County finds homes for 102 homeless vets
Exceeds pledge as part of Decade to Doorways plan
WEST CHESTER — Chester County successfully fulfilled its plan to house 100 veterans in 100 days, with 102 veterans who were experiencing homelessness moving into permanent housing by June 27th.
The campaign, which began on March 17, supports federal strategic efforts to end homelessness among veterans by the end of 2015. Chester County agencies...
County issues ‘Most Wanted’ list
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Warrant Enforcement Bureau, consisting of members of the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, the Chester County Detectives Office, and various Chester County Police Departments has completed a “Most Wanted” list of individuals who have warrants issued for their arrest for a variety of offenses.
Chester County Sheriff Carolyn Bunny Welsh said, “All law enforcement...
County approves $2.9M in revitalization grants
Kennett Sq., Coatesville, So. Coatesville among grantees
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners approved $2.9 million in Community Revitalization Program (CRP) grants, Tuesday.
“Over the years, CRP grants have helped to improve communities across Chester County, focusing on urban areas,” said Commissioners’ Chair Ryan Costello. “In addition to improving the public health and safety...
Storm knocks out power to thousands, wires down
Sudden, violent storms race across area on Thursday evening
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
A series strong storms raced across parts of Chester County Thursday night, leaving downed trees, power lines and blocked roadways in various parts of the county.
As of Friday morning, PECO was reporting some 50,000 locations in the county without power, down from more than 100,000 — and the company expects...
Stroud offers assistance to Chester County farmers
AVONDALE — Stroud Water Research Center’s Watershed Restoration Group and the Chester County Conservation District (CCCD) agreed to provide conservation plans, manure management plans, Mushroom Farm Environmental Management Plans, forested stream buffers and other Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Chester County farmers.
Conservation plans help farmers meet state and federal regulations and...
West Nile found in Chester Co. mosquitos
The Chester County Health Department is informing residents that mosquito samples collected in Uwchlan Township on June 24 have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV).
This is the first positive mosquito sample identified in Chester County for the 2014 season. The mosquito traps are placed in various locations in the County as part of routine surveillance by Health Department officials. The Health...
Galer names Mitchell as new winemaker
Virginia Smith Mitchell
Named as third-ever winemaker at award-winning Chester County winery
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery announced this week that it has has hired a new Winemaker, Virginia Smith Mitchell, to continue the management of their award-winning wines.
She joins Galer with an extensive and diverse history in the wine making industry.
Mitchell was the Assistant Winemaker...
County collects hazardous waste, old electronics
Chester County Solid Waste Authority sees large turnout for disposal event
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
CALN – The Chester County Solid Waste Authority collected hazardous waste and old computers in the parking lot of the Coatesville Area 9/10 Center on Friday.
Around 770 cars showed up to get rid of electronics, solvents, oil based paint, and chemicals.
“It needs to be disposed of...
On Your Table: A perfect day for a picnic
Today is International Picnic Day — a great day for meal in the fresh air
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Ashley Tidwell and son Cayden are all set to enjoy healthy fruit and salad before he takes off to play in the park.
This week we celebrate one of the greatest ways to enjoy the summer season – dining al fresco with family or friends, enjoying delicious food, games and...
On Your Table: strawberry picking at Highland Orchards
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Mother and son Stephanie and Joshua Lichowid came from the Exton area to enjoy opening day of berry picking at Highland Orchards.
A sure sign that summer is finally on its way is the day when locally grown strawberries start to appear at farmstands and markets. Although the long, cold winter delayed this year’s crop, local strawberries are now...
