Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kenilworth in North Coventry Township quietly grows to nearly 2,000 residents who enjoy a peaceful life along the Schuylkill River while commuting on nearby routes. The area continues to balance steady development with scenic, ordered neighborhoods near Pottstown. MyChesCo
- ➤ In 2025, Pennsylvania American Water gave over $2.7 million in grants and support to local organizations — aiding fire, rescue, environmental, education, health, and community projects while also helping customers through its H2O Help to Others program. The contribution highlights its commitment to safe, clean water in the region. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local shops (Jawn Supply, Kramer Drive, Shibe Vintage Sports, and Phineas Gage) are selling new and vintage Phillies gear as baseball season starts. Fans can browse selections for game day across Chester County. VISTA Today
- ➤ Neuronetics of Malvern faced pressure from its largest shareholder, Jorey Chernett, who sent a letter on April 6 calling for a review of strategic options including a potential sale of its core transcranial magnetic stimulation business, and the board said it regularly reviews ways to boost shareholder value. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mill at Anselma will resume wheat grinding on Saturday, April 11 after months of careful repairs restored its century-old machinery at 1730 Conestoga Road in Chester Springs. Visitors can buy freshly ground flour at the Visitor Center while supplies last. MyChesCo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Service Electric said teams are working nonstop to restore cable & internet service while some customers have regained access, but first responders face delays in receiving emergency updates on their phones. Firefighter Steve Dragon said the outage reveals a need for backup communication methods. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Abrams Realty sued the West Whiteland Township Board after its Exton Square Mall redevelopment plan was rejected over community concerns. Judge Sarah Black in West Chester heard both sides and will rule later (she mentioned adding measures to address the township's worries). VISTA Today
- ➤ Daytime lane closures will take place on U.S. 1 from April 17 to July 31 for a widening project from Greenwood Road to Kennett Oxford Bypass. Drivers are advised to plan extra travel time + consider alternate routes during work hours on weekdays. MyChesCo
- ➤ PennDOT will close lanes both ways on U.S. 30 Bypass overnight from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. between Route 82 and the Old Mill Road overpass in Coatesville, Valley, West Caln & Sadsbury from Monday, April 13 to Thursday, April 16, so drivers should plan extra time. MyChesCo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Four hidden gem Italian restaurants are spotlighted in Chester County, including Mercato Ristorante & Bar, dolce Zola, and Osteria Ama in West Chester, and La Sponda in Downingtown. Each offers classic fare from penne vodka and carbonara to seafood fettuccine and BYOB options & a local twist on Italian dining. VISTA Today
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Running Home 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk
9:00 – 11:30 AM — Downtown West Chester PA — $25 – $30 — Family-friendly 5K event promoting community support for local single working parents.
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Dueling Pianos Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate all-request dueling piano show with high energy and audience interaction.
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Laugh Lounge Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Enjoy three hilarious performers in a night of diverse comedic styles.
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Willy Wonka Jr.
2-5 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $18 – $27 — Enjoy a whimsical musical journey through Willy Wonka's chocolate factory filled with magic and music.
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Moms & Mimosas Lunch and Floral Workshop
11 a.m. — West Chester Seafood Kitchen — Ticket info available — Celebrate Mother's Day with seafood, mimosas, and floral design in a warm atmosphere.
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USPA Tested & Open Mother of All Meets
8 a.m. — Alpha Phlyte Fitness West Chester — Registration required — Compete in a powerlifting meet with both tested and non-tested divisions.
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