West Chester
Morning News
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four engineering students from Villanova volunteer with the Bryn Mawr Fire Company while balancing demanding college programs; alumna Kylee Hall (the first female line officer) and her peers answered emergency calls during a February snowstorm and continue to build community safety in Montgomery County. VISTA Today
- ➤ West Grove resident Stacey McMann has spent a decade assembling blessing bags with food, clothing, and hygiene products for unhoused Philadelphia residents. She is now seeking nonprofit status to expand the project with support from community partners — including Diana Mazzei, who provides meals. VISTA Today
- ➤ Modena, a small borough with 541 residents, is preserving its heritage by restoring the historic Mode House into a cultural and educational venue. Community volunteers and Mayor Christina Puff guide the effort — a project that reflects the town’s enduring ties to its industrial past. MyChesCo
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Herr Foods appointed Troy Gunden as CEO on Sept. 1, replacing his uncle Ed Herr; the third-generation leader (who began his career as a route salesperson in West Chester) will continue as president while planning to open a new Cheese Curls factory in Jackson, Ohio within 30 days. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ West Chester resident Barby Pell published her debut 36-page book, We Call Him Mr. Heinrich, a story about a brave dachshund that learns self-confidence. The book is available online and through Dorrance Publishing. VISTA Today
- ➤ The National Constitution Center will present the Liberty Medal to Pope Leo XIV on Friday, July 3 outside Independence Hall where he will deliver live acceptance remarks virtually from the Vatican. The event is part of Philadelphia’s Independence Week and honors his lifelong work promoting religious freedom. FOX 29
- ➤ Herr's is seeking a gubernatorial proclamation to officially declare Herr's Sour Cream & Onion Day in April 2026+ The company plans to honor a beloved snacktime tradition cherished across the region. WFMZ-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The former Bishop Tube site in Frazer receives $11.5M for cleanup after Pennsylvania and the polluting companies reached a settlement to address long-term contamination. DEP will oversee work under Act 2 standards on the 13.7-acre property along Malin Road. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials approved $10.8 million in security grants to nearly 200 nonprofits & faith-based groups for planning, training, and equipment upgrades to improve safety against hate-motivated attacks. The Nonprofit Security Grant Program will support vulnerable community venues across Pennsylvania, officials confirmed today. MyChesCo
- ➤ The Attorney General visited BCIU for the Teen Talks series on mental health & social media, where more than 40 students from Berks County joined the discussion. The event provided guidance on managing social media challenges and mental well-being. WFMZ-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Abrams Realty & Development bought Exton Square Mall for $34.25 million on a 75-acre site earlier this year and is planning a mixed-use redevelopment featuring a Whole Foods store as the gateway to new residential units. The project follows a recent 350-unit apartment development from a property split with Hanover. VISTA Today
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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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