West Chester
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Is Bigfoot in West Chester’s Everhart Park?
An elusive legend, Bigfoot — otherwise known as the Sasquatch — has been spotted all around North America over the decades. Now, there are claims that the creature has been seen in West Chester’s very own Everhart Park, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. While it may be an ongoing giggle since Chester…
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Jay Pharoah – Star Comedian of Saturday Night Live – to Perform at West Chester University
Jay Pharoah, the star comedian made famous by NBC’s Saturday Night Live, will take the stage at West Chester University for one performance only on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 8 PM. Tickets are on sale to the public here or 610.436.2266. The performance will take place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in Philips Memorial Building…
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West Chester University Honored as 2023 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School
West Chester University was among the four universities honored at the 2023 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools ceremony at the U.S. Department of Education in Washington, D.C. WCU was recognized for its innovative efforts to reduce environmental impact and costs, promote better health, and ensure effective sustainability and environmental education. Representatives received sustainably crafted plaques…
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West Chester-Based QVC Releases Size-Inclusive Apparel
West Chester-based QVC is launching a size-inclusive apparel collection, that also meets the needs for wheelchair users, writes Greg Sleter for StoreBrands. The collection, which is part of the company’s private label Denim & Co. includes apparel ranging in sizes from extra small to 3X. Customers can choose from a suede jacket, cardigan knit…
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West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino Set to Retire
West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino, Ph.D., who leads the largest university within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, has announced to the West Chester University community that he will retire in the summer of 2024. Having led the institution as its 15th president for more than six years and having served the university now for…
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SCORE Award Winner: Body For Me Mini Spa
Each year SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties recognizes owners and entrepreneurs that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation, and achievement in support of the local economy and small business community. Congratulations to the five 2023 Small Business Achievement Award winners honored on June 1 at a celebratory luncheon at the Penn Oaks Golf Club. Learn how they were…
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1940s West Chester Actor Once Left Lasting Impression on Local Family
A celebrity encounter with actor Claude Rains, who once lived in West Chester, left a lasting mark on a man whose family owned a small inn in the Pocono Mountains in the 1950s and early 1960s, writes John Kelly for The Washington Post. Watson Bullock first met the popular actor when he arrived at the…
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A Tolkien Tribute: A Unique Hobbit House in West Chester
In the heart of Pennsylvania, a unique ‘Hobbit House’ stands as a testament to the enduring allure of J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy world. Conceived by architect Peter Archer a partner at Archer & Buchanan Architecture, a West Chester-based commercial and residential architectural firm, and a Chester County couple, this dwelling is more than a home—it’s a…
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QVC Down to 1 Outlet in Pennsylvania: Chester County
There will only be one remaining QVC outlet left in the Keystone state, as the Lancaster location plans to shutter its doors in the near future. The outlet in The Shops at Rockvale will continue to operate under normal hours, according to ABC27. “Customers can continue to shop great values with our As-Is merchandise…
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Free Concert at West Chester University Features Alumni Jazz Ensemble
Alumni of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, the premiere jazz ensemble group out of West Chester University’s Wells School of Music, will take the stage for a free concert on Thursday, July 20, at 7 PM, in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building at 700 S. High Street, West Chester. The concert to…
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West Chester University Alum Competes for Love on ‘The Bachelorette’
West Chester University alum Joey Graziadei is looking for love and taking home roses on the widely popular reality TV series The Bachelorette, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. The new season premiered on ABC earlier this week, and 28-year-old tennis pro Joey Graziadei has already stolen the hearts of viewers. He’s among 25 contestants fighting…
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West Chester’s BMW, Mini Dealership Purchased by Piazza Auto Group
An auto group in West Chester is dominating Wilmington Pike. Piazza Auto Group recently paid $30.7 million for the BMW of West Chester and Mini of West Chester. The 6.8-acre property, located near Penn Oaks Golf Club, originally opened in 1968, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Piazza purchased Mercedes-Benz of West…
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West Chester Listed as One of Best College Towns in Pennsylvania
West Chester, home of West Chester University, is one of the best college towns in Pennsylvania, according to a new list recently released by World Atlas. This thriving town of around 18,000 residents has one of the best main streets in the state, where historic buildings play host to a range of restaurants, boutiques, galleries,…
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Chester County Home to One of Pennsylvania’s Best Tubing Spots
If you are looking for a nice place to enjoy a relaxing float down the water with family or friends, there is the perfect spot for tubing right here in Chester County, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Northbrook Canoe Company in West Chester offers you a chance to fully take advantage of the lazy…
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West Chester University Welcomes New Leaders Across Campus Departments
West Chester University is welcoming new leaders to departments across campus. With 11 years of experience at WCU, Cheryl Neale-McFall was recently appointed the new associate provost for research and creative activities for the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, a position she has served in an interim capacity since August 2022. In Neale-McFall’s tenure as interim…
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This West Chester Gelato Shop is One of the Best in the Region
D’Acenzo’s Gelato Shop in West Chester has been recognized by as one of the best in the region. The origin story of D’Ascenzo’s Gelato Shop begins in the sky. The two owners, Glen and Kristin D’Ascenzo met while working as flight attendants, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A trip to Rome then inspired…
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The Brandywine River is Home to One of Pennsylvania’s Best Tubing Spots
If you are looking for a nice place to enjoy a relaxing float down the water with family or friends, there is the perfect spot for tubing right here in Chester County, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Northbrook Canoe Company in West Chester offers you a chance to fully take advantage of the lazy…
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Local Breweries Adapt to Bubbling Popularity of Canned Cocktails
The number of craft breweries skyrocketed in the Keystone State since 2011, but now Pennsylvania’s beloved breweries are facing fierce competition. Canned cocktails are on the rise, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. These ready-to-drink products are proving to be difficult for breweries’ distribution arms. But of all the 531 breweries…
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