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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Three Cheers for Beer: Iron Hill Takes Home the Gold at World Beer Cup
Iron Hill Brewery, with locations in West Chester, Exton, Phoenixville, and around the region, has taken home two gold medals at this year’s World Beer…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation To Host Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit May 9
On May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will present its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit will be held at the…
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West Chester’s William Everhart Became a Local Legend After Shipwreck
William Everhart was already a successful businessman when he stepped on a packet ship in New York and headed for England on April 1, 1822,…
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QVC Summit Sees Bradley Cooper Handing Out Philadelphia Cheesesteaks in Las Vegas
The West Coast got a taste of the East Coast last week at QVC’s Age of Possibility summit in Las Vegas. Angelo’s Pizzeria owner Danny…
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Delaware County Leadership: Steve Rickel, CEO, MyOfficeOps
Steve Rickel, CEO of MyOfficeOps, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in a small farm town in Indiana. He was the only boy in…
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Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability to be Presented to Renowned Cardiologist, Dr. Mian A. Jan
The Dinniman Together Fund at West Chester University has established the Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability in honor of the…
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Residents Gather in Force to Oppose Housing Development at West Chester Growers Market Lot
Residents gathered in force at the West Chester Borough Council meeting to oppose the development of affordable housing on the West Chester Growers Market lot,…
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West Chester University’s Wells School of Music Presents the 7th Annual Concert on the Quad on Apr. 25
West Chester University’s Symphony Orchestra (WCUSO) and the Latin Jazz and Steel Drum ensembles from West Chester University’s Wells School of Music will perform free…
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West Chester University Explores Environmental Heritage: ‘A Botanical Blueprint’ Exhibition Now on Display at Francis Harvey Green Library
A fitting exhibition for the month in which we celebrate Earth Day (Apr. 22), “A Botanical Blueprint: Sustainable Roots & Environmentalism at West Chester University”…
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Wells School of Music To Host the West Chester University Pre-Collegiate Piano Competition’s Winner’s Recital on Apr. 21
For 34 years, the West Chester University Annual Pre-Collegiate Piano Competition, established and chaired by WCU Assistant Professor of Organ and Harpsichord Anita Greenlee, has offered…
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West Chester Native, NFL Linebacker Talks Coming Out as First Gay Active Football Player
Carl Nassib, a West Chester native, has been known as the first out gay active NFL player, writes Donald Padgett for AOL. Nassib spoke about…
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New Map Showcases Philadelphia Region’s Rich Computer History
The Compuseum, a nonprofit focused on computer history and education, is working on a map that will showcase the Philadelphia region’s impressively rich computer history,…
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West Chester University Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month in April
From sensory-friendly classes in yoga and Zumba® to a silent disco with headphones to a sensory-friendly planetarium show and everything in between, Autism Acceptance Month…
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New West Chester Restaurant Opens, with Rooftop Section Coming Soon
Ryan and Lisa Diehl, founders of Hatfield brewery Imprint Beer, debuted Serum Kitchen and Taphouse in downtown West Chester last month, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Culinary Arts Students at Delaware County Community College Win People’s Choice Award at Dessert Competition
Life is sweet for Culinary Arts students at Delaware County Community College. Marian Haller of Pottstown, Lucas Jenkins-Michl of West Chester, and Alan Pickering of…
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West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino Will Be Honored in a Campus-Wide ‘This is Your WCU’ Legacy Celebration
Question: When a beloved university president prepares to retire following 41 years of dedicated service to a single institution, what happens? Answer: A university gathers…
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First Resource Bank CEO and Co-Founder Glenn Marshall Passes Torch to Lauren Ranalli
First Resource Bank’s Co-Founder and CEO Glenn Marshall formally passed his leadership torch to Lauren Ranalli on Mar. 31. Ranalli is now the President, Co-Founder,…
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Area Man, Former Eagles Owner Among World’s Auto Industry Giants
According to Forbes 2023 ranking of the richest people in the world, seventy-three of 2,640 billionaires are in the automotive industry, including West Chester native…
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