Fundraiser to save CASH ROTC, Aug. 1

CALN — There will be a fundraiser Wednesday, Aug. 1 at the Thorndale Inn to raise funds to help save the Junior ROTC program at Coatesville Area High School. Earlier this year, with the school district facing cuts in state aid, the Board of Education was forced to cut the $157,000 that funding the program and parents and other community members have stepped up to raise more than $50,000 so far —...

Vision Cafe: your ideas needed at Aug. 14 event

Sandwiches to be served at Brandywine Health Foundation event at CASH CALN — The Brandywine Health Foundation wants your input on how to build a healthier future for the Coatesville area, and they’re even willing to feed you dinner, in exchange for your thoughts and ideas. BHF will hold its Vision Cafe, Aug. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Coatesville Area High School cafeteria. Local residents are...

Legendary lemonade-seller’s legacy continues

Bike tour a benefit for Alexandra Scott’s foundation, which funds pediatric cancer research Chester County cycling fans suffering from withdrawal after the first Chesco Grand Prix ended can get back into biking this Sunday while supporting a good cause. The late Alexandra “Alex” Scott gained national acclaim for her efforts to raise money for pediatric cancer research. At least two...

Program aims to be page-turner for families

Sen. Andy Dinniman is shown reading with his dog, Henry, for the brochure on the summer reading program. Summer reading program to be held in Coatesville and West Chester “Splash into Summer Reading 2012,” a program developed in conjunction with the Chester County Intermediate Unit and the Chester County Coalition for Public Education, will serve hundreds of Chester County children and their families...

Thorndale chiropractor to host art show

Free public reception for watercolorist will be held Thursday Nancy Doane, a color pencil and watercolor artist, will display her botanical illustrations at Salus Chiropractic Studio in Thorndale. An Nancy Doane, shown at her Downingtown framing shop, will exhibit her work at Salus Chiropractic Studio. opening reception is scheduled on Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Doane, who runs a Downingtown framing...

Injured jockey’s indomitable spirit inspires

Group has held five fund-raisers to assist Jake Chalfin with medical expenses; two more are scheduled By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Jake Chalfin said he is extremely grateful to a group who rallied to give him emotional and financial support after his paralyzing steeplechase injury. Photo courtesy of Tod Marks A 34-year-old Springdell resident who grew up in Chester Springs fondly...

Farmers Market continues growth spurt

This week, visitors can buy produce or get help raising their own The reasons to visit the Coatesville Farmers Market in Gateway Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays keep growing. The ingredients for a savory potato salad are just one of the offerings this week at the Coatesville Farmers Market. For those who have seen the colorful displays of healthy, fresh produce and wondered whether they could...

Auto dealership racing to assist nonprofit

‘Car-B-Que’ will donate funds to Coatesville Youth Initiative A Thorndale car dealer has discovered an ideal vehicle geared to attract auto fans and help a community organization at the same time. Rocky Pirrone’s Boss Hydro is one of the vehicles that will be featured at the “Car-B-Que.” Del Auto Group in Thorndale is sponsoring the Second Annual “Car-B-Que” to benefit...

City extends invitation to ‘Celebrate Coatesville’

Full day of activities planned around the Chesco Grand Prix The city is inviting residents and visitors to “Celebrate Coatesville” on Sunday. “Celebrate Coatesville” is offering activities that complement the Chesco Grand Prix, which will hit the city on Sunday. A variety of activities is planned in conjunction with the Chesco Grand Prix, an annual festival that celebrates cycling,...

Coatesville Farmers Market growing by the week

Vendors offering a diverse assortment of local produce, specialty goods By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, The Times Residents shop for produce from local vendors during a recent Coatesville Farmers Market, which has run every Saturday since June 9. Blueberries to kohlrabi, German black bread studded with oats and pumpkin seeds to Morning Mojo coffee – it’s all available at the Coatesville Farmers...