S. Coatesville mayor among award recipients
Three honored by Democratic Party for lifetime of public service
South Coatesville Mayor James Kennedy receives lifetime achievement award from Chester County Democratic Chairwoman Michele Vaughn on Sunday night.
On Sunday night, the Chester County Democratic Committee held its annual fall gala dinner at the Downingtown County Club.
The keynote speakers were Pennsylvania State Democratic Party Chairman...
‘History on Tap’ to quench revolutionary thirst
Free program will explore General Warren Inne’s role in U.S. independence
Monday night’s “History on Tap” program will explore the American Revolution at the General Warren Inne in Malvern.
Historian and author Tom McGuire will present the history of the General Warren Inne, including a vivid description of the inn’s role in the Battle of Paoli and American Revolution, during Monday night’s...
Coatesville Area NAACP celebrating 75 years
Featured speaker at Sunday event heads Pa. Legislative Black Caucus
Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown, chairwoman of the Pa. Legislative Black Caucus, will be the featured speaker at the Coatesville Area NAACP Diamond Anniversary celebration on Sunday.
The Coatesville Area NAACP is inviting area residents to celebrate its Diamond Anniversary on Sunday.
To commemorate 75 years of promoting political, educational,...
Residents urged to branch out, donate blood
10 trees will be planted for every pint collected at Lenfest Center
The Red Cross blood drive will take place on Oct. 3 in the new Lenfest Center in Newlin Township. Pre-registration is requested.
Giving help to others and giving back to nature will be possible simultaneously on Oct. 3, when the Lenfest Center hosts a Red Cross blood drive.
For every pint of blood collected – and research shows...
Workshops to unravel mysteries of expungement
Free sessions aim to help eligible participants clear criminal records
The Coatesville Center for Community Life (CCCL) will hold a series of Expungement and Pardon Workshops this fall, presented by Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP).
The two-workshops, conducted by a LASP attorney, explain the process of clearing a person’s legal record, which is often a barrier to employment. Anyone...
County’s western downtowns, villages in spotlight
Main Street Future Focus & Community Showcase scheduled for Sept. 10
The Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce (WCCCC) is holding its Main Street Future Focus & Community Showcase on Sept. 10 from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at the Chester County Public Safety Training Facility, 137 Modena Road, South Coatesville, 19320.
WCCCC’s Regional Study – www.westernchestercountyfuturefocus.com –...
Seats still open for March on Washington observance
Coatesville Area NAACP hosting trip to observe 50th anniversary
The Coatesville Area NAACP wants residents to know that seats are still available for a bus trip to Washington DC for the 50thAnniversary of the March on Washington on Saturday.
Organizers said the trip would leave the Thorndale Kmart at 4 a.m. (the rally begins at 8 a.m.). The cost is $25 and those interested in attending should contact...
Free book bag event scheduled for Friday
Back-to-school vaccines will be available Thursday
Free book bags filled with supplies will be distributed to kids of all ages from pre-K through 12th grade on Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Scott Middle School.
Sponsored by a host of health care and social services agencies, the Back-to-School Event will include information on issues such health and wellness, dental screenings, after-school programs,...
Defensive end lines up for student backpack drive
Derrick Morgan, a defensive end for the Tennessee Titans, is helping to provide Coatesville children with backpacks.
Residents invited to donate supplies, recycle materials, and clean up city
Coatesville residents will have an opportunity to get donations and make some on Saturday through two back-to-school drives, each from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Coatesville Memorial Community Center. In addition, multiple...
Coatesville Ministers’ Alliance to welcome Lincoln University
Gov. figures, local businesses, students to be present for welcome event
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
COATESVILLE – The Coatesville Ministers’ Alliance has organized an event to welcome Lincoln University students to Coatesville on Saturday from noon to 6 pm.
The “Welcome Lincoln University” day will be held at Gordon, the same building that will host the university’s classes...
