Coatesville police probing hit-and-run accident
Vehicle involved in Sunday crash reportedly found a half-block from scene
Officers were dispatched on Sunday at 7:07 a.m. to a hit-and-run accident in the 100 block of of Strode Avenue, Sgt. Steven Smith reported. A vehicle struck an unoccupied, legally parked vehicle and left the scene sometime during the night or early morning hours, Coatesville police said.
Police said the striking vehicle was...
Coatesville Police collect more than 60 lbs. of prescription drugs
DEA Take-Back day aims to prevent variety of drug-related problems
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Officer Rodger Ollis and Coatesville Youth Initiative Drug Free Communities coordinator Lula Defersha stand next to over 60 lbs of drugs collected on Saturday.
COATESVILLE – Coatesville Police, in cooperation with the DEA and the Coatesville Youth Initiative, collected an estimated 60 lbs....
Coatesville can’t find offense in 7-0 loss to Henderson
Four runs in the sixth inning turn defensive struggle into rout for Warriors
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Shortstop Corinne Byerly looks in a fly ball. Bylerly played outstanding defense, not letting anything past.
CALN – Coatesville High School’s softball team just could not find any consistency in its batting as it fell 7-0 to West Chester Henderson at home on Friday.
For most...
Police: Robbery by two juveniles interrupted
Male in female taken into custody and released to parents
Two juveniles – a male and a female – were taken into custody Wednesday at 6:49 p.m. after police observed a robbery in progress in the 500 biock of East Lincoin Highway Officer Miguel A. Ortiz reported.
The victim was treated by paramedics for injuries and the juveniles, who were charged with robbery and related offenses, were released...
An exercise in support of four-legged friends
Chester County SPCA invites participants to family-friendly ‘Walk For Paws’
The 26th Annual Walk for Paws helps support the programs at the Chester County SPCA, an independent, nonprofit agency.
For participants in the 26th Annual Walk for Paws, a simple walk in the park will help save animals’ lives, organizers from the Chester County SPCA said.
This year’s event will combine the traditional...
Champion of compassion gets recognized
Betty Moran honored for work with Chester County Fund for Women and Girls
Betty Moran was honored by the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls at its ‘Making a Difference’ luncheon on Wednesday. Photo by Campli Photography
Before a sold-out crowd of several hundred, a Chester County philanthropist known for avoiding the limelight took center stage at the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls’...
Late firefighter honored for unselfish dedication
Capt. Chris Good fought blazes on the job – and as volunteer
The late Capt. Christopher M. “Goody” Good of Good Will Fire Company was honored by the Red Cross Wednesday.
The late Capt. Christopher M. “Goody” Good of Good Will Fire Company, who also worked as a career firefighter for ArcelorMittal in Coatesville, was the honoree at the annual Chester County Heroes Breakfast on Wednesday.
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CASD to improve security systems and discipline policies
District takes multi-faceted approach to prevent violence in light of Sandy Hook
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
CALN – The Coatesville Area School District Board of Education passed multiple motions to improve the safety in schools at their meeting Tuesday night.
Actions taken include updated security systems and new discipline policies. The board believes that such actions are necessary...
Police investigating Tuesday morning robbery
Victim described assault by two men who stole his wallet, fled in his vehicle
Coatesville police are investigating a robbery that occurred on Tuesday at 12:44 a.m., Sgt. Steven Smith reported. The victim said he was in the 200 block of Concord Alley when he was physically assaulted by two black males, one of whom stole his wallet, police said.
The assailants fled in the victim’s vehicle, which was...
Agencies offering free job-seeking help
Opportunities range from seminars to networking sessions
Having trouble finding a job? Chester County’s PA CareerLink has added services to facilitate the process.
Applicants must have a resume and meet Workforce Investment Act (WIA) requirements. To schedule an eligibility determination, contact the PA CareerLink-Chester County at 610-384-9393 or visit www.pacareerlinkchesco.org.
A free women’s...
