Police: Shots fired in unit block of Pa. Ave.
No injuries reported, but unoccupied vehicle sustained damage
Coatesville police responded to the unit block of Pennsylvania Avenue at 11:33 p.m. Saturday for a report that nine to 12 gunshots had been fired, said Officer Carmen Mollichella. Police said investigators recovered five spent casings on the ground.
No injuries were reported, but at least one unoccupied vehicle was struck, with shots breaking...
Utility installation may spur traffic delays
Lanes will be restricted on section of Rt. 30 in Coatesville
PennDOT has roadwork scheduled in the area this coming week.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the following roadwork in the area for the upcoming week.
Utility installation is expected to cause lane restriction on Business Rt. 30 in Coatesville between Strode and Hope Avenue from 9 a.m. to 3p.m. Tuesday...
Coatesville man faces drug possession charges
Police: Failure to display inspection sticker led to traffic stop
The absence of inspection and emissions stickers led to a traffic stop for a 40-year-old Coatesville man on Friday at 1:55 p.m. in the 200 block of East Lincoln Highway, Cpl. Larry Cooper reported.
After making contact with Robert J. Hudecheck, Cooper detected a strong odor of burnt marijuana, and Hudecheck possesses a clear baggie with...
Watercolor artist’s work on display this month
Free, public reception for Lynda Pitcherella to be held May 18
Lynda Pitcherella (left) poses with Dr. Matt Lapp and her work, which is on display at Salus Chiropractic Studio in Thorndale.
During May, Lynda Pitcherella, a local watercolor artist, will be displaying a collection of giclee prints of her watercolors at Salus Chiropractic Studio in Thorndale, where the public is invited to attend a...
A venue where pipe dreams can come true
Longwood Gardens is hosting international organ competition
Ten renowned organists from around the world will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition at Longwood Gardens.
Organ aficionados, take note: Longwood Gardens’ is hosting an international competition with a $40,000 first prize.
Ten renowned organists will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition, playing...
Police: Suspicious vehicle leads to pot bust
Two occupants, one of whom had gun, face multiple drug charges
On Thursday at 7:10 p.m., Cpl. Jeffrey Ingemie and Officer David Marquette were dispatched to a suspicious vehicle in the area of the unit block of South Chester Avenue, Coatesville police said. Upon arrival, the officers observed a black Dodge Charger occupied by three males; the vehicle had a strong odor of marijuana, police said. Garnell...
Police: City man under apparent influence of PCP
Officers said he was found lying in roadway and taken to hospital for observation
An unknown emergency call brought Officer Jonathan Shave and Cpl. Jeffrey Ingemie to the rear alleyway behind the Ash Park Apartments, 25 S. Fourth Ave., at 8:38 p.m. Wednesday, police said. Upon arrival, the officers made contact with two city residents: Arthur Brown, 34, who was lying in the roadway and showed signs...
Work to replace aging sewer main begins Monday
Pa. American Water says 1,800 feet of clay pipe will be upgraded; traffic backups likely
Construction to replace nearly 1,800 feet of aging sewer main in the City of Coatesville, will begin Monday, Pennsylvania American Water Company announced Wednesday.
The work, intended to reduce the likelihood of sewer backups in the community, will involve replacing clay pipe that dates back to the 1920s at a...
Take safety precautions during Arson Awareness Week
Government agencies want public to be aware of dangers to avoid them
Government agencies are pushing safety precautions during National Arson Awareness Week.
An estimated 16,800 intentionally set fires occur in homes every year, resulting annually in approximately 280 deaths, 775 injuries, and $593 million in property loss, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). During Arson Awareness Week...
Coatesville area new state house district upheld by courts
New state house, state Senate districts for many — new district, the 74th in Coatesville area
The new State House districts for Chester County, including the new 74th District, centered around Coatesville.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The Pennsylvania State Supreme Court has upheld a new legislative redistricting plan, Wednesday, meaning the proposed district changes — including...
