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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Chester County Home to One of 349 Schools in America to Win National Blue Ribbon
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School in West Chester and Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic School in Media are among this year’s recipients of the prestigious…
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Bassist from West Chester a Key Member of Heavy Metal Band on Cusp of Stardom
Before West Chester native Alex Kulick joined Horrendous, the heavy metal band based in Philadelphia had been playing without a bassist for years, writes Ryan…
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QVC Partners with Chester County Food Bank to Increase Access to Fresh, Organic Food
For years, QVC has been a key partner to the Chester County Food Bank, helping the nonprofit fulfill its mission to mobilize the community to…
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West Chester Designer, Mother of Four Makes Her Mark at New York Fashion Week
West Chester resident Deborah Mack, the visionary behind DAM Fashions, wowed audiences with her women’s clothing line at New York Fashion Week earlier this month,…
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British Tabloid Profiles Psychic Twins from West Chester Who Predict a Baby for Prince Harry
Identical twins Linda and Terry Jamison – West Chester natives who graduated from Henderson High School – are renowned as the Psychic Twins. They claim…
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QVC Files Amended Civil Complaint Against Former Marketing Director
James Falkowski, the former marketing director for QVC, may face additional allegations after already being convicted for embezzling $1 million from the company, writes Sam…
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Painting Found at Flea Market Leads Man to Discover Once-Unknown Artist from West Chester
A painting of a local bridge purchased at a flea market by Tom Hughes led to him uncovering the remarkable story of Horace Pippin, the…
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New Passion Keeps Retired Teacher from West Chester as Busy as a Bluebird
West Chester resident Ken Leister has built around 1,000 bluebird boxes over the last decade, including some for the Willistown Conservation Trust, writes Blake Goll…
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West Chester Native, Malvern Prep Grad Shines on HBO’s Hard Knocks
West Chester native Carl Nassib starred in the 13th season of Hard Knocks, HBO’s Emmy-winning sports series, as the show took an inside look at…
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Villanova Basketball Team Has a Good Luck Charm in 12-Year-Old from West Chester
The Villanova basketball team has won two national championships in the last three years with teamwork, clutch shooting, and a stout defense. In addition to…
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Unique Adventure Park in West Chester Takes Treehouse Fun to the Extreme
Treehouse World, the unique adventure park located just off Phoenixville Pike in West Chester, is taking treehouse fun to the max, writes Jan Carabeo for…
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Parishioners at St. Agnes Hit the Streets of West Chester to Honor Blessed Virgin Mary
Parishioners at St. Agnes in West Chester recently honored the Blessed Virgin Mary by praising her assumption into heaven throughout the borough’s streets, writes Dan…
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AncestryDNA Helps Long Island Man Connect with His Half-Siblings in Chester County
After giving up hope that he would ever find his birth family, Stanley Borushik – a resident of Planview, N.Y. – tracked down his half-siblings…
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Food Critic Calls New Restaurant West Chester’s Most Sophisticated Since Closure of Gilmore’s
The latest addition to West Chester’s dining scene, Andiario, is one of the suburbs’ best new restaurants and the borough’s most sophisticated since the closure…
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Meridian Bank’s Art Trust Gallery Exhibits Trio of Mixed-Media Artists
The Art Trust Gallery at Meridian Bank is hosting “Mixed,” an exhibit featuring three mixed-media artists: Reading native Sharon Bartmann, West Chester University graduate Jennifer…
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Rain Doesn’t Dampen Spirit of Thousands of Spectators at Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic
Intermittent heavy downpours didn’t dampen the numbers or the enthusiasm of the thousands of spectators who lined the streets of downtown West Chester to watch…
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East Chestnut CrossFit Launches in Downtown West Chester at Oscar Lasko YMCA
It’s one of today’s most popular workouts and it’s coming to downtown West Chester. East Chestnut CrossFit – which will be located in the Oscar…
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Chester County Briefly: August 16
United Way of Chester County The nonprofit will host its Campaign Kickoff & Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 5 from 11:30 AM-1 PM at Penn…
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