Good morning, West Chester.

On October 19, cooks gathered on West Chester’s Gay Street to serve different styles of chili and help those facing food insecurity.

Organized by Fiorenza’s Food For Friends (a nonprofit working to prevent hunger), the cook-off featured local vendors and donated leftover food to Safe Harbor emergency shelter.

On Sept. 11, five Indigenous Lenape elders from the Delaware Tribe of Indians visited West Chester University in a program hosted by the Chester County History Center as part of America250—traveling from Oklahoma, they shared their traditions and hopes that local youth will continue to learn about Lenape culture.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission voted 5-0 on Thursday to investigate PPL Electric’s request for a $356 million rate increase—one that would raise a typical residential bill by about $13 and pause the new rates until at least seven months after the planned December 1 start date. Public hearings will be scheduled soon to gather customer testimony before PPL aims for new rates on July 1.

Local sportswriter Sam Matta spoke out at a pizza shop in Frackville after FBI arrested Portland Trail Blazers Head Coach Chauncy Billups and Miami Heat Guard Terry Rozier in a sports gambling scandal—retired FBI agent Scott Curtis said rising legal betting may spur more illegal wagers.

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.

Throwdown Thursdays at Más

9-11:45 p.m. — Más Mexicali Cantina — $4 Miller Lites and $10 Marg Pitchers — Kick up your heels with Boot Scootin Becky as you enjoy a lively line dancing night.