Residents use MLK Day to enact change
Library, soup kitchen, funeral home among those hosting events
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
AHHAH members pose around their mural in the community room of the library.
COATESVILLE – A proponent for unity and equality, Martin Luther King preached more than simply judging people by character rather than color. King’s message was one of change, calling for people to take action to create...
Ex-township manager waives preliminary hearing
Former West Brandywine Township official faces trial on theft, forgery charges
Former West Brandywine Township Manager Ronald A. Rambo Jr. waived his preliminary hearing on theft, forgery charges.
Although Hollywood would likely label a screenplay based on the former West Brandywine Township manager’s embezzlement of more than $400 from his employer – including eight movie tickets –...
Coatesville’s new police chief elicits standing ovation
Flanked by family, he expressed gratitude for outpouring of support
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Detective Robert Dougherty (left) chats with State Police Major John “Jack” W. Laufer III before Laufer’s swearing-in as Coatesville’s next police chief.
A standing-room-only crowd and a standing ovation marked the beginning of the tenure of...
Reputed Coatesville gang leader held for trial
Charges related to alleged pistol-whipping assault, drug-dealing will advance to county court
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Charges against William C. “Pumpkin” Shockley Jr. will advance to Chester County Court.
A reputed street-gang leader known as “Pumpkin” was held for trial today on charges related to the alleged pistol-whipping, robbing, and threatening of...
