West Chester
Morning News
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A sixteen-year-old teen in Coatesville has turned his family home into the haunted hotel Veneziale Manor, which will open to visitors on Oct. 24 and 25. The walk-through attraction features a 1930s-inspired design with a haunted elevator and moving mannequins — and proceeds will support The Spirit of Children project with local hospitals. VISTA Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Chester University approved a $92 million bond issuance to add 900 beds through building additions, renovations, and a new residence hall. The university will begin the first phase this fall by adding an extra floor to South Campus buildings for 220 beds and will expand by about 40 beds each year for five years. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Goshen’s Fame Fire Company held a ribbon cutting for its new second-floor rehabilitation clinic for fire, law enforcement, and EMS personnel yesterday in partnership with ProTeam Tactical Performance — the clinic is equipped with specialized equipment and staffed by therapists to treat common job-related injuries. VISTA Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Great Valley High School students Shraddha Arvind and Celine Cui launched the free HerPath app to help sexual assault victims find vital resources such as SANE locations and hotlines—providing clear support for those in need. They will promote the app further and work with local hospitals as they plan to expand it beyond Pennsylvania. VISTA Today
- ➤ Pa. State Police is offering free car seat checks during National Child Passenger Safety Week in West Chester — a service that helps families ensure proper child safety in vehicles. WFMZ-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Freedom Village at Brandywine now offers world-class dining with French executive chef Gilles Moret who is in charge of menu planning for 400 seniors. Moret said his goal is to please the residents—he uses fresh, high-quality ingredients to meet their high dining expectations. VISTA Today
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Oktoberfest 2025
12-8 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — $6 specials — Celebrate the fourth annual Oktoberfest with food and drinks in the heart of Chester County.
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Dub C Swing Concert
7-9 p.m. — Kennett Flash — $20 GA | $10 Students | $5 BYOB — Experience fresh instrumental versions of your favorite songs with Dub C Swing.
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West Chester Chili Cook-Off 2025
12-4 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — Free entry — Experience a flavorful showdown with great food, live music, and friendly competition.
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13th Annual Unite For HER Run/Walk
9-11 a.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — $30 – $60 — Come together to support breast and ovarian cancer patients through community run/walk efforts.
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West Chester French: Café and Conversation
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Indulge in French culture with conversation, wine, cheese, and chocolate tastings.
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