Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
Good morning, West Chester.
🏘️ Community
The West Chester NAACP organized a book drive that collected nearly 200 new books and donated them to Oscar Lasko YMCA on Oct 1 to support local young readers; books came from local YMCAs, the Chester County History Center, and the Melton Community Center.
The donation—part of the Celebrate 365 campaign—included biographies of civil rights leaders to encourage learning.
💼 Business
Chase Bank will open seven new branches in the Philadelphia region in the next three months—two in Chester County, with one in West Goshen opening on Oct.
28 and one in Kennett Square on Dec. 3.
Filacheck’s Furniture in West Grove will close as owners Bob and Deb Filacheck plan retirement after nearly 70 years in business.
Special orders will run for a few more weeks — any remaining inventory will be sold off before the store closes by January.
🎓 Education
Widener University and Philadelphia Union are offering a work-in-sports program that will take four high schools to Subaru Park and the WSFS Bank Sportsplex starting Tuesday, Oct.
7; students from Malvern Preparatory, West Chester East, Rustin, and Plymouth Whitemarsh High Schools will explore careers in sports (including game-day experience, hospitality, communications, sports medicine, and player relations).
Delaware County Community College and Ursinus College signed a transfer agreement—giving eligible DCCC students automatic junior status and merit-based scholarships as they move from an associate to a bachelor's program.
The deal saves time and money while strengthening the path for local students.
🏛️ Government
Delaware County State Sen. Tim Kearney introduced Abby’s Law in the Pennsylvania Senate on October 3rd—a bill that restricts e-scooter use by children and sets limits to keep riders safe.
The law bans riders under 16, requires helmets for 16- and 17-year-olds, allows only one rider per scooter, and sets a 20mph speed limit while letting local governments add harsher penalties.
📰 Lifestyle
Interior designer Cheri Privor from West Chester’s Archer & Buchanan Architecture helped Lindsay and Matt McGowen color drench their pool house from their 1700s home.
They used Benjamin Moore paints, applying flat White Dove on walls and satin White Dove on trim—creating a peaceful one-color scheme.
🎉 West Chester Events
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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.
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.
Throwdown Thursdays at Más
9-11:45 p.m. — Más Mexicali Cantina — $4 Miller Lites and $10 Marg Pitchers — Enjoy line dancing with Boot Scootin Becky and perfect your moves on the dance floor.
Fall Colors Hike for Kids
11 a.m. — Oakbourne Mansion & Park — $12 per child — Engage in a family-friendly adventure blending exploration and education for children ages 3-8.
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