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West Chester

West Chester, the county seat of Chester County, is a charming and historic town with a rich heritage dating back to the late 18th century. Known for its picturesque streets lined with well-preserved Victorian and colonial architecture, West Chester exudes a quaint and inviting atmosphere.

Its vibrant downtown area offers an array of boutique shops, art galleries, cozy cafes, and delicious restaurants, making it a hub of activity and entertainment. The town’s proximity to Philadelphia adds to its appeal, making it an ideal destination for both residents and visitors seeking a blend of small-town charm and urban amenities.

Address: 401 East Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380

Phone: 610-692-7574

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Economic Development

Organizations Caring for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Face Staffing Crisis in Chester County

January 31, 2023

Organizations that care for individuals with intellectual disabilities are facing a service and staffing crisis in Pennsylvania, including Chester County, according to a staff report…
Healthcare

Chester County Hospital Announces Virtual Wellness Events for February

January 31, 2023

Chester County Hospital offers numerous virtual wellness events throughout February. Each event covers a different topic to learn about and may give you answers you’ve…
Nonprofit

The Impact of The Arc of Chester County: Andrew and Jerry’s Story

January 31, 2023

The Arc of Chester County through its Family Support Services Program (FSS) provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to live, work and fully participate in…
Healthcare

Chester County Hospital Named One of 50 Best Hospitals in America

January 30, 2023

Healthgrades recently recognized Chester County Hospital (CCH) as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for 2023. This acknowledgment places CCH in the top 1 percent…
Utilities

Aqua Receives $6 Million From PENNVEST to Replace Lead Pipes in West Chester

January 30, 2023

Aqua Pennsylvania has announced it has secured Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) funding to replace customer-owned service lines containing lead or galvanized pipes in the…
Events & Fundraisers

WCU to Host 3-Day Events Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

January 30, 2023

This year, West Chester University will host several special events honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., whose federal holiday (Jan. 16 this year)…
Construction

‘We All Have Skin in the Game’: Demolition Makes Way for New Six-Story Hotel in West Chester

January 29, 2023

A 108-room, six-story hotel is coming to West Chester, writes Bill Rettew for the Daily Local News. The Thatcher’s/Rite-Aid building at Gay and Walnut streets…
Entertainment

West Chester TikToker Goes Viral with Pennsylvania-Themed Videos

January 28, 2023

West Chester’s Cat Janisko has achieved internet fame with Pennsylvania-themed videos she posts on TikTok as @PennsylvaniaJunkie, writes Eric Knopsnyder for the Tribune-Democrat. Janisko has…
Entertainment

West Chester Escape Room Is One-of-a-Kind Experience for Valentine’s Day

January 27, 2023

What better way to spend Valentine’s Day with that special someone than at a one-of-a-kind escape room? West Chester’s Bates Motel Escape Room takes this…
Nonprofit

Chester County Food Bank Announces New Officers, Board of Directors

January 27, 2023

The Chester County Food Bank has announced its officers and the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors. The following officers have…
Education

WCU Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Students to Earn ‘Cloaks of Compassion’

January 27, 2023

A formal White Coat Ceremony, as a rite of passage marking the end of coursework and the beginning of hands-on clinical work with patients, will…
West Chester

West Chester Expert’s Advice for Educators on AI Content: ‘Fight Fire with Fire’

January 26, 2023

An Artificial Intelligence Golden Age is around the corner. Online AI tools can generate images based on a phrase or sentence; other applications edit photos to…
Pharma & Biotech

West Chester Pharmaceutical Company Seeks Fourth FDA Approval for Skin Treatment

January 26, 2023

West Chester’s Verrica Pharmaceuticals is seeking FDA approval to market the drug “Ycanth,” which treats a skin condition, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
Environment & Outdoors

WCU’s Weekly Research Seminars Cover Array of Sustainability Topics

January 26, 2023

Every Wednesday at 12 PM, West Chester University’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) offers a look at how WCU scholars, students, and staff explore and apply principles of…
West Chester

How a West Chester Basketball Player Became a Division I Dual-Sport Athlete

January 25, 2023

West Chester’s Maggie Pina is making a name for herself as a dual-sport athlete at Boston University. She received two Division I scholarships for field…
Technology & Innovation

IT Edge in West Chester Supports Business Resolutions for the New Year

January 25, 2023

The beginning of the new year is the perfect time for you, as a business owner, to set some personal and professional resolutions that you…
Public Health

Chester County Hospital Offers Tips On How to Stay Active This Winter

January 25, 2023

Snow, ice, wind, cold — all of these can make working out hard to do. During the warmer months, it might be easier to get…
Legal

MacElree Harvey Represents Multi-National Corporation in Closing of $438 Million Credit Facility

January 25, 2023

MacElree Harvey has announced that it successfully represented the U.S. subsidiary of a large foreign multi-national corporation in the renewal of a cross-border loan of…