Good morning, West Chester.

The FTC ended its nationwide ban on noncompete agreements and will now review them on a case-by-case basis—local employers must audit their contracts to comply with federal and Pennsylvania law.

This shift means that while the blanket rule is off, enforcement of overly broad contracts remains a priority.

Two West Chester restaurants were named on The Philadelphia Inquirer’s list of defining restaurants in the region—Andiario offers fine dining with handmade pasta and a rotating menu while Pizza West Chester focuses on consistent, Jersey-style pizza made with a crispy crust.

Anthony Jones retired from West Chester Public Works after 41 years and was honored at a borough council meeting with a citation and keys to the borough—he is known as 'The Original Mayor of West Chester.' He now looks forward to fishing and spending time with his children as he reflects on decades of work that shaped local public services.

Verrica Pharmaceuticals announced it will present new phase 2 data on its oncolytic peptide therapy VP-315 for treating basal cell carcinoma at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer Annual Meeting from November 5 to 9 at National Harbor, Maryland.

The company will offer an oral presentation by Dr. Kenneth Y. Tsai on November 7 plus a poster session with additional findings, and the abstract will be available on November 4 at 9 a.m. ET.

After Penn State lost three nonconference games, head coach James Franklin was fired after 12 seasons, sparking mixed reactions among local students—some calling the move necessary while others worry about the team’s future.

Fans expect a strong new coach to be hired soon to turn things around.

Sean Couturier scored two goals and two assists as the Flyers beat the Panthers 5-2 in their emotional home opener Monday night, showing he has overcome back problems and past coaching issues under new coach Rick Tocchet.

The team paid tribute to the late Parent with a special display—honoring his legacy—and fans cheered a fresh start toward playoff contention.

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.

Throwdown Thursdays at Más

9-11:45 p.m. — Más Mexicali Cantina — $4 Miller Lites, $10 Marg Pitchers — Line dance the night away with Boot Scootin Becky and enjoy tasty drink specials.