Good morning, West Chester.

CCIU's Head Start program was chosen as a beneficiary of the WSFS Bank and Chamber of Commerce Holiday Toy Drive.

Donations collected at local branches were gathered at a breakfast held on Dec. 10 at St. Agnes School (by community groups) and will be distributed to families in need.

A study by Stroud Water Research Center in Avondale found local waterways reached salt levels twice as high as seawater, with 61 percent of sites over EPA limits after winter storms.

Pennsylvania lawmakers may work with PennDOT soon to adopt safer salt practices as seen in Maryland and New Hampshire.

East Vincent Township shelved an ordinance for a proposed data center after residents raised concerns about water use, noise, and the rural character around the old Pennhurst property.

Supervisors have scheduled a conditional use hearing (set for March) to review the application under current zoning laws.

Health inspectors inspected local eateries on Tuesday, Dec.

16 and found multiple food safety violations at Bonu Cafe Express, C-Town Supermarket, Cross Roads, Ice Line and Sabatino’s Grille — establishments cited issues with food temperatures, sanitation and labeling, and officials directed staff to fix the problems.

Barclay Friends, a trusted West Chester senior living facility, explains that personal care helps with daily living while skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical support.

Families note personal care requires private payment, whereas skilled nursing may be covered by Medicare and Medicaid (or long-term care insurance).

County health inspectors cited five food safety violations on Dec.

15 at Trader Joe’s (#594, 125 West Lincoln Highway) in Exton; affected foods were discarded and the store must fix refrigeration and equipment issues to meet safety rules.

Southampton Hot Tub in Exton explains how modern hot tubs offer water therapy that helps relieve muscle tension, stress and improves sleep.

The showroom shows customers new features like ergonomic seats (designed for spinal alignment) and adjustable massage jets to support at-home wellness.

Chester County’s 1906 at Longwood Gardens was named one of OpenTable’s 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America just in time for Valentine’s Day — the Kennett Square spot offers fresh, seasonal fare and a beautiful garden setting for a memorable meal.

Unionville Rowing Club has shifted its training to Octoraro Reservoir thanks to Chester Water Authority’s partnership, offering athletes a safe and closer practice spot (25 minutes from Unionville High School).

The club will soon launch community service projects and raise funds to upgrade from gas-powered to electric coaching engines.

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.