Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chester County is seeking nominations for the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars award to recognize local leaders. Entries for nominees under 40 must be submitted by Jan. 23, with winners announced the week of Feb. 10 & celebrated April 30 at the Penn State Great Valley Conference Center. VISTA Today
- ➤ The Carnival of Lights event held at Norco Fire Company provided holiday cheer and raised funds for local firefighters on Monday, Dec. 8. General Manager Bill George said he hopes children will remember the display and return each year. 6abc Philadelphia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This holiday season, West Chester hosts Lights Up Holiday Weekends with live music, festive markets, Santa Claus and a gingerbread competition on each weekend, while nearby displays such as the Griswolds’ home lit with thousands of LED lights raise funds for animal rescue (LaMancha Animal Rescue in Coatesville). VISTA Today
- ➤ The Farm at Doe Run in Unionville had two cheeses earn spots on the 15 Highest Quality Cheeses in America list on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The creamery's 'Hickory on the Hill' and Creamery Collection Batch #17 stand out for their unique production methods and quality taste. VISTA Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local female wrestlers have been making history since the state sanctioned girls wrestling in 2023 — Chester County teams, including Downingtown West and Bishop Shanahan, have dominated finals while athletes like Sarah Pearson built new friendships in tournaments that saw 280 schools compete this season. VISTA Today
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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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Have a Ball! New Year Family Event 2025
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Chester County History Center — $10 — Kids can create party kits and enjoy themed crafts and treats as they prepare for the New Year.
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