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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AAA World Magazine Highlights West Chester as Great Destination for Weekend Getaway
West Chester’s national profile continues to grow. After earning accolades like “Great American Main Street” and “Best Place to Live,” the borough was recently highlighted…
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Media Conglomerate That Includes QVC Rebrands, Moves Leadership to West Chester
Liberty Interactive, a media conglomerate that includes QVC and Zulily, is changing its name to Qurate Retail Group and moving its leadership base to West…
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Role of Computer Forensics Expands as Chester County D.A.’s Office Fights Crime
Because just about everyone carries a mobile phone these days, the ability to extract data from electronic devices has become a critical crime-fighting tool for…
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Plan for Mosteller Building Site in West Chester Approved
West Chester Borough Council has approved builder Eli Kahn’s Plaza Plan for the Mosteller Building site at Gay and Church streets, writes Bill Rettew in…
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QVC Withstanding Amazon’s Retail Offensive
QVC, the West Chester-based shopping giant, is one of the few companies withstanding Amazon’s retail offensive, writes Gerry Smith for Bloomberg. Amazon has invaded QVC’s…
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Forbes Names West Chester’s Patti Brennan to Its List of Best-In-State Financial Advisors
West Chester-based financial advisor Patti Brennan ranks among the Top 10 Best-In-State advisors in Pennsylvania, writes Kristin Stoller for Forbes magazine. Brennan, 57, a graduate…
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Looking Back on Valiant Efforts to Save the Warner Theater in West Chester
Valiant efforts to preserve the Warner Theater, which once stood at the site of Hotel Warner in West Chester, ultimately fell short, writes Malcolm Johnstone…
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Historic Preservation Awards Recognize Efforts to Preserve West Chester’s Character
West Chester is known nationally for its efforts to preserve its historic fabric, and the people who work to achieve that goal are recognized by…
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Chester County Briefly: February 14
MacElree Harvey Stephen M. Porter has joined MacElree Harvey’s West Chester office as an associate in the Estate Planning Department. Porter will work closely with…
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Bishop Shanahan Wins Chester County STEM Competition, Advances to State Level
Local high school students skilled in science, technology, engineering, and math recently competed in a regional STEM competition at the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Participating…
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West Chester-Based ANRO Finds Success in Short-Run Digital Printing Technology
West Chester-based ANRO is finding success by taking advantage of the ongoing improvements in short-run digital printing technology, writes Patrick Henry for Printing Impressions. Success…
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New Fine Wine & Good Spirits Store Opens in West Chester
A new Fine Wine & Good Spirits store has opened in the Marketplace at Westtown Shopping Center on West Chester Pike. The 4,700-square-foot store operated…
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Chester County Residents Have Direct Bus Connection to New York City
Chester County residents now have a direct bus connection from West Chester and Malvern to the Big Apple, writes Bill Rettew Jr. for the Daily…
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Chester County Briefly: February 9
Frank Byrd III Byrd, a West Chester resident and senior at Devon Prep, has been named one of more than 4,500 candidates in the 2018…
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Owners of Brandywine Branch Distillers in Elverson Swapped Auto Parts for Gin, Bourbon
Brothers Scott and Don Avellino, owners of Brandywine Branch Distillers in Elverson, transitioned from the world of auto parts to gin and bourbon, writes Michael…
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New Funding for Volunteer English Program Aids Literacy Outreach in Coatesville
Since 1986, the nonprofit Volunteer English Program has connected volunteers in Chester County with immigrants and refugees for free, one-to-one tutoring to empower these individuals…
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Is Railroad from West Chester to Philadelphia a Possibility?
There will be no new railroad running from downtown West Chester to 30th Street Station in Philadelphia until the necessary funding can be secured, writes…
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Father, Son Embark on Culinary Adventure with New Restaurant in West Chester
Miss Winnie’s, one of West Chester’s newest eateries, carries the name of the woman who inspired the father-and-son ownership team, writes Brian McCullough for the…
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