Coatesville, Kutztown U. partnering on entrepreneur training
The City of Coatesville and the Kutztown University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) are partnering once again to present a six-week Business Skills for Success for the Entrepreneur training series, held both in person and virtually. The program is ideally suited for start-ups and early-stage companies in business for a minimum of three years.
Entrepreneurs of all ages are invited to participate...
County officials: new home construction in ’21 hits 20-year high
A new report from the Chester County Planning Commission shows that more homes were built in the county in 2021 than in any year since 2001, and that the growth was largely driven by apartment construction. The report also said that despite soaring prices, more homes were sold than in any year since 2005.
“The numbers for units built and sold and the prices for which they were sold are staggering,...
What To Do: From Winterthur to the White House
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Jacqueline Kennedy
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (Route 52, Wilmington, Delaware, 800-448-3883, www.winterthur.org) looks at American history with a new exhibit and Southern tradition with a special event tonight.
On May 13, Winterthur will present a Kentucky influenced event called “Bourbon and Bluegrass.”
Keeping the horse race vibe...
On Stage Extra: Joe Sumner proving he isn’t just a famous son
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Joe Sumner
When a musician has a legendary rock star as a parent, it can open doors or be a big burden – or both.
Joe Sumner, who will be headlining at show at MilkBoy Philadelphia MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, 215- 925-6455, www.milkboyphilly.com) on May 16, doesn’t have to worry about such things.
The talented singer/guitarist/songwriter...
Teen charged in threats against Coatesville HS
According to Caln Township Police, at approximately 7:00 a.m. on May 11, school officials learned of a circulating post on social media (Snapchat) that a shooting was to occur at the Coatesville Area High School. As a result, all students and staff were diverted to the Scott Middle School. Additionally, the Chester County Intermediate Unit, which is directly adjacent to the school district campus,...
Downingtown Area School District invites community to an elementary construction Town Hall
Downingtown Area School District (DASD) invites all community members to participate in a Town Hall event on Tuesday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m. The event will be held at STEM Academy (335 Manor Ave. Downingtown, PA 19335) and will review the various elementary construction opportunities currently under board consideration. The evening will conclude with a moderated question-and-answer opportunity with the...
On Stage: Jefferson Berry displays folk roots in new tour
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Jefferson Berry
Jamey’s House of Music (32 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, 215-477-9985, www.jameyshouseofmusic.com) is one of those venues where music fans know there will be great music every weekend. It doesn’t matter who is playing, the evening will feature top-flight acts performing in a comfortable venue with a great sound system.
This weekend...
Bournelyf special camp races to raise $25,000
“On your marks… Get set… Go!”
Over 200 people turned out for Bournelyf Special Camp’s Hand-to-Hand 5K on May 5, racing through the streets of West Chester and raising over $25,000 for the West Chester non-profit organization.
And so they did, with over 220 runners and walkers making their way through the streets of West Chester – and raising over $25,000 along the way for Bournelyf Special...
CCEDC announces diversity plan
The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) announced the approval of a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategic Plan comprising input from more than 50 community and business leaders as well as new programs focused on strengthening minority- and women-owned businesses in Chester County.
The plan, which was approved by CCEDC’s Board of Directors, was formulated over the last year by...
Op/Ed: Consider taking refuge in the highly entertaining films of southern India
By Eric Klein, Special to The Times
Eric Klein
In the quiet hamlets of southeast Pennsylvania, there’s not a whole lot of action. The former farmlands turned to residential neighborhoods don’t offer much excitement.
Fortunately, we do have an IMAX movie theater in Downingtown, PA (population 7,926). I was very pleased to discover that this theater is heavily patronized by a growing Indian population...
