Chester Co. observes Mental Health Month in May

WEST CHESTER — Each May, Chester County recognizes National Mental Health Awareness Month with activities aimed at increasing the public’s awareness and understanding about mental health and recovery. This year, Chester County’s Department of Mental Health/Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (MH/IDD) is collaborating with stakeholders throughout the area to offer a wide range of opportunities...

Two arrested following Coatesville stabbing

COATESVILLE — A city man was seriously wounded and two others are in custody following what police describe as a day-long escalation of hostilities between the victim and his alleged assailants, with a bloody ending, Saturday on Harmony Street. James Ruiz, 26, was stabbed multiple times in the face, head and back, police said. Ruiz was taken to Paoli Hospital, where he was listed in serious condition.

Trump, Clinton, Killion post big Election Day wins

Roe appears to have won write-in for 158th State House GOP nomination By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times The voters of Chester County spoke loud and clear — and picked Donald J. Trump as the Republican nominee, Hillary Clinton as the Democratic nominee for president as both won statewide, Tuesday. Turnout was very strong for a primary election, with nearly 52% of registered Republicans casting ballots...

Art Watch: Art for the whole family

Art on The Square, Student Art Show in Kennett By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times The big news for art events this week is happening in Kennett Square with two community art shows this weekend that will delight the whole family. Art on the Square is a large annual outdoor art show and sale with over 35 participating artists and craftspeople exhibiting their work this Saturday April 30 from 10am-5pm. A...

Chester County mourns the loss of Weymouth

Chadds Ford icon helped found Brandywine River Museum, Brandywine Conservancy George A. “Frolic” Weymouth With passions ranging from the art world to preserving opening space, George A. “Frolic” Weymouth was one of the region’s great benefactors and leaders in preserving the natural beauty of Chester County.  Weymouth died Sunday, according to the Brandywine Conservancy — one of two...

On Your Table: Spring greens are on the scene

Your local framers market is filled with fresh local veggies By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times Green hues of spring vegetables make for bright, light salads Photo courtesy of Once Upon a Chef. Spring, now that it finally appears to be here, is the season to lighten up after cooking comforting, hearty dishes all winter long.  And, with Earth Day just upon us, budding trees remind...

The Times’ 2016 primary endorsements

Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., voting expecting to be busier than normal By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times By now, you may be a bit tired of “feeling the Bern” or how “huge” this primary election is going to be, but the fact of the matter is that on Tuesday, the voters of Pennsylvania will have an opportunity to vote in the most meaningful primary election in decades — with but major party...

On Stage Extra: Pagliacci performed by Delphi Opera

Classical options for a sweet Sunday By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times If you’re looking for a concert to attend this Sunday and want to shift into classical mode, you’re in luck because two concerts in the area can fill the bill. On April 24, Delphi Opera will present Ruggiero Leoncavallo’s signature verismo masterpiece “Pagliacci” at Padua Academy’s Roberto Hall (905 North Broom...

What To Do: The 43rd Yellow Springs Art Show

Also: West Chester Film Festival runs this weekend By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The popular yellow Spring Art Show features more than 185 artists this year. The Yellow Springs Art Show got its start back in 1973 as a free event featuring a variety of artists displaying their work on clotheslines. It has changed immeasurably since then and has become one of the largest and most prestigious...

Smith honored by CCCBI

J. Larry Boling Award Recipient Rick Smith (center), East Goshen Township with County Commssioners Terence Farrell, Michelle Kichline, Kathi Cozzone, and CCCBI President & CEO, Guy Ciarrocchi. WESTTOWN — Tuesday afternoon, April 19, brought together more than 200 of Chester County’s top business leaders at Penn Oaks Golf Club for CCCBI’s Annual State of the County Luncheon. Matt O’Donnell,...