Barrena-Sarobe announces run for DA

Chris de Barrena-Sarobe Chris de Barrena-Sarobe, a career prosecutor and Democrat, has launched his campaign to be Chester County’s next District Attorney. “Chester County is a special place with a deep history and a brighter future. I want to be our next District Attorney to keep Chester County a safe and just place where families and businesses can thrive.” Chris is a graduate of UC Berkeley...

AGSD makes admin. appointment, OKs,new contract for support personnel

Mark DeEmilio At the school board meeting on Dec. 15, Avon Grove School District’s (AGSD) Board of School Directors approved the appointment of Mark DeEmilio as an assistant principal at Fred S. Engle Middle School (FSEMS). DeEmilio has served as an assistant principal in the Oxford Area School District since 2017. Prior to becoming an administrator, DeEmilio was a health and physical education teacher...

Chester County’s Color 5K raises $120K to help fight opioid abuse

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell (left), Marian Moskowitz (second right) and Michelle Kichline (right) present a check for $120,000, representing the funds raised by the Chester County Color 5K. Accepting the check are Chester County’s Director of Drug & Alcohol Services, Jamie Johnson (third right), along with COPE Program representatives Rob Gilman (center), Jackie Morales (second...

On Stage: Three options to see ‘The Nutcracker’

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Brandywine Ballet Company There are many holiday activities which have become yearly rituals for area families – decorated houses, exchanging presents around the Christmas tree, holiday parties with cookies and eggnog, listening to Christmas carols and, of course, shopping at malls (or Amazon). Another popular family favorite is attending a live performance of...

Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix donates $10K to City Parks and Rec initiatives

Crystal Arnold, Tinera Green, James Logan, Charrisse Allen, Edward Simpson, Ajené Livingston During Monday evening’s Coatesville City Council meeting, Councilman Edward Simpson and Councilwoman Charrisse Allen presented a check for $10,000 to the City’s Parks & Recreation Commission Chairperson, Ajené Livingston, on behalf of the Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix Committee and sponsors. Held...

Local health professionals share what you need to know about the ‘Tripledemic’

By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa Glea Mazzuca, DO If you’ve heard the term “tripledemic” of late and are unsure of how it could impact you and your family this holiday season, local healthcare providers are sharing information about what to look for, the differences between the three viruses involved and some simple things you and your family can do to stay healthy. Cases of flu,...

Kennett Sq. Borough Council approves 2023 budget

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, the Kennett Square Borough Council unanimously approved a budget for 2023.  The approved budget reflects a substantial investment in capital projects and infrastructure as the Borough’s capital investment will grow by over 7% compared to previous years.  The approved budget strategically allocates resources to leverage and maximize grant opportunities.  The approved budget...

On Stage: Matt Cappy taps into holiday spirit at City Winery

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Matt Cappy Matt Cappy, one of the top young trumpeters in the jazz scene, is a musician on the move. On December 15, he will travel 1,125 miles south to be a guest performer at the Mississippi Jazz Foundation’s 19th Annual “Night of Musical Artistry” in Jackson, Mississippi. In April, Cappy will travel 3,400 miles overseas to start a U.K. tour...

ChristianaCare West Grove campus awarded $2.5M grant from state Department of Human Services

The West grove campus for ChristianaCare, formerly Jennersville Hospital. The ChristianaCare West Grove campus has received a $2.5 million grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for facility renovation and the development of outpatient services. The grant consists of $1.5 million from the American Rescue Fund Plan Act (ARPA) and $1 million from the Commonwealth.  ChristianaCare finalized...

Gallo named new Director of Human Resources for county

Michelle Gallo is Chester County’s new Director of Human Resources. Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline have named Michelle Gallo, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, the new Director of Human Resources for the County of Chester. Gallo comes to the County from Lancaster County Government where she served as the HR Director since March 2021.  She previously spent nearly...