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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2021 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Elizabeth Hopkins
Conestoga High School graduate Elizabeth Hopkins is the Assistant Chief Fire Marshal with the County of Chester and owner of Honeymoon Farm in Oxford. Hopkins,…
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Update: Here Are the Chester County ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Has Spread the Most in the Last Week
The number of COVID-19 cases throughout the country continues to climb, and here in Chester County, some areas have experienced those infection increases more than…
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Having Once Served a Niche Population, Pair of Private Online Schools Based in Chester County Sees Enrollment Surge
A pair of private online schools based in Chester County that used to primarily serve a niche population has seen enrollment surge during the pandemic,…
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2021 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Rebecca Davidson
Rebecca Davidson, who grew up in East Goshen Township and graduated from West Chester East High School, is a Developer at Citadel Credit Union. Davidson,…
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Local Teen Sensation Getting Offers from Producers, Recording Companies
Wallis Schriver is receiving offers from producers, managers, and recording companies after her hit song “Lonely Christmas” went viral, writes Ellen Gray for The Philadelphia…
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Friends Association’s Eviction-Protection Program Helps Struggling Families Facing Homelessness
Friends Association is helping struggling families keep their homes during the pandemic, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The West Chester-based nonprofit began its…
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Virtual Readings of ‘The Night Before Christmas’ by WCU Alumni Send Ho-Ho Happiness to Children Needing Holiday Magic
When the Grinch of COVID-19 stole its annual Evening with Santa series, West Chester University’s Office of Alumni Relations wished upon a purple-and-gold star and…
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Interactive Sculpture from Chadds Ford-Based Artist to Be Installed in Downtown West Chester
A large sculpture by Chadds Ford-based artist Lisa Fedon will be installed in the plaza area of 44 West in West Chester, writes Bill Rettew…
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Brandywine Valley SPCA Looking for Families to Welcome Most Overlooked Dogs During Holidays
The Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester is holding its third annual Holiday Sleepovers, and this year, the event is focusing on the most overlooked…
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West Chester Teen Sets Up Walkthrough Christmas Display to Help Animals in Need
Gavin Snyder, a sophomore at Rustin High School, has set up a Christmas oasis filled with lights, decorations, and inflatables – all to help animals…
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West Chester-Based Student’s Christmas Song That Perfectly Fits 2020’s Holiday Mood Goes Viral
Wallis Schriver, 15, a student at the West Chester-based Center for Performing and Fine Arts, a program for students enrolled in the Pennsylvania Leadership Charter…
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Check Out Which ZIP Codes in Chester County Have the Highest Incidence Rates of COVID-19
Cases of COVID-19 continue to increase rapidly across the state, with some areas in Chester County also starting to feel the effects, writes Sean Adams…
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Uptown! to Host Extravagant New Year’s Eve Livestream to Celebrate Fifth Anniversary
New Year’s Eve will be here before we know it, and one thing is for sure: Revelers are ready to bid farewell to 2020 and…
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West Chester Native Goes from Undrafted NFL Rookie to Breakout Performer in a Matter of Months
It’s rare for an undrafted rookie to actually make an NFL roster. It’s even rarer for him to crack the starting lineup in his first…
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West Chester’s Griswold House Ready to Spread Holiday Cheer in Year of Disruption, Change
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, local families are once again heading to West Chester’s Griswold House for some holiday cheer, writes Jaclyn Lee for…
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Hoagies Are a Regional Staple, and No One Makes Them Better – or Bigger – Than This West Chester Shop
Hoagies are a regional staple, and no one makes them better – or bigger – than Lorenzo’s Steaks and Hoagies in West Chester, writes Jason…
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Where to Get the Best Thanksgiving Pies From Chester County Top Bakers
By Christine Tarlecki We all say Thanksgiving is about the turkey…but really, it’s all about the desserts. These are just a few of our favorite…
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West Chester Brothers Turn Pandemic Project into World-Record Feat
What started as a pandemic project for a pair of West Chester brothers ended up breaking the world record for the farthest long snap in…
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