West Chester
Morning News
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Phila Flea Markets will relocate its Berwyn Vintage Market from 288 Swedesford Road to 153 Swedesford Road in Wayne. The grand opening is set for May 8, 9 and 10 during Mother’s Day weekend, offering vintage goods where vendors and shoppers negotiate prices. VISTA Today
- ➤ The Arc of Chester County hosts its 23rd Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day on May 17 from 11 AM to 2 PM at West Goshen Community Park, offering a one-mile walk plus bubbles, music, DJ, face painting, balloon art, games and BINGO to support local services. VISTA Today
- ➤ On April 15, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine honored 5,859 volunteers who gave 69,897 hours of service at Penn Oaks Golf Club. Awards went to groups like The Jones Family and Bentley Systems, showing the Y’s strong commitment to community support in 2025. VISTA Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Capacity Sports Group, an Indiana-based youth sports operator, acquired United Sports Training Center in Downingtown + YSC Sports in Wayne on April 13. The deals will support the firm’s plan to build a nationwide platform for youth sports. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Longwood Gardens released its Summer Performance Series lineup featuring music, dance, and theater at the renowned gardens from May 8 to Sept. 27. Tickets go on sale April 24 (with presales beginning April 16 for Innovators and April 22 for Preferred and Premium Members). VISTA Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers and environmental agency staff restocked White Clay Creek near Avondale with dozens of trout early this week, supporting the ongoing fishing season that began in April. Pennsylvania’s DEP led efforts to reduce water pollution and restore habitats for aquatic life. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT crews are repairing potholes on highways including West Chester Pike today and along several state routes, which is causing lane closures and slower traffic across multiple townships. Motorists should plan extra time - use alternate routes to avoid delays. MyChesCo
- ➤ Township officials met Monday evening at the historic Pennhurst site in East Vincent to review a 1.9 million sqft data center proposal, and residents raised concerns about potential health, property and environmental impacts. Future hearings will further assess the project. The Philadelphia Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chariot Allaire—the new owner of Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland—will begin a 90-day study process with two academic centers to secure a local nonprofit partner, with plans to reopen the revised campus two to three years after a partner is selected. VISTA Today
- ➤ Inspections on Monday, April 20 exposed food safety violations at multiple local establishments. Buena Vista Restaurant in Malvern faced issues with improper handling, sanitation, & live roach sightings, while Carlino’s Specialty Foods in West Chester had temperature and hygiene concerns. MyChesCo
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of Chester County is teaming with builders to develop mixed-income communities with both affordable and market-rate homes that support local families facing rising costs. The effort (part of the Let’s Open the Door campaign) aims to strengthen neighborhoods and create lasting opportunity. 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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Willow Hill Full Nashville Band Show
7-11 p.m. — Ponderosa Barn — Tickets available — Enjoy a lively night with Willow Hill returning for a full Nashville Band show.
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