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Firehouse Cookbook teaches families fire prevention tips
Download the Firehouse Cookbook, packed with more than 50 recipes, and practice good cooking safety habits in your home kitchen.
10/01/2020 1:30 PM
Three 2020 projects illustrate how TIF works in West Chester
West Chester uses TIF Fund dollars as a means for keeping tax dollars local for improvements and projects specific to the community’s interest and needs.
09/04/2020 11:25 AM
Union Centre interchange project finishing touches
New features include pedestrian lanes through the middle of the bridge, textured concrete parapet walls and unique decorative fencing.
07/09/2020 11:30 AM
FROM THE ARCHIVES: The Name is Claimed
This article was published in the Summer 2000 issue of the “West Chester News,” a printed publication distributed quarterly.
06/24/2020 11:13 AM
Township Government & Board of Trustees - Glossary of Terms
A quick list of common terms and definitions.
06/16/2020 1:53 PM
June 2 is Founders' Day in West Chester
Our community is poised to proudly celebrate its bicentennial anniversary in the summer of 2023.
06/01/2020 4:45 PM
Live your best life in West Chester
Spend any amount of time here and you'll understand why people hold a special place in their hearts for this community.
02/01/2020
Seven coyote questions answered for Ohio residents
A sighting isn't necessarily cause for concern, but it's important to understand a few basic facts about coyotes.
11/06/2019 10:30 AM
West Chester to enforce Ohio Fire Code
West Chester Fire Department will now solely enforce the most current editions of the Ohio Fire Code.
08/29/2019 12:16 PM
Community is focus of West Chester’s new logo
The new logo was developed based on input from a broad cross-section of the community, including residents, business leaders, and representatives from West Chester organizations and agencies.
08/14/2019 8:48 AM
Hometown to Hollywood: Q&A with West Chester teen Netflix star
Lance Mathis, 14, and his family moved from their West Chester home to Los Angeles this year when Lance was cast in the new Netflix TV show, "Family Reunion."
07/11/2019 11:18 AM
Pedestrian safety is a two-way street
Mutual respect, common sense and following the rules of the road are the basic tools required for all to enjoy and active and safe lifestyle.
04/08/2019 12:56 PM
West Chester again earns top bond rating
West Chester was first awarded the Aaa rating in 2010.
03/27/2019 3:51 PM
History preserved: 6 West Chester landmarks
Formerly known as Union Township, West Chester’s roots as a community officially date to June 2, 1823.
01/04/2019 3:17 PM
SWAT earns top awards at international training competition
WCPD wins first place awards for Top Team with Less Than 100 Sworn Members and Top National Team.
11/20/2018 4:03 PM
WCPD officer honored for intervention efforts
The Stepping Up Initiative is intended to prevent unnecessary incarcerations and reduce prison overcrowding while providing underserved populations with better access to help.
10/25/2018 12:30 PM
Fire safety parody song teaches “Close Before You Doze” lessons
Closing doors at night helps slow the spread of flames; decreases heat, smoke and carbon monoxide levels; and increases the amount of time one has to escape in the event of a fire.
10/11/2018 1:05 PM
WCPD officer honored with community service award
The Community Service and Problem Solving award is for honorees who, “go beyond the call,” by devoting themselves to an unusually high level of service to the community, engaging with others in a positive way to resolve issues.
09/13/2018 8:44 AM
West Chester Police launch official Lip Sync Challenge video
Chief Herzog says he'd like to take this opportunity to challenge everyone to get involved in the 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
08/13/2018 12:00 PM
MSG Corey Hood Memorial Drive dedication March 10
Lakota Drive West, from the roundabout west to Union Centre Boulevard, will be closed to traffic from approximately 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
02/14/2018 3:31 PM