Good morning, West Chester.

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center collected 787 pounds of non-perishable food in November — 15 times its goal — and donated it to the Chester County Food Bank to support local families facing food insecurity.

The museum boosted donations with a buy-one, get-one-free ticket promotion.

Retired couple Mark and Beth Kessler run Third Horse Coffee, an online shop in Brookhaven that sells artisan roasted coffee from Golden Valley Farms (a West Chester roaster) while helping adults with disabilities find work.

They plan to open a brick-and-mortar store in the future.

ShopRite supermarkets is set to assume control of the West Goshen Town Center store in West Chester as part of its purchase of three stores from longtime family operators.

The deal is expected to be completed in January — keeping current staff and usual operations.

Church Street Gallery in West Chester now hosts a new oil painting exhibit by Downingtown artist Adrian Martinez, whose grouped works (including nods to classic literature) reflect human emotion with both humor and seriousness.

Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square now offers updated membership plans with options ranging from $120 to $775 that include unlimited access, guest tickets, and discounts on dining + Garden Shop purchases.

The membership benefits span seasonal events and exclusive member hours, though certain peak events require advance timed reservations.

New guidelines from TLC (The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth) advise local teachers and parents to support students with ADHD by using consistent routines, clear communication, and regular exercise so that children can focus, build on their strengths, and receive tailored support rather than harsh discipline.

On Sunday morning, over 6,000 homes and businesses lost power during heavy snowfall in southeastern Pennsylvania.

PECO crews worked to restore service with updates every 10 minutes (reporting 139 active outages) while restoration times varied by county.

PennDOT will repair an inlet along Route 100 in Upper Uwchlan Township today through Friday, Dec.

19, with a lane closure on southbound Route 100 at Park Road from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily (weather dependent). Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time for delays.

Andiario’s is a local West Chester restaurant listed in The Philadelphia Inquirer's Top 10 Restaurants, where chef Anthony Andiario prepares seasonal, pre-set $80 dinners that require reservations.

The restaurant is celebrated for its unique Italian cuisine, attracting food lovers from around town.

Chester County restaurants will offer Christmas Eve dining options including meals at Black Powder Tavern in Wayne, Sedona Taphouse (with a West Chester location), Roots Café in West Chester, and Cedar Hollow Inn in Malvern, with brunch and dinner reservations starting as early as 10 AM and takeout available.

Clocktower Farm in West Chester has been renovated, preserving original features such as brass doorknobs & a restored 68-foot clock tower.

Owners Beth and Chris Knauer worked with Archer & Buchanan Architecture to create a welcoming space with a new sunken garden for community gatherings.

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.