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Snowmelt Derby: West Chester Man’s ‘Pointless’ Winter Game Brings Joy to Friends
Fed up with winter, Bob Mina created Snowmelt Derby, a game where his Facebook friends try to guess when the snow will finally melt in his West Chester backyard, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. The inaugural game was over a decade ago, and every winter since, dozens of people have tracked the snow melting in Mina’s backyard. The winner…
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Dr. Tammy James to be Presented PSAC’s L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award at WCU Home Basketball Game
West Chester University’s (WCU) very own Dr. Tammy James, a longtime faculty member in the Department of Public Health Sciences and now also special assistant to the president for student engagement and retention, was among 17 honorees identified recently by the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) in its inaugural class for the L.P. Hill Unity…
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Members-Only Speakeasy Opens Its Doors in Basement of West Chester’s 9 Prime
Johnny O’s Speakeasy recently opened its doors in a former historic bank in West Chester, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The members’ only cocktail lounge is perfect for those seeking a place to enjoy a good meal, have a drink, and “relive” Prohibition. The establishment is in the basement at 9 Prime,…
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WCU Boasts Impressive Number of Graduates Who Found Success in the Coaching Ranks of Women’s College Sports
West Chester University boasts a staggering list of graduates who have achieved much success in the coaching ranks of women’s college sports, writes Mike Jensen for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Among them is Eve Atkinson, a 12-time All-American swimmer who became the first female athletic director at an NCAA Division I-AA football-playing institution, Lafayette College. Although…
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Westtown Honors Black History Month with Bayard Rustin Discussion
The remarkable man behind the 1963 “March on Washington” to secure equal rights for all was born and raised in Chester County. A local public school is even named for this activist. You know him as Bayard Rustin, the West Chester-born civil rights leader and “troublemaker.” His story, Angelic Troublemaker: Bayard Rustin, will be the…
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Bankruptcy Reports Send QVC Group Stock into Steep Decline
Reports that West Chester-based QVC Group is negotiating a voluntary debt restructuring with its creditors, potentially including a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, have caused the home shopping giant’s stock to fall 66 percent, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. QVC Group and its lenders are reportedly having confidential discussions to resolve the company’s increasing quarterly losses and…
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Community Remembers Joe Walsh, Four-Time Hall of Famer and West Chester Henderson Teacher
Joe Walsh, a retired West Chester Henderson High School health and physical education teacher and member of four athletic Halls of Fame, died on Jan. 27 at 75, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A West Chester resident, Walsh grew up in Levittown, played football at Woodrow Wilson High School before continuing at the now West Chester University. He…
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West Chester Native Designs Intricate Coin Art Celebrated Across the Country
The stunningly intricate coin artwork that Americans see and love each day is thanks to many Philly-area artists, including Chester County’s Phebe Hemphill, writes Asha Prihar for Spotlight PA. Hemphill, a West Chester native, has worked as a medallic artist for the United States Mint for twenty years. She designs and sculpts detailed pieces of…
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West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks Big Ideas for 2026 Idea Challenge
The 14th Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500 in prize money is being awarded at this year’s competition! Let your big idea become a reality by winning this competition and jumpstarting your business. Co-Hosted by the Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center, the Keiretsu Forum Mid-Atlantic, and…
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West Chester Restaurant Named Among Seven Farm-to-Table Restaurants Across America to Check Out
Ground Provisions in West Chester is among seven plant-based, farm-to-table restaurants across America that prioritize sustainability, creativity, and conscious dining, writes Allison van Tilborgh for VegOut. The front porch of this popular eatery overlooks the rustic countryside of Chester County. Among many delicious snacks, you can order marinated olives with shaved fennel and spiced almonds…
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Harvest Seasonal Grill Cuts Prices, Boosting Traffic and Profit for West Chester-Based Group
Harvest Seasonal Grill, part of Harvest Restaurant Holdings in West Chester, is responding to rising food costs by lowering prices, which has boosted both customer traffic and profits, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The farm-to-table bar-restaurant, with eight locations in the region, noticed that higher prices correspond with fewer patrons. “Every time check averages…
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West Chester’s QVC Refreshes Lineup with Batch of New Wellness and Beauty Brands
QVC is updating its product lineup this year by introducing new wellness and beauty brands, that highlight the category’s growing importance to the West Chester-based retailer, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for the Retail Drive. “We’re excited to welcome innovative new brands while continuing to deliver the fan-favorites our customers trust, making it easier to discover solutions that help you look and feel…
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This Chesco Town Ranks Among Pennsylvania’s Most Walkable Cities
Downtown West Chester is one of Pennsylvania’s most walkable “cities,” according to both residents and research, writes Jeff Martinez for Islands. Positive feedback and a high Walk Score affirm West Chester as an accessible, charming town perfect tourists and long-term residents. A Walk Score, a project by real estate agency Redfin, evaluates how easily a…
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Support Cancer Care with Women’s Auxiliary Trivia Event in March
It’s time for a fun night out! What could be better than a night of tacos and trivia? The Women’s Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital is hosting Tacos & Trivia Night on Saturday, March 7, from 5 PM—8 PM at the Hershey’s Mill Golf Club in West Chester. Enjoy a taco bar buffet and then trivia with the funniest master of ceremonies you’ve ever experienced, Tom Gavin.…
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MacElree Harvey Elects Andrew Silverman as Shareholder
MacElree Harvey has elected Andrew Silverman as a Shareholder of the firm. An experienced member of the firm’s Business Department since 2014, Silverman’s election marks a significant milestone in his career and a commitment to the firm’s leadership in business and tax law. Silverman focuses his practice on advising business owners and stakeholders through every…
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West Chester’s Turks Head Wines Wins Big at San Francisco Wine Competition
Turks Head Wines, a California winery with a destination tasting room in West Chester, celebrated a standout first showing at the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, earning multiple medals across its portfolio – and most notably a 100 percent medal rate for all wines entered. Turks Head submitted 12 wines to the competition, with all earning recognition, including three Double…
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Family Dog Who Got Stuck Chasing a Groundhog Now Safe at Home After West Chester Fire Co. Rescue
The West Chester Borough Fire Department rescued Chloe, a 2-year-old Jack Russel Terrier mix, who broke free from her owner and managed to get stuck chasing a groundhog, writes staff for 6ABC. A little before 5:30 PM on Thurday, May 12, Chloe became wedged in between a slab of concrete at the 600 block of…
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Chester County Hospital Recognized Among Nation’s Best Hospitals in 2026 Rankings
Healthgrades, one of the most widely used platforms for finding doctors and hospitals in the United States, named Chester County Hospital in West Chester among America’s 50 Best Hospitals for 2026, according to a new report released by Healthgrades. Healthgrades evaluated hospitals based on patient outcomes, assessing clinical performance at roughly 4,500 hospitals across more than 30 common…
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