West Chester
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Chester County Town Named One of the Best Places to Retire by Travel + Leisure
West Chester has been listed as one of the best places to retire in Pennsylvania, writes Katie Seemann for Travel + Leisure. For many, choosing where to retire to can be a difficult choice. Between housing cost, healthcare options, weather, and social activities, there is a lot to consider. The town has much to offer…
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2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Tyler Haines
For Tyler Haines, fitness is about more than physical strength, but perhaps, more importantly, about building confidence, connection, and community. As the Founder and Owner of Fitness Factory WC, Haines leads every aspect of the business, from operations and finance to member experience. But at the core of his work is a simple mission: helping…
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Former QVC Model Finds Strength in Woodchopping After Career-Altering Dog Attack
Former QVC model Gia Armani has found strength after her injury recovery in a surprising new way, writes Jordan Greene for People. Now 31, Armani worked as a model since she was fifteen years old. In 2017, she suffered a severe dog bite to her face, leaving her with a broken nose and stitches. Having…
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2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars: Stephanie Carbaugh
For Stephanie Carbaugh, marketing is more than strategy; it’s about storytelling, experience, and creating meaningful connections. As Director of Marketing & Hospitality at COCOON, Carbaugh leads brand strategy, community partnerships, event planning, and customer experience initiatives. As part of the company’s leadership team, she also oversees the newly formed hospitality department, focused on elevating every…
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WCU Celebrates 250th Signing of ‘The Declaration of Independence’ with a Gathering of PA’s 10 Frederick Douglass Institutes
West Chester University (WCU) has a one-of-a-kind link to our nation’s founding principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness… Famed Abolitionist, Orator, and Statesman Frederick Douglass, who once had been enslaved but continued to have faith in the promise of independence and equality for all, delivered his last public lecture on West Chester…
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Andiario’s Local Preservation Efforts Deliver Delicious Dining Experience
Andiario in West Chester is passionate about food and preservation, crafting the perfect farm-to-table dining experience, writes Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owner Anthony Andiario’s carefully preserves local ingredients in the restaurant, filling a vault of pickled, dried, and canned items. Much of the menu comes straight from local farms, however, the lesser-known larder…
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West Chester’s Justin Chan Honored With 2026 Diversity in Business Award
Justin Chan, a West Chester native and owner of Valley Creek Productions, has been named a 2026 Diversity in Business Awards honoree, writes Lara Schwartz for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Chan’s video production company celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025 with more than 500 projects completed, capturing events and initiatives focused on inclusion and civic pride.…
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West Chester’s QVC Banks On TikTok as Latest Company Revival Tactic
West Chester-based QVC Group is banking on TikTok as its latest effort to revive company growth and reach a wider audience, writes Phil Wahba for Fortune. QVC and HSN channels lost almost half of their viewership from 2018 and 2024, a change attributed to less cable and broadcasting use as households transitioned to streaming services…
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West Chester Med Spa Offers Holistic Treatments for a Spring Recharge
Looking for a new way to rest and revive your body for a springtime recharge? LifeMed Institute offers a range of holistic health services designed to support full-body wellness, reports Tessa Peloso for PHL17 News. The West Chester medical spa offers a menu of over 30 services to help guests “live longer and live better,”…
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VISTA Careers – Barclay Friends
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse ready to step into a leadership role while staying connected to resident care? Barclay Friends — West Chester’s trusted senior living community grounded in Quaker values — is seeking a Nurse Manager (RN) to join our nursing leadership team on the evening shift. This is a great opportunity for…
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West Chester’s ‘Charred Barn’ is a Modern Farmhouse Made From Sustainable Materials
A West Chester property dubbed the “Charred Barn” achieves a truly unique farmhouse aesthetic using sustainable construction practices, writes staff for One Kindesign. Set across 10 acres of Chester County countryside, the house combines industrial metals with rustic wood for a balanced feel. MaMo Architects in Ardmore managed the design, and West Chester’s Thomson &…
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Barclay Friends Demonstrates Ongoing Commitment to High-Quality Memory Care
Barclay Friends has been recognized with the Memory Care Seal of Excellence from the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP), reflecting the organization’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care for individuals living with memory loss. The distinction highlights Barclay Friends’ focus on specialized staff education, supportive programming, and environments designed to promote dignity,…
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Gov. Shapiro Hosts Roundtable in West Chester, Zeroing In On AI and Education
Gov. Josh Shapiro recently hosted a roundtable at the West Chester Community Center to discuss pertinent topics related to artificial intelligence and technology in education, writes Carmen Russell-Sluchansky for WHYY. Alongside Attorney General Dave Sunday, Rep. Chris Pielli, and local attendees, they covered the rise in harmful AI-generated images, digital literacy, cell phone usage, and…
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With Four Decades Under Her Belt, ‘Queen of TV Shopping’ Bids Farewell to HSN
Host Bobbi Ray Carter has spent 43 years wearing the crown of “OG and Queen of TV Shopping” at HSN, becoming a monumental voice of live shopping in the homes of millions, reports HSN at PRNewswire. With the network’s earliest days as Home Shopping Network, Carter started in 1983 when HSN was a small studio…
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QVC Group’s Debt Crisis Deepens, Bankruptcy Looms as Future of West Chester Giant Hangs in Balance
As West Chester-based QVC Group struggles under $6.6 billion in debt, bankruptcy is becoming an increasingly likely outcome despite creditor talks, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. QVC Group’s debt load surpasses standard measures of its total value, now at a $5.96 billion enterprise value, far exceeding its $25 million market capitalization. Over the…
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Barclay Friends Receives $1 Million Federal Grant Supporting Goshen Memory Care Neighborhood
Barclay Friends (A Kendal Affiliate) has been awarded a federal Community Project Funding grant of $1,015,000 in support of the community’s Goshen memory care neighborhood, an expansion designed to serve older adults living with memory impairment in the greater West Chester community. The funding is part of $12 million in community project grants secured by U.S.…
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Two West Chester Restaurants Ranked Among Best in Philadelphia Region
Two of the best restaurants in the Philadelphia region are local to West Chester, write Kae Lani Palmisano, Adam Erace, Jason Sheehan, and David Wesolowski for Philadelphia Magazine. Ground Provisions and Andiario, both located in West Chester, serve signature dishes with local flare that make them among the best in the region. Ground Provisions is…
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Bricks Continue to Mysteriously Disappear from West Chester Sidewalks
A series of missing bricks from West Chester sidewalks has sparked suspicions about a local fraternity hazing ritual, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Resident Sean Barry of Southeast West Chester recently noticed several bricks were missing from his sidewalk. The incident came with a “Notice of Violation” from the borough, leading to…
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