West Chester
Morning News
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia Magazine listed Seven Stars Inn in Phoenixville and 9 Prime in West Chester among the region's best steakhouses; 9 Prime (opened in early 2024 in a restored 19th-century bank building) features a menu of steak, seafood and classic sides. VISTA Today
- ➤ Innovative Aerosystems reported first-quarter net sales of $21.8 million + net income of $4.1 million in Exton, showing a 36.5 percent revenue jump from last year. The company expects higher F-16 revenue and improved margins during fiscal 2026. MyChesCo
- ➤ Saint-Gobain renewed its North American lease at the Malvern campus with a deal valued at over $100 million, keeping the firm in a three-building, 321,226 sqft property near Route 202 until 2042 — further extension options may be available. VISTA Today
- ➤ After its air-cooling technology failed, Malvern's Radicle Development Center shifted focus three years ago to repurpose its 50,000 sqft facility for early-stage startups moving from prototypes to test-ready systems (backed by long-term private investors). CEO Gary Ezekian said the small team now handles diverse hardware projects. VISTA Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Growth Opportunity Center is launching a Parent Empowerment Skills Building Group to help caregivers learn practical tools for stronger family bonds. The program, led by PCIT‑certified counselor Gina Crowell, will begin Saturday, March 28 (sessions cost $40) and offers supportive community and practical strategies for managing big feelings. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County officials plan to redesign the Downingtown Trestle Bridge (a historic structure inactive since the 1980s) as part of the Chester Valley Trail extension; safety inspections will begin in coming months and design work will start next year with construction expected to last five to seven years. VISTA Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ChesPenn Health Services offers primary care including medical, dental, and behavioral health at 125 E. 9th Street in Chester today — a community health center that has served Delaware County for 53 years while partnering with local systems to expand access regardless of ability to pay. VISTA Today
- ➤ The Department of Aging announced new regional teams — a collaboration among law enforcement, health, and social services — to enhance protective services for older residents in pilot locations including Bucks, Lehigh, Lancaster and Berks counties. The governor’s proposed budget includes over $6 million to update legal protections. MyChesCo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With more snow coming, local families can enjoy sledding at Devil's Hill at Pocopson Elementary School in West Chester, New Garden Township Park in Landenberg, Clayton Park in Glen Mills, and Ridley Creek State Park in Media during a snowy day. VISTA Today
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Jenner's Pond offers updated senior living with spacious cottages and apartments at a new West Grove community. An open house is scheduled on Feb. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. where prospective residents can tour homes plus learn about resident-led events and a lock-and-go lifestyle. VISTA Today
- ➤ A vacant office building in Exton was redeveloped by a local group led by a real estate lawyer, broker, and investment partner; the 30,000 sqft property was converted into 32 apartment units (24 studios and eight single bedrooms) to serve as a model for similar projects in the region. VISTA Today
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Comedy Jam
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Windish Entertainment — Tickets required — Get ready for a night packed with punchlines featuring talented comedians.
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Dueling Pianos with The Philly Keys
7:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Enjoy a high-energy, all-request dueling piano show where no genre is off limits.
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LoCali Live: Anthony Baldini
6-8 p.m. — LoCali Wine Lounge — Enjoy sipping wine while experiencing heartfelt acoustic sessions from local musicians.
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