Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of September.
Good morning, West Chester.
Starting Tuesday, Sep.
8, crews will close alternating lanes on eastbound U.S. 30 between Horseshoe Pike and Uwchlan Avenue from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. each night through Saturday morning, Sep. 12, to mill pavement and repair sinkholes + drivers should plan for delays.
The Veterans Center at West Chester University is hosting a free screening of The Journey Home documentary + a community conversation on Thursday, Sept.
10 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre in the Swoope Music Building. Advance registration is encouraged.
Paul Mason of Mason Chrome Farm in Nottingham is using an autonomous manure spreader to boost corn silage quality by applying manure late in the season.
He is testing different nutrient mixes to improve cow health and milk production.
Exton-based West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. will present at two healthcare investor conferences—Sept.
10 in Everett at 8:45 a.m. EDT plus Sept. 14 in New York at 8:30 a.m. EDT—with live webcasts streaming the events and replays available for 90 days.
Atlas Obscura unveils a 10-stop itinerary in Chester County’s Brandywine Valley that begins at the Mill at Anselma and winds through historic mills, bakeries, wineries & art spots in Kennett Square and St. Peters Village.
The route offers guided tours and hands-on activities for visitors seeking a countryside escape.
Diesel reached a record of $5.85 per gallon today as overseas conflicts drive up fuel costs; local drivers and businesses in West Chester might soon see higher prices on deliveries and groceries (reflecting the rising expense in transportation).
Westtown School in West Chester finished a new athletic complex with turf fields and solar panels, celebrated in Oct.
2025. The school is now starting a $29M Dining and Community Center near its Main Building — it will offer an all-electric kitchen and more space for students.
During International Update Your Resume Month, career expert Lynne Williams shares quick resume tips to help West Chester professionals update achievements, prepare for performance reviews, and refine Applicant Tracking Systems with industry keywords — advice that encourages maintaining a master resume for future opportunities.
Pennsylvania officials announced a two-year suicide-prevention plan on Wednesday with $15 million funding, directing $10 million to the 988 crisis network and $5 million to walk-in stabilization centers — a move aimed at boosting mental health support and care coordination.
Travelers planning trips can visit Penn Medicine Occupational Health Center in West Chester and Kennett Square for comprehensive travel health services, including vaccinations, preventative medications, and guidance on food, water, and insect risks.
The center recommends scheduling an appointment ahead of departure (for personalized advice).
On Wednesday, Chester County health inspectors ordered food disposals at several West Chester restaurants after emergency inspections found unsafe refrigeration and pest issues.
A power outage led to unsafe food storage at La Rancherita and America's Pie, prompting immediate corrective measures.
Chester County now presents 11 breakfast sandwich options, featuring scratch biscuit creations in West Chester and a Brazilian steak sandwich in Phoenixville.
The guide gives local diners ideas for a tasty start to the day (from classic bacon, egg, and cheese to inventive twists).
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