Thursday, February 6th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has added five new members with diverse expertise to its Board of Directors to help advance the organization's mission. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ West Chester Dance Works will showcase 'Rachel Harris: One Woman Over the Line,' a dance production celebrating the journey of Rachel Harris, a Black businesswoman who escaped slavery, on February 7 and 9 at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center. VISTA Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ MyOfficeOps reported a 35 percent increase in revenue last year, expanded service offerings, increased its workforce, and launched a new website to enhance client service. VISTA Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania's Department of Agriculture implements a quarantine order requiring mushroom growers in specific townships to steam-treat crops, aiming to control phorid fly infestations that harm production and annoy residents. Chester County Press
- ➤ Chester County preserved over 1,240 acres of land in 2024 to maintain natural and agricultural spaces, emphasizing the balance between land development and preservation. Chester County Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Liam Edelstein, a 15-year-old from West Chester, inherited the 1960 Eagles NFL Championship Trophy through a family gift, marking a unique connection to the team's legacy. VISTA Today
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Dance & Dialogue: Exploring Ballet's Connection to Faith
This event offers a deeper exploration of the relationship between classical ballet and spiritual themes, featuring performances and discussions led by Glorify Dance Theatre.
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Open House Tour at 844 Guthrie Road
Explore a beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home on over an acre of private land with scenic views and modern amenities in West Chester.
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Back to the Well Live Music at Glen Acres
Local band Back to the Well will perform live at Glen Acres Elementary, featuring axe throwing, arcade games, pool tables, a full bar, and pub food.
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