Caln can’t seek funds for Kings Grant roads until 2016

State law keeps township from accessing money to finish development Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times CALN – In their board meeting Thursday night, the township’s Board of Commissioners said that their hands are tied in the Kings Grant situation, thanks to the State Legislature — leaving some 88 residents in a sort of limbo. But, they assured residents — they won’t be left...

It is time for the CASD board to do the right thing

Appointment of new board member Saturday will have consequences By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times On Saturday, the Coatesville Area School District Board of Education will make a decision that will likely shape the manner in which the school district runs for years. At noon, the board will convene to vote on a replacement for the late Paul Johnson, after failing to do so, Tuesday night. Four members...

‘Man Who Would Be King’ had Chesco origin

‘History on Tap’  to explore John Harlan, inspiration for Rudyard Kipling The Marshalton Inn will be the venue for the Chester County Historical Society’s free “History on Tap” program on Tuesday, Jan. 21. A Chester County native whose adventures inspired “The Man Would Be King,” a short story by Rudyard Kipling, will be the focus of the next “History on Tap” program from the Chester...

At Art Association, advance celebration of building

One of two exhibits on display this month inspired by architecture “MAX,” a sculpture created with wood and aluminum by Steffie Mongar, is one of the architecture-inspired works on display this month at the Chester County Art Association. Two shows are open to the public at the Chester County Art Association (CCAA) in West Chester. From now through Feb. 6, “Buildings: Art Inspired by Architecture”...

County officials seeking transit wish list

Meeting will offer residents chance to opine on transportation plan Want a say in the future of transportation in Chester County? Officials are seeking public input. The Chester County Planning Commission (CCPC) in partnership with the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is developing a countywide Public Transportation Plan to guide transit operations and capital improvements in...

Efforts to elude police reportedly ramp up charges

Burglary added to man’s complaint after he allegedly flees into random home After Coatesville Police Officer Joseph Thompson attempted to stop a vehicle on Walnut Street near Pennsylvania Avenue on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 2:30 pm., the driver accelerated, ran a stop sign at Walnut and Pennsylvania Avenue, pulled over, exited the vehicle, and prompted a foot pursuit, police said. The driver, identified...

City promotes police officers; dispute continues over fees

Two police officers promoted; disputes over city codes and fee continue By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times With his family around him, Coatesville Police Officer Shawn Dowds is sworn in as Corporal. City Police Chief Jack Laufer praised Dowds’s dedication and experience. COATESVILLE – Coatesville Police Officer Shawn Dowds was promoted from patrol officer to corporal at Monday night’s...

County: Jan. is Cervical Health Awareness Month

Health officials issue reminder that vaccine prevents most cervical cancers  January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the Chester County Health Department wants to remind women of the importance of screenings and vaccination to help prevent cervical cancer. About 79 million Americans currently have HPV (human papillomavirus), the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. Nearly...

CASD board cannot agree on replacement member

Board split 4-4 between Beckershoff and abstention for Paul Johnson’s seat By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times Paul Draper speaks to the Education Committee about the JSMC as members present the colors behind him. CALN – With four members voting for Robert Beckershoff and four members abstaining, the Coatesville Area School Board could not agree on a replacement for Paul Johnson’s...

Bogus inspection sticker reportedly spurs arrest

Police say 33-year-old female driver taken into custody after resisting arrest A vehicle with fraudulent inspection stickers caught the attention of Coatesville Police Lt. James Audette in the 400 block of Maple Avenue on Monday, Jan. 13 at 2:13 p.m., police said. The driver, later identified as Michelle Hogue, 33, of Coatesville, was stopped in the 300 block of East Lincoln Highway, police said. Hogue...