Chesco residents to throw out first pitch at Phils’, Friday
Patient, doctor to share first-pitch duties on Childhood Cancer Awareness Day at ball park
PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies will join Major League Baseball and all MLB Clubs in a league-wide effort to raise childhood cancer awareness by dedicating a special “Childhood Cancer Awareness Day” at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, with two Chester County residents playing a big role in the evening’s...
What To Do: Enjoy these last weekends of summer
One last warm weekend before school starts for many in the area
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The New Holland Summer Fest takes place this weekend.
With only a few summer weekends left in 2016, many area residents are taking advantage of the warm weather by driving east to the New Jersey shore or driving north to resorts in the Poconos.
This weekend, driving west is also a good option —...
Coatesvile Grand Prix, Sept. 24
Invitational event for classic cars and car lovers
This inaugural and invitational event hosted by the city of Coatesville will feature approximately 50 vintage autos and motorcycles dating back from the early 1900’s through the 1960s. The race from 9am to 4pm will follow a 2.2 mile course along Lincoln Highway encompassing the heart of the city and its neighborhoods.
What To Do: Soar into New Garden Festival of Flight
Also: Bike racers take to streets of West Chester
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Classic aircraft and cars are just some of the thrills featured at this weekend’s 40th annual New Garden Festival of Flight.
The annual air show at the New Garden Flying Field in Toughkenamon has been staged continuously for more than 40 years and it continues to get better every year. The lively show has...
Sheriff’s Cruise Night, Friday at WCU
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Sheriff’s Department 5th annual Cruise Night is being held Friday, August 19, 2016, at West Chester University’s Farrell Stadium.
Proceeds from the event benefits the Chester County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit, according to Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh.
CASH Marching Band to perform in 2017 National Independence Day Parade
Nominated by Congressman Pat Meehan
By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times
The Coatesville Area High School marching band was nominated by Congressman Pat Meehan as the only band from Pennsylvania nominated to perform in the National Independence Day Parade July 4, 2017, in Washington D.C.
CALN – The Coatesville Area High School marching band recently received the honor of being the only...
What To Do: Old Fiddlers’ Picnic, 88 years and going strong
Also: Music at Longwood, Star Party at Marsh Creek
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
A music event with nearly a century of tradition in Chester County highlights what looks to be a fun-filled, but warm and steamy weekend in the Delaware Valley.
The Chester County Old Fiddlers’ Picnic (Hibernia County Park, off Route 340, Wagontown, 610-383-2812, http://dsf.chesco.org/ccparks) is scheduled...
Local company builds doghouses for LaMancha Animal Rescue
LaMancha now considering additional corporate sponsorships
By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times
Volunteers from Evolve IP raised funds to purchase for eco-friendly, maintenance free doghouses for LaMancha Animal Rescue.
EAST FALLOWFIELD – Rescue dogs at LaMancha Animal Rescue got a special treat last week when volunteers from Evolve IP in Wayne built four doghouses for the outdoor shelters...
Coatesville church holds 2nd march for peace, unity and love
Encouraging residents to open communication and show respect for one another
By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times
Over 60 people, including State Representative Harry Lewis Jr. (R-74) and City Council President Linda Lavender- Norris attended the peace walk in Coatesville Wednesday.
COATESVILLE – Following the recent shootings in Orlando, Florida and around the world, as well as the recent...
Sadsbury to hold Community Day, Aug. 20
SADSBURY — The township will host Community Day on Saturday, August 20, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Bert Reel Park.
The dedication of Eric’s Place, a newly installed ADA-compliant playground donated by the DiLabbio family as a tribute to their son, opens the activities at the park on Old Wilmington Road.
