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Longwood Gardens is hosting international organ competition Ten renowned organists from around the world will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition at Longwood Gardens. Organ aficionados, take note: Longwood Gardens’ is hosting an international competition with a $40,000 first prize. Ten renowned organists will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition, playing...

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...

Police: City man under apparent influence of PCP

Officers said he was found lying in roadway and taken to hospital for observation An unknown emergency call brought Officer Jonathan Shave and Cpl. Jeffrey Ingemie to the rear alleyway behind the Ash Park Apartments,  25 S. Fourth Ave., at 8:38 p.m. Wednesday, police said. Upon arrival, the officers made contact with two city residents:  Arthur Brown, 34, who was lying in the roadway and showed signs...

Coatesville area new state house district upheld by courts

New state house, state Senate districts for many — new district, the 74th in Coatesville area The new State House districts for Chester County, including the new 74th District, centered around Coatesville. By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times The Pennsylvania State Supreme Court has upheld a new legislative redistricting plan, Wednesday, meaning the proposed district changes — including...

Mastering the art of resilience

We can learn to treat change as a gift instead of a setback By Matthew Lapp, MS, D, Columnist, The Times Each day we encounter new challenges and opportunities, and have the ability to make new discoveries about ourselves and the world we live in.  More and more often, people are finding both their personal and professional lives in a state of flux.  The truth is, we can never be absolutely certain...

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...

Ross takes lead on Corbett’s pension bill

Chester County Republican is lead sponsor on bill that proposes major changes for new state employees, teachers By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times State Representative Chris Ross (R-158). Pension reform took front and center in a press conference featuring local State Representative Chris Ross (R-158) and Gov. Tom Corbett in Harrisburg, Tuesday. Ross, the Chester County Republican, is leading the fight...

Coatesville 9/10 Center holds awards ceremony

 About 150 students recognized for wide range of achievements The Coatesville 9/10 Center hosted an awards ceremony Thursday night to recognize a wide array of student accomplishments. The Coatesville Area Senior High 9/10 Center held an awards ceremony  last week to pay tribute to a host of student achievements, the school district said. Nelson Negron was singled out as a Literacy Hero, and five...

Brandywine Valley YMCA announces new board chairman

 Joseph Viscuso said he’s “honored to be a part of this great organization’ Joseph Viscuso was elected board chairman of the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley. The YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, which has a branch in Coatesville, announced a new board chairman on Monday, according to a news release. Joseph Viscuso, vice president of Pennoni Associates in West Chester, was elected by the Brandywine...

Public’s help sought to locate hit-and-run driver

 Police seeking operator of older-model, red SUV that left crash scene Saturday Coatesville police are seeking the public’s help to locate the driver of an older-model, red SUV, possibly a Chevy Tahoe, which was involved in hit-and-run accident on Saturday at 1:47 p.m., Cpl. Ken Michels reported. Police said officers arrived in the 600 block of Harmony Street at Pearle Alley and observed a black...