West Chester
Morning News
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chester County OIC’s Annual Block Party will expand to Gateway Park in Coatesville on Friday, June 26, from 3-7 p.m. The free event provides food, entertainment, and useful resources (including Driver’s Education and workforce support) to help boost local economic opportunities. VISTA Today
- ➤ Chester County gears up for Memorial Day weekend with historic parades, blooming Longwood Gardens, and outdoor events including the Devon Horse Show’s Tribute to Heroes ceremony. Locals enjoy family cookouts, paddling at Marsh Creek State Park, and neighborhood gatherings as summer begins. VISTA Today
- ➤ Chester County Community Foundation CEO Karen Simmons will retire this summer after 25 years, and Kate Wickersham will lead the foundation's community philanthropy work. A Leadership Succession Open House Reception will be held on Friday, June 26 at align.Space in West Chester. VISTA Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware County’s Wawa (a family-owned chain led by CEO Chris Gheysens) ranked 26 on Forbes’ 2026 list of America's Largest Family Businesses, joining other Pennsylvania brands while generating $19 billion in revenue and employing nearly 47,000 people. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The AHHAH Restorative Justice Open House will spotlight youth voices with the film Invisible No More: Part 2 – Walk In My Shoes at Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center on Thursday, June 18 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM — the event also offers art exhibits, live music, community conversations and interactive digital activities to support restorative justice. MyChesCo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Camphill School in Glenmoore offers hands-on Waldorf education for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Students work on a 130-acre farm (producing organic food and flowers) while participating in daily routines and community events. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on Route 29 in East Whiteland Township have welcomed the reopening of all lanes after PennDOT finished major sinkhole remediation work as part of a ($22.5M project). Additional Stage 4 repairs will bring short-term traffic restrictions in the area soon. MyChesCo
- ➤ A Chester County bridge on North Reeds Road was closed Tuesday after inspectors found steel beam deterioration affecting 900 cars daily; officials said repairs will occur soon — a complete replacement is planned for 2028 with traffic diverted to Lyndell Bridge. The Philadelphia Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Inspectors from the Chester County Health Department cited several food establishments, including Just Mom’s LLC in Honey Brook and La Baguette Magique in West Chester, for food safety violations on May 20. Violations ranged from improper cold storage to unsanitary conditions, while some restaurants remain in compliance. MyChesCo
- ➤ Chester County native Hollie Mershon launched Weightless, a clothing line with heavy knit hoodies + crew necks that support mental health by donating part of the profits to the Quell Foundation. Local athletes, including an Eagles player, have already worn the pieces. 6abc Philadelphia
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chester County orchards are open for seasonal fruit picking with Highland Orchards in West Chester offering strawberries, apples, and peaches, Barnard's Orchards in Kennett Square providing over 30 apple varieties, and Sugartown Strawberries near Malvern attracting families with fresh produce and farm activities. VISTA Today
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Mahjong 101 - Beginners Class
6-8 p.m. — Shine Nutrition — Cost not specified — Engage your mind while enjoying smoothies at this fun beginner's Mahjong class.
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Laugh Lounge
7-11:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Experience a night of diverse stand-up comedy with three hilarious performers.
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Dueling Pianos with The Philly Keys
7:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Enjoy a high-energy, all-request dueling piano show with crowd participation and a mix of genres.
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Turks Head Music Festival
12-7 p.m. — Everhart Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant day of music, art, and community with local bands and vendors.
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Silent Book Club Gathering
9-11 a.m. — Matlack Florist - Garden Center — Free entry — A peaceful space for book lovers to share their literary passions.
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