Police: Driver lying over steering wheel draws notice
He is accused of being intoxicated and in possession of narcotics
Coatesville Police Officer Paul Antonucci responded to the 100 block of Woodland Avenue at 8:47 a.m. on Thursday for a report that a driver was collapsed over his steering wheel, police said. Police said they made contact with Curtis N. Gibbs, who appeared to be intoxicated and in possession of narcotics and drug paraphernalia. Gibbs,...
Farmers Market to host 1st Annual Arts Festival
Area youth performers set to dazzle with dance, drums
This Saturday, the Coatesville Farmers Market will add entertainment to its myriad offerings during its First Annual Festival of the Arts.
If fresh produce, delectable baked goods, savory prepared foods and hand-crafted specialty items haven’t already made you a regular, the Coatesville Farmers Market is adding another reason to visit this week:...
BOYS and G3 programs provide a village to raise the children
Summer reading sessions create unique environment for learning and fun
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Reeceville teacher Terry Valentine reads to students at the BOYS and G3 summer reading program. Valentine created a curriculum that incorporated reading, biology, and art.
COATESVILLE – Learning is not just an activity but a process. Teaching and caring for young people is not just the...
Coatesville police respond to alleged attack
34-year-old city resident charged with harassment, assault
On Wednesday, Coatesviile police were dispatched at 1:58 p.m. to an alleged assauit in the 400 block of Oak Street, Officer Paul Antonucci reported. The victim, who did not require medical treatment, said Terell Randolph, 34, of Coatesville, pinned her to a bed and tried to rip off her clothing but left before the incident escalated, police...
Tips to avoid home-improvement fraud
D.A. urges vigilance to avoid victimization
Willistown Police Chief John M. Narcise warns: “If an offer looks too good to be true, it probably is.”
As summer temperatures soar, home-improvement scams can be a hot commodity, and Chester County District Attorney is offering some tips to avoid getting burned.
“Homeowners need to be vigilant when entering into home improvement contracts,” said...
State, city police conduct sobriety checkpoint
34-year-old Coatesville man arrested for alleged drunken-driving
During a sobriety checkpoint conducted by state police from the Embreeville barracks and Coatesville Police on May 25, Michael A. Walls, 34, of Coatesville, was stopped at 12:55 a.m. on Lincoln Highway, east of Eighth Avenue, police said. He was determined to be driving under the influence and arrested, police said.
Responding to a possible...
Moore introduced as a new CASH boys basketball coach
Takes over Red Raiders after playing, coach at Plymouth-Whitemarsh
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
CALN — A new era of basketball was ushered in for Coatesville Area High School as the school introduced Chuck Moore as its new boys varsity coach, Wednesday.
Moore, who replaces Rick Nelms, was introduced to the media and school community by Coatesville Area School District Superintendent of Schools...
Commissioners ax jury commissioners’ post – again
Two Republicans continue opposition to job; lone Democrat disagrees
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Democratic Jury Commissioner Martha Smith listens as Commissioners’ Chairman Ryan Costello explains why he plans to vote to eliminate the elected position Smith has held for more than 13 years.
The roller-coaster ride for Chester County’s two jury commissioners continued...
Coatesville’s ROTC must find its own funding for another year
Program will look to combat Air Force’s closure decision with CASD support
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
With his ROTC compatriots behind him, Chasan Hall asks the school board for a letter of support. “This program offered me insane opportunities that I would never have dreamed about in middle school,” he said.
CALN – The status of the Coatesville Area High School’s...
Coatesville singer-songwriter set for radio spot
Jiggley Jones will perform two songs during interview session
Coatesville’s Jiggley Jones, one of the winners of the 2nd Annual Graffiti Radio Songwriting Contest in April, will be interviewed live in the studio Monday at noon.
Courtesy of being named one of the winners of the 2nd Annual Graffiti Radio Songwriting Contest in April, Coatesville’s Jiggley Jones will be interviewed live in the studio...
