Pa. to observe Teen Driver Safety Week
Officials hope to raise awareness about need to reverse youth fatality statistics
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has conducted extensive research on teen driving safety, and has compiled a website with information for teens and parents.
From 2008 to 2012, 103,002 crashes involving at least one 16- to 19-year old driver occurred in Pennsylvania, resulting in 851 fatalities. Of those crashes,...
Pulling out stops for school-bus safety
Police, PennDOT, school districts to participate in annual awareness initiative
A first-place student drawing illustrates the importance of school bus safety.
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The red lights on the school bus were flashing and its arm was extended when a truck blew right past it on West Lincoln Highway in Valley Township recently.
Unfortunately for the driver, Valley...
Hall of Famers honored for multiple contributions
They spoke of city’s impact on them, how they hope to reciprocate
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Marty Eggleston recognizes those who helped him achieve as his grandson stands by his side.
WEST CALN – Individually, achievements are markers of progress, feats to be marveled. But in the context of a community, achievements take on a sense of pride. A record is not just a statistic,...
Pawling’s late pick-6 keeps Coatesville undefeated
Defensive struggle culminates with 72-yard interception return with :06 left
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Daquan Worley rushes to the outside for a short gain. Both teams were content to run the ball and keep possession throughout the night.
WEST CHESTER – Even in a matchup where both teams hold each other to short gains nearly all night and every yard seems like a struggle, one play...
Police seeking ‘dangerous,’ armed home-invader
He allegedly accosted woman at knifepoint, fled after struggle
Coatesville Police said they are hoping someone can identify this armed home-invader.
On Thursday at 9:10 a.m., Coatesville Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Marquis Drive for a burglary in progress, Det. Shawn Dowds reported. Officers arrived to find the residence door open with obvious signs of a struggle inside, police said....
In Modena’s MoGreena, a night for an art arena
Second Annual Harvest Art Party to be held Wednesday
The ServiceCorps crew takes a moment to relax after finishing an ambitious wall mural that features selected Waste Oil Recyclers’ employees as “superheroes.”
The hip, art-friendly, eco-minded Modena enclave known as MoGreena is inviting the public to attend its Second Annual Harvest Art Party on Wednesday from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
The...
Community accuses CASD of racism, intimidation, ableism
Legal expert tells NAACP panel that district has highest expulsion rate in Pa.
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Connie Mohn, Director of Advocacy for the Arc of Chester County tells panel members of her struggles with the district. Facing the audience are Levi Wingard (from left), Solomon Hunter Jr., and James. S. Tupitza
COATESVILLE – During times of controversy, with accusations flying...
Creating a sense of community through collaboration
Working together can build more than success
By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times
In this article we will explore the concept of creating community in the hopes of achieving a greater sense of connection and sustainability. As with any goal, we need to start with the end in mind. To do so, we must first define what it is that we are after.
Community is defined as a feeling of fellowship with others,...
Chief: House fire under control in 20 minutes
Olive Street blaze believed to be accidental
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Firefighters responded to the 500 block of Olive Street Tuesday night for a blaze that was brought under control in about 20 minutes, said Coatesville Interim Fire Chief Jim Lentz.
Heavy smoke coming from the first floor of a three-story dwelling in the 500 block of Olive Street greeted city firefighters...
Time to harvest fresh produce – and fun
Coatesville Farmers’ Market hosting annual festival
A variety of local food choices will be available Saturday at the Coatesville Farmers’ Market.
Get into the spirit of the season this Saturday as the Coatesville Farmers’ Market celebrates its second Harvest Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sponsored by Salus Chiropractic, a family wellness studio in Thorndale, the festival will feature...
