Using Traps for Spotted Lanternflys

Introduction

Spotted lanternfly (SLF), Lycorma delicatula, is an invasive planthopper, native to Asia, that was first detected in southeastern Pennsylvania in 2014. It feeds on and damages many plants, including economically important crops such as grapevi...

Voting Safely in 2020

Important 2020 General Election Dates/Deadlines

• October 19th - Last day to register to vote for the 2020 General Election. Check your registration here. You can find more information and register online here.
• October 27th - Last day to apply for a mail-in o...

Census 2020 is Here

The 2020 census: Why it's important and how it can help

The 2020 Census counts every person living in the 50 states, District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories. It doesn’t care if you are a citizen or not. There is no question about citizens...

BEWARE A NEW CYBERSECURITY SCAM

Beware a New Cybersecurity Scam

Officials in Pennsylvania are warning of the latest COVID-19  pandemic problem: contact tracing scams.

What is contact tracing? Contact tracing is the process of identifying people who have come into contact with som...

Non-Flushable Items Cause Problems in Sewer Systems

Non-Flushable Items Cause Problems in Sewer Systems

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is encouraging all Pennsylvanians to only flush toilet paper and hu­ man waste, not disinfecting wipes or other non-flushable items th...

Gay Street Closure

As of August 3, 2020 Gay Street (between Matlack & Darlington) has been temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic. This closure is to assist restaurants and retail to expand their footprint while complying with the state’s social distancin...

Policing Policies in West Chester

Policing in Policies in West Chester, PA:

West Chester Police Department Statement and FAQs

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Chief James Morehead

The tragedy in Minneapolis has impacted our community, our state and the country. The images on the video are deeply d...

Neighborhood University of Greater West Chester

NEIGHBORHOOD UNIVERSITY

Educating citizens about local government

Neighborhood University of Greater West Chester is a free program offered by the West Chester Area Council of Governments (see WCACOG map)&...

The Borough of West Chester Partners with CGI Communications

The Borough of West Chester is excited to announce the continued paiinership with CGI Communications, Inc. to create a series of professionally produced online videos to highlight everything our community offers residents, visitors, and business owners.&a...