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 Lamb McErlane Ranked Among Best Law Firms in Nation
Lamb McErlane PC has ranked nationally in one practice area and regionally in ten among the “Best Law Firms” in the 2023 Edition of U.S.…
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Chester County Begins Process of Acquiring Two Properties That Make Up Chester County History Center
Chester County has started the process of acquiring the buildings that make up Chester County History Center, formerly known as Chester County Historical Society, writes…
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Here’s Where to Get Your Cultural Fix in Chester County
Chester County is full of an abundant cultural community. From theaters to museums—there’s countless sites to visit to get a creative fix. Here are a…
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West Chester Man Pens New Biography on Philadelphia’s Only Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient
West Chester native Kevin Ferris has co-authored a new biography about Michael Crescenz, Philadelphia’s only Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient, writes Bibiana Correa for…
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West Chester’s IT Edge Works to Drive Foot Traffic to Local Businesses
West Chester is a walkable town. Many of the businesses stationed in West Chester are heavily reliant on foot traffic to keep their doors open.…
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West Chester Woman Remembers Her Uncle, a Naval Fighter Pilot, on Veteran’s Day
For Erica Reilly, a West Chester resident, Veteran’s Day is the time to remember and honor her uncle Mike Doyle, a naval fighter pilot who…
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Temple University President, West Chester Native Encourages Highschoolers to View World with Curiosity
Temple University president and West Chester native Jason Wingard visited Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School earlier this week, where he shared his experiences growing up…
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West Chester’s Gerry Mahoney Tilghman Remembered as Skating Prodigy and Ice Capades Star
Gerry Mahoney Tilghman, formerly of West Chester, a dynamic ice-skating prodigy and later a headliner for Ice Capades, died on Sept. 16 aged 88, writes…
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After Soft Quarterly Results, West Chester’s QVC’s Parent Company Works on Plan to Re-establish Revenue Growth
Qurate Retail, the owner of West Chester-based QVC, reported a $2.74 billion, or 13 percent, third-quarter revenue loss, in part due to the “weakened consumer…
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West Chester NFL Player Carl Nassib Pays Kindness Forward With New Volunteer App
Carl Nassib, a pro athlete from West Chester who came out last year as the first gay active football player, recently launched a new app…
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Lamb McErlane’s Joel L. Frank Reappointed Commissioner of PA State Athletic Commission
The Pennsylvania State Senate confirmed Lamb McErlane PC Chairman and Managing Partner Joel L. Frank for his third four-year term as a Commissioner on the State Athletic Commission. Governor Tom…
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Discussion with WWII Veterans, Rare WWII Exhibition to Be Held at West Chester University
As the nation prepares to celebrate its silent heroes, the grim realities of World War II will be explored in a conversation with World War…
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Chester County History Center Welcomes November With Plentiful Calendar of Events
The Chester County History Center has a plentiful calendar of events in November that are sure to inform, fascinate, and entertain participants: Oaklands Cemetery Walking Tour (walking…
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Upcoming TV Episode of ‘Pawn Stars’ Filmed in West Chester
An episode of the popular History Channel reality television program, Pawn Stars, was filmed at a West Chester location, according to a staff report from…
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Fight for Westtown’s Crebilly Farm Seems Headed Toward Conclusion
The fight to preserve Crebilly Farm in Westtown seems to be headed to a successful conclusion. While much of the 309 acres are going toward…
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Chester County Food Bank Receives $50,000 Donation from West Chester’s QVC
Chester County Food Bank has announced that QVC is the first corporate donor to rise to the challenge posed by Bentley Systems as part of…
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West Chester Astros Player Goes Against His Hometown Phillies in World Series
Astros outfielder Chas McCormick, a West Chester native who grew up a Phillies fan, has been facing his hometown team in the World Series, writes…
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West Chester Company Aims to Raise $4 Million for Mobility Invention
West Chester-based Exokinetics is seeking to raise $4 million in an attempt to upend the wheelchair and walker industry with its invention, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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