Saturday, July 12th, 2025

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Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
BEAUTY NEWS
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AgConnect has released the 2025 Chester County Farm Guide offering local residents a resource on farms, seasonal recipes, awards and events like Good Food Fest+ the guide features over 125 family-owned farms and highlights leaders who support local agriculture. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alumni of West Chester University’s Criterions Jazz Ensemble will host a free public concert on Thursday, Jul. 17 at 7:00 PM at Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall (700 S. High Street) to honor the legacy of the late H. Lee Southall. More than 35 alumni will perform cherished jazz selections and share personal reflections on his influence in music. VISTA Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Chester County Library System now offers free LinkedIn Learning access (over 25,000 expert-led video courses) to all library cardholders, letting residents advance careers and learn new skills at their own pace. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PEMA said there is a statewide problem with the 911 emergency phone service—officials are investigating the matter and will provide updates on next steps soon. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that critical repairs on the Dowlin Forge Road bridge will begin on July 21 and continue until September 26 — drivers will be rerouted via Route 282, Dorlan Mill Road, and Shelmire Road and should plan extra travel time. MyChesCo
- ➤ State Rep. Melissa Shusterman’s two juvenile justice bills cleared the House—House Bill 1576 will ease county costs by reimbursing services such as medical care and legal defense while House Bill 1577 sets guidelines to limit the use of physical restraints on youth in custody—and both will move to the Senate for review. MyChesCo
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A one-of-a-kind brick colonial home on 13.6 acres with five bedrooms, four full bathrooms plus two half bathrooms is for sale at 931 Lenape Road in West Chester for $1,500,000. The property offers a marble two-story foyer, gourmet kitchen, primary suite with a fireplace, in-ground pool and two outbuildings — all in the West Chester Area School District. VISTA Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s GYMCATS gymnastics team made history by earning 30 medals at the national championship in Green Bay after 35 athletes competed following a strong state meet; senior gymnast Sophia Renaldo earned All-American honors & will attend Saint Joseph’s University this fall. Their record-setting performance reflects years of dedication and marks a milestone for the team. VISTA Today
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Find Waldo Local in West Chester
Aug 1 – 13 — Bookmarks — Free entry — Hunt for Waldo cutouts in local shops and collect prizes along the way.
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Interactive Music Class with Miss Christine
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Oakbourne Mansion & Park — No registration or fee — Engage young children in a fun music and movement class outdoors.
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