Good morning, West Chester.

Local businesses can donate to Safe Harbor of Chester County to help end homelessness — and receive a 90 percent tax credit through the Neighborhood Assistance Program with no state pre-approval since Safe Harbor handles the paperwork.

A commitment letter is due by May 26 so that companies can lower their Pennsylvania tax liability while supporting urgent local services.

A Chester County jury convicted Mamadou Kallie on three counts of first-degree murder for the deaths of his girlfriend Tiara Rodriguez-Diaz and Kimberly Ortiz-Zayas, who was pregnant—he now faces a mandatory life sentence with his sentencing date still to be set.

Pennsylvania American Water invested over $675 million statewide in 2024 to upgrade water and wastewater systems across 37 counties — more than $102 million went to improvements in Chesco and Montco.

The upgrades enhanced water mains, fire hydrants, and service lines and generated over 10,125 jobs.

West Chester University unveiled its new campus master plan in an email that detailed a long-term vision for campus upgrades, including renovating the Science Center and Old Library and launching temporary student housing called Matlack Courts starting in fall 2025—future projects include demolishing Lawrence Hall in summer 2027 and rebuilding Killinger Hall with planned completion in summer 2037. The plan spans changes over the next five years and further enhancements through summer 2039, with community input already shaping its direction.

Charles Boruchowitz, the Government Affairs Manager at Bentley Systems, is named to the 2025 VISTA NextGen Superstars and works with the Chester County Chamber on government matters.

He will be honored at the Awards Reception and Celebration on May 8 at Penn State Great Valley Conference Center—an event that highlights emerging local leaders—marking his strong role in Pennsylvania politics.

Local delis and small businesses serve some of the best hoagies in Chester County made with fresh ingredients.

Shops — including Bridgeside Deli and Grille in Phoenixville, Carlino's Market in West Chester and Ardmore, and Tredici in Wayne — offer both classic and specialty options to satisfy any sandwich craving.

DEKA STRONG Challenge

5-8 p.m. — iCORE Fitness — Limited spots available — Test your fitness with Spartan DEKA's new challenge featuring ten functional training zones.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

10 AM — Everhart Park — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of fun hunting for thousands of eggs filled with surprises from the Easter Bunny.

Open House at Compass

12-4 p.m. — 1523 Johnnys Way — Free entry — Explore 130 homes for sale in West Chester, PA and connect with an expert agent to find your dream home.