Political news and notes: 2014 legislative races kicking off
Final write-in results show poor turnout, participation in 2013
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The political news cycle never seems to end these days, on the heels of the final write-in election results being posted Friday, we have a batch of new candidate announcements or pending announcements in 2014 state legislative races — and even, it seems — an early hint about a 2016 race.
First to the...
Pa. American Water to expand alternate-fuel fleet
DEP grant will be used to convert trucks for use with compressed natural gas
Pennsylvania American Water Production Manager Robert Schnitzler (left) and Engineering Project Manager Joel Mitchell, both members of the company’s CNG Fleet Task Force, show off one of the converted vehicles.
Having joined 33 groups that received an Alternative Fuel Incentive Grant (AFIG) from the Pennsylvania Department...
Good Shepherd welcomes new pastor
The Church of the Good Shepherd recently welcomed a new pastor. From left, Bill McAdoo, congregation council president; Pastor Susan Lynch; Pastor Claire Burkat – Bishop of Southeast Pennsylvania Synod.
COATESVILLE — The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd celebrated the installation of Pastor Susan P. Lynch as senior Pastor. on Sunday, Oct. 27. The service was officiated by The Reverend Clare...
Through mural, young city artists continue to shine
Darkness to Light creators to be honored at Penn State reception
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Teens show off the finished Darkness to Light mural at an unveiling ceremony at the Bridge Academy and Community Center in Coatesville.
The glow generated by the Darkness to Light mural project continues, and its youthful creators will be recognized on Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Penn State...
Getting teens fired up about public service
County course offers opportunity for hands-on experience
As her colleagues watch, Hayleigh Hunter, 17, of Avon Grove High, drains the fire hydrant so that the hose can be attached.
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
While many of their peers lounged at home or hung out at the mall this past weekend, a group of county teens took turns wrestling with hoses, matching wits with ladders,...
At least two new CASD board members elected
Eight votes separate five candidates in So. Coatesville council race
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
There will be at least two new members of the Coatesville Area School District Board of Education and it could be days or even weeks before its is known if there will be one more new member, because of write-in votes. The same is true for who the winners are in a razor-thin Borough Council race in...
Take a shot at staying healthy this winter
Register to receive free flu vaccines on Friday
Protect yourself against the pesky flu by taking advantage of the free vaccines offered by the Chester County Health Department in Coatesville on Friday, Nov. 8.
Advance registration and an up-to-date immunization record is required for the shots, which will be administered from 9 a.m. to noon at the Coatesville Center for Community Health, 1001 E. Lincoln...
West defeats Coatesville 24-7 for ChesMont Championship
Red Raiders unable to establish offense in final game of regular season
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
DOWNINGTOWN – In football, success means not just doing a few things well but being able to change the game plan and find yards even when the initial plan does not work.
Coatesville could not adjust to Downingtown West’s stifling defense or option running game, losing 24-7 in Friday...
Offense, defense, special teams score in 42-20 Coatesville win
Coatesville remains undefeated to earn chance for Ches-Mont title next week
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Tyler Burke makes a first quarter sack. Burke, who has been Coatesville’s best defensive player all year, went on to return an interception for a touchdown.
CALN – To be a team means not just relying on one player to do all the work. It means having multiple threats that can...
PennDOT: Roadwork scheduled in Sadsbury, Coatesville
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) wants residents to be aware of possible traffic delays as work continues on area road projects the week of Oct. 21-25.
Crack-sealing will be done on Business U.S. 30 in both directions in Sadsbury Township this week. Lane closures will occur between Old Wilmington Rd. and Rt. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
PECO Energy will work...
