West Chester News

One of the West Chester Gallery Walk's stars was a no-show last night, but the show didn't suffer.

Bam Margera's latest bit of daredevilry has landed him in the hospital. Margera, 32, published a picture of himself in his hospital bed with the note, "Hernia operation after 100ft kayak drop." Earlier, the pro skater wrote, "Just did a 100ft tandem kayak jump with pro kayaker Steve Fisher in Oregon!" He also posted a photo of the jump.

A Chester County magisterial district judge accused of abusing her power to benefit her son appears interested in avoiding a trial, according to court documents.

Jill McDevitt, who's wrapping up her Ph.D. in human sexuality, is owner of Feminique Boutique, a feminist-oriented sex shop in West Chester.

There are 64 open houses scheduled for the weekend of June 2 in the West Chester area, according to the listings on AOL Real Estate.

Troopers say on May 6, 28-year-old Brian Williams of West Chester, Pa., was arrested and charged with visual surveillance with prurient intent.

Chester County's SPCA gala would not be complete without its carriage parade, a colorful tradition that's always in fashion.

Downtown West Chester is the place to be this weekend.A Here's a look at what's going on provided by the Downtown Business Improvement District.

While area residents enjoyed the extended holiday weekend, state police from the Avondale barracks responded to numerous calls, including minor accidents and a theft report.

The second annual "Ride for Heroes" - a 60-mile, scenic journey through southern Chester County for a worthy cause - will be held Sunday.

A third public meeting on June 12 has been announced to discuss the future of the Pocopson Home, the Chester County-run facility for care of the aged.

DUI: On May 22, at approximately 3:19 a.m., West Chester Police reported to the 200 block of West Market Street following a motorcycle accident.A Upon arriving on the scene, police arrested 35-year-old West Chester resident Shannon Lynch for an alleged DUI.

John Hannafin's 'Castle Bam' is just one result of a recent collaboration between the well-known local artist and Brandon 'Bam' Margera.

West Chester University is set to face Southern New Hampshire on Monday in the second game of the 2012 NCAA Division II national finals at the USA Baseball Training Complex.

With near perfect, sunny weather, the latest version of the Kennett Memorial Day Parade went off without a hitch, Monday.

West Chester Patch wants to know where the best place to buy children's clothing is in the West Chester area.A Below are a few places I could think of off the top of my head.A If I left out your favorite leave a comment, and I'll be sure to add it.

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund wants a photo for every name on "The Wall" in D.C. So far, the organization has a picture for about half of the 58,000 men and women whose names are inscribed on the monument.

There are 10 open houses scheduled for the weekend of May 27 in the West Chester area, according to the listings on AOL Real Estate.

A Delaware County man was charged Thursday with joining a mortgage fraud conspiracy that resulted in losses of more than $600,000. Federal prosecutors said Michael J. Smith, 31, of Springfield, was a mortgage broker for companies in West Chester and Newtown Square, who schemed with John C. Lucidi, Jr.

Dining destinations such as Doylestown, Cherry Hill, Ardmore and even West Chester don't come close to the Delaware County seat.