West Chester
Morning News
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. VISTA Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Philadelphia Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. MyChesCo
- ➤ 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. MyChesCo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. VISTA Today
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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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