County funds generator for Domestic Violence Center of Chester County

Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC) staff and volunteers, Chester County Commissioners, and County staff celebrate the installation of a generator which ensures the secure, confidential services of the DVCCC are always available. Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe recently met with leaders, staff, and volunteers of the Domestic Violence Center of...

Sheriff’s Office partners with Domestic Violence Center of Chester County for ‘Lights On for the Holidays’

Members of the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, WSFS and women’s service sorority Alpha Kappa Alpha-Iota Tau Omega (not shown) present donations to keep “Lights On for the Holidays” at the safe spaces of the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County. Continuing a call for assistance and protection of women, the Chester County Sheriff’s Office led a winter holiday project for the Domestic...

What To Do: Many new holiday attractions to enjoy from your car

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times If you’re looking for holiday-themed activities where you can remain socially distanced safe and stay warm without having to be indoors, drive-through lights events provide a good option. The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (www.dvcccpa.org ) invites you to bundle up the kids and enjoy a night out while in the warmth of your car…no social...

Half Marathon to benefit Domestic Violence Center

WEST CALN — The Chester County Half Marathon & Memorial 5k (CCH) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed 2015 that serves the community by providing a world class half marathon, 5K and related events to raise funds to benefit local charities, while promoting health and fitness. The event was born out of the tragic loss of Jacinda Miller to an act of domestic violence in late 2014. Jacinda...

Downingtown showcases growth, economic development & vitality

Progress, prosperity & quality of life remain key focus By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Downingtown Mayor, Josh Maxwell, discusses revitalization initiatives with meeting attendees DOWNINGTOWN – Chester County business and political leaders, non-profit organizations and interested community members packed Victory Brewing Company Friday morning to learn more about major economic development...

Murder victim’s friends and family rally to remember, prevent

Strong Faith Family Church and DVCCC hold vigil in memory of Jamica Woods By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times Jamica’s cousin, Angela Shelton, sings “Take Me to the King”. She also read a poem written by her husband. COATESVILLE – Part memorial, part education to help prevent such tragedies in the future, the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County held a vigil in memory...

Court records: Murder victim repeatedly threatened

PFAs suggest decades-long history of domestic abuse By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Court records show that Jamica Woods, 37, of East Fallowfield Township, expressed repeated fears that Gregory A. Twyman, 44, her longtime boyfriend, would kill her. On Tuesday, an East Fallowfield Township man made good on threats to kill his longtime girlfriend that date back more than a decade,...

Coatesville Farmers Market ready to reopen

 Growing popularity has produced later hours, expanded offerings Just in time to produce healthier lifestyles, the Coatesville Farmers Market will reopen for the season on Saturday with new hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market, which debuted last June, will be open on Saturdays through October at Gateway Park, at the intersection of Route 82 and Lincoln Highway. Visitors will have an opportunity to...

Farmers Market continues growth spurt

This week, visitors can buy produce or get help raising their own The reasons to visit the Coatesville Farmers Market in Gateway Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays keep growing. The ingredients for a savory potato salad are just one of the offerings this week at the Coatesville Farmers Market. For those who have seen the colorful displays of healthy, fresh produce and wondered whether they could...

Coatesville Farmers Market growing by the week

Vendors offering a diverse assortment of local produce, specialty goods By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, The Times Residents shop for produce from local vendors during a recent Coatesville Farmers Market, which has run every Saturday since June 9. Blueberries to kohlrabi, German black bread studded with oats and pumpkin seeds to Morning Mojo coffee – it’s all available at the Coatesville Farmers...