What To Do: Old Fiddlers’ Picnic, 88 years and going strong

Also: Music at Longwood, Star Party at Marsh Creek By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times A music event with nearly a century of tradition in Chester County highlights what looks to be a fun-filled, but warm and steamy weekend in the Delaware Valley. The Chester County Old Fiddlers’ Picnic (Hibernia County Park, off Route 340, Wagontown, 610-383-2812, http://dsf.chesco.org/ccparks) is scheduled...

Local company builds doghouses for LaMancha Animal Rescue

LaMancha now considering additional corporate sponsorships By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times Volunteers from Evolve IP raised funds to purchase for eco-friendly, maintenance free doghouses for LaMancha Animal Rescue. EAST FALLOWFIELD – Rescue dogs at LaMancha Animal Rescue got a special treat last week when volunteers from Evolve IP in Wayne built four doghouses for the outdoor shelters...

LCH celebrates National Health Center week

The week of August 7 – 13 is dedicated to celebrating the work of the 1,300 health centers in the United States that provide care in 9,000 sites to 24 million patients (Health Resources and Services Administration). La Comunidad Hispana (LCH), southern Chester County’s own community health center to over 5,500 residents, is joining the celebration for the first time this year. “We are really...

Coatesville church holds 2nd march for peace, unity and love

Encouraging residents to open communication and show respect for one another By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times Over 60 people, including State Representative Harry Lewis Jr. (R-74) and City Council President Linda Lavender- Norris attended the peace walk in Coatesville Wednesday. COATESVILLE – Following the recent shootings in Orlando, Florida and around the world, as well as the recent...

Sadsbury to hold Community Day, Aug. 20

SADSBURY — The township will host Community Day on Saturday, August 20, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Bert Reel Park. The dedication of Eric’s Place, a newly installed ADA-compliant playground donated by the DiLabbio family as a tribute to their son, opens the activities at the park on Old Wilmington Road.    Send article as PDF   

What To Do: A fun First Friday

Local communities celebrate arts, downtown areas By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times When the first Friday of the month comes around, it’s a good time to spend an evening in the heart of West Chester — a time when the borough hosts its version of First Friday (downtown West Chester, http://www.downtownwestchester.com). The First Friday event for this month will be held all day on August 5. First...

Coatesville PD hosts local FBI for Coffee with the Chief

Residents express appreciation for police and community concerns By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times Coatesville Police Chief Jack Laufer, Lieutenant James Audette and Sergeant Rodger Ollis (not pictured) hosted Supervising Special Agent Charles Dayoub, of the FBI headquarters in Newtown Square (center) for this month’s Coffee with the Chief. COATESVILLE – Coffee with the Chief...

Local officials gather to discuss renewable energy

From left (back row): Nancy Kunkle, Smart Energy Initiative (SEI) Program Manager; Hayley Book, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection; Paul Speigel, Practical Energy Solutions and SEI Board Vice-Chair; Steve Krug, Krug Architects and SEI Programming Committee Chair; Bill Ronayne, Delaware Valley Heating & Air Conditioning and SEI Board Chair. From left (Front row): Abby Watson, Gamesa,...

Coatesville Youth Initiative hosts 2nd annual open house

ServiceCorps leadership program creates positive work experience By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times Guests of CYI’s open house were greeted by these friendly youth participants before walking the red carpet that led inside. COATESVILLE – The Coatesville Youth Initiative held its second annual open house last week as a thank you to the community of Coatesville for its support through...

What To Do: Nightscape lights up the night at Longwood

From the Goshen Fair to cars, a wide range of summer fun By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times  ‘Nightscape’ is back for a second year at Longwood Gardens.  “Nightscape: A Light and Sound Experience,” which made its debut last year at Longwood Gardens (1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org/nightscape), was so nice they decided to do it twice. Most...