. “We usually have a barbecue basket or one with a baking theme,” noted Reith.
4-H youths also provide assistance during the auction, serving as runners and helping display items for auctioneer Bill McCauley, who volunteers his time for the event each year. “If you have never bid before, he helps,” Reith said. “He makes jokes throughout. He’s entertaining. His (catch phrase) is
Committee members planning the event are (from left) Denise Lewis, Kelly Stoltzfus, Erwin Stoltzfus, Bill Hershey, Kacie Hershey, Caysie Williams, Duane Hershey, Jenny Kauffman, Donna McCool and (not pictured) Doug Engle. Photo by Francine Fulton
Community Calendar
Sept. 17. Narcotics Anonymous
IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
Sept. 17 and 24. Bible Study
Parkesburg Mennonite Church
44 E. Second Ave., Parkesburg, 10 to 11 a.m. The fall Bible study will focus on Romans. The topic on Sept. 17 will be “Our Struggles With Sin.” The topic on Sept. 24 will be “Life in the Spirit.” Coffee and pastries will be provided.
Sept. 18. Historical Society of Salisbury Township Meeting
Salisbury Township Building
5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap, 7 p.m. Randy Good will give a presentation on “Native American Life in Salisbury Township.”
Sept. 21. 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. and 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
Sept. 20. Pancake Breakfast
Presented by Christiana Parks and Recreation and Masonic Lodge 417
Masonic Lodge
115 E. Slokom Ave., Christiana, 9 to 11 a.m. Breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee and other beverages. Proceeds will benefit both organizations. Order tickets at www.christianaparksandrec.com. Tickets will also be sold at the door.
CREEKSIDE FOODS
Sept. 21. Back to Church Sunday
IMPACT Church, Parkesburg. The community is invited to join a celebration of back to school and back to church. Gatherings will be held at 9 and 10:30 a.m. www.impactpa.church
Sept. 21. Outdoor Service, Picnic
Presented by Parkesburg Word Of Faith Church West Sadsbury Township Park
6400 N. Moscow Road, Parkesburg. The service will start at 10:30 a.m. A free picnic lunch will be served following the service. All are welcome. www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
Sept. 23. GriefShare
Gateway Church
160 Cowan Road, Parkesburg, 6:30 p.m. The topic will be “Fearful & Overwhelmed.” GriefShare, which is facilitated by Paul and Twila Ranck, is a free support group for those who have experienced the death of a family member or friend. www.griefshare.org/groups/263424
Sept. 27. Gift Card Bingo
Presented by the Parkesburg Lions Club Parkesburg VFW 406 W. Fourth Ave., Parkesburg. Doors will open at 1 p.m., with games beginning at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For tickets, contact Helen at 610-812-0685 or Jill at 484-288-0809.
The Community Calendar is a weekly feature of the Community Courier. Submit your meeting or event for consideration in writing at least two weeks prior to the event. Email submissions to ffulton@engleonline.com. For more information, call 800-800-1833, ext. 6018.
Partnership Receives Award
The Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership (K10) received the Visionary Leadership Award on May 6 at the Foxwynd Foundation’s annual Impact Awards. The award recognizes the partnership for bold leadership that unites people to create lasting environmental change.
In 2024, Foxwynd awarded a $75,000 tree survival grant to the K10 to be used for maintenance, supplies, and logistical support for trees planted by the partnership. The grant was the first for Foxwynd’s environmental focus and mission to support initiatives that foster community well-being and resilience.
The K10 is coordinated by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. For more information, visit www .tenmilliontrees.org.
Octorara Edition
Sadsbury Township To Present Community Day
Sadsbury Township will hold its third annual Community Day on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Events, which will include children’s activities, live music and a chance to win prizes, will be held at the township building, located at 7182 White Oak Road, Christiana.
Children’s activities, including pumpkin painting and games, will be available throughout the day. There will also be hayrides around the property, weather permitting.
Free hot dogs, chips,
drinks and ice cream will be provided by the township. Township officials and staff members will on hand to speak with residents.
The Rockdale Boys from Delaware County will perform bluegrass and gospel music. Attendees should bring lawn chairs for seating.
All attendees will receive a ticket to be entered into a random drawing for prizes that have been donated by local businesses. There will be prizes for people of all ages.
All events will take place outdoors, but in the case
Church To Hold Outdoor Worship, Picnic
Parkesburg Word of Faith Church will host an outdoor service and church picnic on Sunday, Sept. 21, at the West Sadsbury Township Park, 6400 N. Moscow Road, Parkesburg.
The service, which will feature worship music, a message and readings from Scripture, will start at 10:30 a.m. A free picnic lunch will be served following the service
Pastor Jim Lance noted the park does have a large pavilion with picnic tables, but attendees are welcome
to bring lawn chairs for seating. The service and free meal are open to the public. Parkesburg Word of Faith, 501 Lenover Road, Parkesburg, holds a Sunday morning worship service at 10 a.m. Occasional guest ministers are featured. A Wednesday evening prayer meeting is offered at 7:30 p.m.
of rain, activities will be moved inside the garage area of the township building.
Admission is free. For more information about Community Day, call the township office at 610593-6796 or visit www .sadsburytownship lancaster.org. Volunteers interested in working on Community Day are also asked to contact the township office.
SHADY GROVE GREEN
For additional information, contact the church office at 610-593-2277, email pwof@icloud.com or visit www.parkesburg wordoffaith.org.
improvement homefall
On April 24, the Manufacturers’ Association concluded its eighth program year for its high school pre-apprenticeship program with a graduation ceremony hosted at Penn State York’s campus coinciding with National Apprenticeship Week on April 30. The association’s pre-apprenticeship program introduces high school students to advanced manufacturing careers in seven trades and provides opportunities to pursue high-wage
and high-demand careers locally. The program includes students from York, Lancaster, Perry, Chester, Dauphin, Cumberland, and Lebanon counties, including the Milton Hershey School and several of the region’s career and technology high schools.
This year’s pre-apprenticeship program graduated 78 students from across southcentral Pennsylvania. During the recognition event, students received their state-recognized
pre-apprenticeship credentials and were congratulated by invited guests, family members, program partners, and local manufacturing employers Eden Tool and Tate Inc.
The annual Carl Winters Jr. Memorial Scholarship, which provides $1,000 for further education or training in an industrial career, was awarded to Hayden Barr-Yendall from Red Lion High School as part of the York County Alliance for Learning (YCAL) class. Hayden plans to pursue a career in mechatronics at the York County School of Technology. The scholarship was established in honor of Carl Winters Jr. after his passing in 2019. Winters was a tool and die maker by trade for over 50 years in the York area and the creator of the original pre-apprenticeship program at the Manufacturers’ Association.
Pre-apprenticeship programs are designed to offer classroom and hands-on learning specifically to train students to enter a registered apprenticeship program with an employer or continue their technical education. The association’s program started in 2017 with a handful of students and since then has enrolled more than 300 students across southcen -
tral Pennsylvania in the skills program. Students receive several industry-recognized credentials and upon graduation have the opportunity to enter registered apprenticeships with sponsoring employers while benefiting from advanced placement.
The program is registered with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and has received support
from the state agency to expand the program across southcentral Pennsylvania. In addition to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor, the program collaborates with the Partnership for Career Development, York County Alliance for Learning, Chester County Intermediate Unit, Lancaster County Workforce Development Board, and dozens of employers.
Fall Festival
opportunity to visit CPL mission booths to talk with current program graduates and volunteers and meet service dogs and puppies in training. CPL’s training team will also present service dog demonstrations.
Also featured will be a Family Fun Zone. “The Family Fun Zone is being run by Avon Grove Library, and they will have dog-themed crafts,” said Amanda Walton, CPL communications and volunteer manager. “We will bring out some yard games like giant Jenga and Connect Four and cornhole. We will have coloring pages and face painting for children.”
Food trucks on hand at the event will include On the Roll, Landhope Farms, Dixie’s Down Home Cooking, Woodside Farm Creamery and Kona Ice.
The day will end with cow bingo. A fee will be collected per ticket, and squares will be randomly assigned. The cow will be
released at 3 p.m., and the ticket holder of the square in which the cow heeds the call of nature will win the grand prize of $5,000. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased by cash, check or Venmo. The winner does not need to be present.
The goal of the event, according to organizers, is to make people aware of CPL and its work. “We do have donation boxes around, but the service dog demonstrations, tours of the kennel and the Family Fun Zone are free to enjoy,” noted Walton. “It’s about bringing the community together and educating people on our mission.”
She noted that dogs trained by CPL serve as home companions that perform a range of tasks to assist individuals with disabilities, including retrieving objects, opening doors, operating light switches and providing balance and support. Dogs can also be trained to perform medical
alert tasks, such as sensing seizures or cardiac issues.
Since 1989, CPL has placed more than 800 service and companion dogs nationwide. It provides support to more than 150 active teams and between 60 and 80 service dogs in training. CPL is an accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.
The Fall Festival will be held rain or shine. All parking will be on-site at the CPL campus; a parking donation will be requested. Handicapped-accessible parking will be available. Personal pets are not permitted.
For more information and to purchase cow bingo tickets, visit www.k94life .org. Information about the event is also available at www.facebook.com/ CaninePartnersforLife.
To learn more about CPL, visit the previously mentioned website and Facebook page, call 610-869-4902 or email info@k94life.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
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
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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
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
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to ‘bid high and bid often’ because it is a benefit.”
The Dairy Promotion Ice Cream and Shake Trailer will be on hand, and there will be a catered barbecue dinner available from the West Grove Diner. “There will be a barbecue meal and some vegetarian options,” noted Reich. Homemade desserts will also be available for purchase.
Organizers are seeking donations for the auction, including handmade items, farm products, gift certificates and tools. Especially needed are larger items for the live auction. “This can be anything from goods and services to golf outings and flatscreen TVs,” said Reich.
People may drop off items at the 4-H Center on Wednesday through Friday, Sept. 17 to 19, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and on the day of the auction from 9 a.m. to noon.
Proceeds from the auction will be used to help support the cost of maintaining the 4-H Romano Center, which is free to use for all the 4-H clubs in Chester County. The Romano Center, which is the site of the annual Chester County 4-H Fair, contains meeting rooms and a large exhibition and activity area, as well as restroom facilities.
The building is also used by local organizations, such as a dog agility club.
“The volunteers put in
a lot of effort organizing that facility and keeping everything up (to date),” Reith said. “Last year, with an endowment and grant money, we paved the driveway from the road to the center and remarked the parking spots for accessibility. We also (updated) the horse ring and refreshed the sign and (added) new lighting.”
Proceeds from the auction will allow for additional upgrades and to pay for costs like electricity with the goal of having local groups or businesses rent the facility for small events or meetings. “We want to continue improvements,” added Reith. “We want to keep it operating
and keep it a viable center and property that is desired by outside entities. The intent is to keep that revenue going and have (the Romano Center) be a hub in the community.”
For more information about the upcoming auction, visit www.facebook .com/TheRomano4HCenter ofChesterCounty. Those with questions may contact Reith at 610-696-3500 or alr5762@psu.edu. For information about renting the facility, email romano 4hcenter@gmail.com.
Foundation Provides Families With a Chance To Feel Normal
BY GEORGE DEIBEL
Lynn Walker was worried. In 2013, after her son Caleb had undergone his third brain surgery, a friend sent the family away for an extended weekend trip to Ocean City, N.J.
Caleb had been gone for more than two hours on a beach bike expedition, and Lynn was getting anxious. “Caleb comes bursting through the door and says, ‘I know what I’m going to do! I’m going to start a foundation!’” Lynn recalled.
Caleb explained that while biking by the ocean he had felt normal for the first time in four years. “He said, ‘When you get away from everything else, you get to feel normal. This is what I want to give people,’” said Lynn.
For the last 11 years, the organization Caleb formed, A Week Away Foundation, has been providing families with weeklong vacations. “Our mission is to provide respite weeks for families that are battling a life-threatening
illness, thereby enabling them to come back refreshed from some time away so they can re-engage and continue to fight their disease,” said Lynn, who is the director of the registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
There are no age limitations for people going on the trip, which is for a patient diagnosed by a medical doctor and undergoing treatment, as well as family members and friends who have been caring for the patient since the diagnosis.
The site of the respites must be drivable and within a 500-mile radius of A Week Away’s coverage area, which is made up of Adams, Berks, Bucks, Chester, Cumberland, Delaware, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Montgomery, Perry, and York counties, along with Philadelphia.
A Week Away has granted 305 respites. Beaches are a popular destination, and the foundation also provides trips to the Pennsylvania mountains and will send families to urban areas if
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the patient has a particular interest in a cultural activity.
“The life of anyone involved with fighting cancer or any chronic life-threatening illness is turmoil,” Lynn said. “It’s like living in a cement mixer, and they never, ever get a break. If we can take them out of that world, that reality, for a week and give them a stress-free experience at no cost for them, we can buy time. And if we have time, we can give God and science a chance to work.”
Before he was diagnosed with brain cancer after having a seizure, Caleb was a seemingly healthy senior at Lampeter-Strasburg High School two months before graduation with plans to study pre-med and wrestle in college.
He was briefly paralyzed following the first of his six brain surgeries but bounced back and was able to run and ride a bicycle.
Auctioneer Bill McCauley (left photo) will lead the live auction, which will feature items like quilts, rugs, decor, themed gift baskets and artwork (right photo).
Lynn Walker is the director of A Week Away Foundation.
Photo by George Deibel
Boscov’s has officially opened registration for its 2025 Friends Helping Friends event. During this one-day event, set for Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., Boscov’s will offer its biggest sale of the year - 25% off its lowest sale prices. Some exclusions apply.
To access the discount, shoppers will be asked to donate $5 to a registered participating nonprofit organization. In return, shoppers will receive a Friends Helping Friends shopping pass to be used on the day of the event. For online use, each shopping pass will include a unique,
Lions To Host Gift Card Bingo Registration Open for Friends Helping Friends Event
The Parkesburg Lions Club will host its annual Gift Card Bingo on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Parkesburg VFW, 406 W. Fourth Ave., Parkesburg. Doors will open at 1 p.m., with games beginning at 2 p.m.
The ticket fee includes 20 regular bingo games. Early bird and coverall cards may be purchased. There will also be 50/50 and tickets for sale to win prizes through a random drawing. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For tickets, contact Helen at 610-812-0685 or Jill at 484-288-0809.
Historical Society Sets Meeting
The Historical Society of Salisbury Township will meet on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. at the Salisbury Township Building, 5581 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap. Randy Good will give a presentation on “Native American Life in Salisbury Township.”
one-time-use discount code.
One hundred percent of the shopping pass donation will stay with the nonprofit. Participants may also register to win a $100 Boscov’s gift card. There will be one winner per store.
Jim Boscov, chairman and CEO, reported that last year’s event raised $3.4 million in donations, helping 3,400 nonprofit organizations.
To learn more and to register, visit www.boscovs.com/ friendshelpingfriends.
Cochranville
Among the attractions will be early American artisans. Scheduled presenters are Bill Wilde, gunsmithing; Jim Koterski, early redware and stoneware; Nick Santella, blacksmithing; Joe Maxwell, furniture making; and the Lancaster Weavers and Spinners. There will also be a display of Native American arrowheads by Phil Edwards and Dick Sprenkle. “Artisans will be doing demonstrations under a tent,” noted committee member Donna McCool. Additionally, programs will be held throughout the day inside the township building. Guest speakers and their topics will be Jim Koterski, the Underground Railroad; Eric Althouse, “Making the Grade: History of School Buildings in West Fallowfield”; Dave Light, mills and farming; Phil Edwards, arrowheads; Elmer Laffey, Saint Malachi Church; Nancy Foulk, Faggs Manor cemetery; and
author Iris Dowling, early history. Dowling will also have copies of her books for sale, and Dave Porter has provided items from Cochranville’s 250th anniversary celebration that will be available for purchase.
Attendees to the celebration will receive a Cochranville 300th anniversary booklet (one per family), and anniversary memorabilia will be for sale, including T-shirts and mugs.
There will be several food trucks on hand, including 22 BBQ; Don Chendos Tacos; Houston’s, which will offer funnel cake; Cafe Gourmino, which will offer coffee, lemonade and tea; and Our Joy, which will offer ice cream.
Children’s activities will include a bounce house and a straw bale maze. Live music will be provided by singers Doug Chase and Mackenzie Paige.
According to a history of Cochranville, located in West Fallowfield Township,
A Week Away
Lynn recalls a visit to the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania when Caleb was 18. “He put his head on my shoulder and started crying,” she said. “That wasn’t like him at all.”
Caleb had noticed a young mother holding a tiny infant and said, “We’re so blessed. We have our family and our faith. Who helps them?”
Lynn said, “That was the day the seed (for the foundation) was planted. On the boardwalk, it sprouted.”
When he realized he would not have time to graduate from Millersville, Caleb took on a variety of jobs in the city to raise money for A Week Away.
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dation’s big fundraisers. In 2014, Caleb arranged for an ill child to hit the button that turned on the lights on the Christmas tree in Penn Square. In October, he suffered 40 seizures in one day, and doctors told him he likely had less than a month to live. “You have to get me to my fundraiser,” Caleb responded.
He survived long enough to see the foundation grant its first respite and deliver a speech during the tree-lighting ceremony. Caleb died days later on Dec. 3, 2014, after becoming unconscious while writing thank you letters. It was one week before his 24th birthday.
Lynn keeps a collage on her desk featuring photos of
it was founded in 1725. It was named for early settler James Cochran, who came to the Octorara area with a small band of ScotchIrish settlers who settled south of what is now the West Fallowfield Township maintenance building along Limestone Road. Due to the abundance of travelers along the road, Cochran opened a tavern, built in the northeast corner of the Shawnee Reservation.
When the post office was established, the name was spelled Cochransville, but the “s” was removed by the United Sates Post Office in 1884.
Event organizers encourage not only Cochranville residents to attend the upcoming celebration, but residents from surrounding communities as well. Activities are meant to honor the area’s heritage and close-knit community and to showcase its growth.
“It’s important to remem-
ber the history of the town,” said committee member Caysie Williams.
“A lot of the businesses in Cochranville are family businesses that have been here for many generations, so it’s cool to see where they have come from to where they are at now,” said committee member Kacie Hershey, adding, “Our main goal is just to have everyone come together in fellowship and enjoy this little village that we live in.” For more information about the events, readers are invited to join the “Cochranville’s 300th Anniversary” Facebook page. Those with questions may email Cochranville300@ gmail.com. In the event of inclement weather, the celebration will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27.
“Judging from the Facebook page, everyone seems excited about the history and the event,” added McCool.
some of the businesses and community members who have helped the foundation raise more than $2.5 million.
“It’s a reminder that so many people have been with us for 11 years,” she said.
Lancaster County Motors Subaru sponsors the annual August golf tournament, which is already sold out.
Members 1st Federal Credit Union, Speedwell Construction, and Hess Auctioneers are also major contributors.
“My favorite donation is someone who gives $2 a month,” Lynn said. “That always puts a smile on my face.”
There are many avenues to help A Week Away, including the donation of a property that can host
respites. “God has blessed this organization. He has taken care of it,” Lynn said. “(The organization) always needs money, but the best way to help us is to give us referrals. We want to help people.”
For more information about the A Week Away Foundation, go to www .aweekaway.org.
“It’s Caleb’s legacy,” said Lynn, who keeps a quote in her office that reads, “I’ve not heard your voice in years, but my heart has conversations with you every day.”
“This is my way of being able to support his dreams,” Lynn added. “There’s a little selfish part, too. It puts me in touch with people who loved him and who he loved.”
County Releases Community Health Assessment
The Chester County Health Department has released its latest Community Health Assessment (CHA), a detailed report that provides an in-depth look at the current health status of Chester County residents. The assessment highlights priority health concerns, factors that influence health, community strengths, and key areas where improvements are needed to foster a healthier community.
The CHA, which is conducted every three to five years, examines a wide range of health indicators, including rates of chronic diseases, access to health care, mental health, and health behaviors. It also looks at social determinants of health such as income, education, housing, and the environment. By analyzing these factors, the report provides a comprehensive overview of
health in Chester County and identifies priorities that will guide health initiatives and improvement plans.
Community engagement and partners throughout Chester County were central to the assessment. Community feedback was gathered through a Community Health and Wellness Survey, with more than 4,000 residents responding. With the assistance of
community partners, the Chester County Health Department will develop a Community Health Improvement Plan to address findings in the community health assessment. This will be available for everyone in Chester County to review once completed. The CHA is available to the public and can be downloaded at www.chesco.org /5772/2025-Community -Health-Assessment.
Services for Women - Free and in Español
BY ANN MEAD ASH
Women in the greater New Holland area who are in need of pregnancy services or testing for certain diseases have a free and confidential service nearby on Thursdays and in both English and Spanish.
The Cornerstone Reproductive Health Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) is located in the parking lot at Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, 685 W. Main St., New Holland, each Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. From 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. each Thursday, the MMU is at Yoder’s Country Market, 14 S. Tower Road, New Holland. Cornerstone Reproductive Health, 5380 Lincoln Highway, Gap, is an organization with a vision to empower individuals to embrace life-honoring choices.
The MMU is staffed by Erica Sanchez, client services coordinator, and Margo Oberholtzer, nurse stenographer. Together, they provide a variety of services, including a multimedia presentation options consultation including all available options. For patients who suspect they are pregnant and are considering parenting the child, Sanchez, whose first language is Spanish, will go over fetal development and may discuss adoption. “We talk about their concerns and what brought them (to the MMU). We do an intake,” explained Sanchez. Based on the information she receives, Sanchez can offer information and further resources.
Cornerstone also offers Journeys classes, which are free and facilitated by Sanchez. “It’s a parenting incentive program,” explained Jennie Straub, director of Cornerstone. “They can get education and earn items for their baby, and it’s all free.” Straub listed an infant car seat, playpen, and crib and mattress as possible options that could be earned by completing the classes. She noted that childbirth classes are available at Cornerstone, as well.
Oberholtzer administers ultrasounds that confirm the status of a pregnancy, and she often witnesses the “wow” moments a mother experiences when first seeing her baby on the screen. Sometimes women who know they
are pregnant and looking forward to delivering bring their partners to see the growing child. “It’s refreshing and positive (when that happens),” shared Oberholtzer.
In addition to ultrasounds, Oberholtzer can test and treat chlamydia and gonorrhea. “There are a lot more (sexually transmitted diseases) than that, so I always recommend they get the full panel of testing,” pointed out Oberholtzer, who recommends a free clinic in Lancaster in those situations. If a test is positive, she has access to the necessary antibiotics for patients.
MMU personnel may be alerted to certain situations by a checkmark on the intake form. “They can mark on here if they are experiencing abuse,” noted Straub, who added that an abuse assessment similar to those done in a doctor’s office is also included.
“Some people won’t write it or say it,” added Straub, who has devised a method
patients can use to let staff know their situation in a confidential manner. “We meet with the patient alone first,” added Straub, who noted patients often have a relative or partner along.
Straub noted that the MMU had been on the wish lists of Cornerstone board members for some time.
“It’s brand new,” she said, noting that Cornerstone acquired the MMU after partnering with a Colorado ministry called Save the Storks at the suggestion of Cornerstone director of development Olivia Imchen.
“Save the Storks does everything for free because they are a nonprofit. They help us when we need repairs,” shared Straub.
Some women come to the MMU planning to deliver and parent their child. Others are unsure what to do. “They are afraid of what the family will say, or they are in college or high school,” said Oberholtzer. To provide patient confidentiality, signage is placed
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on the MMU door whenever a patient is being seen.
Straub recalled a woman who had called in the summer of 2024 and was very upset because she was pregnant and had undergone a bad experience with a previous pregnancy. “She had an options consultation,” said Straub, who noted that what the woman learned prompted her to choose life and to place her baby for adoption.
Often, however, women leave without having made a decision. “We know we said what we needed to say and she saw what she needed to see,” stated Oberholtzer.
“We give it to God to do His thing. We have had people come in determined to (end the pregnancy) and leave here life-minded,” she added. Straub said that the MMU has saved approximately 16 babies in the few months that the vehicle has been available.
On Mondays, the MMU is at the Parkesburg Point Youth Center from 10:30 a.m. to
BF of beams, joists, & rafters, in oak, pine, chestnut, hemlock, etc., Approx. 40,000 BF of boards and 2” planks in oak, pine, chestnut, hemlock, etc.; skids of gray slatelike stone from barn foundation; skids of sandstone building stone; skids of flagstone pieces; stone bar w/horse tie rings; 24” stone trough. ANTIQUE MILL EQUIPMENT: Niagara Giro Whip Sifter (No. SB); Aug. Wolf & Co., Chambersburg PA sifter; Entoleter Scourer - Aspirator; Champion No. 3B blower; 6’ dia. wooden pulley w/Reading, PA tag; Asst. steel & wooden pulleys; wooden chutes; auger flighting. ANTIQUES - PRIMITIVESRUSTICS: Dellinger plate mill; Cumings fodder cutter; Messinger 1 hole corn sheller; A.W. Staub No. 5 mill; Meyers & NEY hay unloader trolleys; wooden & iron pulleys; wheels (wooden & iron); straw knives; grain cradle; wooden cart; wooden and galvanized chicken & chick feeders; Prairie State wooden incubator w/oil heater; c.i. hog troughs; 2 Myers hand pumps; Buch Farmers Friend No. 3 furnace front w/2 hole top & rings; wooden feed chests; burlap feed bags; wooden tubs; dovetailed boxes; wooden ladders; galv. tubs & buckets; wooden wagon axle w/wooden wheels; wooden barrels; 10’ wooden bench; 4’ wooden peg leg bench/table; Prizer Oakland No. 140 parlor stove; runner sleds; strap hinges; Veedoil 5 gal. oil can and other asst oil cans; wire egg basket; berry crates; nail kegs; wooden organizer w/ tin drawers; lightning rods & balls; weathervanes; Penna. tin license plates; asst. tin signs; MailPouch tin thermometer (38”); Adam Scheidt Brewing Co., Norristown PA wooden box; cigar molds; Stoneware crocks & jugs; green jars; hog scrapers; galv. childrens’ bathtub; Wagner, Erie, and other c.i. fry pans; Schwartz Bros. Fire Extinguisher; pair T-3 headlights; 16”x60” c.i. water trough; c.i. bathtub; and much more. ARCHITECTURAL ITEMS: Lots of interior paneled doors; lots of wooden barn louvers; lots of wooden windows; barn doors; shutters; iron railings; wooden porch columns; wooden panels w/star design; corner cupboards; clothes hook strips; corbels & detailed trimwork; mantel trim; and more. MISC. ITEMS: ‘52 Ford 8N tractor w/Sherman trans. & road lights; single bottom plows; (2) steel I-beams (6” wide x 18” tall x 24’ long); Columbian bench vise w/5”wide jaw; a few thousand BF of walnut lumber (cured); and more. AUCTION INFO: We invite you to join us for the annual inventory reduction auction for Simmontown Demolition. Auction begins at 8:30. We will be selling w/2 auctioneers, Ring #1 will sell antiques & related (under tent). Ring #2 will sell lumber & stone. Auction Co. and sellers are not responsible for accidents.
1 p.m. The MMU is at Solid Rock Youth Ministries in Quarryville from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. each Monday. To make an appointment at an
MMU location, readers may call 484-552-9333. More information about Cornerstone may be found at https://pacornerstone.org.
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Auctioneers: Tim Weaver Dave Stoltzfus, Steve Schuler Tristan Sensenig
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Auction for: Simmontown Demolition 717-442-3650
RECLAIMED LUMBER & STONE: Approx. 40,000
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Sheriff’s Office Expands Units
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office is strengthening and expanding its Special Operations Units, reinforcing its commitment to proactive law enforcement and public safety. These specialized teams play a vital role in high-risk response, apprehension of dangerous individuals, and community protection.
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Owner relocating & serious to sell. Move-in condition farmette w/abundant upgrades. A must see to appreciate. Quiet rural location. Minutes to Compass, Wagontown, Sadsburyville & Coatesville. Personal inspection by appointment or open house August 30, September 6 & 13 from 1 to 4 PM. For more detailed information visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368).
The Sheriff’s Office is investing in critical operation units such as Fugitive Apprehension, Motorcycle, K-9, Field Force Operations, and Protective Intelligence.
The Fugitive Apprehension Unit (FAU) focuses on tracking and apprehending individuals with outstanding warrants, including those wanted for violent or serious crimes. The unit works closely with local, state, and federal agencies to locate and remove highrisk individuals from the community. Strengthening this unit increases the ability of the office to act swiftly and reduce community risk.
The Motorcycle Unit provides high-visibility patrol and supports special events, escorts, and rapid-response needs. These deputies are highly trained in defensive maneuvering, motorcade coordination, and public engagement.
The K-9 Unit is currently undergoing a strategic expansion to meet increasing operational demands.
The unit now includes five certified K-9s, two of which are special K-9 deputies from the Chester County Prison, with more dogs expected to join in the near future. These teams play a vital role in narcotics detection, suspect tracking, evidence recovery, and public demonstrations. The K-9 Unit also strengthens community outreach by bridging the gap between public safety enforcement and education.
The Field Force Operations Unit is designed to manage large-scale events and incidents involving crowd control or civil unrest. The team includes three certified instructors and is in the process of ensuring all deputies receive Field Force Operations training. The unit emphasizes de-escalation, mobility, and public order management in rapidly evolving situations.
The Protective Intelligence Unit focuses on identifying, assessing, and managing threats to public officials, government buildings, and high-risk environments. Leveraging both proactive intelligence gathering and interagency collaboration, this unit monitors behaviors of concern and potential security risks. The goal is early intervention and continuous threat mitigation.
County Vaccine Clinics Posted
The Chester County Health Department will offer community clinics throughout the county to ensure access to flu and COVID-19 vaccines.
An appointment is required and can be made at www.chesco.org/ fallvaccines or by calling 610-344-6225.
The vaccination clinic locations and times are Thursday, Sept. 25, Great Valley Middle School, 225 N. Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, 3 to 6:45 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 2, Coatesville Area Public Library, 501 Lincoln Highway East, Coatesville, 1 to 5:15 p.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 8, Honey Brook Food Pantry, 5064 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 9, Unionville High School, 740 Unionville Road, Ken-
nett Square, 3 to 6:45 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 16, Kennett Middle School, 195 Sunny Dell Road, Landenberg, 3 to 6:45 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 18, Avon Grove Church of the Nazarene, 240 State Road, West Grove, 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 22, Honey Brook Food Pantry, 4 to 5:30 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 23, Owen J. Roberts Middle School, 881 Ridge Road, Pottstown, 4:15 to 6:45 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 27, Community Clinic at the Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Road, West Chester, 3 to 6:45 p.m.; and various days and times through Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Road, West Chester.
For more information, visit the aforementioned website.
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Semeneck Receives Academic Honor
Abigail Semeneck of Christiana was named to the honors list for the spring 2025 semester at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Florham Campus in Madison, N.J. To qualify for the honors list, a student must carry a 3.5 or greater grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours, which is the equivalent of four courses.
