Lewis issues call for state improvement zone for city
Harry Lewis, Republican candidate for the 74th State House District.
COATESVILLE – It looks like the future of the city’s economic redevelopment is going to be a major issue in this year’s state legislative races.
On the heels of state Sen. Andy Dinniman’s move last week to champion economic redevelopment in the city, Harry Lewis, the Republican candidate for the 74th State House...
Op/Ed: County has strongly supported Coatesville
Terence Farrell
By Terence Farrell, Chester County Commissioner
I was intrigued by the reported remarks of Senator Andrew Dinniman at the recent Coatesville City Council meeting, stating that he has “…seen what the county has done to the city…” and that he’s going to change that.
The Senator’s remarks were made as he and City Council members, along with representatives of faith-based organizations...
Crowd-pleasing literacy celebration continues to grow
Hundreds expected to converge at CASH for ‘Read Across America’ on Friday
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
West Caln Township Police Chief Curt Martinez, who read a Dr. Seuss book during the 2013 “Read Across America” program, will return for this year’s event.
Don’t let the heavy police presence deter you from attending the annual “Read Across America” festivities...
Living without regrets
Don’t wonder what might have been, make it happen
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I can be sappy sometimes.
And, never more so than when I read articles like this one about the regrets of dying people (http://www.viralnova.com/regret-when-older/). UGH. Heart strings.
I don’t want to regret ANYTHING. Right? Don’t you feel that way?
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County Democrats give McCord endorsement for Governor
Koplinski, Trivedi, Maxwell also earn nods as primaries take shape
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
With the endorsement from the CCDC, Rob McCord lis emerging as an early favorite to be the Democrats’ governor nominee. Chester County’s Democrats were the first in the state to endorse the State Treasurer for governor.
WEST CHESTER – The Chester County Democratic Committee rallied...
Downingtown officer facing more serious charges
Philly PD withdraws summary, files 2 misdemeanors, including resisting arrest
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Scott A. Neuhaus
A seven-year Downingtown police officer, originally cited for summary disorderly conduct on Feb. 8, was arraigned on more serious charges in Philadelphia this morning, Feb. 21, according to court records.
Scott A. Neuhaus, who was placed on administrative...
Brandywine Health Foundation kicks off fundraising campaign
Seeks to raise $1.05 million as Coatesville Youth Initiative become independent
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The Brandywine Health Foundation kicked off its Campaign For Coatesville’s Kids at Applecross Country Club, Thursday. From left to right are: Frances Sheehan, President and CEO, Brandywine Health Foundation; Jeff March, President & CEO, Citadel; Noah Willett, CYI Game Changer...
Rafferty announces bid for third term
Will face challenge in Nov. from Cozzone
State Sen. John Rafferty
As expected, state Sen. John Rafferty announced this week he will seek reelection to a third term from the 44th Senate district — setting up a November race against Chester County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone, who announced plans to run earlier this week.
Rafferty serves as Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, and pointed...
Lecture to focus on fabric of bygone eras
Presentation will be part of Chester County Historical Society Antiques Show
Jan Whitlock
The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) is hoping residents will mark their calendars for the 32nd Annual Chester County Antiques Show, a major benefit that will be held from April 4 to April 6 at the Phelps School in Malvern.
Included in this year’s program will be the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Memorial...
