Smith, Coatesville shoot their way to league win

Red Raiders outlast Kennett in gunslinger fashion  By Dave Conard Sports Editor, CoatesvilleTimes,com Red Raiders senior Samira Strand scores two of her ten points against Kennett. KENNETT SQUARE—It’s unusual in today’s world of sports that after a knock down drag out league battle both coaches would be happy, almost giddy with the outcome. After all, one team has to be on the short end, or...

Hello 2012, welcome to the deep stuff

Hijinks in the 19th Senate District kick off election season, more silliness likely ahead By Mike McGann, Editor, CoatesvilleTimes.com Just when you thought it was safe to go back on the Internet, we’re back with the first column of 2012. Although probably not as exciting as Googling “Santorum” — and no, you really, really don’t want to do that — it’s good to be back in the saddle in...

Red Raiders shoot lights out in first half, prevail 60-54 over Blue Demons

Coatesville’s torrid shooting helps build a big lead in Ches-Mont League win By Dave Conard  Sports Editor, CoatesvilleTimes.com Shooting over 70 percent from the field will help win alot of games as the Red Raiders proved Friday. KENNETT SQUARE—In what can only be described as a classic high school basketball battle, Coatesville hung on to secure a much needed Ches-Mont league win with a...

Houghton will challenge Dinniman for Senate seat

Redistricted out of the 9th, he will challenge state Sen. Andy Dinniman for the Democratic nomination in the 19th District Former State Rep. Tom Houghton LONDON GROVE — Former State Representative, Township Supervisor and attorney Tom Houghton announced his candidacy for the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 19th District, which covers most of the greater Coatesville area. Houghton started in public...

Farrell reelected Chair, Cozzone Vice Chair of ChesCo Commmissioners

Commissioner Terence Farrell WEST CHESTER — Terence Farrell was elected Chair of the Chester County Board of Commissioners at this morning’s 2012 organizational meeting, while Kathi Cozzone was elected Vice Chair. Commissioner Ryan Costello nominated Farrell and Cozzone for the positions. Costello stressed that the three commissioners have worked well as a team and that they take a non-partisan...

Jordan, Coatesville battle Vikings in league meet

Red Raiders swimmers working toward common goal By Dave Conard  Sports Editor Coatesville Times.com   Coatesville junior Jesse Jordan competed in four events against the Vikings, finishing second in the 50 freestyle. COLLEGEVILLE—Through out the rigors of a high school swimming season there are bound to be days where you either have off day or have take to the water while being a little weary...

It appears the joke is on us

New Congressional districts slice and dice area, make 2012 elections kind of pointless By Mike McGann, Editor, CoatesvilleTimes.com In case you missed it, the final phase of the 2012 Congressional elections are going to be held next week. And the results, it appears, are already in. Turn out, considering it was such a key election in Pennsylvania, was surprisingly light. Less than 300 votes, as it...

Column: Is Rock Dead?

Bad Karma, Part 3 By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, CoatesvilleTimes.com If you’re like me then you have hard time finding the right dress slacks. But if you’re like me you’re also moved by the awesome, face-melting power that is Rock and Roll. The very thought of it conjures up images of long haired barbarians in leather pants, shredding furiously upon their axes to appease the Rock gods...

Young announces run for 45th District seat

Josh Young Caln commissioner to seek nomination for new state rep. seat CALN – Touting his strong record of leadership, coalition building and getting results to benefit our community and our economy, Joshua Young announced today his candidacy for the State Legislature. A pragmatic progressive Democrat focused on results, Young is seeking to represent the 45th District. He will build upon the progressive...

Wilson fuels 21-point quarter as Red Raiders notch first win

Patience pays off for Coatesville, as 322 traffic delays start off tip off classic By Dave Conard, Sports Editor CoatesvilleTimes.com COATESVILLE–Red Raiders head coach Fred Ellzy felt pretty confident going into Friday nights season opener against Academy Park. Martianna Wilson, who had a game high 23 points, battles under the boards. The excitement leading into Coatesville High School’s annual...