Police: Suspicious vehicle leads to pot bust

Two occupants, one of whom had gun, face multiple drug charges On Thursday at 7:10 p.m., Cpl. Jeffrey Ingemie and Officer David Marquette were dispatched to a suspicious vehicle in the area of the unit block of South Chester Avenue, Coatesville police said. Upon arrival, the officers observed a black Dodge Charger occupied by three males; the vehicle had a strong odor of marijuana, police said.  Garnell...

Coatesville Farmers Market ready to reopen

 Growing popularity has produced later hours, expanded offerings Just in time to produce healthier lifestyles, the Coatesville Farmers Market will reopen for the season on Saturday with new hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market, which debuted last June, will be open on Saturdays through October at Gateway Park, at the intersection of Route 82 and Lincoln Highway. Visitors will have an opportunity to...

Police seeking information on vehicle vandals

 Officers responded Sunday to two separate incidents: tire-slashing, keying Coatesville police said officers responded to two calls on Sunday regarding vandalism to vehicles. Officer Miguel Ortiz took a report at 10:55 p.m. that a 2002 Nissan Altima in the 1100 block of Walnut Street had been keyed on the rear door sometime between Friday and Saturday, police said. Officer Brenden Boyle responded...

An exercise in support of four-legged friends

Chester County SPCA invites participants to  family-friendly ‘Walk For Paws’ The 26th Annual Walk for Paws helps support the programs at the Chester County SPCA, an independent, nonprofit agency. For participants in the 26th Annual Walk for Paws, a simple walk in the park will help save animals’ lives, organizers from the Chester County SPCA said. This year’s event will combine the traditional...

Coatesville police cite two for domestic dispute

Incident allegedly occurred at Pennsylvania Ave. residence Monday night On Monday at 7:32 p.m., police were called to the 100 block of Pennsylvania Avenue for a domestic disturbance, Officer Jose Colon reported. Upon investigation, Cameron V. Wilson, 27, and Nicole Kousisis, 25, both of Coatesville, were cited for disorderly conduct, police said. Officer Jose Colon responded on Monday at 11:30 p.m....

County facility offering day of shear family fun

Springton Manor Farm to host annual Sheep & Wool Day  Lots of friendly animals will be available for observation and photo opportunities at Springton Manor Farm’s annual Sheep & Wool Day. It’s time to enjoy the shear magic of the season as the sheep lose their wool on Saturday at Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore. The farm’s annual Sheep & Wool Day will be held from 11 a.m. to...

Police: Fleeing cemetery trespassers hit patrol car

Officer was investigating defendants’ after-hours presence The cemetery was closed. So when Officer Brenden Boyle saw a vehicle, he approached it, prompting the driver to attempt to avoid him; instead, he struck the officer’s car in the process, police said. The accident at Fairview Cemetery on Saturday at 12:45 a.m. was investigated by state police; Coatesville police cited the driver, Michael...

Resource network group to change meeting time

CARN will now convene on fourth Thursday of month “Healthy Kids Day,” a free YMCA event on April 27 featuring Brandy, the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley’s mascot, will be one of the topics presented at Thursday’s CARN meeting. The Coatesville Area Resource Network (CARN) is changing its meeting date from the third to the fourth Thursday of the month due to conflicts with other meetings...

Artists illustrate ways to fight pediatric cancer

Two CCAA exhibitions focus on childhood victims Artist-photographer Cris Staley Hutchinson chronicles her daughter’s battle with cancer in a film and installation called “Fighting Bear.” Two new exhibits by different artists at the Chester County Art Association (CCAA) will support the battle against pediatric cancer. An exhibition by painter Annette Alessi, “Capturing a Moment in Time: Dedicated...

Residents urged to spring into spruce-up mode

Volunteers sought for citywide beautification effort Residents are invited to participate in a city clean-up effort to celebrate Earth Day. Celebrate Earth Day by dishing out the dirt and layering on the paint during a city beautification day sponsored by the Coatesville Community Policing Committee, the Coatesville Parks and Recreation Commission, and Coatesville Savings Bank. On Saturday, starting...