Calm prevails in Chesco schools after Conn. shootings
Although many shaken by last week’s events, everything is largely normal at local schools
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Schools across Chester County experienced a largely quiet, event-free day — even as parents, students and staff remain shaken by the horrific events at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., Friday.
School officials at local districts took extra care to communicate...
West Caln Twp. lobby overflowing with toys
Police chief credits elves with success of annual holiday campaign
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
West Caln Township Police Sgt. Christopher J. Fries (left) and Officer Adam D. Pozza rearrange some of the toys to ensure that there’s space to walk in the township lobby.
When the child’s screaming stopped, West Caln Township Police Chief Curt Martinez feared the worst: ...
Forget the score, these guys are winners
Losing a state title game does nothing to dim the achievement of Coatesville’s football team
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
HERSHEY — Admittedly, it didn’t go exactly to plan.
You know what? A state title for Coatesville High School in the PIAA AAAA championship game would have been amazing and special — something that not only the players and the school could embrace, but the larger...
The dream ends: Coatesville falls in state title game
Powerhouse North Allegheny dominates, 63-28, snaps Raiders’ 11-game win streak
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Dejected seniors Chris Jones, Dre Boggs and Emmett Hunt express heartbreak in the closing minutes of Saturday’s PIAA AAAA state championship game at Hersheypark Stadium. Although the Red Raidres lost, they became the first team in school history to win the Eastern Pennsylvania...
Time for common sense on both sides of cliff talk
Both sides seem more focused on talking points than facts
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Before, we get started here, my thoughts and prayers to the people of Newtown, Conn. It is a community so much like so many parts of Chester County, it is impossible not to feel both sympathy and horror.
As a parent, it chills the blood. I’m not sure there was anything different that could have been done by...
Authorities identify victim of Thursday’s fatal shooting
Police said 23-year-old man was gunned down at his home
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Balloons surround the doorway of the home of Thursday’s fatal shooting victim, Devaughn W. Shelton.
On Friday morning, a steady stream of mourners and onlookers slowed in front of the white stucco home in the 500 block of Olive Street in Coatesville, where balloons paid tribute to the victim...
Authorities report homicide in Coatesville
Officials released few details until next of kin notified
Coatesville Police are investigating a homicide reported at 4 p.m. Thursday in the 500 block of Olive Street.
Updated at 11 a.m. Friday
Law-enforcement officials said a homicide occurred in Coatesville Thursday afternoon at approximately 4 p.m. in the the 500 block of Olive Street.
The homicide is being investigated by the Coatesville Police...
Brandywine Health Foundation awards scholarships
Dr. Cheryl Monturo, interim department chair of West Chester University’s School of Nursing, (from left) celebrates the scholarships with the recipients: Philip Kasitz, Kristen Branin, and Christine Cunningham.
Three WCU nursing students receive $1,000 to further their education
Three West Chester University School of Nursing students received $1,000 Cardiac Rehab Nursing Scholarships from the Brandywine...
County OKs $520 million budget with 4.9% tax hike
Not even Leo, the new county K-9, elicits bark of protest
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
K-9 Leo waits for his turn in the spotlight at the county commissioners’ meeting with his handler, John DiBuonaventuro, a longtime first responder and Tredyffrin Township supervisor.
The Chester County Commissioners on Thursday approved a $520 million budget for 2013 – a blueprint that...
Couple accused of running deadly dog-fighting ring
Pit bulls were trained to fight, killed if they didn’t, authorities said
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan displays disturbing photos taken at a West Brandywine Township residence, where a couple allegedly ran a dog-fighting ring.
A West Brandywine Township couple operated “a house of pain and horror” for dozens of pit bulls...
