Good morning, West Chester.

Chef Francis Pascal opened L’Olivo Trattoria last week at Eagleview Town Center in Exton — the new Italian restaurant serves homemade pasta, slow-cooked meats and grilled seafood with curated wines and seats up to 90 guests in a 3,500-square-foot space — offering a fresh dining option in Chester County.

Three Chester County companies were named among the 56 largest family-owned businesses in Greater Philadelphia + West Chester’s A.

Duie Pyle ranked sixth with 1,144 employees, 10 local offices and $842 million in revenue, while The Judge Group and Brock & Company were also listed.

State Parks across Pennsylvania are adding glamping—French Creek State Park in Chester County will offer Loop A from March 6 to December 31 and Loop B from April 24 to October 31, 2026—to provide a comfortable camping experience with modern amenities.

Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has set up 61 glamping sites at eight state parks to meet growing visitor demand.

The Shapiro Administration preserved two equine farms in Chester County from future development by investing $196,159, with state funds of $15,509 plus county funds of $180,650.

Gaye A. Bergstrom, a 20-acre farm in Upper Oxford and West Fallowfield Townships, and Louise W. Hendriks, a 19-acre farm in East Marlborough Township, were permanently protected to support local farming.

Bistro 24 in Marchwood Shopping Center serves double chocolate waffles made with real chocolate and topped with chocolate ice cream—locals praise the dish as some of the best in Chester County.

The diner also offers classic dishes and gluten-free options for all tastes.

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.

West Chester Veteran's Day Parade 2025

2 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — Free entry — Celebrate and honor veterans with a festive parade through the heart of West Chester.