Good morning, West Chester.

Charles P. Baker III, cofounder of Baker Industries that has helped over 12,500 people get work, died Sept.

16 at age 101. The nonprofit started in a garage in 1980 to create a job for his son and has long served the community.

The Chester County Chamber of Business + Industry welcomed seven business and community leaders who will join its board for the coming year.

Their appointment brings diverse industry experience to support continued regional economic growth.

Widener University hosted its revitalized business career fair at Lathem Hall, where over 350 students connected with 30+ employers to build professional networking skills and confidence.

The university plans additional fairs for other career fields later this academic year.

Montgomery School's annual Gresh Memorial Golf Classic returns Monday, Sept.

28 at Whitford Country Club in Exton. The event will feature golf, pickleball, contests, a buffet luncheon, a happy hour, and a dinner reception to benefit students and honor longtime supporter W. Perry Gresh.

West Chester University hosts Homecoming Weekend Sept.

25–27 with alumni reunions, tailgates, athletics, and live music on campus. Some events require registration and visitors should plan for heavier traffic around campus.

The Kennett Area YMCA is hiring part-time assistant teachers for before and after school programs at seven elementary schools, offering flexible weekday schedules from 7 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. with pay of $16 to $20 per hour (including free YMCA family memberships and training) for 2026/27.

The American Red Cross is seeking blood and platelet donors to maintain hospital supplies this fall with multiple drives planned in Chester County through Oct.

5 and extended opportunities until Oct. 18 (donors may receive a $15 e-gift card or a custom pickleball incentive) when scheduling online or by phone.

Chester County Health Department inspectors found food safety violations—ranging from low food temperatures to unsanitary conditions—at several local sites including Amma Indian Grocery, CVS Pharmacy, and House of India with some issues corrected on-site and deadlines set for further improvements.

Seniors can build strength and balance with 10 Pilates exercises designed for home use + adaptable for varied needs.

Freedom Village at Brandywine offers group fitness classes so residents can stay active and maintain independence.

In May, East Vincent Township supervisors rejected a plan to build a 1.9 million-square-foot data center at Pennhurst’s historic campus — known for its legacy in disability rights.

The developer has appealed the decision to Chester County Court of Common Pleas.