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...
D.A.s stress high price of ignoring early education
Prosecutors urge funding increases for pre-kindergarten programs
Speaking at Wednesday’s news conference were Cumberland County District Attorney David J. Freed (from left), Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan, Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman, Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams; and Delaware County District Attorney John Whelan.
Stressing that paying for early...
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...
Police: Coatesville man found with cocaine
Officers were called to his attention by lewd behavior
Responding to a complaint on Wednesday at 3:36 p.m. about lewd behavior in the 200 block of New Street, police caught up with the suspect, who had fled in a white minivan, Officer Joseph Thompson reported. A white Chrysler rental vehicle was stopped at Chester Street and East Lincoln Highway, and police said the driver, Vicshawn Hunt, 28, of...
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...
Potential pets on parade at pennyworth prices
Chester County SPCA inviting visitors to fall in love this weekend
If you want to capitalize on the research that shows people with pets enjoy longer, happier lives, the Chester County SPCA (CCSPCA) would like to assist.
This weekend, the nonprofit agency is sponsoring a two-day drive to boost adoptions, with extended hours from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday, the SPCA will host...
Swearing-in a homecoming for Caln resident
Former trooper, criminal supervisor, chief detective now chief deputy sheriff
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Court Judge Anthony A. Sarcione (from left) congratulates c and Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh, who held the Bible during March’s swearing-in.
In a Chester County courtroom packed with supporters at the Justice Center, a veteran member of local law-enforcement...
Landlords claim city increased fees while decreasing services
Group feels city created gratuitous fees; Council says they must cover costs
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
COATESVILLE – A group of landlords voiced grievances about City Council’s electrical, plumbing, and rental fee increases at Monday night’s City Council meeting.
With some more than doubling this past January, the landlords also believe that services have decreased.
“The primary...
