Construction galore is happening around the Borough and beyond. What exactly are they doing and where you should avoid. Plus, Price Street neighbors lobby for a stop sign, a Church Street history lesson, a big win for Rustin and new details emerge about the Burger King property, like how many apartments they’re going to try and squeeze on the lot. Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Food Cupboard Prepares for Increased Demand
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.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Mar. 3, 2023
Residents near the old Burger King on High Street were notified last month plans are proceeding for the property. What’s happening and how to be the first to get all the details. Plus, Restaurant Inspection violations spike in February, and Mayday is open! I get a first look at West Chester’s newest coffee shop.
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.
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 Weekly News Roundup: Feb. 24, 2023
After years of back and forth and broken promises, another compost collection service is ready to take on the Borough - but can they really handle us? I get all the details. Plus, Restaurant Week starts Sunday and wow, these menus, Rustin’s taking home all the bragging rights and a new vintage clothing store opens downtown. Only this time it’s Ts and sports apparel. Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.