D.A.: Alleged pistol-whipper apprehended in Lancaster

William C. Shockley Jr. is accused of assaulting and robbing a Coatesville man and threatening him to keep quiet about it. Accused street-gang leader faces charges that include assault, robbery, intimidation By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times After allegedly pistol-whipping a Coatesville man and robbing him of $4,000 in April, a reputed street-gang leader nicknamed “Pumpkin” threatened...

An appetizing opportunity for food and feedback

Brandywine Health Foundation extends invitation to Vision Cafe on Aug. 14 Attention Coatesville-area residents, employees and/or volunteers: Your opinion matters. That’s the message from the Brandywine Health Foundation, which is seeking feedback on how to build a healthier future for the Coatesville area. And speaking of health, they’re even providing sandwiches in exchange for your thoughts...

Retired soccer pro returns to his revered city roots

36-year-old J.T. Dorsey thrilled to be running a youth program in Coatesville By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Former soccer standout J.T. Dorsey encourages fancy footwork as kids return the balls after a workout. Surrounded by dozens of pint-sized whirling dervishes with soccer balls, the organizer of the controlled chaos smiled broadly. ”She wouldn’t even touch the ball when...

Fatal stabbing marks city’s 5th homicide this year

Damon Wylie is being sought for the alleged fatal stabbing of Marcus L. Miles last night. Police are looking for Damon Wylie, 46, the alleged perpetrator By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times COATESVILLE – Police responded last night to the 700 block of Diamond Alley for a reported stabbing, the District Attorney’s Office said today. Marcus L. Miles, 41, of Coatesville, was...

Hudson named permanent Coatesville manager

Former D.A. loses bid for public-safety post; Council president nearly loses position By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, The Times City Solicitor John Carnes applauds new Coatesville City Manager Kirby Hudson upon his appointment by City Council, Wednesday night. COATESVILLE – In a decisive special meeting last night, City Council appointed a new city manager, almost fired its president, and removed...

Council members owe a spate of apologies

Meeting heaped insults on former D.A., police, a motorcycle club, even the Council president By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times  Say what you will about  Joseph W. Carroll – and plenty of folks did at last night’s embarrassing City Council meeting –  the former District Attorney has never wavered in his commitment to Coatesville. He appeared at the meeting because he had...

Vision Cafe: your ideas needed at Aug. 14 event

Sandwiches to be served at Brandywine Health Foundation event at CASH CALN — The Brandywine Health Foundation wants your input on how to build a healthier future for the Coatesville area, and they’re even willing to feed you dinner, in exchange for your thoughts and ideas. BHF will hold its Vision Cafe, Aug. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Coatesville Area High School cafeteria. Local residents are...

City Council to vote on leadership issues

Amid police unrest, a vote is scheduled on making the county’s former D.A. interim public safety chief By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Complaints about the city’s Police Department from within its ranks continue to increase, amid recent challenges that include strapped resources, multiple lawsuits, and evidence-tampering allegations, the latter under investigation by...

Legendary lemonade-seller’s legacy continues

Bike tour a benefit for Alexandra Scott’s foundation, which funds pediatric cancer research Chester County cycling fans suffering from withdrawal after the first Chesco Grand Prix ended can get back into biking this Sunday while supporting a good cause. The late Alexandra “Alex” Scott gained national acclaim for her efforts to raise money for pediatric cancer research. At least two...

Coatesville police chief ends day-to-day contract

Four candidates have already expressed interest in the post, the acting city manager said By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Coatesville Police Chief Julius M. Canale ended his day-to-day contract yesterday. Ending weeks of speculation about when he would end his 24-year Coatesville police career, Chief Julius M. Canale terminated his day-to-day contract with the city yesterday at 5...