County launches Teen Talk Line to aid mental health and wellness
WEST CHESTER — Chester County teens now have a new tool for mental health and wellness. A Teen Talk Line, targeting 12 to 18 year-olds, is now taking calls and texts to support young people who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, sad, isolated, or confused.
The National Institute of Mental Health notes that young people may be more vulnerable to stress and developing mental health conditions, such...
Houlahan highlights threat to local economy posed by Spotted Lanterfly
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan speaks at a media event Monday to highlight the threat to the local economy from the Spotted Lanterfly, as Braeloch Brewing owner Ken Steeves looks on.
KENNETT SQUARE — If you are a beer or wine lover — or a fan of Chester County’s great agricultural products — you have a new Public Enemy, No. 1: the Spotted Lanternfly.
This...
State to open vaccine appointments to all by April 19
Updates to add comment from Chester County Commissioners, 4:30 pm
If you’ve been waiting for your chance at the COVID-19 vaccine, every resident of the state over age 16 will be eligible to schedule an appointment, but residents in the southeastern portion of the state may still find it tough to get an available appointment, as supply in the commonwealth still trails supply.
The move speeds up...
72 acre Chadds Ford section of Brandywine Battlefield to be preserved
A drone view of the portion of the Brandywine Battlefield newly under conservation.
As of last week, North American Land Trust (NALT) has acquired a historic Brandywine Battlefield property — located on Oakland Road in Delaware County — with the intent to protect the land forever under conservation easement before ultimately opening its 72 acres to the public as Brinton Run Preserve. Originally...
Chesco Health launches new vaccine reg. system; everyone in 1A eligible for appointments
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Health Department has launched a new vaccine registration system for its COVID-19 vaccine program. The new system helps everyone who has already registered with the county health department to easily book a vaccine appointment, and ensures appointments are allocated specifically to the individuals who are being contacted.
An email sent this morning to all Phase 1A...
Chester County honors those lost to COVID
Chester County Commissioners’ Chair Marian Moskowitz is joined by Commissioners Josh Maxwell and Michelle Kichline, and other County elected officials, to pay tribute to the 747 Chester County residents who have died because of COVID-19.
This weekend, Chester County honored the memory of the 747 people in the county who have lost their lives to COVID-19. Three memorial tributes are being held at...
Coatesville VA offering COVID vaccine to all enrolled veterans
Debora Brooks-Wilson receives her first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccination at Coatesville VA Medical Center on March 25, 2021 after receiving a text message last week offering her the opportunity to schedule an appointment.
CALN — Coatesville VA Medical Center (VAMC) began offering the COVID-19 vaccine to all enrolled Veterans on Thursday.
The decision to open vaccinations to all enrolled Veterans...
EPA recognizes Chesco among nation’s leading green power users
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners announced today the County’s acceptance by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a Green Power Partner.
In its confirmation of the County of Chester as a Green Power Partner, the EPA noted the County’s purchase of 20,460,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green power annually, which is enough green power to meet 100 percent of the County’s...
Morgan Truck Body to hold hiring event at Coatesville City Hall, April 10
Manufacturing assemblers at Morgan Truck Body.
The City of Coatesville, in partnership with Morgan Truck Body and the Chester County Economic Development Council’s Hire One Initiative, has announced a job fair Saturday, April 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Coatesville City Hall, One City Place.
Inspired by the successful collaboration between the City of Coatesville and Urban Outfitters last...
County to hold COVID memorial events this weekend, place displays
WEST CHESTER — In observance of the one-year anniversary of the first recorded COVID-19 death in Chester County, the County Commissioners announce plans for memorial displays that will be located at three places in the north, central and south parts Chester County.
Special memorials will be featured in Warwick Park in Pottstown, Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore, and Nottingham Park in Nottingham...
