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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West Chester-Based Software Exec Coordinates Celebration of Philly as ‘the Crucible of the Computer Age’
Jim Scherrer, the founder and CEO of West Chester-based Ally CRM Software Group, is coordinating a week of events to celebrate the 75th anniversary of…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Holds Diaper Drive to Meet Community Needs
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is hosting a diaper drive this month in partnership with Chester County Women’s Services and the Chester County Department of…
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West Chester Native Inks Contract to Compete at Highest Level of American Soccer
West Chester native Kyle Morton is heading to Major League Soccer after spending four seasons as one of the top goalkeepers in USL Championship, the…
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Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend in Chester County
There are so many ways to say I love you, I like you, I appreciate you … and Chester County has them all! Follow along…
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Local Independent Bookstores Beef Up Their Online Presence to Survive Pandemic
Independent bookstores in the area have been increasing and diversifying their online presence to meet the challenges of the pandemic, writes Davis Giangiulio for Main…
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GameStop, Now Causing Upheaval on Wall Street, Has Strong West Chester Connection
GameStop, which is currently causing quite a stir on Wall Street, has a strong local connection that leads to Electronics Boutique, a West Chester company…
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Coatesville Native the First Recipient of Scholarship Toward Diversifying Chester County Law Enforcement
Coatesville native Bakari Green Jr. has been named the first recipient of a scholarship focused on diversifying law enforcement in Chester County. The scholarship to…
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West Chester Resident, Former Navy Secretary Under Trump Considers Run for U.S. Senate
West Chester resident Kenneth Braithwaite, a former ambassador to Norway and secretary of the Navy under President Donald Trump, is considering a run for the…
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Renowned Engineer Living in Downingtown Continues to Bring Clean Water to His Native India Years After Retiring
Downingtown resident Arun Deb, an engineer who teaches at the University of Pennsylvania after retiring in 2003 from Weston Solutions, an environmental consulting firm in…
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After a Devastating 2020, West Chester’s Restaurants Are Looking Forward to a Better Year
After a devastating 2020 that saw some of its establishments – including DeStarr’s, which had been in business for 80 years – close their doors…
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2021 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Eric Light
West Chester native and Henderson High School graduate Eric Light is Senior Vice President at WSFS Bank, the largest and longest-standing locally managed bank and…
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2021 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Rick Green
Henderson High School graduate Rick Green, who was born in Waltham, Mass., and moved to West Chester at a young age, is the Director of…
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After Stepping Down as Region’s Top Federal Prosecutor, Henderson High Grad Looking for Other Opportunities to Remain in Politics
After stepping down as U.S. Attorney on Friday, West Chester resident and Henderson High School graduate William M. McSwain is considering his options for remaining…
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2021 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Charles Swope Jr.
West Chester East High School graduate Charles Swope Jr. is the Broker of Record/CEO of Swope Lees Commercial Real Estate, LLC, a West Chester-based brokerage…
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New Family-Owned Restaurant in West Chester Offers Farm-to-Table Meals in Rustic Setting
Mae’s, a new restaurant on West Gay Street in West Chester, offers farm-to-table meals in a rustic, barn-like setting, writes Ed Williams for Main Line…
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Patron’s Kind Gesture Surprises Server at Kildare’s Irish Pub
After the two talked about the challenges surrounding the pandemic, a server at Kildare’s Irish Pub in West Chester was shocked to see that a…
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2021 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Russ Daniels
Russ Daniels, who grew up in Reading, is the Director of Product Marketing at Cox Automotive, where he supports the company’s HomeNet and vAuto brands.…
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Popular Rock Band Fronted by West Chester Native, Bishop Shanahan Grad Releases New Album
RFA, a popular rock band based in Philadelphia and fronted by West Chester native and Bishop Shanahan High School graduate Dan Cousart, has released a…
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