Truitt announces reelection bid
State Rep. Dan Truitt (R-156)
State Representative Dan Truitt (R-156) announced his intention to run for re-election in 2016, Monday.
Truitt, who was originally elected in 2010, serves much of the greater West Chester area, including Birmingham in the Unionville area.
“It has been my honor and pleasure to serve the residents of the 156th District and work with them to focus on priorities like education...
County Commissioners reorg: no major changes
The Chester County Commissioners opted to make no changes in its current leadership during Monday’s reorganization meeting. From left, Vice Chair Kathi Cozzone, Commissioner Michelle Kichline and Chair Terence Farrell.
WEST CHESTER — The newly reelected Chester County Commissioners opted not to mess with what has been a good working combination, reelecting Republican Commissioner Terence Farrell...
For New Year’s, reflect on the past and look forward
Resolutions should be small and attainable
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I love the start of the new year for the opportunity to reflect on the past and the chance to enhance the future with positive, behavioral changes.
However, in order to be successful, I believe it is important to keep resolutions small and attainable. Life is hard enough without feeling like a failure because you...
What To Do: Happy New Year!
From Mummers to first day celebrations, ring in 2016
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The annual Mummers Parade is a Philadelphia New year’s Day staple.
The biggest attractions in the upcoming week are New Year’s Day events and New Year’s Day in Philadelphia is all about the Mummers Parade (21-336-3050, www.phillymummers.com) — a festive celebration featuring string bands,...
Art Watch: At new year’s looking back and ahead
While 2015 was exciting, 2016 promises even more on the local art scene
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
If you are hanging around Kennett Square until the Mushroom drops on New Year’s Eve, swing by Mala Galleria’s opening for artist Joe Jacobs from 7-10pm December 31st. You will undoubtedly recognize Joe Jacob’s signature watercolor horse paintings, as well as many other smaller...
On Stage: West Chester’s Jones looking to make break out
Also: Dark Blue’s Delco roots, and much more
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
West Chester’s Eliza Hardy Jones sings and plays keyboard for grace Potter, but is now launching a solo career with a new album and local live performances.
Westtown School has a long tradition of producing graduates who excel in their fields — from classical pianist/jazz vocalist Mindy Rhodes to...
Out with the old, in with the new….state constitution?
Dysfunction, failure points to need to revise 1968 state constitution
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Happy Old Year!
Or, same old, same old.
With precious few days left in 2015, the ongoing battle of the budget for the state of Pennsylvania continues unabated.
There is, to be sure, lots and lots of blame to be shared by all sides, from a state legislature that seems not to know what it wants to...
Costello announces Congressional App Challenge
Washington, DC – Congressman Ryan Costello (PA-06) announced that his office is now accepting entries for the Congressional App Challenge. The contest, open to high school students in Pennsylvania’s Sixth Congressional District, encourages students to program and design their own original applications, known as “apps,” for electronic devices. Sponsored by the Internet Education...
Wolf calls GOP budget ‘garbage;’ line-item vetoes much of it
But some funds will flow to local schools and social services as dispute continues
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Updated, 3:40 p.m.: adds GOP House leadership comments.
While school districts and social service agencies in Chester County can finally look forward to seeing some state funds finally come their way after a six-month state budget standoff, Gov. Tom Wolf signaled Tuesday clearly that...
Op/Ed: State Courts seek to control county row office operations
Judiciary hungry to seize fees that help keep local taxes down
By Terri Clark, Chester County Register of Wills
Terri Clark
With Pennsylvania locked in a five-month budget impasse, the state’s Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts (AOPC) is creating something that already exists at public expense. As our schools and non-profits suffer without state funding, AOPC is developing a computer...
