Time to nurture seeds of gratitude for farmers
National Agricultural Day honors their deep-rooted dedication
Jamie Hicks (from left) sits with his son, Graham, and wife Kate at the entrance to Meadow Springs Farm on East Doe Run Road.
National Agricultural Day on Tuesday offers an optimal time to celebrate the long and distinguished tradition of Chester County farming – an industry that dates back to Colonial days.
Farming remains Pennsylvania’s...
City man accused of videotaping naked teen
Charges stemmed from investigation into child pornography
An investigation into alleged possession of child pornography on Friday led to multiple charges against a 51-year-old Coatesville resident, including indecent assault and corruption of a minor.
Police said in addition to child pornography, investigators found a video of a 13-year-old girl naked in her bathroom that was taken without her knowledge...
Last of three city murder defendants in custody
D.A.: Dominique Lee surrendered to authorities Saturday
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Dominique Lee (from left), the last of three Coatesville defendants implicated in the slaying of Dominique Williams on June 29, was taken into custody Saturday; Marquis Rayner and Camren Horne were apprehended on Tuesday, said District Atttorney Tom Hogan.
The only one of the three Coatesville...
Gun buyback takes 38 guns off the street
Officials say they hope to ‘break the cycle of guns on the streets’
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville police officers, including Chief Jack Laufer III (second from right) stand next to the guns collected during Saturday’s gun buyback. The department collected 38 guns, a combination of shotguns, rifles, pistols, and ammunition.
COATESVILLE – The Coatesville Police...
12th Annual Municipal Update Luncheon scheduled
Gathering an initiative of the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce
The Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce (WCCCC) is holding its 12th Annual Municipal Update Luncheon on March 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Greg A. Vietri Inc, Electrical Contractor, 105 Independence Way, Coatesville.
The program will feature representatives from the municipalities serviced by the chamber. It will include...
Alleged, reckless dirt-bike driving leads to trouble
Young male referred to juvenile authorities for operating stolen vehicle
On Wednesday, Coatesville Cpl. Ken Michels and Officer Rob Kuech observed a blue and white Yamaha dirt bike being operated recklessly by a male juvenile in the 600 block of East Lincoln Highway, police said.
Using emergency lights and sirens, the officers attempted to stop the operator, who was not wearing a helmet and abandoned...
Indicted judge sues to get pay reinstated
West Chester magisterial district judge says high court violated his rights
Updated at 4:45 p.m. to add quotes from Samuel C. Stretton
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A suspended Chester County magisterial district judge implicated in the alleged Philadelphia Traffic Court ticket-fixing case wants his paycheck returned.
West Chester Magisterial District Judge Mark A. Bruno filed...
4 prosecutors elevated to deputy district attorneys
D.A.: Promotions make ‘strong leadership team even stronger’
Newly promoted deputy district attorneys are Michelle Frei (from left), Mark Conte, Renee Merion, and Thomas Ost-Prisco.
Four Chester County assistant district attorneys have been promoted to deputy district attorneys, Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced Friday.
Hogan said the new deputies – Michelle Frei, Thomas Ost-Prisco,...
Lesson in thrift, nutrition benefits Food Bank
Students learn to stretch their dollars while assisting needy
Participants in the third Food Check-Out, sponsored by the Chester Delaware County Farm Bureau, get recognition from County Commissioners Ryan Costello (left), Kathi Cozzone (third from right), and Terence Farrell (right). Susan Rzucidlo, who organized the project, is second from right.
The Life Skills Advanced Placement class at...
Op/Ed: Chester County residents have E-cycling options
While new law mandates recycling of electronics, there are many simple options available
By Ryan Costello, Chester County Commissioner
Chester County Commissioner Ryan Costello
A new law in Pennsylvania mandates the safe disposal of electronic equipment, now known as E-waste. No longer will county residents be able to just put a television, computer and other such devices at the curb for the refuse...
