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Recent citizen surveys to gauge priorities in the continuing development of the Kennett Greenway showed that local residents would like to see the circuitous trail system maintain its natural beauty, provide access to open spaces, connect neighborhoods and continue to provide a broad range of activities for individuals and families…

SOURCE: Chester County Press

 

“It’s been a year now that the restaurant industry has been trying to figure out its next moves, and everyone has learned to pivot and become adaptable and flexible”

SOURCE: CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

 

AROUND THE SQUARE, JANUARY 23, 2021

 

As the arrival of the pandemic earlier this year sent local school districts into the organized chaos of virtual and hybrid learning, a network of people, agencies and businesses in Kennett Square quickly realized that one component of the local student population – those in kindergarten through the fifth grade who live in the underserved pockets of the community – were deprived of valuable learning tools needed to keep them in class…

SOURCE: CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

 

“The need in our community has been exacerbated by COVID. The need is there and it is growing. It is not going away.” says Square Roots Collective’s Director of Social Initiatives when describing the many effects that the COVID pandemic has had on everyday life and how SCCON is working with other organizations to help those in compromised situations.

SOURCE: CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

 

The generous donations of many community members, matched by Square Roots Collective, Historic Kennett Square was able to raise $267,800 to support local businesses in Kennett Square during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SOURCE: DAILY LOCAL NEWS

 

“Without imagination, healing cannot happen, and healing is only possible through truth telling” Chester County Press’ Richard Gaw quotes Voices Underground Executive Director, Greg Thompson in this article, diving into the origins and purpose behind Voices Underground.

SOURCE: CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

 

In a recent article for Chester County Press, Richard Gaw details the mission, vision, and origin of Square Roots Collective.

SOURCE: SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

Square Roots News


In a recent article for Chester County Press, Richard Gaw details the mission, vision, and origin of Square Roots Collective.

SOURCE: SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

 

SOURCE: HISTORIC KENNETT SQUARE

 
 

COVID-19 News


 

The generous donations of many community members, matched by Square Roots Collective, Historic Kennett Square was able to raise $267,800 to support local businesses in Kennett Square during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SOURCE: DAILY LOCAL NEWS

 

SOURCE: SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY WEEKLIES

 

Voices Underground News


“Without imagination, healing cannot happen, and healing is only possible through truth telling” Chester County Press’ Richard Gaw quotes Voices Underground Executive Director, Greg Thompson in this article, diving into the origins and purpose behind Voices Underground.

SOURCE: CHESTER COUNTY PRESS

 

Kennett Greenway News


The Kennett Greenway hosted the Get Re-Kennected Activity Trail on Saturday October 3rd. The Activity Trail began at Pennock Park, ran along the Parrish Trail, and ended at the Chandler Mill Bridge and included 8 activity stations where walkers and bikers could stop get free popsicles, create chalk art on Chandler Mill Rd, learn about nature or history, and much more.

SOURCE: SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY WEEKLIES