Last week a Pandemic-era boost to SNAP ended in Pennslyvania. Under the measure, qualifying households received extra money to spend on food. There is real concern about ending the program while food prices remain high - a look at the situation here.
Residents Notified Development Coming to Burger King Property
Last month residents living in the area surrounding the former Burger King property received a letter from Borough-based law firm, MacElree Harvey inviting them to attend an upcoming meeting of the Borough Council Planning Commission.
Dig in: Community Garden Space Open to West Chester Gardeners
Say hello, to your own little piece of the Borough. West End Community Garden located on W. Gay Street kitty corner from St. Agnes has two spots open this year and so does the West Chester Green Team. “This is a rare and coveted situation!” the community gardeners told me this week.
West Chester Home Prices Speed Past the Rest of the State
I thought all these interest rate hikes were supposed to slow the rise of home prices? Well, it doesn't appear to be working – at least not here, at least not yet. Earlier this month Stacker released a ranking of cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania, and guess who scored really, really well? Like, 13th out of 755 cities well? I'll give you one guess.
Holy, Mother of Compost, I Think We’ve Finally Got a Solution
Some exciting news for those of you patiently waiting for a compost collection service willing to collect in the borough – the wait is over! Beginning this week Mother Compost, a locally-owned, female-run food waste collection service currently servicing the Main Line, is accepting West Chester customers.
West Chester Summer Swim Guide 2023
We are about to embark on a new pool adventure. After years as members of the YMCA outdoor pool, we have decided to break off and try something new, or rather, something old. Goodbye waterpark. It’s back to basics. A pool, some grills, and a basketball hoop, but I am hoping the opportunity to run around with friends (and the peace that comes from fully-entertained kids) will more than make up for it. Need a place to dip your toes this summer? Here are your options.