Cashing in: eight charged with taking 55 tons of nickel

By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times An example of one of the “super sacks” of nickel reportedly stolen from ArcelorMittal in South Coatesville. SOUTH COATESVILLE — While the good old nickel coin might not seem like it is worth much these days, its namesake metal, which makes up 25% of the coin, is a lot more valuable and apparently was targeted for theft in a big way — to the tune of...

ArcelorMittal announces new grant program for schools

Company commits funding for new and existing PLTY programs in its footprint INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (Oct. 20, 2015) – Schools across the United States may have an opportunity to expand their science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education programs through a grant from ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company. ArcelorMittal has committed $300,000 to Project Lead The Way...

Gun melt takes hundreds of weapons off streets

Coatesville PD organizes removal, disposal of weapons at ArcelorMittal By Lauren Parker- Gill, Staff Writer, The Times Coatesville Police officers load the unclaimed weapons directly from the evidence room, onto a truck to be safely transported to ArcelorMittal. COATESVILLE – In an effort to keep weapons and firearms out of the wrong hands and off the streets, the Coatesville Police Department organized...

Coatesville’s ArcelorMittal ‘forges’ its way as steel industry leader

Local steel plant leverages proud history, manufacturing expertise and strong community support By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times COATESVILLE – For 205 years, the United States’ oldest, continuously operating steel mill has called Chester County home. Currently owned and operated by ArcelorMittal – USA, the plant has a fascinating history of providing essential components to...

Late firefighter honored for unselfish dedication

Capt. Chris Good fought blazes on the job – and as volunteer The late Capt. Christopher M. “Goody” Good of Good Will Fire Company was honored by the Red Cross Wednesday. The late Capt. Christopher M. “Goody” Good of Good Will Fire Company, who also worked as a career firefighter for ArcelorMittal in Coatesville, was the honoree at the annual Chester County Heroes Breakfast on Wednesday. Sponsored...

Training center inaugurated by veteran firefighter

Lonnie Brown thrilled to teach first class at campus in South Coatesville  By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Instructor Lonnie Brown says the county’s new training center is a dramatic improvement over the makeshift classrooms he’s used in the past. Plans for a Chester County Public Safety Training Campus languished for half a century before coming to fruition on Sunday...