Good morning, West Chester.

The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce has opened applications for the 2026 Christmas Parade *Best Family Friendly Event* taking place on Friday, Dec.

4. Tree lighting starts at 6:30 p.m. with the parade at 7 p.m., as decorated blocks help support local eateries and boutiques.

Katelyn Lloyd, executive director of Partners in Outreach, is building community — inspiring local youth to volunteer through new hands-on projects.

Her approach aims to strengthen neighborhood ties in the area.

AgConnect released the commemorative 2026 Farm Guide today, featuring over 125 local farms, historical features, and an interactive GIS map to help readers explore and support agriculture in the area (available for free at community hubs).

Visitors can join the Herr’s Snack Factory Tour in Nottingham (Monday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) for a behind-the-scenes look at snack production.

Tickets cost $8 for adults and $4 for children and include a tour of operating production floors and a gift shop experience.

West Vincent Township's historic roads and landmarks, including the Birchrunville General Store (built in 1898), continue to anchor community life and preserve a treasured rural and Revolutionary War past.

Local residents balance growth with conservation as modern influences spread across the region.

On July 7, Chester County health inspectors cited several local restaurants for food safety violations — including expired food, improper temperatures, and sanitation issues.

The inspections found problems at places such as Dante’s Italian Bistro, with some facilities lacking a certified food manager.

State health officials and the CDC are tracking cyclosporiasis cases, an infection that causes explosive diarrhea — 28 cases have been reported in Pennsylvania this year, including 14 in the southeast, and residents with symptoms are advised to call their doctor.

Chester County saw five upscale estate sales in Willistown, Westtown Township, Berwyn, Chadds Ford, & Malvern that showcased a high-end luxury market with historic features and ample acreage.

Sales ranged from $7.875 million to $24 million, highlighting unique properties and storied sites.

Historic St. Peter’s Village—a unique 83-acre community with 121 homes and 13 village buildings—will be auctioned this fall to the highest bidder as residents debate its future, with hopes for revitalization mixed with concern.

We May Be Right - Billy Joel Tribute

8 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $51 – $61 — Experience the electrifying tribute band that brings the hits of Billy Joel to life with dynamic performances and audience sing-alongs.