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News updated Oct 3, 2026.
environment · school district announcement
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District says installation of the rooftop solar array at Unionville High School is complete. The roughly 900-panel, 650-kilowatt system is projected to provide about a quarter of district electricity and save at least $75,000 each year.
Read at Unionville-Chadds Ford School Districthealth · institution announcement
Penn Vet says construction has begun on a 63,000-square-foot veterinary diagnostic laboratory at New Bolton Center. The $94 million facility is expected to be completed in 2028, with laboratories moving in during 2029.
Read at Penn Todayeducation · institution announcement
Immaculata University says a $3.3 million legacy gift helped create a broadcast studio, podcast studio and digital media lab in Gabriele Library, along with new quiet study areas.
Read at VISTA.Todaydevelopment · news report
A planned auction of roughly 80 acres and more than 100 home sites and businesses in Warwick Township was postponed. A spokesperson cited complications with online bidding and on-site phone communications; a new date had not been set in the report.
Read at The Philadelphia Inquirerculture · publisher feature
VISTA.Today’s feature spotlights writers with Chester County connections, including Lisa Scottoline of Malvern and Jerry and Eileen Spinelli of Phoenixville. It points readers to their local ties and recent work.
Read at VISTA.Todaydevelopment · publisher report
VISTA.Today reports that Benchmark Construction paid $23 million for vacant land along Route 30 near Parkesburg. The company had not shared a plan for the property; any proposal would need township review.
Read at VISTA.Todaycommunity · sponsored feature
Spotlight PA profiles Elaine Miller, a longtime volunteer at Phoenixville Area Community Services. The organization told the newsroom it served more than 12,000 people in Northern Chester County in the previous month.
Read at Spotlight PAcivic · news report
The township’s supervisors adopted an ordinance covering siting, noise, water, cooling and power requirements for future data center proposals. The report says it does not apply to the Cyprus Foote project already underway.
Read at The Philadelphia Inquirercivic · government release
The County says grants will support a 911 upgrade, safety work at the Downingtown trestle and a flood-safety pilot in six local communities, along with heritage-tourism kiosks.
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Countywide · environment · school district announcement
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District says installation of the rooftop solar array at Unionville High School is complete. The roughly 900-panel, 650-kilowatt system is projected to provide about a quarter of district electricity and save at least $75,000 each year.
Read at Unionville-Chadds Ford School DistrictCountywide · health · institution announcement
Penn Vet says construction has begun on a 63,000-square-foot veterinary diagnostic laboratory at New Bolton Center. The $94 million facility is expected to be completed in 2028, with laboratories moving in during 2029.
Read at Penn TodayCountywide · education · institution announcement
Immaculata University says a $3.3 million legacy gift helped create a broadcast studio, podcast studio and digital media lab in Gabriele Library, along with new quiet study areas.
Read at VISTA.TodayCountywide · culture · publisher feature
VISTA.Today’s feature spotlights writers with Chester County connections, including Lisa Scottoline of Malvern and Jerry and Eileen Spinelli of Phoenixville. It points readers to their local ties and recent work.
Read at VISTA.TodayCountywide · community · sponsored feature
Spotlight PA profiles Elaine Miller, a longtime volunteer at Phoenixville Area Community Services. The organization told the newsroom it served more than 12,000 people in Northern Chester County in the previous month.
Read at Spotlight PACountywide · civic · government release
The County says grants will support a 911 upgrade, safety work at the Downingtown trestle and a flood-safety pilot in six local communities, along with heritage-tourism kiosks.
Read at Chester County GovernmentNo current countywide reading is in this edition.
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Event calendar updated Oct 3, 2026.
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community · Kennett Square
Announced
Oct 15, 2026, 5:30 PM · State Street, Kennett Square
Open publisher informationoutdoors · East Bradford
Announced
Oct 24, 2026, 10:00 AM · Starr Farm Park, 1079 Skelp Level Road, East Bradford Township
Open publisher informationcommunity · West Chester
Announced
Oct 28, 2026, 7:00 PM · Downtown West Chester
Open publisher informationcommunity · Oxford
Announced
Oct 29, 2026, 6:30 PM · Downtown Oxford
Open publisher informationcommunity · Kennett Square
Announced
Nov 21, 2026, 6:00 PM · State Street, Kennett Square
Open publisher informationcommunity · Phoenixville
Announced
Dec 12, 2026, 3:00 PM · Reservoir Park, 601 Franklin Ave, Phoenixville, PA
Open publisher informationcommunity · Kennett Square
Announced
Dec 17, 2026, 5:00 PM · State Street, Kennett Square
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Library · In town
In the West Grove Borough building, this local library keeps useful weekday and Saturday hours. The two-hour spaces fill a practical need for a quick browse; ask for a guest pass if you expect to stay longer.
Current guide and official detailsFarmers market · In town
A Friday gathering for local farmers and food makers, now at the Borough Hall lot. The market's own page confirms the weekly rhythm and free on-site parking; follow it for seasonal updates.
Current guide and official detailsFarmers market · In town
At Church and Chestnut, this producer-only market is a good place to meet the people behind the food. Its seasonal calendar shifts in winter, while the newsletter carries week-to-week vendor news.
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Library · Around town
Make a reading or resource stop along Lincoln Highway, then check the library's own calendar for a program that fits your day. Its site keeps the current hours and visitor information together.
Current guide and official detailsLibrary · Around town
A useful downtown Oxford stop for books, study space, technology and programs. The library lists free parking behind the building and an accessible entrance with an elevator inside.
Current guide and official detailsLibrary · Around town
A rural library with books and media for all ages, public computers and Wi-Fi, plus a small used-book boutique near the front door. Check the calendar for its current mix of programs.
Current guide and official detailsLibrary · Around town
A regional library open to everyone, with a roomy schedule for browsing, studying and community programs. Free parking behind the building makes the Willow Street entrance the simplest place to start.
Current guide and official detailsFarmers market · Around town
A downtown Oxford market for fresh produce, baked goods, salsas, candles and local makers. Its organizer lists current dates and the outdoor site, so check the calendar before planning around it.
Current guide and official detailsFarm market · Around town
More than a produce stop: the market's operator lists prepared-food counters, bakery items, produce and several small businesses at its Limestone Road address. Call ahead for today's hours and selection.
Current guide and official detailsFarmers market · Around town
A Saturday stop at Kerr Park whose growers, food makers and small extras change week by week. The organizer refreshes its page with that week's lineup, so it is the best place to check before leaving home.
Current guide and official detailsFarm market · Around town
The County's farm outlet directory lists this Coatesville-area market and a phone number. Hours and payment practices can change by business, so call before making a special trip.
Current guide and official detailsMuseum · Around town
Coatesville's steel story unfolds on foot across a 20-acre site, moving between indoor exhibits and large steel artifacts outdoors. The museum recommends about an hour for general admission; add-ons and time outside extend the visit.
Current guide and official detailsMuseum · Around town
A downtown museum for Chester County stories, with changing galleries, a research library and a museum shop. Check the current exhibit and tour schedule; library and photo-archive visits are best arranged ahead.
Current guide and official detailsArts venue · Around town
A historic Bridge Street theater with three auditoriums for films, concerts and live shows. Pick a specific screening or performance first: seat layouts, prices and the room in use vary by event.
Current guide and official detailsMuseum · Around town
A self-guided look at rotorcraft from around the world, with several aircraft visitors can enter and an indoor lunch room for a packed meal. Service animals are welcome; leave pets at home.
Current guide and official detailsArts venue · Around town
A full theater campus in Malvern: two stages, classes and shows, including a larger stage inside a historic stone barn. Choose a specific production before planning; tickets, schedule and access notes depend on the show.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A working orchard and farm market between West Chester and Downingtown, with pick-your-own crops, a bakery counter, and a year-round reason to stop for something from the fields.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
An Avondale-area orchard and farm outlet on Glen Willow Road. The operator publishes directions and contact details; ask ahead about current crops and seasonal availability.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A Malvern-area farm stand and pick-your-own stop for farm-grown fruit and vegetables, sunflowers, and pumpkins; check the farm’s updates for crop timing.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A family-run apple orchard near Parkesburg with pick-your-own fruit, a barn market, and a small-scale, low-key feel described by the growers themselves.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A family farm outside Downingtown with a pick-your-own experience; the growers direct visitors to their social updates for crop availability and changing hours.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A family-owned Atglen farm that grows strawberries and pumpkins, with pick-your-own and pre-picked choices and a modest play-and-games area in fall.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A woman-owned West Brandywine farm with vegetable shares and a public FarmShop; produce availability follows the growing season and the farm’s own pickup schedule.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A working West Chester farm with a public farm market, CSA shares, naturally grown vegetables, and an invitation to arrange tours and farm-history experiences.
Current guide and official detailsLocal maker · Around town
A fifth-generation Ayrshire dairy farm near Elverson that makes cheeses, yogurt, butter, and other dairy goods from milk produced by its own herd.
Current guide and official detailsFarm orchard · Around town
A family-run Honey Brook market with cheese made on the farm, baked goods, prepared food, and a broad country-store selection; verify hours before visiting.
Current guide and official detailsLocal maker · Around town
A Phoenixville-area farm store for yogurt and dairy products, eggs, and beef, with online ordering for farm pickup and a call-ahead routine.
Current guide and official detailsLocal maker · Around town
A Honey Brook goat dairy and teaching farm where booked small-group classes cover cheese, yogurt, kefir, and gentle milking techniques.
Current guide and official detailsLocal maker · Around town
A Coatesville family farm where sisters Amy and Joanne grow lavender, make farm-crafted goods, and welcome visitors to a barn shop and seasonal programs.
Current guide and official detailsLocal maker · Around town
An Elverson flower farm and design studio with seasonal bouquets, a farm store, pick-your-own flowers, and custom floral work.
Current guide and official detailsLocal maker · Around town
A Kennett Square specialty shop for fresh local mushrooms, regional gifts, cookbooks, and home-growing kits, with seasonal foraged varieties by availability.
Current guide and official detailsCoffee · Around town
A West Chester cafe serving hot and iced coffee, tea, smoothies, and other drinks, connected to a separate local roastery and coffee shop.
Current guide and official detailsCoffee · Around town
A West Chester-area coffee roaster with an in-store purchase option and a complimentary cup, plus small gift goods and local honey.
Current guide and official detailsBakery · Around town
A downtown West Chester retail bakery baking pastries, breads, cookies, cakes, and other treats on the premises.
Current guide and official detailsBakery · Around town
A family-run West Chester bagel shop making bagels daily and serving breakfast, lunch, sandwiches, and bakery treats.
Current guide and official detailsBakery · Around town
A West Chester artisan bakery making French-inspired pastries in small batches and selling through a Saturday market booth with online preorders.
Current guide and official detailsBakery · Around town
A Phoenixville bread bakery staffed by bakers of all abilities, using locally and regionally grown grains and milling much of its grain through its partner farm.
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