West Chester
Morning News
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Christina Walker, a West Chester resident — Senior Director at Hankin Group — has joined the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars and will be honored at the Awards Reception and Celebration on Thursday, Apr. 30 at the Penn State Great Valley Conference Center in Malvern. VISTA Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developers filed a revised plan ahead of today's hearing at the former Pennhurst state hospital that expands the data center from 1.3 million sqft to 1.9 million and adds on-site gas turbines — a measure to address rising regional electricity demand. The plan was submitted Tuesday, Mar. 17. VISTA Today
- ➤ Speer Madanat, owner of Pizza and Steaks West Chester and soon-to-open Ice Cream West Chester, credits quality ingredients and a small menu with his local success today. His unique approach using limited signage and social media hours has helped attract loyal customers. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration announced a Medicare Advantage special enrollment period for policyholders affected by the LVHN and UHC contract dispute; impacted individuals can shop for coverage through April 30. WFMZ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chester County Health Department inspections on March 16 cited food safety violations at Foodery of Phoenixville Inc. & La Pequena Columbia & Ron’s Original Bar & Grille, noting issues with handwashing and food temperatures; residents can report concerns through the county’s system. MyChesCo
- ➤ Tom Peterson, CEO of Blackbird Health, detailed his holistic approach for pediatric mental health care that combines precision diagnostics & integrated treatment plans to better identify and treat children’s challenges. He will expand his virtual and in-person care regionally through strong local partnerships to change the standard of care. VISTA Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chester County consignment shops offer a sustainable way to shop for unique clothing, homewares and accessories today. West Chester’s Christine’s Upscale Resale leads while shops in Malvern, Wayne and Exton feature preloved treasures. VISTA Today
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Chester County judge ruled that the West Goshen home at 905 Westtown Rd will be demolished within 30 days due to unsafe conditions, even though community advocates wanted to preserve the historic property (noted for its ties to abolitionist history). 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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