ChatGPT has lowered its age of access to 13 with parental consent. What is the West Chester school district shares doing to prepare? Plus, what to expect at Tuesday's Planning Commission meeting and finally, (finally) answers to a favorite question - what’s happening with Laurentos on Gay Street? Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Mar. 17, 2023
Happy St. Patty’s Day! This week West Chester fights to preserve neighborhood charm against the intruding sameness of modern construction. Plus, after two unique performances, Uptown calls it quits on producing its own plays. And discussion topic: is La Scala’s Fire finally going to open at 44 West? Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.
Mayday Coffee Opens in West Chester
When you walk in the doors of Mayday coffee – you are greeted by a lot of white, beige, and peach. On your left is a mini-shop stocked with curated gifts. Behind that, the espresso bar and pour-over coffee area. In the back, is an event space that will be available to rent. Anyway, maybe it’s the peach but it doesn’t exactly feel like West Chester which, I am to learn, is the point.
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.
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.
West Chester Restaurant Week Returns
Sunday marked the start of the second annual Restaurant Week. The event was started last year to call attention (and people) to West Chester’s diverse restaurant scene and continues this year with a slew of mouth-watering menus. Here's what you can expect if you head downtown.