West Chester
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning 18th-Century West Chester Estate Listed for $2.49M
A beautiful property in West Chester offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Chester County history from 1795 while enjoying the comforts of modern country living. . . Set on more than 14 private acres, the five-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends centuries-old character with thoughtful updates. Far from the road and surrounded by open…
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QVC Group’s Preferred Shareholders Challenge $6.6 Billion Debt Restructuring Plan in Texas Court
A battle over the future of West Chester-based QVC Group is playing out in a Texas courtroom, where a group of preferred shareholders are fighting to block a bankruptcy reorganization plan they say would wipe out their investment while benefiting creditors, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Judge Alfredo R. Perez in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court is…
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West Chester University Baseball Falls One Win Short of National Championship
West Chester University’s run at a national championship ended the hardest way possible Saturday: one win short. The Golden Rams fell 8-4 to Tampa in the winner-take-all finale of the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship Series in Cary, North Carolina, reports Brett Friedlander for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With West Chester already in an early hole, coach Mike…
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Ground Provisions in West Chester Is the Vegan Restaurant That Doesn’t Feel Like One
Just south of West Chester in the historic crossroads of Dilworthtown, there is a restaurant that has become one of Chester County’s most coveted reservations. Ground Provisions is set in a former inn framed by gardens and open countryside. It operates by reservation only and serves a seasonal, plant-based tasting menu that changes with what’s…
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West Chester-based Quix Labs Is Helping People Kick Their Nicotine Habit for Good
From early-stage startups navigating their first steps to more seasoned innovators building momentum, the Everything Begins With An Idea series explores the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned that shape the entrepreneur’s journey. _______ When Zach Starr, founder and CEO of Quix Labs, began noticing how many people around him were struggling with vaping and smoking addiction, he…
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Despite Bankruptcy, QVC Group Earns a Spot on the 2026 Fortune 500
West Chester is home to a Fortune 500 company, even if that company is navigating one of the more turbulent times in its history. QVC Group landed on the 2026 Fortune 500 after it officially shifted its corporate headquarters address to West Chester, reports Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. QVC Group formerly operated out of a Colorado address under the name Qurate Retail Group before rebranding…
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How West Chester’s QVC Lost Its Edge: Debt, Cord Cutting, and an Aging Audience
For decades, West Chester-based QVC turned live television into a sales engine, moving billions of dollars in products into American homes and redefining how people shop. A video from Company Man, a YouTube channel that tracks the rise and fall of major American businesses, recently broke down what’s gone wrong with the West Chester-based company.…
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Among Chester County Hoagies, This Shop Offers One That Weighs as Much as a Mini Laptop
Chester County hoagies stand tall with other regional sandwiches like cheesesteaks and pork sandwiches. Jason Sheehan sliced through the details to find the best architects of this local favorite for Philadelphia Magazine. Hoagies come with plenty of variations — peppers, seeded rolls, even vegetarian. And all fall within the range of acceptability, with the only…
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300,000 Books and Counting: Baldwin’s Book Barn in West Chester Named One of America’s Best
Baldwin’s Book Barn has long been a beloved place for book lovers in Chester County. It recently made a list of the best independent bookstores in America, in a roundup written by Kat Chen for Condé Nast Traveler. Housed inside a five-story stone barn built in 1822, Baldwin’s Book Barn was founded by William and Lilla Baldwin in 1946 and has spent the…
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Chester County Futures Launches ‘Level Up’ Career Development Series for Students and Young Professionals
Landing an internship, securing a first job, or making a strong impression in today’s competitive job market requires more than technical knowledge. It takes confidence, communication skills, and the ability to clearly articulate your value to employers. To help students and emerging professionals build those skills, Chester County Futures has launched Level Up: Professional Edge…
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The Greater West Chester Chamber Is Hiring a Member Experience Manager
Most jobs come with a paycheck. This one comes with a community. The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is hiring a Member Experience & Operations Manager, and if you love people, community, and the energy of a thriving small city, this might be the role you’ve been waiting for. This is not a desk…
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This West Chester Salon Created a Calming Space for Clients with Sensory Sensitivities
For many families with children who struggle with sensory overload, a simple haircut can feel anything but simple. Wild Horse Salon in West Chester is working to change that, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Owner Maureen Helms recently unveiled a dedicated “Sensory Room” inside the salon, which is a quiet, carefully designed space built to make haircuts…
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In QVC’s Bankruptcy Battle, Preferred Shareholders Challenge $400M Settlement in Court
A group of preferred shareholders isn’t going down without a fight. Investors in West Chester’s QVC Group are pushing back against the company’s proposed bankruptcy restructuring plan, arguing that it unjustly prioritizes creditors while equity holders are left with nothing, writes Becky Yerak for The Wall Street Journal. Investors including Cygnus Capital and Sona Asset Management filed…
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Someone Built a Hobbit House in Chester County and it’s Awesome
Tucked away in the picturesque Chester County countryside is a true-to-life scene from Middle Earth. Architect Peter Archer of West Chester’s Archer & Buchanan Architecture had the life-sized tribute to The Shire handcrafted for J.R.R. Tolkien fans alongside an 18th-century stone wall on their property, according to a Houzz tour by Lisa Frederick. “The location…
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West Chester Home to One of the Top 100 Restaurants in America
The Original Spence Cafe in West Chester has found its place on the online reservation platform OpenTable’s list of the Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2021. Laura Smythe and Andy Brownfield served up the news for the Philadelphia Business Journal. To create the list, OpenTable analyzed more than 10.5 million reviews submitted by verified…
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West Chester Railroad Heritage Association Hosts Gala to Save 142-Year-Old Station
A century-old train station is getting a new lease on life, and a gala fundraiser is helping make it happen, reports Erin Coleman for NBC10 Philadelphia. The West Chester Railroad Heritage Association, a nonprofit run entirely by volunteers, is hosting a gala on Saturday, June 6 to fund restoration work at the historic Glen Mills…
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From the Garage in West Chester: One Borough Resident’s Quiet Mission to Modernize the American Lawn
Paul Richards, a longtime West Chester resident, husband, father of three, and member of First Presbyterian Church, has turned his garage into an office, and his front yard into a working showroom for robotic mowers, as part of a broader effort he’s captured in a new book, The New American Lawn. If you live in the…
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West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, West Chester University will welcome an international showcase of music, culture, and competition when the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) brings its 250th USA Championships to John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1. The highly anticipated event will feature elite marching bands…
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