Crusade to end heroin scourge comes to Parkesburg
In daughter’s memory, father is working to raise awareness, save lives
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A Kennett Square resident whose 23-year-old daughter, Kacie Erin Rumford, died of a heroin overdose earlier this year, is bringing his crusade to educate the public about the scourge of this widely available drug to Parkesburg.
Andy Rumford has channeled the devastation he...
County health launches RoadMAPP Website
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Health Department announced that the Chester County Health Assessment: RoadMAPP to Health website was launched yesterday.
This project is a collaborative effort involving many health agencies and community organizations in Chester County who will assess the health of our community, identify the major issues, and develop a Community Health Improvement Plan to address...
Brandywine Center gains recognition for healthcare services
Brandywine Health Foundation facility selected as one of the best in the nation
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
The Brandywine Health Foundation’s Brandywine Center in Coatesville was honored by the Robert Wood Health Foundation Commission for its efforts in improving community health.
COATESVILLE – The Brandywine Health Foundation’s Brandywine Center earned recognition from the Robert...
Foundation seeking teen scholarship candidates
Recipients interested in continuing education must have overcome hardship
Foundation established in memory of Billy Bauerschmidt seeks to empower teens who have overcome adversity.
Billy’s Legacy Foundation, a nonprofit set up to empower teens to achieve leadership, personal or educational goals, is seeking scholarship applicants who have overcome a hardship and wish to continue their education.
The...
Pennsylvania American Water announces water and sewer line replacements
Construction has begun for the new systems in Coatesville, S. Coatesville, and Parkesburg
Pennsylvania American Water will install nearly 4,100 feet of new water lines and 700 feet of sewer main lines.
COATESVILLE, Pa. – Pennsylvania American Water announced today the start of construction to install new water and sewer main in the City of Coatesville, South Coatesville Borough and Parkesburg Borough.
Nearly...
Scholarships presented to students pursuing agriculture careers
The Chester Delaware County Farm Bureau awarded seven students $1000 at annual picnic
Students pursuing futures in agriculture receive scholarships to further education.
The Chester Delaware County Farm Bureau returned to Nottingham County Park for their annual picnic on Sunday June 30.
Long term and new members of the Farm Bureau enjoyed beef brisket and the trimmings catered by Sabrena McMichael...
Chasin for Chalfin features pair of cross country runs
Races part of fundraising events to benefit Jake Chalfin
By Blair Sylvester, Correspondent, The Times
Saturday marks a series of fundraising road races to benefit West Marlborough jockey Jake Chalfin, who was paralyzed in a 2010 steeplechase accident. Photo courtesy of Tod Marks
WEST MARLBOROUGH — Those searching for a scenic run, through some of Chester County’s most beautiful vistas, should...
Chamber touts benefits of social capital
Local businesses can benefit from giving back to the community
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Claudia Hellebush, (right) the President of the United Way of Chester County and Brian Parsons, the Senior Vice President, Products, of West Chester-based Communications Test Design discuss the benefits of businesses giving back to the community, Wednesday.
COATESVILLE — Is it possible to get something...
Scott student attends People to People leadership forum
Essay leads to scholarship for Washington, D.C. forum
Avery Johnston
Avery Johnston, a student at Scott Middle School, traveled to Washington, D.C, to participate in a People to People World Leadership Forum. Johnston, along with fellow students from around the world, took part in a week-long educational trip, including visits to historical landmarks in Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. The students...
In Coatesville, pride means diversity, community, resilience
Longtime Coatesville resident updates 1911 poem to express her love for city
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Longtime Coatesville resident Doris S. Williams wrote an ode to Coatesville, telling about the pride she has in the city and her hopes for its future.
Community means identity. In Coatesville, we share spaces,
both physical—sidewalks, schools, lines at the grocery store—and less...
