West Chester
Morning News
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sarah Holland, owner of Good Girls Bakery, was named one of the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars. The awards reception and celebration will be held on Thursday, Apr. 30 at the Penn State Great Valley Conference Center in Malvern. VISTA Today
- ➤ At Michael and Compass Roads in West Caln Township, a crane hoists an American flag — a tribute to fallen officer Timothy O’Connor — while flowers and candles lie below. The display will stand through the weekend as viewing and funeral services are planned for next week. 6abc Philadelphia
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three Chester County brothers tied to Bentley Systems joined Forbes’ billionaire list on Mar. 12. Keith+Barry+Gregory Bentley reported net worths from $1.5 billion to $2 billion. VISTA Today
- ➤ West Chester-based QVC faces financial challenges while serving a loyal customer base that frequently shops via iPad; the company is expanding its social media and livestream shopping to attract younger buyers, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Philadelphia Inquirer named Andiario at 106 West Gay Street and Pizza West Chester at 136 East Market Street as two signature restaurants on its new annual list. The list highlights Andiario's innovative fine dining plus Pizza West Chester's unique no-frills approach to quality pizza. VISTA Today
- ➤ Irish pubs in Chester County including Kildare’s in West Chester, Main Line Tavern, Molly Maguire’s, and TJ’s are serving Guinness pints and festive menus for Saint Patrick’s Day — Molly Maguire’s will host its official celebration on March 17. VISTA Today
- ➤ West Chester native Andrew Petersen will star in Love Overboard on Hulu later this month (a dating reality show featuring 22 singles competing on a luxury yacht with five late-arriving shipwreckers adding extra twists). The series debuts on March 26. VISTA Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A practical guide for teens shows how to secure summer jobs and build skills; Conestoga High School in Berwyn will host a job fair on Tuesday, Apr. 21 from 11:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. to connect local students with employers. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT will close lanes on westbound U.S. 30 between Airport Road and Business U.S. 30 from Monday, March 16 to Wednesday, March 18 for bridge repair work as part of a $9.3 million project in Coatesville. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and use alternate routes. MyChesCo
- ➤ Overnight closures will impact northbound Route 252 from U.S. 30 to Friendship Drive from Monday, March 16 to Wednesday, March 18 as PECO Energy works on utility upgrades—drivers should expect detours along Lancaster Avenue, Old Lancaster Road, Howellville Road, and Cassatt Road and plan extra travel time. MyChesCo
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eagles reworked left guard Landon Dickerson’s contract to a two-year deal worth about $36 million and signed punter Braden Mann to a four-year extension worth $14 million — defensive end Jihaad Campbell will miss most of the offseason with a shoulder injury. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ At Jefferson Health Training Complex on Thursday, Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen signed a one-year, $12M deal after winning the Super Bowl with the Seahawks and now plans to earn a long-term contract by playing with passion and refining his technique. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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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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Guided Tour of the Antique Ice Tool Museum
11 a.m. — Antique Ice Tool Museum — Admission by donation — Explore the fascinating history of ice harvesting in this unique museum experience.
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