Fire-prevention efforts get boost in Coatesville
City receives $2,000 to fund smoke detectors, awareness campaign
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Acting Coatesville Fire Chief Jim Lentz (from left), Greg Cary from PECO, City Manager Kirby Hudson, City Council President David C. Collins, District Attorney Tom Hogan, and Safe Kids Chester County’s Lori Aguilera and Shawn Vovericz display the ceremonial checks.
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Students at CASH win widespread acclaim
Achievements range from academic to leadership to sports
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Flanked by her mother, Jessie Ng (left), and principal Robert J. Fisher, Cindy Ling accepts her commendation from the National Merit Scholarship program.
From first in the senior class to first on the golf course, high-achieving students at Coatesville Area Senior High School were celebrated...
Civil War exhibit to highlight local conflict
In Chester County, residents’ divided loyalties fueled tensions
A new exhibit at the Chester County Historical Society will provide insight into the Civil War era.
During the Civil War, Chester County found itself in the crosshairs of controversy with residents divided in their support for the Union or President Lincoln – conflict that spilled over into contentious public meetings and dueling...
25-year-old Parkesburg man dies in single-vehicle crash
State police are investigating a fatal, one-vehicle accident that claimed the life of a 25-year-old Parkesburg man.
Police: Fatality occurred at 2:45 a.m in Sadsbury Township
Updated at 10 a.m. to add victim’s name
A 25-year-old Parkesburg man died this morning in a one-vehicle crash in Sadsbury Township, state police said.
Police from the Embreeville barracks said Reginald R. White was traveling...
Raiders smash WC East, 35-0
Coatesville uses ground game, powerful defense on cold, windy night
By Kyle Corrazza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville’s football team is about to power the ball in for a score, Friday night against West Chester East. After three straight dominant wins, the Red Raiders have to be in the discussion about which high school football team is best in Chester County. Kyle Carrozza photo.
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Multi-tasking to keep teens from behind bars
Youth Justice Awareness Month event draws appreciative crowd
Rev. Jack Crans, a 1968 graduate of CASH and well-known Coatesville advocate, opened the program with a prayer.
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A program on youth justice Thursday night began with horror stories about teen abuse in the adult system but concluded with a dramatic tale of success: a Coatesville man who served...
CASH Hall of Fame adding honorees to lineup
Group of talented athletes to be recognized at induction ceremony
The 13th Annual Coatesville Area High School Sports Hall of Fame banquet will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, at the Coatesville Country Club.
The 13th Annual Coatesville Area High School Sports Hall of Fame banquet and induction ceremony will be held Oct. 20 at the Coatesville Country Club.
This year’s inductees:
Christine Tobelman, who...
Program focus: What’s cookin’ in Coatesville area?
Free classes will cover saving money, eating healthy, getting exercise
The free six-week program of classes will teach participants how to select and prepare healthful meals.
A free series of cooking and nutrition classes is designed to whet appetites for frugal, healthful eating.
The series – “Eat Smart and Move More!” – will be presented by the Penn State Cooperative Extension in...
Commissioners spotlight Coatesville-area successes
Meeting in West Brandywine a venue for local recognition
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Commissioners Ryan Costello (from left), Kathi Cozzone and Terence Farrell pose with Thomas A. Williams, who received a citation for attaining Eagle Scout rank.
An Eagle Scout who built a footbridge across a Brandywine tributary. A farmer who has donated more than 50,000 pounds...
Two Chester County artists opening solo shows
Each will run for month at the Chester County Art Association
“Runnymeade” by Richard Chalfant will be featured at the Chester County Art Association.
Two diverse Chester County artists will open solo shows Friday that will run through Nov. 9 at the Chester County Art Association.
A free reception will be held tomorrow from 5 to 8 p.m., offering the public a preview of the works by Richard Chalfant...
