Every year on the fourth weekend of April, West Chester hosts its very own international film festival. Started nearly two decades ago by enthusiasts grabbing space and setting up projectors in empty downtown storefronts. Today the West Chester Film Festival has a permanent set up at the Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center but the experience is no less dynamic - if anything, it’s more so.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: April 14, 2022
As flooding gets worse around the borough, West Chester has money to spend - but does it have a master plan to fix the problem? A look at what is planned for this year. Plus, two fifth graders organize a rally for Ukraine's kids and it seems my concerns over West Chester's coffee shop shortage may soon be over. Wishing everyone a happy Easter but before we get there - let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: April 8, 2022
West Chester Area School Board members are back at the job, but for how long? A look at the case against masking that could upend the district. Plus, the property affectionately known as “Rancid Cheese Diaper Swamp” by neighbors may finally be sold and your favorite fundraising events are returning this spring. A bubble walk, anyone? Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Mar. 25, 2022
While we were lamenting the closing of Jane Chalfant and the passing of Sal Inzone, Sr., downtown took another hit losing yet another feature that made West Chester, West Chester. Plus, the West Chester Area School district lays out its plan to remain one of the state's top districts, Faunbrook B&B is for sale and a Henderson grad needs your help. It’s never dull around here. Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Summer Swim Guide 2022
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.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Feb. 25, 2022
West Chester's new Restaurant Week is almost here. How it works and who's participating. Plus, a West Chester student sends out a survey that enrages the internet - fortunately most of West Chester manages to keep calm and carry on, the consequences of West Chester's vaccine mandate, and hey sir, why are you picking on the West Chester Railroad? It's been an interesting week. Who's ready? Let's catch up.