West Chester
Morning News
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wegmans customers at West Erie and Peach Street raised $83,418 for Second Harvest Food Bank during the Check Out Hunger campaign from Oct. 22 to Nov. 29 — record-breaking donations amid rising food bank demand. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Clark’s Christmas Tree Farm in Cochranville celebrates over two decades of family holiday tradition with a range of trees available for cutting or pre-cut, plus a growing Christmas market featuring festive decor and treats. The shop stays open through the Sunday before Christmas. VISTA Today
- ➤ The Help Feed Chesco campaign has raised $219,238, surpassing its goal to support the Chester County Food Bank and food-insecure neighbors. Launched in October, the campaign paired a $100,000 matching fund with community donations (increasing food distribution amid rising need). VISTA Today
- ➤ West Chester kicked off the holiday season on Friday with Christmas Parade winners announced and now hosts free events including photos with Santa, hot chocolate, a holiday concert at 2–4 p.m., and the 6th Annual Christkindlmarkt (11 a.m.–6 p.m.) in town this weekend. MyChesCo
- ➤ The YMCA of Greater Brandywine hosted its Holiday Cheer drive last week across seven branches to provide donated toys, winter coats, meal kits and $25 gift cards to 788 families amid rising costs. The festive event featured music and snacks and was backed by 943 donors and 155 volunteers. MyChesCo
- ➤ Corporate volunteer teams from PNC and WSFS supported Partners in Outreach by organizing supplies, building libraries, and preparing programs for local children (a part of annual efforts like We Stand for Service Day and Operation Easter Basket) in Chester County. VISTA Today
- ➤ Barclay Friends emphasized its mission to support older adults — the organization is making a final push to meet a $1.5 million goal for Goshen Memory Care by year’s end, with Senior Director Crissy Bowden noting that donations will boost facility improvements and help address emerging needs. VISTA Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ National Art Honor Society students at Great Valley High School sent personalized portraits to children in Armenia through The Memory Project to offer hope during challenging times. The students spent over eight hours on each piece in early December to create meaningful connections between cultures. MyChesCo
- ➤ West Chester University will hold four winter commencement ceremonies Dec. 12-13 in Hollinger Field House on North Campus, honoring 863 undergraduates and 261 graduates with live streams for remote viewers. Graduates and guests should plan free parking in Sharpless Garage plus use New Street Garage overflow. VISTA Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Essential Utilities warns local homeowners to protect their pipes today as freezing temperatures may cause bursts and water outages — residents are advised to insulate vulnerable areas and secure outdoor faucets immediately. MyChesCo
- ➤ Residents gathered at Gilbertsville Fire & Rescue in Douglass Township to address PFAS concerns from the old Boyertown Landfill, where water tests have not met standards. Officials from the DEP & EPA said testing and filtration efforts will continue for up to 150 homes. WFMZ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Wednesday inspection by Chester County Health Department found food handling and storage issues at Alberto's Café Inc. on East Gay Street, where some problems were fixed plus follow-up checks may be planned to ensure food safety across local eateries. MyChesCo
- ➤ Chester County advocate Donna Imbierowicz (longtime campaigner) has worked for years to honor her daughter’s memory by raising carbon monoxide awareness after a tragic loss in 2014. She met with state officials in Harrisburg to designate November as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, supporting lifesaving education and prevention. 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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