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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CEO of West Chester-Based CTDI Gives Generous Gift to Penn State Brandywine
Gerald Parsons, the CEO of West Chester-based Communications Test Design, Inc., and his wife Eleanor have made a generous gift to Penn State Brandywine for a…
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Mark Zandi: Public Infrastructure Needs Immediate Attention
There are few things that all sides can agree on in today’s polarized political environment, but the dire need for action regarding the nation’s public…
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Chester County Leadership: Peter Latta
Publisher’s note: This Chester County Leadership profile was first published July 1, 2015. In 1924, when Alexander Duie Pyle and his wife Mary Ellen launched…
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Chester County Leadership: Amy Rice, Executive Director of Handi-Crafters
Publisher’s Note: This Chester County Leadership profile of Amy Rice was originally published in April 2015. Handi-Crafters runs one of the largest employment and disability…
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Investors Walk Away from Stonebridge Bank Deal
A group of Lancaster County investors has withdrawn its acquisition offer for West Chester-based Stonebridge Bank, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According…
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Suburban Real Estate Market Sizzles; Where Have Housing Prices in Chesco Increased the Most?
Following years of sluggishness, the real estate market in the Philadelphia suburbs is finally experiencing the recovery it needs, writes Caitlin McCabe for the Philadelphia…
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QVC Lost $1 Million to Director in Alleged Fraud Case
QVC, the West Chester-based home shopping network, recently disconnected one of its directors after an alleged shopping spree that racked up more than $1 million…
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Four Pro Riders to watch in Today’s Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic
Although there will be well over 150 top professional cyclists competing in the upcoming Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic, there are four key riders to watch…
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Stonebridge Bank’s Rescue Deal Bounces Again
For the second time this year, a deal to rescue Stonebridge Bank from bankruptcy has bounced. A group of Lancaster County-based investors have again withdrawn…
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West Chester’s Golden Valley Farms Behind New Pro-Rainforest Coffee
Through an elite commitment to preserving the Nicaraguan rainforest, West Chester’s Golden Valley Farms is roasting rare bird-friendly, fair-trade, and organic coffee that’s branded as…
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Coatesville Ready for a Resurgence Akin to West Chester’s, Phoenixville’s
A wrecking ball looms at the gateway to downtown Coatesville, but “the poorest city in the state’s richest county” is finally ready for a resurgence…
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Chester County Leadership: Bill Gallagher, Partner, MacElree Harvey
Bill Gallagher, the last founding partner of MacElree Harvey who is still involved with the firm, recently sat down with VISTA Today. He discussed his…
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West Chester Entrepreneur Reviving Horn & Hardart
He regrets stepping away from an opportunity to revive the legacy brand Horn & Hardart shortly after it went bankrupt in 1991, but now West…
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Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic Spins Up Next Saturday, August 12
Although the name has changed to the Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic, you can still count on the fun and excitement of past years. Thrill to…
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Church Farm School’s Annual Golf Fundraiser the Brainchild of Retiring Administrator
Thirty-four years ago, Neil Fanelli was working as an accounting manager for an insurance company when his good friend from West Chester Henderson High School,…
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Downingtown Resident, Villa Maria’s Soccer Coach Bikes Coast to Coast for Charity
Sometimes the best lessons are caught rather than taught, and Villa Maria Academy soccer coach Gary Christopher is setting an example for how to help…
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Sen. Toomey Talks Shop with Local Business Leaders During Visit to West Chester’s CTDI
Beyond debate over the “complicated” and “failing” healthcare system that is consuming much of the U.S. Senate’s time and attention these days, Sen. Pat Toomey…
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Neighborhood Health in West Chester Offers Assistance to Family Caregivers
For more than a century, Neighborhood Health has been a trusted member of the Chester County community, providing home health, hospice, and outreach services to…
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