Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of September.
Good morning, West Chester.
🏘️ Community
Chester County’s September calendar includes a historic horse show on Sept.
5 to 7, a brewery tasting at Longwood Gardens on Sept. 5, a film festival from Sept. 17 to 20, and a restaurant festival on Sept. 20, along with art walks and dressage at Devon through Sept. 27 (details vary by event).
💼 Business
West Chester Co-op opened Aug.
21 at 204 W. Market St. after more than a decade of planning, offering a 2,800 sqft community-owned grocery market with local produce, pantry staples, and vegan options available from 8 AM to 8 PM daily.
🏛️ Government
West Pikeland Township officials plan to renovate Pine Creek Park for an accessible playground & may relocate Cayden’s Corner, a memorial honoring a local infant.
The Leithead family has asked to join the discussion before the Board of Supervisors meets Sept. 8 at the park.
🏥 Health
Pediatricians say students returning to school today may bring more common illnesses (like strep throat and respiratory viruses) and advise parents to wash hands often and watch for high fever and vomiting.
They stress good sleep and up-to-date vaccinations to help build healthy immunity.
Ocugen Inc. will present 12-month Phase 2 data for its OCU410 gene therapy for geographic atrophy on Sept.
24 at the Retina Society’s meeting in Los Angeles, with Dr Raj K. Maturi presenting safety and efficacy results at 3:15 p.m. Pacific time.
🏈 Sports
Brandywine Roller Derby is searching for a permanent, affordable space after its current venue at Collegium Charter School in Exton has a slippery, muddy floor that has affected skater retention.
The team will start a new training program on Sept. 20 while exploring options such as barns & lower rates.
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