Can I say a record number? I don’t know but a whole lot of new restaurants are coming to the Borough over the next few months. We take a look at them all. (Yum.) Plus, the Borough approves preliminary plans for a new 185-unit apartment complex, Bert's Ice Cream opens and West Chester University’s Gordon Nature Area celebrates 50 years. Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: Sept. 8, 2023
Split Rail has reopened. I spoke with management on what went wrong and how they plan to make it right. Plus, the West Chester Planning Commission approves preliminary development plans for Mitch’s, and a new wine bar is coming to Church Street. Everything but more manhunt news. Who's ready? Let's catch up.
West Chester Terminates Adult League’s Lease After More Than 60 Years
Last month West Chester Borough Council voted unanimously to kick out the West Chester Adult Baseball League. Park neighbors have been complaining about the long-time patrons of the Hoopes Park diamond for years. They finally got the borough's attention. The list of violations is long and potentially criminal.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: June 16, 2023
Updates on the new 181-unit apartment complex planned for Mitch’s Gym. This may not be a done deal yet. Plus, West Chester is dealing with an ongoing sewer leak, the school district ends its open campus policy for upper-classmen and a new tequila bar. Who’s ready? Let’s catch up.
West Chester Weekly News Roundup: June 9, 2023
A new charter school proposes to bring a “classical” education to Chester County. What exactly does that mean, and is the pushback from parents warranted? WCASD will hold a hearing next week. Plus, a Gay Street closure refresh and why Wrong Crowd is the right place to be. Who’s ready? Let’s catch up!
Where Did All the Races Go?
In honor of Global Running Day, a look at the West Chester running scene and how it has changed over the years.