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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Three Chester County Companies Among Winners of Business Journal’s Inaugural Fire Awards
Three Chester County companies are among the winners of the inaugural Fire Awards presented by the Philadelphia Business Journal and PHL Inno, writes Lisa Dukart…
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New Affordable Housing in West Chester ‘Changing People’s Lives’
Excitement is in the air in West Chester as residents are moving into newly constructed affordable housing units at Pinckney Hill Commons, writes Bill Rettew…
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Venezuelean-Born Singer to Bring Down the House Again at Uptown! in September
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center is taking audiences on a global musical journey this September during a one-night only concert with Alex Moreno. Venezuelean-born Moreno…
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Chester County Leadership: Joseph Cafarchio, Executive Vice President, Meridian Bank
Joe Cafarchio, Executive Vice President at Meridian Bank, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up as the second oldest of eight children in East Syracuse,…
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Parent Company of West Chester-Based QVC Implementing Turnaround Plan Amid Declines in Revenue
West Chester-based Qurate Retail Group, owner of QVC and HSN, is implementing a turnaround plan amid significant declines in revenue that the video commerce giant…
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Sunflower Farms Are Guaranteed to Brighten Your Summer, and One of Most Beautiful Is in Chester County
Sunflower farms are ideal places to snap perfect family photos and enjoy a beautiful day while frolicking among the gorgeous flowers, writes Laura Swartz for…
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‘Beauty in the Simple Things:’ Photographer Who Spent Key Years in West Chester Influenced By Andrew Wyeth
For Kate Woodman, a storytelling photographer who lived in West Chester during her grad school years, nostalgia is often the main influence behind her images,…
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Local Tech Company Aids Emerging Restaurant Amidst COVID-19
In an already heavily saturated market, Newbolds Food & Libations opened their doors in 2020, during the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite opening during…
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West Chester Pilot with Passion for Animal Advocacy Boosts Devotion for Animal Air Rescues
West Chester airline pilot Erin Mariah Murphy has been flying planes since she was a teenager, but that is not her only passion, writes Matteo…
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Thirty Lamb McErlane Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Main Line Today Top Lawyers
Continuing the firm’s annual high rankings on the annual “Top Lawyers” list published by Main Line Today, thirty attorneys from Lamb McErlane PC have been recognized…
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Henderson High School Grad Earns Scholarship from Dunkin’ of Greater Philadelphia
Dunkin’ of Greater Philadelphia — in conjunction with Scholarship America (a Minn.-based philanthropic organization) — has poured $100,000 in academic scholarships to 20 students in…
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Legendary Philadelphia Sports Journalist Ray Didinger Coming to Uptown! in September
Avid listeners of sports radio in the region will not want to miss this intimate evening with legendary sports journalist Ray Didinger on Wednesday, Sept.…
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West Chester’s Verrica Pharmaceuticals Nets $8 Million Payment from Its Partner in Japan
West Chester-based Verrica Pharmaceuticals has received a trigger payment of $8 million from its product development partner in Japan after a provision from their licensing…
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West Chester-Based Tech Company Assists Underprivileged Communities in Chester County
Ensuring safe housing, food, and education are some of the most important things a community can offer. The Community, Youth and Women’s Alliance of Chester…
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Now That’s Awesome Sauce: West Chester Company Creates Condiments with Environment in Mind
“Saucetainability” at its finest has West Chester-based AWSM Sauce creating delicious sauces using patent-pending “powder-to-pour” technology that aims to reduce plastic waste, writes Donna Berry…
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West Chester’s Success in Implementing Single-Use Plastic Ban Prompts Other Towns in Area to Follow Suit
West Chester’s success in implementing a single-use plastic ban that went into effect on Jan. 1 is prompting other Philadelphia suburbs to follow suit, including…
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Chester County History Center’s Calendar Boasts Jam-Packed August
The Chester County History Center has a packed calendar of events in August that are sure to inform and fascinate participants: County Government Records in…
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West Chester Pet Rescue to Welcome Beagles Liberated from Virginia Breeding, Research Facility
Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester is the first in the region to step up and help some of the thousands of beagles that were…
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