West Chester
Morning News
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Circuit Trails Coalition has reached 500 miles of trails and plans for 550 miles by 2030; key projects include the Highland Avenue Trail Connector in Chester and the Christian to Crescent connector, driven by public + philanthropic funds. VISTA Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chester County pizza shops (including Pica’s in West Chester, Joey’s in Thorndale, Johnny’s in Wayne and Santucci’s in Paoli) offer tasty takeout to simplify holiday hosting and support cozy winter nights. VISTA Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wawa remains Pennsylvania’s largest private company and ranked 21 nationally per Forbes (its revenue dropped to $18.64 billion), while Sheetz saw a steeper decline to $11 billion and fell to No. 43. The ranking shift reflects growing competition in the convenience market. VISTA Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State officials said Pennsylvania increased funding for its Educational Gratuity Program to support college students who are children of post-9/11 veterans. The state budget signed in November raised funding (from $320,000 to $350,000) as applications doubled in two years. MyChesCo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gary Smith, CCEDC chief, was reelected to a three-year term on the National Council board representing Pennsylvania — a role that draws on 20 years of agricultural expertise to shape policies for local farms. VISTA Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Downingtown stroke survivor John Monaghan met the doctor who saved his life, Dr. Jan-Karl Burkhardt, after recovering from COVID and relearning to walk following emergency surgery in Feb. and said the reunion felt like the best Christmas present. VISTA Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On New Year's Day, DCNR will offer 60 free guided hikes in 49 state parks and three forest districts — featuring a 1.5-mile walk with Ranger Kim at Marsh Creek State Park and an almost full moon hike at Delaware Canal State Park — with additional hikes planned in New Jersey via lottery entry. The Philadelphia Inquirer
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Former Landhope dairy farm in Kennett Square will be transformed into Willowdale, a $6 million wedding venue run by Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group + Bucklin owners, set to host indoor and outdoor ceremonies for up to 280 guests and open next September door to the Willowdale Steeplechase racecourse. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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