Good morning, West Chester.

After being adopted from Brandywine Valley SPCA in early May, Sasha, an older Australian Cattle Dog, escaped and West Chester neighbors searched for her over five days, raising questions about clear animal adoption protocols (including behavior and medical history details).

Chester County celebrates Women's History Month by spotlighting local woman-owned businesses including Bella Vita Coffee and Cream, Elite Hair Designs, Pine + Quill, and Precision Painting Pros in Exton, Paoli, West Chester and Honey Brook.

Residents are encouraged to support these businesses in March.

Utility construction by Aqua Pennsylvania on Whitford Road will disrupt travel in Uwchlan and West Whiteland from March 23 to April 30 on weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Drivers should follow detour signs to Business U.S. 30, Route 100, Route 113 + Crump Road.

Christine McGowan has converted her Birchrunville farm (13 acres) into the Nokota Horse Preserve to rescue endangered wild Nokota horses.

The preserve shelters seven horses and plans to accept more as she works to find new owners.

Nurse Cindy Zimmerman (Temple Health) reconnected with two PA Turnpike workers after they saved a collapsed driver near the Downingtown interchange on Dec.

10; the trio plan to share dinner soon (to celebrate the driver’s recovery).

On Mar. 5, a Brandywine Valley HVAC technician paused his work on Copes Lane in East Bradford to rescue a customer's cat trapped in a high tree + he then completed his service call after reuniting the pet with its owner.

Immaculata University’s Fashion Merchandising program will host its annual fashion show on Saturday, Mar.

21 from 6-8:00 p.m. in the Great Hall, featuring student designs, local collections, live music, vendor experiences, and light refreshments.

Thursday inspections by the Chester County Health Department uncovered food safety violations at four licensed facilities in Kennett Square, Spring City and Coatesville.

Some local businesses met standards while residents can file complaints if they observe unsanitary conditions.

Chester County has been chosen as one of six nationwide to pilot a crisis training program for youth mental health.

The program, run by the county’s Department of Mental Health and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, completed its first training session (March 4 to 6).

LoCali Live: Anthony Baldini

6-8 p.m. — LoCali Wine Lounge — Enjoy sipping wine while experiencing heartfelt acoustic sessions from local musicians.

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.

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.