City police: Retailer robbed at gunpoint
Two men reportedly pointed weapon at store clerk Tuesday night, fled with $500
Coatesville Police responded to a dispatch at 9:28 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28, that two men inside the Valley Mart were pointing a gun at the store clerk, Officer Joseph Norcini reported. Upon arrival, officers heard a description of the suspects: a light-skinned black male approximately 5-foot-8 wearing a black jacket, grey...
Coatesville teen recognized for his leadership skills
CASH junior chosen to receive award from Widener U., NBC10
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Noah Willett
A Coatesville teen has been selected to receive a Widener University High School Leadership Award and scholarship.
Noah Willett, a junior at Coatesville Area Senior High, was one of 134 students from high schools throughout the Philadelphia region chosen for their abilities to...
Exhibit to spotlight Coatesville’s steel heritage
Paintings, sculpture will be displayed at Penn State’s Great Valley campus
An exhibit with some artistic and historic heft will open on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Henry Gallery at Penn State’s Great Valley campus.
The unique iron and steel heritage of Chester County and the region set the background for an exhibit, which is entitled “Pennsylvania: Made in Steel.” An opening reception for...
Four reportedly attack man, steal valuables
Police say afternoon assault occurred Monday in 400 block of E. Lincoln Highway
On Monday, Jan. 26, at 2:15 p.m., Officer Miguel A. Ortiz made contact with an alleged robbery victim at City Hall, police said. The alleged victim said three unknown black males and one unknown black female, all wearing dark clothing. attacked him in the 400 block of East Lincoln Highway and stole his wallet, cell phone,...
Area artist nominated for 2014 New Music Awards
East Fallowfield singer/songwriter recognized in two categories
Jiggley Jones
East Fallowfield Township singer/songwriter Jiggley Jones has been nominated for the 2014 New Music Awards, MTS Management Group announced on Monday, Jan. 27.
Jones received two nominations: AC/Hot AC Breakthrough Artist of the Year and AC/Hot AC New Artist of the Year, a news release said. MTS Records has also been nominated...
Spur warm thoughts with summer camp plans
Brandywine Valley YMCAs holding open houses to showcase kids’ choices
These youngsters at the West Chester Y give new meaning to the term “happy camper.”
Perhaps thinking about summer camp will add some warmth to parents’ lives during this frigid weather. The YMCA of the Brandywine Valley is holding Camp Open Houses to facilitate that thought process.
Upcoming dates include Feb....
Democratic commissioner won’t enter 6th District race
Citing family impact, Kathi Cozzone says she won’t run for Congress
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone
A potential battle between Chester County Commissioners for the Sixth District Congressional seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Jim Gerlach won’t happen, a news release from Commissioner Kathi Cozzone said.
“After several weeks of...
Warrant arrest reportedly leads to other charges
Police said Coatesville man possessed crack cocaine when taken into custody
On Sunday, Jan. 26, at 8:46 p.m., Coatesville Officers Jose Colon and Ryan Corcoran took Richard Hardy, 49, of Coatesville into custody in the 700 block of East Lincoln Highway on a warrant, police said. Hardy, who was in possession of crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia, was also charged with drug offenses, police said. Hardy...
Art Partners Studio announces new director
Terry Foreman will take over reins from Lindsay Brinton
Updated at 1:15 p.m. with comment from Lindsay Brinton
Terry Foreman
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The executive director and founding member of Art Partners Studio will turn over the reins of the organization to someone who has also created and nurtured an arts organization. The studio has announced the appointment of Terry...
Coatesville man accused of rear-ending school bus
Police said he was following too closely; no injuries reported
On Thursday, Jan. 23, at 5:01 p.m., Coatesville Cpl. Jonathan Shave responded to the 100 block of West Lincoln Highway for a two-vehicle accident involving a school bus, police said. A Honda Civic driven by Cody K. Stone, 27, of Coatesville, was following too closely to a Ford School bus as it stopped at the train tracks, striking the rear...
