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$18 Million Awarded To Phoenixville Woman In Medical Malpractice Suit
Kerri Downes, 26, was misdiagnosed by a certified nurse practitioner when treated for a lump on her breast at age 22, a jury concluded.

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Kerri Downes, 26, was misdiagnosed by a certified nurse practitioner when treated for a lump on her breast at age 22, a jury concluded.

The arboretum is free of charge to all visitors, offering scenic views, education programs and exercise.
Cpl. Michael Perillo, 51, Warminster, is free on $50,000 bail awaiting a preliminary hearing on aggravated cruelty to animal charges.
The Keystone State received top ranking in the education and technology & innovation categories.
Gateway, a family-owned pharmacy, has served the residents of Phoenixville and beyond since the early 1950s.
U.S. Rep Mary Gay Scanlon, a Delaware County Democrat, said the bills are necessary in the wake of Roe v. Wade being overturned.
High school students are getting a taste of college participating in summer programs at West Chester University
There are seven senior center locations throughout Chester County where oldsters can socialize and beat the heat.
West Chester police arrested suspects for drunken driving, assault, and auto theft from July 13-20.
Chester County officials urge residents to stay cool and hydrated to avoid heat-related injuries.
The borough is hosting a town tour on Thursday, Aug. 11.
U.S. Rep. Houlahan asks the Senate to negotiate a plan to reduce the country’s $30 trillion debt.
Heritage Strategies will focus on bolstering historic tourism to prepare for our nation’s 250th anniversary.
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority sent a letter to the Federal Railroad Administration Tuesday to get the project started.
Ice cream brings friends together during the heat wave, which forecasters predict will continue through the weekend.
The Radnor school board adopted a $110.3 million school budget for the 2022-23 school year on May 24.
West Chester Area school board adopted a $296.9 budget, amounting to a 6% increase over last year.
The school board in June adopted a $117.7 million budget for the 2022-2023 school year, calling for a 2.5% increase in taxes.
The school board in June adopted a $117.7 million budget for the 2022-2023 school year, calling for a 2.5% increase in taxes.
The school board in June approved a $166 million budget, including a 2.9% increase in real estate taxes.