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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Friends Association Joins the SAFE Housing Network
NIA House, a housing program run by the Friends Association, is proud to be recognized as a member of the SAFE Housing Network. SAFE Housing…
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West Chester University Grad Headed to Israel to Play Professional Soccer
Maggie Lena, who earned a master’s in Public Health at West Chester University, has signed on to play professional soccer in Israel, writes Grace Adams…
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Founder Created a Now International West Chester Chemical Company with Just $400
When he founded West Chester-based chemical distribution company Chemtech International with just $400, Kaushik “Kosh” Daphtary had the vision of selling his products to companies…
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MacElree Harvey Partner Elected President of Chester County Bar Association
Brian Nagle, Partner and Chair of MacElree Harvey’s Land Use Department, was recently elected President of the Chester County Bar Association for 2023. As a…
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Marketing Mastery with IT Edge: How Analytics Reporting Can Serve Your Business
In today’s day and age, the internet can be a businesses’ best friend, or their worst enemy. This all depends on where your business stands…
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Reading Area Community College, WCU Agree to Dual Admission
As part of a first-time partnership, Reading Area Community College (RACC) and West Chester University (WCU) came together to sign a degree completion agreement that…
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West Chester Artist Helps Businesses Show Off Team Pride with Eagles Paintings
West Chester artist Stefanie Heron Birl, of Birl Girl Designs, is helping people and businesses show off their Eagles pride by decking their homes and…
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West Chester-Raised Educator Wants to Make Gifted Programs More Accessible
West Chester-raised educator Anthony Vargas is being recognized for education leadership in his district’s gifted and talented program, writes Elizabeth Huebeck for Education Week. As…
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WCU Welcomes Executive Director of Philadelphia’s Lest We Forget Museum of Slavery
On Monday, Feb. 13, at 3:30 PM, Gwen Ragsdale will present a free lecture in person and virtually in West Chester University’s Philips Autograph Library, located…
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Two Chester County Hospitals Among Best Hospitals in America
Two Chester County hospitals found their place among 2023 America’s best hospitals, according to Healthgrades. To determine the ranking for America’s 250 Best Hospitals, Healthgrades…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Tudor Manor in West Chester Will Leave You Wanting for Nothing
An exquisite Tudor manor home with six bedrooms and eight full and three half bathrooms is available for sale in West Chester. Perfectly nestled on…
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Second-year Student Named Miss West Chester University 2023
West Chester University (WCU) student Madelyn Rowan was crowned Miss West Chester University 2023 during the 24th live competition held on Saturday, Feb. 4. Rowan…
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FarmerJawn Founder Leases Westtown School Land for Organic Farming, Incubator
Urban agriculture is cropping up in the Philadelphia region. Currently, there are 400 active community farms and gardens in Philly, writes Laura Bryzyski for Philly…
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These Chester County Businesses Have Your Super Bowl Party Catering Covered
As the region readies for Super Bowl weekend, many parties are to be had in Chester County. If you want to turn your gathering up…
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Chester County Hospital Introduces New NICU Treatment Program
Chester County Hospital’s (CCH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) has introduced therapeutic hypothermia treatment, which is a treatment program for infants born with concerns for…
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How a WCU Grad Played a Key Role for ‘the Other Team’ in Sunday’s Super Bowl
The 2023 Super Bowl will be another nail-biter as two of today’s best quarterbacks (QB) in the NFL — Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts and…
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Two West Chester Shops Join Forces to Offer Unique Eagles Apparel Ahead of Super Bowl
Two West Chester shops have joined forces ahead of the Super Bowl to offer unique Eagles apparel to support the team, writes Dawn Timmeney for…
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See Which Popular Movies Were Filmed in Chester County
Pennsylvania has been featured in numerous popular movies over the decades, and some of them may even include very familiar spots as they were partly…
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