Good morning, West Chester.

Trinseo opened its new North America Innovation Center in Exton at the Oaklands Corporate Center, making Chester County a key hub for the company’s research and development.

The facility has advanced testing labs and materials compounding lines—tools that will boost Trinseo’s efforts in sustainable innovation.

Laurie Ryan began her role as President of the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce in early November after leading the Exton Region Chamber, and she plans to work closely with the Board and local businesses—using her voice to boost chamber initiatives for community support.

HBO renewed the crime thriller series Task for a second season — production will return to Chester County with a mostly new cast that continues the story from season one.

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine announced that all eight summer camps have earned ACA accreditation by meeting more than 290 standards in safety and program quality plus boosting families’ trust in its programs.

Registration for summer camp opens Jan. 13 with a 10 percent early discount.

Over 150 students from Conestoga High School marched during the final 6abc School Spirit Friday on November 21, where the band energized the crowd with a lively performance that brought a festive beat to the Yard.

Campaign 1776 members and government funds preserved the 10-acre Dilworth Farm at 1370 Birmingham Road near the Brandywine Battlefield yesterday, marking 240 years since the Revolutionary War battle.

Reps Ryan Costello and Patrick Meehan secured funding with grants (Chester County provided $350,000 and Campaign 1776 contributed $75,000) while the National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program covered the balance, and the site will be transferred to the county by year’s end (currently owned by the Civil War Trust).

Food safety inspections across Chester County uncovered serious health violations at a major grocery store and several popular restaurants, including Limoncello Restaurant and Spence Café in West Chester, with issues such as water leaks, unsafe temperatures, and unsanitary practices. County officials said each establishment must correct its infractions within the required timeline to ensure safe operations for the upcoming holiday season.

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.

Christkindlmarkt 2025

11 AM – 6 PM — Gay Street — Free — Explore over 100 vendors featuring handcrafted goods at this festive outdoor holiday market.