Watercolor artist’s work on display this month
Free, public reception for Lynda Pitcherella to be held May 18
Lynda Pitcherella (left) poses with Dr. Matt Lapp and her work, which is on display at Salus Chiropractic Studio in Thorndale.
During May, Lynda Pitcherella, a local watercolor artist, will be displaying a collection of giclee prints of her watercolors at Salus Chiropractic Studio in Thorndale, where the public is invited to attend a...
Take safety precautions during Arson Awareness Week
Government agencies want public to be aware of dangers to avoid them
Government agencies are pushing safety precautions during National Arson Awareness Week.
An estimated 16,800 intentionally set fires occur in homes every year, resulting annually in approximately 280 deaths, 775 injuries, and $593 million in property loss, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). During Arson Awareness Week...
Library offering kayak, canoe safety course
Participants will receive certification to operate paddle crafts
The Chester County Library is offering a paddle-boat safety course in conjunction with the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Want to ensure you know what you’re doing the next time you decide to paddle down the Brandywine? The Chester County Library and District Center is offering an educational opportunity to help accomplish that.
Partnering...
Raising awareness about regional heroin abuse
Brainstorming session attracts government officials, concerned citizens
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Andy Rumford (center) discusses the heroin problem with New Garden Township Police Chief Gerald Simpson (left) and Kennett Square Police Chief Edward A. Zunino.
Think your child is too smart, athletic, or well-adjusted to become addicted to heroin? That’s a dangerously inaccurate...
Coatesville Police collect more than 60 lbs. of prescription drugs
DEA Take-Back day aims to prevent variety of drug-related problems
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Officer Rodger Ollis and Coatesville Youth Initiative Drug Free Communities coordinator Lula Defersha stand next to over 60 lbs of drugs collected on Saturday.
COATESVILLE – Coatesville Police, in cooperation with the DEA and the Coatesville Youth Initiative, collected an estimated 60 lbs....
An exercise in support of four-legged friends
Chester County SPCA invites participants to family-friendly ‘Walk For Paws’
The 26th Annual Walk for Paws helps support the programs at the Chester County SPCA, an independent, nonprofit agency.
For participants in the 26th Annual Walk for Paws, a simple walk in the park will help save animals’ lives, organizers from the Chester County SPCA said.
This year’s event will combine the traditional...
Champion of compassion gets recognized
Betty Moran honored for work with Chester County Fund for Women and Girls
Betty Moran was honored by the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls at its ‘Making a Difference’ luncheon on Wednesday. Photo by Campli Photography
Before a sold-out crowd of several hundred, a Chester County philanthropist known for avoiding the limelight took center stage at the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls’...
Day of bonding, beautifying Brandywine
Volunteers being sought for Saturday morning creek cleanup
Organizers of the Brandywine Creek Cleanup on Saturday are seeking residents’ help to spruce up a treasured resource.
Sponsored by the City of Coatesville, the Brandywine Valley Association (BVA), the Coatesville Community Policing Committee, and the Coatesville Parks and Recreation Commission, the event will begin rain or shine at 8 a.m....
Police: Prevent abuse by safely disposing of drugs
Area departments participating in Take Back Initiative on Saturday
This week is the ideal time to clean out your medicine cabinets: Several area police departments are participating Saturday in the National Drug Take Back Initiative.
Sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the program provides a safe opportunity for disposing of unwanted medication, an option that helps prevent...
County facility offering day of shear family fun
Springton Manor Farm to host annual Sheep & Wool Day
Lots of friendly animals will be available for observation and photo opportunities at Springton Manor Farm’s annual Sheep & Wool Day.
It’s time to enjoy the shear magic of the season as the sheep lose their wool on Saturday at Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore.
The farm’s annual Sheep & Wool Day will be held from 11 a.m. to...
