Good morning, West Chester.

Habitat for Humanity of Chester County will host Pennsylvania’s only Rural Rally on Oct.

30 at Fuller Meadows in West Grove. The event offers a presentation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. + a volunteer drywall session from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. with space for 20 volunteers.

Good Food Fest will take place on Nov.

2 at Kimberton Fairgrounds in Chester County and will feature over 100 local vendors, cooking demos, and activities for children. Hosted by Growing Roots Partners, the event will run from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.—families are welcome to join the fun and sample local food.

On September 20th, T&E Care celebrated its 20th anniversary at Waynesborough Country Club with a cocktail hour, buffet dinner and live music by The Key Duo, raising $160,000 to support families in the Tredyffrin and Easttown communities.

The event also honored longtime supporter Sandi Gorman with a citation, certificate and special gift—marking two decades of care and commitment.

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant closed all its locations yesterday due to ongoing financial challenges and bankruptcy filings — management notified all employees in West Chester, Exton and other areas, and the chain had already shut down three local locations weeks before.

The Shapiro administration expanded a free statewide legal hotline—operated by attorneys from the SeniorLAW Center—to help grandparents raising grandchildren navigate custody and court preparation.

The service now reaches all 67 counties in Pennsylvania, ensuring easier access to legal advice and caregiver resources.

Chester County approved an ordinance to establish its first Human Relations Commission — a group tasked with addressing discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

At a public meeting on Wednesday, commissioners Josh Maxwell and Marian Moskowitz voted in favor while Commissioner Eric Roe opposed, and volunteer members will be appointed to serve three-year terms.

The Eagles will travel to Tampa on Sunday at 1 p.m. to face the Buccaneers as both teams remain 3-0, and experts predict a *tightly contested* game with returning key players for the Eagles and injury struggles for the Bucs.

On Friday, pitcher Aaron Nola helped the Phillies beat the Twins 3—1 by pitching eight nearly perfect innings with only two hits and nine strikeouts, boosting his chance for the playoff rotation.

Phillies manager Rob Thomson said he may use Nola in the bullpen during the NL Division Series as the team gets ready for the postseason.

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.

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.

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.

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.

West Chester Halloween Parade

5-8 p.m. — West Chester Railroad — $50 – $80 — Celebrate Halloween with a train ride featuring live music, games, and spooky fun.

West Chester Halloween Parade 2025

1 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — Free — Celebrate Halloween with costumes, candy stations, and local performances at this family-friendly parade.