West Chester
Morning News
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Goshen Township, officially formed in 1817, blends historic roots with modern life as community parks, walking paths, and local businesses serve over 23,000 residents near West Chester—showcasing its evolution from rural beginnings to suburban vibrancy. MyChesCo
- ➤ Great Careers Network unveiled its new logo and website today to show its mission for community career growth & teen career readiness in Paoli. The volunteer-run nonprofit partnered with DN Design Group after months of planning to refresh its brand. VISTA Today
- ➤ Residents from Freedom Village at Brandywine raised funds in February through a donut sale that sold 300 donuts and brought in $800 for employee scholarships, and an annual bake sale that benefited eight local organizations (Youth Initiative of Coatesville, Chester County Food Bank, Chester County Connect Care). MyChesCo
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A survey of more than 3,000 adults shows many Pennsylvanians favor a Billionaires Tax and a Price-Gouging Tax to reduce wealth inequality and fund roads, schools, and local services. Results indicate residents in Chester County and beyond want updated tax policies to support their communities. MyChesCo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine will build a $94 million lab at the New Bolton Center in Kennett Square to consolidate two state-funded programs (the equine toxicology and animal diagnostic labs) and offer 63,000 sqft of research space, with regulatory approval still pending. VISTA Today
- ➤ West Chester Area School District appointed Zachary Lewis as principal at Fugett Middle School after board approval — his over-decade of leadership experience will support upcoming meetings with families and staff to enhance academic programs and community partnerships. MyChesCo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT crews will repair potholes on major highways next week in Chester County, causing intermittent daytime lane closures along U.S. 1, U.S. 30, and U.S. 202. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time. MyChesCo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health inspectors found safety issues on Friday at a Parkesburg restaurant and a Berwyn location set to open. The Parkesburg site must repair its walk-in refrigerator and storage areas while the Berwyn facility works to fix hot water and sink installation problems. MyChesCo
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Matt Moore from The Moore Group advises that anyone planning a move to Chester County must review 13 key factors—like school quality, traffic patterns, and local cost differences—since each town offers unique opportunities that affect daily routines and budgets. VISTA Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WCU men’s and women’s swimming teams won the PSAC titles at York YMCA this week, with the men's team capturing their 38th win and the women's team earning their 23rd. They will now prepare for the NCAA Division II Championships on Mar. 11 in Evansville, Ind. 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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Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2026
10 AM – 12 PM — Everhart Park — Free — A delightful morning of egg hunting and surprises awaits the whole family with the Easter Bunny in attendance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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