West Chester
Morning News
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share for its common and Class B stock, with payment scheduled on Dec. 12 for shareholders of record on Dec. 3 — the move reflects continued global demand for electronic parts. MyChesCo
- ➤ TELA Bio announced a new round of equity awards to attract and retain talent by awarding 30,200 restricted stock units for 17 new hires + stock options for one employee; the awards, granted on November 10 with four-year vesting, supported the firm’s expansion in soft-tissue reconstruction technologies. MyChesCo
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Immaculata Symphony will perform its annual Christmas concert on Dec. 7 at Immaculata University’s Alumnae Hall and will feature a live screening of The Snowman along with other holiday favorites at 3:00 p.m. Music Director Joseph Gehring will lead the orchestra and tickets cost $10 for general admission (students and children attend for free). VISTA Today
- ➤ Chester County has been featured in films and TV shows this decade as Adam Sandler filmed Hustle in Coatesville and dined at DanDan in Wayne, the Netflix series Tires was shot at Tires Etc. on Gay Street in West Chester, HBO’s Task filmed at Lefty’s Bar in Coatesville, and an upcoming adaptation of Heaven & Earth Grocery Store will begin filming in nearby Pottstown. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT will close a section of Route 52 between Tracie Lynn Drive and Rosedale Avenue from December 1 to December 24 for stormwater system upgrades as part of a $15.9 million initiative on over 90 state highways—motorists should follow detour routes including Birmingham Road, Route 926, U.S. 202, Business U.S. 322, and Route 52 while local access remains available. The work is weather dependent and drivers are urged to allow extra travel time. MyChesCo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Grace Powell explains that winter blues can be eased by small changes, such as taking a short morning walk—boosting endorphins and exposure to natural light—and trying simple crafts and seasonal recipes to relieve stress and adjust sleep patterns. These practical steps are designed to help people stay motivated during shorter, darker days. The Quad
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Eagles star couple Landon and Brooke Dickerson shared five home renovation projects on Instagram that update their West Chester house. The couple balances a busy football season with home improvements such as stairs and bathroom updates—drawing over 71,000 fans. VISTA Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The West Chester University women's soccer team beat West Virginia State 5-2 on November 21 at Rockwell Field—Kianna Barber scored a historic hat trick in the first 47 minutes and Victoria Pungello added two goals to set a new scoring record; they then defeated Fairmont State 1-0 on November 23 and will play in the Atlantic Regional Championship on November 30. The Quad
- ➤ West Chester University Fencing Club is expanding its campus presence as rising membership drives weekly practices, gear-provided training, and regional tournaments led by coaches Mark and Joe. The club hosts social events — including group dinners — and welcomes both new and experienced athletes to learn the sport. The Quad
- ➤ West Chester University Women’s Basketball Team lost 83-50 to LaSalle on Tuesday, November 18 in their first inter-divisional matchup in over 40 years—WCU recorded 26 fouls compared to LaSalle's 14 and struggled with rebounds, marking their worst loss in nearly four years. The Quad
- ➤ Fatima Rizvi began playing golf in Lucknow, India and soon joined international tournaments before moving to the United States. She won her first college event at Albright and now plays for West Chester University while aiming to improve her scores for the spring conference championship—her journey shows hard work and talent. The Quad
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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.
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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.
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Christkindlmarkt 2025
11 AM – 6 PM — Gay Street — Free — Explore over 100 vendors featuring handcrafted goods at this festive outdoor holiday market.
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~ Ursula K. Le Guin
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