Emmy-Winning Journalist Cahn to speak on career transformation and empowerment
Lu Ann Cahn
Join us on March 2nd, 2025 at 7 pm at Chester County Library in Exton, for an inspiring evening with Lu Ann Cahn, author of the motivational memoir I Dare Me, as she shares her journey of daring to live life to the fullest.
Lu Ann Cahn, a veteran journalist, and Emmy award-winning reporter, will recount her transformative year of trying something new daily to break free from feeling “stuck.”...
What To Do: Valentines, Presidents Day and so much more
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Get ready for a fun-filled stretch of partying, bacchanal, sweet food treats and celebrations.
The party starts with the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Parade on February 14. It continues with Valentine’s Day on February 14 and concludes with Presidents’ Day activities on Monday.
The biggest annual celebration is Valentine’s Day which arrives...
Owen J. Roberts MS student wins Chester County Spelling Bee
Disha Jain
Disha Jain of Owen J. Roberts Middle School won first place in the 2025 Chester County Spelling Bee on Monday.
Jain spelled her way to victory with the winning word “mademoiselle.” Her victory qualifies her to represent Chester County this spring at the 100th Annual Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, MD.
“The moment I realized I won, I was overwhelmed with emotions,”...
On Stage: Floydian Trip to play benefit for Colonial Theater
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Floydian Trip
On February 15, the Colonial Theater (227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, thecolonialtheatre.com/events) will host an event that is special in many ways – a show by a top-flight tribute band and an important fundraising activity.
The title for the event tells you a lot – “The Colonial Presents Floydian Trip: Brick by Brick to Benefit...
Voter Services holds seminar on how to run for local office
Chester County Voter Services Director Karen Barsoum welcomes attendees to “Beyond the Ballot”, a seminar providing guidance on the local election process for potential candidates.
In anticipation of the candidate deadlines to file for 2025 local elections, staff from Chester County’s Department of Voter Services recently hosted “Beyond the Ballot”, a free seminar for anyone considering running...
CCIU’s Kersch honored with national Esports award
Kammas Kersch
Kammas Kersch, STEM Services Coordinator at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), has been honored with the 2025 National Scholastic Esports Administrative Ally Award, recognizing her exceptional leadership and advocacy in scholastic esports. The award, part of the inaugural National Scholastic Esports Awards, was developed through a collaboration of K-12 and collegiate esports...
What To Do: Do Portugal Circus and The Big Game
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Do Portugal Circus
Watermelons are a summertime thing locally.
However, if some nice big melons appear on the shelf at a local farmer’s market this month, you probably will enjoy the import from Mexico.
Touring circuses with shows under a huge tent is a summertime thing in this area.
However, if a top-flight touring Mexican circus brings its under-a-heated...
Court information kiosks Installed at Justice Center
One of the new touchscreen and voice-activated court information kiosks available in the Chester County Justice Center.
Chester County Court Administration is pleased to introduce interactive information kiosks at the Chester County Justice Center and two Magisterial District Courts, providing streamlined visitor access to County Court information and services. Chester County is the first county government...
Sheriff’s Office holds swearing-In, promotion, and retirement ceremony
Chester County Sheriff Kevin Dykes (center) welcomed new Sheriff’s Office deputies, recognized a promotion, and honored the retirement of a K-9 during a recent Swearing-In, Promotion, and Retirement ceremony.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office welcomed new deputies, celebrated a promotion, and honored the retirement of a K-9 during a recent Swearing-In, Promotion, and Retirement Ceremony at the...
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