Good morning, West Chester.

A free conference for single mothers and caregivers is held today at the Oscar Lasko YMCA at 1 East Chestnut Street — doors open at 8:30 a.m. with programming from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., offering workshops, childcare, meals, and resource support.

Chris Cooke, Vice President of Commercial Lending at First Resource Bank, is named a 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstar.

He will be honored at the Awards Reception & Celebration on Thursday, Apr. 30 at Penn State Great Valley Conference Center in Malvern (with proceeds benefiting CCOIC).

Alessandro Fiorello, owner of popular eateries in Wayne and West Chester, is planning to open a new bar-focused restaurant in Bryn Mawr Village by taking over the former Il Fiore location to expand his lineup.

The renovation will maintain an industrial style while adding a lively bar scene for local diners.

People’s Light at 39 Conestoga Rd in Malvern will premiere The Woman Question, a play about 1894 women doctors from the Woman’s Medical College running May 6–24; it offers special accessible performances & community panels.

Kimberton endures as a small, storied village rooted in 18th-century history with preserved stone buildings and landmarks like the converted mill, a symbol of local continuity.

Situated within East Pikeland Township, it maintains a quiet charm along French Creek & rolling hills, supporting a strong sense of community.

Music therapy major Emily Reid from Immaculata University was named the 2025-26 Presser Foundation Undergraduate Scholar — earning a $3,000 award for her academic, musical and leadership excellence.

Pennsylvania now links free book programs with Keystone Scholars, giving each child born in 2019 or later a $100 education account when families claim it.

The initiative partners with PA One Book (run by the Education Dept), libraries, and early learning centers to boost literacy and college enrollment.

Chester County Food Bank celebrated its latest Workforce Development graduates who earned culinary certifications after a ten-week training program.

The organization is now accepting new applications so locals can boost their careers in the food industry.

Kennett Square borough council voted (three to two) on Monday to not advertise a zoning change that would allow a 22 acre former industrial site to be redeveloped into affordable housing.

The property remains zoned for industrial use while developers may reintroduce the proposal once full attendance returns.

Route 162 repairs will cause daytime lane closures from Monday, April 13 to Wednesday, April 22 on the stretch between Stargazer Road and Bradford Avenue (base repairs with flagging) as PennDOT works.

Drivers in East Bradford, West Bradford and Newlin townships should plan extra travel time and use alternate routes.

On Thursday, April 9, Chester County Health Department inspections found violations at food spots including The Artillery Brewing Company in West Chester, Einstein Brothers Bagels in Paoli, and Indian Hut in Exton (issues ranged from unclean surfaces to poor storage) while establishments such as Locali in West Chester were compliant.

Chariot Equities plans to reopen the 64-acre Crozer-Chester Medical Center in three years & is seeking a health operator to update the facility for community needs.

A town meeting is scheduled for April 14 at 6 p.m. at Widener University's Lathem Hall in Chester.

Philadelphia Magazine named two Chester County steakhouses among the region's best for dining; Seven Stars Inn in Phoenixville offers a traditional steak menu and 9 Prime in West Chester, opened in early 2024 in a historic bank building, serves steaks & seafood dishes & unique sides.

Realtor Karen Strid said buyers are joining heated bidding wars for Main Line homes after a Radnor property listed Tuesday at $1.975 million received a full-price offer by Friday (above asking price); buyers quickly moved between open houses for nearby properties amid a gold rush trend.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.