Good morning, West Chester.

Chester County residents can help break the Guinness World Record for the Longest Chain Push-Up on Nov 15 at 2 p.m. at Bishop Shanahan High School—organizer Devin Gage of Gage Strength Training needs 150 participants to beat the current record of 136.

Proceeds from the event will support Team Foster—a nonprofit that connects veterans with service animals.

A Chester County restaurant is offering free meals to families during the federal SNAP pause—local businesses, churches, and community groups are joining to support residents in need.

PPL Foundation donated $100,000 to support agencies in keeping food pantries stocked amid growing food insecurity in the area.

The funds will help close gaps in food access and provide relief to local residents—ensuring critical supplies are available during challenging times.

WSFS Bank partnered with StriveWell to help founders Rico Macaraeg and Steven Schnelle expand from one New Jersey location into a chain that now includes a third SWTHZ site and STRONG Pilates studio, which opened in August.

The SBA lending from WSFS provided flexible capital and fast turnaround—supporting further growth in the health and fitness market.

TD Bank announced on November 4 that it will close 51 branches nationwide as part of its shift to digital banking, including the Chester County branch at 200 Lancaster Avenue in Devon.

The closures are part of a strategy to cut 10 percent of its locations based on factors like branch traffic and customer needs—and this decision is separate from the bank’s recent regulatory settlement.

West Pharmaceutical Services will join four investor conferences this November and December to showcase its growth strategy amid rising global demand for injectable drug delivery solutions—executives are set to participate in live fireside chats in Palm Beach Gardens on November 11, in London on November 18, in Nashville on November 20, and in Miami on December 2.

Four large Revolutionary War-era cannons were unearthed at the Thomas P.

Bentley Nature Preserve in Glenmoore by the French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust; the cannons, cast at Warwick Furnace during the 1777 British advance on Philadelphia, are over seven feet long and weigh more than 4,500 pounds.

West Chester University honored veterans, active-duty members, and first responders at its Military and First Responder Appreciation Game on Nov 1 at Farrell Stadium — the pregame ceremony featured a coin toss by a USMC sergeant and honorary captains among students who served in the military or as first responders. The event celebrated the service of those who keep our community safe and supported the university’s student veteran programs.

Carrie Ritrovato serves as Personal Care Director of Nursing at Barclay Friends in West Chester where she uses clinical expertise and compassion to support residents and assist her team—she is focused on expanding dementia training and reviving the dementia support group in the coming months.

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.

Chester County Craft Show

2-8 p.m. — Sturzebecker Health Science Center — Free entry — Browse through 200+ local vendors for unique holiday gifts and crafts.

2025 West Chester Christmas Parade

5:30-9:30 p.m. — West Chester Lodge #322 — Free — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a festive parade featuring local performers, award-winning floats, and Santa's appearance.