Law-enforcement sources link Coatesville defendant to explosives
Neither the FBI nor U.S. Attorney’s Office would confirm ties
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A 42-year-old Coatesville man facing federal charges related to an alleged Ponzi scheme had ties to a cache of explosives found Thursday at a Malvern storage facility, law enforcement sources said Friday.
However, neither the FBI nor the U.S. Attorney’s Office would confirm any link...
Stealth videotapes lead to sentence of probation
Ex-dental employee admits to victimizing female co-workers
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Joseph “Joey” C. Kolimaga, 27, of Coatesville, was ordered to spend three years on probation for making stealth videos of female co-workers.
A former employee at a West Chester dental surgery practice with offices in West Goshen and Kennett Square pleaded guilty Wednesday in Chester County...
Gala to celebrate Coatesville diversity – and outreach
Community Education Foundation seeking partners to make positive changes
From working to save the Air Force Junior ROTC program to providing laptops to deserving students, the Coatesville Community Education Foundation is seeking assistance to improve the lives of area young people.
Toward that end, the independent public charity is holding its 2nd Annual Dinner Gala: “Celebrating Coatesville Diversity,”...
Police seeking information about shooting
Coatesville man sustained gunshot wound to abdomen Wednesday night
Coatesville police are hoping someone has information about a shooting that occurred Wednesday about 11:30 p.m.
Coatesville police are seeking assistance from the public who may have information about a shooting Wednesday night.
Police said Marcoz Resendiz, 35, of Coatesville, was walking in the 700 block of East Lincoln Highway about...
DUI offender convicted – for 4th time
Prosecutor said drugs prompted driver to park in left lane of Turnpike
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
On March 17, a Franklin County driver stopped his car in the passing lane of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, initiating a series of events that eventually landed him behind bars, authorities said.
On Tuesday night, after a two-day trial, a Chester County jury deliberated for less than...
For Coatesville defendant, apparent role reversal
In 2004, he accused now-disbarred lawyer of fraud; now he’s charged
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A 42-year-old Coatesville man with myriad identities and multiple addresses may have had an advantage in running the Ponzi scam alleged Thursday by federal authorities: Court records show he was once on the receiving end of a con.
Istvan Merchenthaler – also known as Steven...
Hats off to Dr. Seuss at charter school
Students to celebrate author’s birthday – and anniversary of chapeau-centered classic
Students at Graystone Academy Charter School will take their hats off to Dr. Seuss on Friday during a two-fold, literary extravaganza.
The school will celebrate “Read Across America,” a national program commemorating the beloved author’s March 2 birthday, and they will observe the 75th anniversary...
Tourism officials applaud return of Gaelic games
Four-day tournament in late July likely to generate $1.5 million in revenue
Competitors display their skills during a contest at the 2012 Continental Youth Championships in Chicago.
Hurling is coming back to Chester County full force in late July, and tourism officials will be throwing down a welcome mat in response.
The Continental Youth Championships (CYC), a four-day Gaelic games tournament that...
Sowing signs of spring – one piglet at a time
The Duroc piglets are delighting visitors at Springton Manor Farm.
Nine newborns are entertaining visitors at Springton Manor Farm
Nine Duroc piglets entered the world on March 1, an early sign of spring, Springton Manor Farm announced Wednesday.
The proud sow, “Dora the Explorer,” is on loan from The Lazarus Farm in Whitehall, officials said.
“Chester County Facilities & Parks Department...
Register of Wills willing to make house calls
Certain documents can be brought to those who are unable to travel
Proving that where there’s a will, there’s a way, Chester County now will send representatives to hospices, nursing facilities, and private homes to execute certain legal documents, the county said Monday.
The service, which involves securing marriage licenses and notarizing power-of-attorneys, will be provided for those who...
