Good morning, West Chester.

Three individuals are charged with disorderly conduct and harassment after an alleged assault at a Wendy’s on North Third Street on April 23 at 9:47 p.m. — Victoria Scott was taken to prison after failing to post bail, Dennis L.

Palmer posted $150 bail, and Keisha Webb-Scott has a hearing scheduled for August 19.

Longwood Gardens has brought back Waterlily Court after a three-year hiatus as part of the Festival of Fountains running through Sept.

28. The restored exhibit includes reflective pools and over 100 lily varieties—including the debut Longwood Hybrid—marking a fresh chapter in the gardens’ legacy.

Art Smith retired after 47 years at Church Farm School to join his family in Maine, leaving behind a legacy as a coach, teacher, and mentor who shaped generations of young men at the historic boarding school.

He served in many roles—including wrestling and track coach—and urged his colleagues to always be champions for the students.

Delaware County Community College President Dr. Marta Yera Cronin was elected to the American Association of Community Colleges’ Board of Directors, effective July 1.

She is the second woman and first Latina to lead DCCC + her election shows her long-standing commitment to community college student success.

Spotted lanternfly season is here in West Chester and experts urge residents to stomp the bugs and scrape egg sacs to curb their spread.

Saw a recent drop in numbers, but the pests left their favored tree of heaven temporarily — more may return soon.

The Pennsylvania House unanimously passed House Bill 968 that will ease access to hunting and fishing licenses for active-duty military members and disabled veterans, sponsored by Rep. Chris Pielli from Chester.

The bill now moves to the state Senate to let the attorney general set up reciprocal agreements with other states—promising easier outdoor access for veterans and more tourism revenue.

A new report from Stacker shows Chester County has nine towns among Pennsylvania’s 25 priciest housing markets based on Zillow data from May—West Chester ranks 20th with a median home value of $650,322 and other towns such as Devon, Berwyn, Malvern, Chester Springs, Glenmoore, Paoli, Kennett Square, and Exton also make the list.

Designer Miggy Mason updated a couple’s 1870s home by installing $500,000 in new built-in cabinetry to handle Costco purchases while preserving the historic look—she partnered with Bluebell Fine Cabinetry and Design to create nearly 160 feet of custom storage.

The project was completed before today.

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.