Good morning, West Chester.

West Chester-based QVC faces financial challenges with $4.6 billion in debt, falling revenue, and an aging customer base while consolidating its headquarters as part of a three-year turnaround strategy (it is boosting live social commerce to attract younger viewers).

The West Chester Area School District board approved a $344.99 million budget for the 2026—27 school year to boost staffing, student services and capital projects; the plan raises property taxes by 3.3% for Chester County residents and 7.6% for those in Delaware County.

On May 21, student leaders celebrated a year of civic engagement at the Hilton Garden Inn (Exton) during the annual Student Forum Banquet.

The event highlighted their leadership growth with a keynote by Aaron Pitt Jr., who urged them to focus on personal development.

Citadel Credit Union awarded over $100,000 in Heart of Learning Awards to more than 30 educators and schools in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Lancaster, and Philadelphia counties — a program marking its 25th anniversary.

Nominations have opened for the 2026–27 cycle.

PECO announced that 17 local municipalities and nonprofits will receive support for green projects – including tree plantings, trail improvements and park updates – to improve regional open spaces and promote community well-being.

The program partners with Natural Lands and will roll out new initiatives soon.

Chester County Health Department inspections on June 5 found food safety and sanitation violations at four West Chester establishments.

Benny’s Classic Pizza (facing most issues), Papa John’s Pizza, Biscuit Lady, and Yori’s Church Street Bakery were flagged, while several other county venues were in compliance.

Main Line Health posted a slim profit of $214,000 through the first nine months after an $8.5M winter loss and rising malpractice reserve costs — a strong rebound in March boosted both inpatient and outpatient volumes, helping revenue reach $2.1 billion.

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.

Hops for Homes Beer Festival

12-5 p.m. — Chester County Art Association — $45 — Sample craft brews and support affordable housing efforts with Habitat for Humanity.

Summer Kickoff Concert with Lenape Brass

6-7:30 p.m. — Westtown Township Oakbourne Park — Free entry — Celebrate America with a concert featuring classic tunes and tasty hotdogs.