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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The Brainchild of These Best Friends, West Chester-Based Business Brings Outdoor Gatherings to Life
Best friends Brenna Medvitz of West Chester and Mary Flynn of Phoenixville have launched an outdoor picnic business, Wandering Picnics, to bring together families and…
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Chester County Teens to Perform in East Coast Premiere of Popular Musical Comedy
Some local teens have a rare theatrical opportunity usually only reserved for professional actors. Students from 11 area middle and high schools are ready to…
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Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry Announces 2022 Women Influencing Business Winners
The Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry (CCCBI) is revealing the two women it will honor as 2022 Female Business Leader of the Year,…
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Nonprofit Flower Shop in West Chester Provides Meaningful Employment to Special-Needs Employees
Elaine Scott and Colleen Brennan took over Kati Mac Floral Designs, a nonprofit flower shop in West Chester, wanting to provide meaningful employment for individuals…
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See Where West Chester Ranks Among Best College Towns in the Northeast
West Chester is placed among towns in the Northeast that offer the best college experience to students, writes Mihaela Buzec for RentCafe. To determine the…
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WCU Announces Summer Camps, Programs for Youth of All Ages
West Chester University has announced dates and information for summer programs and camps to entertain and enrich area students from ages 7-22. In all, more than…
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‘There Are a Lot of Stories Out Here’: West Chester Man’s Volunteerism Preserves the Past at Abandoned Cemetery
After the owners of Mount Moriah Cemetery in southwest Philadelphia abandoned it in 2011, volunteers like West Chester resident Ken Smith have taken its care…
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Meridian Bank CEO Chris Annas to Be Inducted into Chester County Business Hall of Fame
Meridian Bank founder and CEO Chris Annas, who has served as a leader and positive force in the region for years, will be inducted into…
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Uptown! Brings the Laughs to Chester County This Spring, Starting Tonight with ComedySportz
The Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center will bring the laughs to Chester County this spring and early summer. The hilarity begins with Philadelphia’s longest-running and…
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First Resource Bank to Host Free Shred Event on April 30 to Benefit Salvation Army of West Chester
When it comes to serving the needs of the community, there’s one business that lives and breathes the concept of supporting locally. Annually, First Resource…
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Co-Founders of West Chester-Based Startup ‘Knew There Was Something Here, That Technology Was the Solution’
Chris Putsch and Shaun Ziegler, co-founders of West Chester-based Upswing Fitness, will unveil a new app on June 1 to help fitness instructors and clients connect online,…
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From Big Nothing to Big Something: How This West Chester Native’s Band Recorded Its New Album During Pandemic
West Chester native Pat Graham, the bassist for indie rock band Big Nothing, discussed how he and his bandmates wrote and recorded their newest album…
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2022 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Carl Nassib
West Chester native and Malvern Prep graduate Carl Nassib is a six-year veteran of the National Football League, where he is a defensive end and…
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2022 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Robert Jefferson IV
West Chester East High School graduate Robert Jefferson IV is an Associate Attorney at West Chester-based Gawthrop Greenwood, one of Chester County’s oldest and most…
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‘This Is a Key Year for Us’: West Chester’s LAFA Enters 65th Season with High Hopes Amidst Concerns About the Sport
As it enters its 65th season, the Little All-American Football Association in West Chester hopes for a turnaround from low numbers due to concerns about…
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2022 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Greg Thomas
Downingtown native Greg Thomas is the Senior Director of Men’s Health Marketing and Chief of Staff for the Global Commercial Operations Leadership Team at Endo…
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2022 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Nicole Lyddane
Great Valley High School graduate Nicole Lyddane is Vice President of Sales and Leasing at Swope Lees Commerical Real Estate, a brokerage and consulting firm…
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‘Adding Some Funkiness to the Borough’: VISTA Millennial Superstar, His Mother Open Art Gallery in West Chester
A mother and son recently opened Ginkgo Arts, a new gallery for the public to enjoy and local artists to display their work, at 21…
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