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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The Greater West Chester Chamber Participates in Annual Chamber Day
With the state budget deadline quickly approaching and the General Election right around the corner, more than 100 state and local chamber representatives from across…
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Fractured Prune Doughnut Shop Opens in Bradford Plaza Outside West Chester
Fractured Prune, the made-to-order doughnut chain and franchise, officially opened its doors in Bradford Plaza outside West Chester on June 5, writes Michael Klein for…
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Bayard Rustin: West Chester’s Civil Rights Movement Activist Who Advocated for LGBTQ Rights
After years as an invaluable part of the Civil Rights Movement, West Chester native Bayard Rustin turned his energy to fighting for LGBTQ rights, writes…
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Two Local Women Drawn Together by Same Disorder Are the Driving Force Behind Fundraiser
Two Chester County women drawn together by the same disorder are the force behind the Race to Beat POTS 5K that takes place annually in…
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Life of Bianca Roberson Commemorated with Memorial at Rustin High School
The life of Bianca Roberson, the Rustin High School graduate who was murdered in a road-rage incident last year in West Chester, has been commemorated…
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Hundreds of Volunteers Needed for Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic on Aug. 11
In a little more than two months, 250 volunteers will be needed to support the Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic that takes place on Aug. 11…
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Elwyn Grad Honored by West Chester’s Acero Precision for His Three Decades with the Company
Ken Goldsborough, a building maintenance technician at West Chester’s Acero Precision, has been honored for his three decades with the company, writes Bill Rettew for…
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Renovated F&M Building in West Chester Set to Reopen
The Farmers and Mechanics Trust Co. building, at Market and High streets in the heart of West Chester, is ready to reopen after a one-year…
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Music Prodigy from Malvern the Only Pennsylvanian Named a Presidential Scholar in the Arts
Malvern resident William McGregor, an 18-year-old music prodigy, was recently named one of 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts from more than 5,000 candidates,…
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Handmade Earrings from Enterprising Sisters Fly Off the Shelves at Local Toy Store
A local teenager and her younger sister have expanded the sale of their handmade earrings from their Loopholes Boutique on Etsy to MonkeyFish Toys, an…
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Record Store’s Closing Marks the End of an Era in West Chester
After more than four decades of providing music to West Chester, the Mad Platter will close its doors this summer, writes Malcolm Johnstone for the…
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Digital First Media’s Suburban Philadelphia Newspapers Face Uncertain Future
Digital First Media’s suburban Philadelphia newspapers, which include the Daily Local News and Delaware County Daily Times, are staring at an uncertain future, writes Bob…
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Young Entrepreneurs from Devon Prep Lauded for Business Idea, Advance to National Competition
Phoenixville resident Ryan Klauder and West Chester resident Christopher Muth, both students at Devon Prep, were lauded at the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) Philadelphia Investor…
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Greater West Chester Sunrise Rotary Helps Rebuild Food Bank Garden at Barclay Friends
What makes a garden grow? Soil, seeds, and sun – of course – but also hands … helping hands. Members of the Greater West Chester…
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Forecast from West Chester’s Rockport Analytics Shows Why Cities Clamor to Host Final Four
West Chester’s Rockport Analytics is forecasting a windfall of $168 million for the Twin Cities from 94,000 visitors to Minneapolis and St. Paul during next…
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As Residence Fraud Plagues Local School Districts, Here’s What Officials Are Doing to Stop It
School districts in the Philadelphia region are using private investigators to identify students who do not live within their borders, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for WHYY.…
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West Chester Teen Takes Stand on Gun Control After Losing Friend in Parkland School Shooting
West Chester resident Taylor Turner, 17, has become a staunch advocate of gun control after losing a friend in the shooting at her former high…
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Chester County Is Fertile Ground for Whole Foods Forager Searching for Local Products
Kavita Patel, the senior director of local programs and strategic partnerships at Whole Foods, searches for locally sourced products in Chester County for the company’s…
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