On Stage: Brynn Elliott balances studies, music
Also: Styx, Def Leppard at Allentown Fair
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
A lot of college students have schedules that are challenging to keep balanced. But, few face the obstacles experienced by Brynn Elliott.
Elliott is a sophomore at Harvard University who is majoring in philosophy. She is also a musician who is heavily involved in recording her music and performing live shows.
Usually,...
More questions than answers in courthouse shooting
WEST CHESTER — There are more questions than answers Wednesday as to why a Coatesville man allegedly attacked a Chester County Sheriff’s Deputy with a knife at the county Justice Center Tuesday just before midday — and was shot and killed by another deputy.
Curtis Smith, 34, entered the building a bit before noon Tuesday and allegedly attacked an unidentified deputy with a knife. The deputy...
Free pet vaccination in Coatesville, Aug. 30
A volunteer shares a little puppy love during a recent vaccination event.
The Chester County SPCA (CCSPCA) will provide free vaccinations to 300 owned pets during a community outreach event in Coatesville this weekend.
In partnership with the City of Coatesville Police Department, the CCSPCA will host a free vaccination clinic on Sunday, August 30 from 10am to 2pm at Coatesville City Hall, 1 City Hall...
Coatesville man shot, killed after allegedly slashing deputy
WEST CHESTER — A Coatesville man was shot and killed Tuesday after apparently attacking and stabbing a Sheriff’s deputy at the Chester County Justice Center, according to District Attorney Tom Hogan.
Although details remain a bit unclear, the dead man was identified as Curtis Smith. Just after 11 a.m. Smith reportedly entered the courthouse and slashed a deputy with a knife. He was then shot...
Roses allow DePedros to share love of community, late daughter
Lisa’s Roses keep memory alive, bring smiles to many in area
By Lauren Parker-Gill, Staff Writer, The Times
A rainbow of 11,000 roses, all waiting to put smiles on peoples’ faces in memory of Lisa DePedro.
COATESVILLE — 11,000 roses were cleaned, cut and waiting for customers at the Coatesville Flower Shop Friday, the day of Lisa’s Roses. Each year, Greg and Dorrie DePedro give away...
Kennett Brewing Company – craft beer, farm fresh dining & local flare
Local owners invite you to ‘stop on by’…
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KENNETT SQUARE – The Kennett Brewing Company (KBC), quietly tucked away at 109 S. Broad Street, is historic Kennett Square’s latest unique eatery and watering hole. Locally owned and managed, KBC has the feel of a ‘word of mouth’ destination where visitors get the sense, upon approaching...
Resale Book Shoppe hosts ‘teacher appreciation’ book sale Saturday
Sale proceeds benefit Kennett Area Senior Center
(l-r)Volunteers Pat Blades, Carol Antes, and Karen Martin hold out a welcome sign for the August 29 Teacher Appreciation Sale at the Kennett Square Resale Book Shoppe at 113 S. Union Street.
The Kennett Square Resale Book Shoppe – 113 S. Union Street, Kennett Square, is holding a Teacher Appreciation Sale on Saturday, August 29, from 9 –...
Birthright citizen challenge is a slippery slope
Can citizenship be taken away by a whim?
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Much in line with the old Chinese curse, we live in interesting times.
Arguably, though, with more than one Republican presidential candidate arguing for repeal (or downright ignoring of) the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, suggesting that the children of illegal immigrants to the United States should be denied citizenship...
Fire consumes E. Fallowfield barn
By Katie Simmers, Correspondent, The Times
A number of local fire companies worked to contain a barn fire Sunday in East Fallowfield on Strasburg Road. Katie Simmers photo.
EAST FALLOWFIELD — Firefighters struggled for six hours to contain a barn fire on Strasburg Road, Sunday, but ultimately were unable to save the structure.
More than 100,000 gallons of water was used on Sunday to contain a barn...
County to seek audit of 911 fee payment by telcos
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Board of Commissioners introduced a resolution at this week’s Commissioners’ Sunshine Meeting, that authorizes the law firm of Dilworth Paxson LLP, and the telecommunications auditing firm, Phone Recovery Services LLC to undertake a legal review and forensic audit, to determine if telephone companies providing service in Chester County have failed to bill, collect...
