Pocopson OKs daycare prelimary site plan
926 bridge closure creates Denton Hollow Road traffic concerns
By Karen Cresta, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON – The township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a preliminary land development plan for the Ducklings Early Learning Center on Winston Lane in the Riverside at Chadds Ford community on Monday night. This was the third meeting that centered on parking and traffic concerns from...
Chester Co. observes Mental Health Month in May
WEST CHESTER — Each May, Chester County recognizes National Mental Health Awareness Month with activities aimed at increasing the public’s awareness and understanding about mental health and recovery. This year, Chester County’s Department of Mental Health/Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (MH/IDD) is collaborating with stakeholders throughout the area to offer a wide range of opportunities...
Two arrested following Coatesville stabbing
COATESVILLE — A city man was seriously wounded and two others are in custody following what police describe as a day-long escalation of hostilities between the victim and his alleged assailants, with a bloody ending, Saturday on Harmony Street.
James Ruiz, 26, was stabbed multiple times in the face, head and back, police said. Ruiz was taken to Paoli Hospital, where he was listed in serious condition.
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Trump, Clinton, Killion post big Election Day wins
Roe appears to have won write-in for 158th State House GOP nomination
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The voters of Chester County spoke loud and clear — and picked Donald J. Trump as the Republican nominee, Hillary Clinton as the Democratic nominee for president as both won statewide, Tuesday.
Turnout was very strong for a primary election, with nearly 52% of registered Republicans casting ballots...
Art Watch: Art for the whole family
Art on The Square, Student Art Show in Kennett
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The big news for art events this week is happening in Kennett Square with two community art shows this weekend that will delight the whole family. Art on the Square is a large annual outdoor art show and sale with over 35 participating artists and craftspeople exhibiting their work this Saturday April 30 from 10am-5pm.
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Chester County mourns the loss of Weymouth
Chadds Ford icon helped found Brandywine River Museum, Brandywine Conservancy
George A. “Frolic” Weymouth
With passions ranging from the art world to preserving opening space, George A. “Frolic” Weymouth was one of the region’s great benefactors and leaders in preserving the natural beauty of Chester County.
Weymouth died Sunday, according to the Brandywine Conservancy — one of two...
GOP questions Comitta over campaign finance
Republicans say she should withdraw; candidate says she’ll stay
Carolyn Comittta
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The leadership of of the Chester County Republicans is calling on Democratic State House Candidate Carolyn Comitta to withdraw from her race for the 156th District, alleging irregularities with her campaign finance — but Comitta said Monday that the issue was a minor one over reregistration...
Creek Rd. in Birmingham closed Mon./Tue for repave
Creek Road is scheduled to close between Brintons Bridge Road and U.S. 1 (Baltimore Pike) in Birmingham Township, Chester County, on Monday, April 25, and Tuesday, April 26, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, for resurfacing, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced.
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On Your Table: Spring greens are on the scene
Your local framers market is filled with fresh local veggies
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Green hues of spring vegetables make for bright, light salads Photo courtesy of Once Upon a Chef.
Spring, now that it finally appears to be here, is the season to lighten up after cooking comforting, hearty dishes all winter long. And, with Earth Day just upon us, budding trees remind...
Tom Killion cites experience in 9th District race
Long-time State Rep. points to his history of working across the aisle in Senate bid
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
State Rep. Tom Killion (R-168)
Tom Killion says he knows his way around Harrisburg and suggests this isn’t the time to send someone inexperienced with the ways of the state capital to the state Senate.
The Republican from Middletown has been serving a a State Representative for the...
