West Chester
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Incredible West Chester Home with Indoor Pool, Custom Treehouse Up for $3.4 Million
A beautiful West Chester home with an indoor pool and a custom tree house sitting on 12 acres is available for sale for $3.495 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Built in 1985, this five-bedroom, five-bathroom home spans 7,248 square feet, with the two-story indoor pool featuring a glass overlook from the…
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WCU’s Exercise Is Medicine Day Brings Campus and Community Together for a Celebration of Health and Wellness
Around 25-30 student organizations and community groups came together on the Academic Quad at West Chester University on Wednesday, April 22, for the annual Exercise Is Medicine Day (EIM) event. From 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, the quad buzzed with energy as attendees enjoyed free health screenings, giveaways, snacks, and interactive activities — all aimed at promoting…
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Henderson High School Students Discover Surprising Careers in Mental Health
What does clay molding have to do with a career in mental health? More than you might think. Henderson High School students in West Chester recently found out firsthand during a Mental Health Career Exploration Day organized by Health Care Connect, an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council and the Chester County Workforce…
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Two Investment Firms Plan to Own Sizable Stakes in Restructured QVC Group
Silver Point Capital and Strategic Value Partners, both investment firms based in Greenwich, Connecticut, will hold sizable stakes in QVC Group after the West Chester-based shopping giant emerges from bankruptcy, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Joshua Sussberg of Kirkland & Ellis, who represents QVC Group in the bankruptcy process, the two firms acquired very large positions in the…
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West Chester Pitcher Makes History with Final Season at WCU
Baseball pitcher Julian Costa’s final season at West Chester University has included several history-making feats, writes Mia Messina for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This season, Costa boasts a 7-2 record and a 1.09 WHIP (“Walks plus Hits per Inning Pitched”). As captain for his final season, he’s led the team with a cool confidence, with coach…
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From Caring for Patients to Caring for the Planet: A Chester County Hospital Nurse’s Mission for Sustainability
Maura Frignito, BSN, a nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, spends most of her days caring for patients recovering from surgery. Outside of work, she’s a mother of four boys, and recently, the driving force behind a sneaker recycling effort that’s making a difference both inside and outside…
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West Chester’s QVC Group to File for Bankruptcy, Plans 90-Day Restructuring
Amid ongoing efforts to manage $6.6 billion in debt, West Chester-based QVC Group has announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company disclosed in a 10-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it intends to file for bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern…
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QVC Group Insists ‘No Planned Layoffs’ During Bankruptcy Process
As West Chester-based QVC Group begins its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, there may be one silver lining in the company’s debt restructuring plan, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. In a 90-day plan to restructure about $6.6 billion of debt, there will be “no planned layoffs or furloughs” that would impact hundreds of employees. Additionally, programming…
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Building Bridges Across Generations: How Barclay Friends and Exton Elementary Are Redefining Community
Barclay Friends recently welcomed fourth-grade students from Exton Elementary for a meaningful intergenerational project that highlights the power of connection across generations. During their visit, students spent time with residents listening to their life stories, asking thoughtful questions, and working to capture those memories in writing. What began as a classroom-inspired activity quickly became a…
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WCU’s Pistachio Quick Bread Contest Brings Campus Together One Bite at a Time
The College of Health Sciences at West Chester University recently hosted its third annual Food and Sensory Evaluation Competition through the Department of Nutrition, led by Associate Professor Dr. Amir Golmohamadi. Four teams from across campus created original quick bread recipes centered on a single, distinctive ingredient: pistachio. Each team included students, faculty, and staff…
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Some West Chester Outdoor Dining Permits Delayed by New Rules
West Chester restaurant owners encountered an unexpected hurdle when applying for outdoor dining permits this year, caused by accessibility-related changes to the application, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. What was once a straightforward process became cumbersome and unclear, leading to delayed permits and lost revenue for owners during the early spring days when warmer weather began drawing customers outdoors. “I…
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After Years of Trying, Downingtown Teacher Gets His ‘Jeopardy!’ Moment
For West Chester resident Chris Kearney, a Downingtown High School West teacher, who appeared on Jeopardy! last week was the culmination of a lifelong dream that began in middle school, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Having grown up watching the show, Kearney decided eight years ago to pursue his dream of appearing. He took the 50-question online qualifying test…
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West Chester Home to One of 100 Best Places to Dine in America
Yelp announced its tenth annual Top 100 Places to Eat list, and one Chester County eatery is among them, writes Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner for Forbes. Each year, the company that connects people with great local businesses analyzes the millions of reviews users submit on its platform to name the best local eateries. “From food trucks…
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To Buy West Chester Home, This Couple Moved in With Mom and Saved for 9 Months
Chris and Tessie Payne moved in with his mother for nine months to save up for their forever home: a four bedroom Colonial house in West Chester, writes Abigail Covington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple were living in a one-bedroom rowhouse in Manayunk that was a good starter home but had become tight on space. In fall 2024, they put it on…
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West Chester Community Mourns Student After Tragic Vehicle Accident
West Chester University student Garrett Nicholas was tragically struck by a car on over the weekend and later died from his injuries at Paoli Hospital, leaving the community and school mourning his death and celebrating his life, reports staff and Walter Perez at 6abc. 21-year-old Nicholas of Lehigh County was crossing South High Street at…
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West Chester University’s Research and Creative Activity Day Showcases Faculty, Student, Staff Academic Inquiry
Part of “Celebrating WCU Week” this year, the University’s annual Research and Creative Activity Day takes place on Thursday, Apr. 16, in Sykes Student Union ballrooms (110 West Rosedale Avenue) from 9:00 AM-2:30 PM. This showcase of excellence in academic inquiry encompasses work from students, faculty, and staff from across the University in a celebration of knowledge and discovery.…
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West Chester University’s 1871 Awards Celebrate Outstanding Junior and Senior Students
This year, a record number of West Chester University students applied for the 1871 Award, a special honor that recognizes juniors and seniors who have excelled both in the classroom and beyond. Of 111 students who completed applications, the University honored 68 students: 50 seniors and 18 juniors. Representing all the University’s colleges and schools,…
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West Chester University Kicks Off Earth Week with 2026 Zero Waste Summit
West Chester University will launch its 2026 Earth Week celebration with its annual Zero Waste Summit on Monday, Apr. 20, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM in the Sykes Student Union Ballroom (110 West Rosedale Avenue, West Chester). Hosted by the WCU Office of Sustainability, the event is free and open to the public, with no registration required. Light snacks will be provided.…
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