Living History: Chadds Ford Days brings past alive
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
A historic reenactor works on an 18th century loom, during a demonstration at the 2011 Chadds Ford Days, which take place Sept. 8 & 9. Photo courtesy of the Chadds Ford Historical Society.
Local residents and visitors to the Brandywine Valley know it as the home of the famous Wyeth family of artists and picturesque countryside, but few know the history behind...
County’s Historical Society to host ‘History on Tap’
Free program will focus on Marshallton’s role in Battle of Brandywine
The Marshalton Inn will serve as a starting point for a free program of the Chester County Historical Society that highlights the role Marshallton played in the Battle of the Brandywine.
On the eve of the anniversary of the Battle of the Brandywine – Sept. 11, 1777 – the Chester County Historical Society is inviting...
Caln police chief on paid administrative leave
Township manager said he could not discuss reason for open-ended suspension
For 26 years, Caln Township Police Chief Brian R. Byerly has worked in Caln’s police department, four years in the top post.
Now the man who advanced in the ranks to chief in a township of about 14,000 residents has been placed on paid administrative leave.
Township Manager Gregory E. Prowant said he could not discuss...
State police arrest 4 for alleged drunken-driving in area
Troopers issued citations to two motorists accused of causing crashes
State police from the Embreeville barracks reported the following charges and citations during the past several weeks.
Police said four individuals were arrested for driving under the influence: James Chris Gauss, 25, of Downingtown, who was stopped Aug. 7 for a traffic violation on Norwood Road south of the Rt. 30 bypass in East...
School board: two new middle schools not in the budget
South Brandywine might stay open for five more years
By Kyle Carrozza, Correspondent, The Times
Although slated for replacement, fiscal constraints may keep South Brandywine Middle School open for at least five more years.
CALN – Due to an already tight budget, the Coatesville Area School Board announced a change in plans at their meeting Tuesday night, stating that the district cannot afford to...
Contest to draw out youthful, recycling creativity
Prizes will be awarded for posters that inspire citizens to reduce waste
A couple of weeks after members of the Coatesville Youth Initiative hosted a recycling event, the city’s youth have another opportunity to make a positive contribution to the environment.
The Coatesville Community Policing Committee and the city’s Parks and Recreation Commission is sponsoring its first Recycling Poster Contest...
Bell sworn as interim city police chief
Simpson resigns as council president; city facing $2M deficit
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, The Times
Interim Chief James Bell is sworn in by the Hon. Judge Gregory Hines as Dr. Tonya Thames Taylor serves as witness.
COATESVILLE – Interim chief of police James Bell was officially sworn in for duty at Monday’s city council meeting.
Bell was named interim chief of police at a council meeting on...
Emergencies happen; are you ready, county asks?
County’s Department of Emergency Services to educate during National Preparedness Month
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Displaying the proclamation issued by the Chester County Commissioners are Anne Shuinak, Chester County Food Bank; Vicky Mayer, Royer Greaves School for the Blind; Nancy Keefer, Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry; Robert Kagel, Chester County...
Speeches on transparency can’t mask fiscal woes
Council members continue to pledge reform while police, financial crises roil
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
“The 2012 Police Department budget cuts have been bungled, or worse, thus placing police officers and citizens at increased risk and causing Coatesville’s police officers to declare their lack of confidence in City Council to keep Coatesville safe.”
That’s a quote...
Reputed Coatesville gang leader held for trial
Charges related to alleged pistol-whipping assault, drug-dealing will advance to county court
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Charges against William C. “Pumpkin” Shockley Jr. will advance to Chester County Court.
A reputed street-gang leader known as “Pumpkin” was held for trial today on charges related to the alleged pistol-whipping, robbing, and threatening of...
