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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RE/MAX’s Michael Diggin on Chester County’s Housing Market: Homes Selling at Over 102 Percent of List Price
If ever there were a time to sell your home … Characterizing the current state of Chester County’s real estate market as simply a seller’s…
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West Chester Native Impresses in the Big Leagues, Prompting Calls for Larger Role with Houston Astros
West Chester native Chas McCormick has been impressive as a Major League Baseball player, despite his limited role with the Houston Astros, writes Chandler Rome…
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The College She Was Set to Attend Bestows Honorary Degree upon Rustin Grad Killed in Act of Road Rage
Four years ago, a week before she was scheduled to leave her West Chester home for orientation at Jacksonville University, 18-year-old Bianca Roberson was tragically…
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Great Valley Grad Beefs Up His Business with 11 New Franchise Locations
Nick Filet, the filet mignon sandwich chain, is expanding with 11 new franchise locations, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Great Valley High…
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All-American Wrestler from West Chester Earns Another Accolade for His Athletic, Academic Prowess
The Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC), which is comprised of 18 NCAA Division III colleges, has selected West Chester native Brett Kaliner of the Stevens Institute…
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Chester County Hospital’s 36th Annual Gala Goes Virtual; Tickets for the May 12 Event Still Available
The Chester County Hospital Gala at Longwood Gardens is an annual tradition at which friends of the hospital celebrate its mission and support community outreach…
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This Location in Chester County Boasts the Highest Rent in the Philadelphia Region
Chester County had some of the highest rents in the Philadelphia area in March, according to a new report by RENTCafé. RENTCafé compiled the report…
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Check Out Where Homes Are Selling the Fastest in Chester County
With many buyers looking for a home in Chester County and not enough available inventory, sales are red hot, writes Cynthia Henry for The Philadelphia…
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Originally Scraped from Tree Bark in a Cemetery, New Yeast Knocks ‘Em Dead at This Brewery in West Chester
Philly Sour, a new beer yeast found in a Philadelphia cemetery and isolated in the brewing sciences lab at the University of the Sciences, is…
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As Work of Auto Mechanics Becomes More High-Tech, the Future Is Now at This Dealership in West Chester
Auto mechanic work at Otto’s BMW in West Chester has become significantly more high-tech with the use of BMW’s TSARA, the Technical Support and Research…
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Chester County Commissioners’ Plea for More Vaccines Prompts Journalist’s Probe of Suburbs’ Undersupply
After watching a press conference hosted by the Chester County Commissioners, Philadelphia Inquirer journalist Maria Panaritis started to investigate the undersupply of vaccines in the…
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NPR: West Chester Native the Oft-Forgotten Architect of the Civil Rights Movement
Although his name is not easily recognized beyond Chester County, West Chester native Bayard Rustin is one of the Black visionaries who have shaped the…
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Nutrition Prof at WCU Honored for Exceptional Teaching for Dietetic Education
Jeanie Subach, an associate professor of nutrition at West Chester University, has been recognized by the Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors (NDEP) unit of…
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Raising Three Virtually Learning Children, Running a Law Firm Keep This West Chester Woman on Her Toes
It’s not only her three children that keep West Chester resident Julie Potts busy, but also her responsibilities at work, where she runs the law…
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Philadelphia Area, Including West Chester, Renowned for Producing the Long Arms of the NBA Law
Southeastern Pennsylvania has produced an unusually large number of NBA referees, and the fraternity includes West Chester University graduates Ed Rush, Mark Lindsay, and Aaron…
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Parents in West Chester Area, T/E School Districts Take These Steps to Advocate for Full-Time Return to Classroom
The debate about whether more schools should return to five-day-in-person instruction is causing a widening rift among parents in suburban communities, writes Maddie Hanna for…
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Some of the Region’s Best Chocolate Shops
If you are looking to surprise a chocolate lover in your life with a perfect gift or satisfy your own sweet tooth, Chester County has…
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West Chester’s Andiario One of Just 3 Restaurants Outside the City to Rank Among the 50 Best in Philadelphia
Andiario – the upscale restaurant on West Gay Street in West Chester that offers seasonal, New American cuisine – is one of just three restaurants…
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