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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State, Local Officials Get Firsthand Look at How YMCA Changes Lives, Improves Communities
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan hosted state and local officials Wednesday morning at the Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center in West Chester for…
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West Chester-Based Keystone Foods Close to Being Purchased by Tyson Foods
West Chester-based Keystone Foods, a U.S. supplier of chicken nuggets to McDonald’s, is on the verge of being acquired by Tyson Foods, according to a…
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Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic Needs Volunteers
Hundreds of volunteers are needed to make the Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic in West Chester happening next Saturday, August 11th, a success. If you would…
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QVC Experiences Culture Change After Former Exec Sentenced to Prison for Fraud
QVC has undergone a culture change since a former executive at the West Chester-based shopping network was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for…
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West Chester-Based Mason Becomes ‘Jelloman’ on Summer Music Festival Circuit
Paul Vile, a West Chester-based mason, was looking for a way to make extra money back in 2008 when he met a woman selling Jell-O…
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Two Wheels, Three Wheels, No Wheels: Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic Has Something for All
On Saturday, Aug. 11, West Chester will become a hotbed of family-focused fun and excitement with the 14th edition of the Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic.…
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Hundreds of Local Bike Riders Expected to Compete at Rothman Institute Amateur Trials
Cyclists who want to test their mettle will get the chance on Saturday, Aug. 11 on the campus of Rustin High School during the Rothman…
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Downingtown Couple Wins Free Wedding to Be Held on Veterans Day
Emily Beers and Tyler Thiel of Downingtown are the winners of the Veterans Day Wedding Giveaway sponsored by the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center…
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Former Henderson High Valedictorian the New U.S. Attorney for Pennsylvania’s Eastern District
West Chester resident William McSwain, a former defense attorney in Philadelphia, has been sworn in as the new U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of…
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For Some Lawyers in Chester County, Legal Profession a Family Affair
In Chester County, the legal profession seems to run in families, writes Bill Rettew for the Daily Local News. Stan Lieberman, 85, a lawyer for…
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Despite Being ‘Scammed’ in West Chester, Once-Homeless Chef Still Opens Restaurant
Despite finding themselves without a home in West Chester, Maria van Schaijik and Anthony Andiario still packed their stuff and headed from Phoenix to the…
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Twentieth Anniversary of Brandywine Valley HVAC Challenge For Cancer Bike Tour Set for Sunday
You won’t find a more civic-minded business in Chester County than Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning. Bill Ronayne created the business in 1993, and…
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Local Police Chief Welcomes Possibility of Using Radar to Enforce Speed Limits
For nearly six decades, Pennsylvania has limited the use of radar to enforce speed limits to state troopers, while banning municipal police officers from doing…
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West Chester Native Moves Closer to Winning $100,000 in Drag Queen Competition
Aquaria, a West Chester-born drag queen, has made it to the finale of this season’s RuPaul’s Drag Race on VH1, moving closer to winning the…
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West Chester-Based Contractor Builds Treehouse Classroom for Private School in Pittsburgh
A treehouse classroom, designed and built by West Chester’s Tree Top Builders, has opened at Shady Side Academy, a private school in western Pennsylvania, writes…
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West Chester Resident Wins Snow-Shoveling Case, Helps Others Do the Same
West Chester resident Jenny Steinen, a sixth-grade teacher and former lawyer, has successfully challenged a snow-shoveling ticket she received nearly six months ago, writes Michaelle…
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European Software Company That Serves Construction Industry to Open Office in West Chester
Allplan – a European software company that provides BIM (building information modeling) solutions for architects, civil engineers, and building contractors – is opening an office…
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West Chester Had Largest Population Growth in Pennsylvania in 2017
Pennsylvania had the most dramatic population increase last year in five years, with West Chester recording the largest population growth of any borough in the…
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