Chester County
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West Chester University Students Turn Move-Out Into a Force for Good with Campuswide Donation Drive
Beginning this week, Goodwill donation bins at West Chester University campus locations will be available for students to recycle usable things they don’t plan to take with them when they move from their residence halls and apartments. The University’s last day of classes is Monday, May 4. Thanks to a successful pilot in the fall…
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A Canvas of Community at Chester County’s Art Galleries
Chester County is home to hundreds of artists whose passion for creativity has produced work across all mediums, from acrylic paint and watercolors to sculptures and furniture masterpieces. Despite all the talent, it can be hard to get recognition. Some creators have their own personal studios, but there are also numerous art galleries to submit…
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Chicken Salad Chain Spreads Its Wings With Locations Coming to Chester County
Southern fast-casual chain Chicken Salad Chick is set to enter the Philadelphia market with six locations across Chester and Montgomery counties, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Amanda Furiato and her fiancé Ryan Metz began exploring franchising opportunities in the region around a year ago and found that chicken salad was one of the few concepts that was not already oversaturated locally.…
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Chester County’s United Sports and YSC Sports Sold to Out-of-State Youth Sports Operator
United Sports Training Center in Downingtown and YSC Sports in Wayne have a new owner in Indiana-based Capacity Sports Group, which operates youth sports programs and manages sports venues, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Both transactions while separate, were completed on April 13, and financial terms were not disclosed. Opened in 1999 and expanded in 2008, United Sports has become one…
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Arc of Chester County Hosts Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day May 17
The Arc of Chester County announces its 23rd Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day, happening this year on Sunday, May 17, from 11 AM to 2 PM at West Goshen Community Park. This is the Arc’s largest fundraiser for 2026. This beloved community event brings together families, friends, and supporters for a day of fun…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Steps Up for Parkinson’s Awareness
Freedom Village at Brandywine proudly participated in the nationwide Pump It for Parkinson’s event this month, joining senior living communities across the country to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease and the benefits of physical activity. Hosted by the National Institute for Fitness and Sports (NIFS), the annual event – now in its fourth year – encourages…
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Two DCCC Students Named 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Semifinalists
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation shares that Delaware County Community College students Paulina Jaus of Media and Fatumata Kaba of Folcroft are among the semifinalists for its highly competitive Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. The Foundation named 485 semifinalists for the scholarship, which supports the nation’s top community college students with financial need seeking to complete a bachelor’s degree at four-year…
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Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art & Design Sign Transfer Agreement
Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art & Design have signed a new articulation agreement that will allow DCCC students to transfer seamlessly to Moore to complete their bachelor’s degrees. Under the agreement, students who earn an Associate in Fine Arts (AFA) degree in Art–Studio at DCCC will be eligible to transfer into…
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Five Chester County Companies Rank on Inc.’s Regional Fastest-Growing List
Five Chester County companies have earned spots on Inc. Magazine’s 2026 regional lists of fastest-growing companies, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Rankings in the Inc. Regionals are based on revenue growth between 2022 and 2024. To qualify, companies need to be privately owned and have achieved at least $100,000 in revenue in 2022 and $1…
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New Ranking Lists Chester County Public High Schools Among Best in State
Chester County public high schools were recently listed among the top 100 in Pennsylvania in a new ranking from U.S. News & World Report. Factors determining school ranking included college readiness, college curriculum, state assessment proficiency and performance, and graduation rate. Schools were given a score out of 100 after calculations. The highest ranking school is…
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Outdoor Dining Reopens in Chester County for the Spring Season
As spring arrives and the weather continues to warm, Chester County restaurants are reopening outdoor dining for the perfect al fresco meal, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Here are three local spots where you can find delicious cuisine and enjoy the fresh air this spring and summer. Mas Mexicali Cantina—West Chester. A West…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Residents Raise $4,330 From ‘Guys and Dolls SR’
Residents at Freedom Village at Brandywine took center stage on March 6 and 7, premiering their sixth resident-produced musical, Guys and Dolls SR, and raising $4,330 to support employee scholarships and community outreach efforts. Directed and produced by Freedom Village residents Fran and Maggie Doyle, the performances featured resident cast members, many of whom had little to no prior stage experience before auditioning.…
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Four Chester County Towns Rank in Niche’s Best Places to Live
Four Chester County towns have found their spot among the top 200 places to live in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Niche recently released its latest annual rankings, based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the FBI, the Department of Education, the IRS, and other sources. To determine the rankings, the company focused on metrics such…
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Locally-Set ‘Task’ TV Show Adds Mahershala Ali to Actor List as Rival to Mark Ruffalo’s Character
With the confirmation of season two of the regional TV show Task, created by Berwyn resident Brad Ingelsby, a new actor has been added to the cast: Mahershala Ali, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to sources at Deadline, the Oscar-winning performer is set to appear as rival to Mark Ruffalo’s character, FBI…
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First Resource Bank Leader Recognized for Community-Focused Leadership
First Resource Bank is celebrating one of its own following recent recognition, highlighting the impact of strong, people-centered leadership in community banking. Jennifer MacMullen, a member of the bank’s leadership team, was recently recognized in the Philadelphia Business Journal for her commitment to serving customers and strengthening local communities. The acknowledgement underscores her dedication to…
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Freedom Village Players Present Shows at Their Own Pace and Audiences Love It
The lure of the stage. “You know, once you start, it’s in your blood,” says Maggie Doyle with the Freedom Village Players. That lure lasts even into old age. Fran and Maggie Doyle produce and direct shows at Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior lifecare community in Chester County. They founded the Players eight…
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Chester County Farmers Markets Offer Homegrown Groceries All Year Long
Offering farm-fresh groceries alongside other handmade items, Chester County farmers markets are a community staple all year long, write Claire Chmiel, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are four local farmers markets where you can find fresh grocery items this spring. Berwyn Farmers Market—Berwyn. One of Chester County’s newer markets,…
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Former Chester County CEO Says Decision to Let Staff Use Sports Betting Sites Led to His Exit
David Byerman, Chester County’s former CEO, said his removal last week resulted from an administrative decision he made more than a year ago to let county staff use sports betting and fantasy sports websites, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After a little more than a year as the county’s chief administrative official, Byerman…
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