No longer just a place to watch a show, Uptown! Performing Arts Center is now a content producer. What that means and what to expect from their first theater performance in years. Plus, is this the end of West Chester's Halloween parade? After successfully pulling off its first parade in years, the Borough announced this week it is ready to call it quits and how likely is it you'll find the house of your dreams in the Borough? In this real estate climate, not likely. We look at the numbers. Grab yourself a hot beverage and let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Oct. 21, 2022
While the Gay Street weekend-only or 24/7 debate rages on, one thing is becoming increasingly clear, West Chester's Open Air Market will start much earlier and end later than in previous years. Also, new development is planned for the old Wyeth property - it's not Amazon, but it's for real this time - and the Borough presents its final budget for 2023. Grab yourself a Phillies cookie (or two) and let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Oct. 14, 2022
Staycation will get a whole new meaning if regal Greystone Hall is granted its wish to become a 4-star inn. The plans and what a "very upscale" guest room could look like. Plus, the latest on the search for a serial burglar has been terrorizing the southeast end of the Borough - seven break-ins were reported in September alone, the Borough's first selfie wall and enough treats to make the rest bearable. Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Oct. 7, 2022
This week we get our first look at the plan to make the seasonal Gay Street closure permanent - and spoiler alert - the plan is gates. Yes, gates. Plus, we talk to the Chili King about what to expect when the Cook-Off returns on Sunday and restaurant inspection reports for September. It was a no-good, very bad month, for one local food service provider. Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Sept. 30, 2022
As hurricane Ian approaches the question is will the borough flood this weekend? The answer - is yes. I speak to the experts on why it's happening and what we can do about it. Organizers plan for a rainy OutFest and we pour a little out for one of my favorite West Chester events. That's ok because there are butter boards and pumpkin pie lattes to get us through. Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Sept. 23, 2022
West Chester's OutFest was canceled due to an abundance of hate. Why the Borough backed down and what's next for this commUNITY? Plus, it's budget season. Should you plan for another tax increase? It is undecided. It is fall and we are Oktoberfesting this weekend. After this week I think we need it. But first - let's catch up.