Good morning, West Chester.

On Tuesday, Dec. 16, Freedom Village at Brandywine collected 140 toys and $350 in gift cards for (Project Snowflake) to support local families with children from 3 to 12 and delivered the donations to Reeceville Elementary just across the street.

Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter joins the Met Gala host committee for 2026—set for spring—with 15 other celebrities after Vogue announced the news on Dec.

12; Carpenter, a six-time Grammy nominee who recently ended her tour, returns to the event with prior appearances.

A new survey by Real Clear Politics and Emerson College shows that 38% of Pennsylvanians support data centers statewide while 35% oppose them; local support is lower at 34% and 43% oppose *with water and electricity concerns influencing opinions*.

In southeastern Pennsylvania, 45% oppose data centers in their area.

Chester County will add 16 propane buses to its fleet by February and is set to build a fueling station in Coatesville to lower costs as part of its climate action plan.

Officials expect fuel savings to cover the upfront cost within 18 months & boost sustainability.

Physicians at a prominent system completed the first commercial procedures using Lungpacer's FDA-approved AeroPace System, a breakthrough, minimally-invasive treatment that helps patients on ventilators regain independent breathing.

Lungpacer said the treatment showed steady progress and plans to expand availability following new reimbursement on Oct. 1.

Pennsylvania health officials allocated $1 million to strengthen TB prevention by expanding services at 59 state health centers + 11 county programs, while state leaders earlier this week urged residents to get flu shots, including a self-administered nasal spray option, as seasonal cases rise.

The Jockey Tavern (in Malvern) honors horse racing heritage with chic equestrian decor and a menu of lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch (opened late 2024).

The family-run tavern welcomes local food lovers and horse enthusiasts with a daily 3 PM cocktail hour.

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.