Good morning, West Chester.

Bluebird Distilling in Phoenixville is marking ten years with a $2 million expansion that will add a pizzeria, a coffee shop, and a larger tasting room by winter.

The renovation will include a custom rectangle bar with 30 seats — a change designed to offer more space for guests.

Immaculata University and West Chester University tied for No. 250 on today’s U.S. News Best Colleges rankings, sharing the spot with 11 other colleges.

Immaculata was ranked No. 160 for Social Mobility and No. 477 for Nursing while West Chester placed at No. 263 for Social Mobility and No. 124 for Top Public Schools—both schools earned recognition in key academic areas.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that pipe replacement and base repair on Route 162 will take place today through Friday, June 27, closing the road from Route 82 to Stargazers Road in Newlin and East Marlborough townships daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and motorists must follow a posted detour via Stargazers Road, Strasburg Road — Route 82 to maintain local access and reduce delays.

Two Chester County wineries offer award-winning wines and outdoor seating for a scenic summer evening.

Casa Carmen Farm and Winery in West Grove serves dry wines and Spanish-style vermouth on a historic property once owned by William Penn—Chaddsford Winery in Chadds Ford, operating since 1982, offers a range of wines, artisan snacks and fire pit tables for intimate tastings.

Former West Chester resident Craig Taulman died in September 2024 from lung cancer, but his friend has taken his Eagles urn to every game this season—he will take it to the Super Bowl in New Orleans.

Erin Matson, a 22-year-old Unionville High School graduate, became head coach of University of North Carolina field hockey — succeeding West Chester University alum Karen Shelton who retired after 42 seasons — and assumed the role on January 31 after leading her team to an undefeated national title in late November.

Fourth of July Celebration

Time to celebrate our freedom and independence — July 2-8 — Philadelphia / West Chester KOA Holiday — Free entry — Enjoy festivities in the historic spirit of Philadelphia.