West Chester
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West Chester’s Lorenzo’s Steaks and Hoagies Expands to Philadelphia Location
West Chester staple Lorenzo’s Steaks and Hoagies will soon open a location in Manayunk, writes Max Bennett for Patch. Shop owners Antonio Coppola, Angelo Coppola, Antonio Nilli, and Giovanni Nilli hope to open the new Manayunk location by the first Monday in February. Lorenzo’s currently serves sandwiches, burgers, and hoagies in West Chester, and is…
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At West Chester’s Jawn Supply, Vintage Gear Moves Fast
Jawn Supply in West Chester, which specializes in premium vintage athletic gear, has struggled to keep vintage Philadelphia Eagles gear on the shelves due to high demand, writes Elizabeth Wellington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. But this weekend, customers got the chance to choose from its sizable collection of recently added items. “We were planning to…
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Two West Chester Restaurants Defining the Game in Chester County
Andiario and Pizza West Chester have been recently named as two defining restaurants in the region through the Inquirer’s list of top 76 restaurants, write Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With its white tablecloths and lovely wine list, Andiario at 106 West Gay Street is a perfect fine dining establishment in…
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WCU Honors Martin Luther King, Jr., with Multiple Events
West Chester University (WCU) will host special events across several days honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., whose federal holiday is Jan. 20 this year. So that the entire campus community can participate, this year’s events will take place Jan. 22-29. The complete schedule is posted online here. All campus MLK events are open…
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WCU Dept. of Art & Design to Exhibit ‘Passages: An Installation in Progress’ Jan. 21-Mar. 30
From Jan. 21-Mar. 30, West Chester University (WCU) will exhibit Cheryl Harper’s Passages: An Installation in Progress (Passages) in the John H. Baker Gallery, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosewood Ave., West Chester. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM…
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After Slow Start, QVC Appearance Turned George Foreman Grill into Household Name
The George Foreman Grill initially struggled to gain traction, but a QVC appearance turned it into a cultural phenomenon and a kitchen appliance heavyweight, writes Michael Palan for The Takeout. During his long and successful boxing career, Foreman lent his winning smile to pitch many products, such as Meineke and Doritos. After retiring from boxing…
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After ‘Bachelor’ and ‘DWTS,’ WCU Grad Joey Graziadei Eyes New Competitions
West Chester University graduate Joey Graziadei, who starred on The Bachelor and Dancing with the Stars, is eyeing several competitions he is open to participating in, writes Melanie Rooten for We Got This Covered. Graziadei joined The Bachelorette season 20, where he quickly became a fan favorite and secured a stint as the lead of…
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Concert Golf Partners Buys Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester
Concert Golf Partners, a national owner-operator of upscale private golf and country clubs, recently added Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester to its portfolio, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. An investment group led by brothers John and Steve DiMarco was the company that sold the club. The financial terms of the…
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Meet John Battagliese: A New Face at West Chester’s QVC, Bridging Tradition and Digital Savvy
John Battagliese, Chester County native and former Broadway performer, has joined QVC as one of its youngest hosts, debuting in October, writes Tim Chan for Rolling Stone. His warm and relatable style has quickly made him a fan favorite. It helps that he blends his theatrical background with social media-savvy communication to connect with viewers.…
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West Chester Woman Selected to Decorate the White House This Holiday Season
A West Chester mother and business owner was given the chance of a lifetime when she was asked to decorate the White House for Christmas, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Nicole Radio owns Maggie’s Market Shop, a small business that sells handmade jewelry, hosts charity events, and helps create employment opportunities for those…
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WCU Grad Joey Graziadei Takes Home Mirrorball Trophy on ‘Dancing with the Stars’
West Chester University graduate Joey Graziadei, who starred on ABC’s The Bachelor earlier this year, took home the Mirrorball Trophy on the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Collegeville native is the first Bachelor in franchise history to win the popular ballroom dancing show. Together with…
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Jennifer Coffey Announces Her Departure as QVC Host; Teases ‘Big Plans’ for Future
After 13 years, QVC host Jennifer Coffey is leaving her hosting gig on Dec. 31, 2024, writes staff for Newsbreak. Coffey announced her impending departure on Nov. 18 in an emotional Instagram post. She reminisced on the day she landed her “dream job.” After learning the ins and outs of QVC and the home shopping…
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WCU to Graduate More Than 1,000 Students at Four Winter Commencement Ceremonies
There are 1,017 students poised to begin the next chapters of their lives following graduation from West Chester University at four separate winter commencement exercises being held Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13 and 14. Three ceremonies organized by the college will accommodate the 769 undergraduate students eligible to graduate at the University’s undergraduate commencement ceremonies…
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WCU’s Wells School of Music Presents the 103rd Annual Holiday Concert on Dec. 7
West Chester University’s (WCU) Annual Holiday Concert has become a beloved winter tradition. Campus and community members are invited to jump-start the season and join in this joyous celebration on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 3:00 PM in the 1200-seat Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street, West Chester). Professor and…
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Chester County Town Listed Among Most UFO Sightings in Pennsylvania
West Chester has been reported as one of the “cities” with the most UFO sightings in Pennsylvania, according to a report by Stacker. The first official UFO sighting was in 1947, an event that set off a cultural craze across the United States; an obsession that is just as prevalent today. Pilot Kenneth Arnold had…
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WCU University Theatre Aims to Raise $25K at 25th Broadway Cares Benefit
The student-led University Theatre group at West Chester University (WCU) is celebrating a milestone with the 25th annual Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids (BC/EFA) Benefit Performance and Silent Auction. From Dec. 6-8, students will transform the lobby and interior of the MainStage Theatre, E. O. Bull Center (2 E. Rosedale Avenue, West Chester), for performances and a…
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West Chester-based QVC to Lead Parent Company’s Push into Social Media Shopping
Qurate Retail Group, the parent company of West Chester-based QVC, is planning a push into streaming and social media shopping, with QVC leading the charge, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Qurate is also planning on changing its name to QVC Group at the start of next year. Customers of QVC and its sister…
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West Chester-Based A. Duie Pyle Nearing $1 Billion Revenue Mark
Family-owned A. Duie Pyle, based in West Chester, is approaching the $1 billion revenue mark, a century after it first began operations in Coatesville, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, one of the longest-enduring trucking companies in the Northeast, has around 4,300 employees and 4.5 million square feet of warehousing space.…
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