Moskowitz appointed Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority
Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz (center), newly selected Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority.
Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz was appointed Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) earlier this week at the Authority’s January meeting. For the past two years, Commissioner Moskowitz has served as Vice-Chair for the Authority, and...
DASD celebrates Black History Month
During last year’s Black History Month celebration, second-grade students at East Ward Elementary School honored influential figures by researching and presenting on notable individuals from Black history.
Black History Month is observed annually in February, and Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is proud to join this year’s celebration of the contributions and successes of African Americans...
What To Do: Firebird Festival returns to Phoenixville
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Firebird Festival
There are four outdoor event which might be easy choices for those willing to brave the winter conditions – Phoenixville’s Firebird Festival, “Astra Lumina Philadelphia” and “Freeze” events in Holmes and Manayunk.
Phoenixville’s annual Firebird Festival (Veterans Field, 192 Mowere Road, Phoenixville, www.firebirdfestival.com)...
Coatesville names Huf as new Fire Chief
Peter Huff was sworn in as Fire Chief of the City of Coatesville by Judge Gregory Hines.
The City of Coatesville announced the appointment of Peter Huf as the City’s new Fire Chief. After a detailed vetting process conducted by an advisory group comprising members of Civil Service, City administration, the Firefighters Union and City Council, Huf’s nomination was unanimously approved by City Council.
He...
On Stage: Vanessa Collier comes to Sellersville with songs from new album
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Vanessa Collier
Vanessa Collier released five studio albums over the last decade and then followed with a live album in September 2023. Exactly a year later, Collier treated fans to another studio album.
Collier’s sixth album, “Do It My Own Way,” was released September 13, 2024 via Phenix Fire Records. Now, Collier’s fans can get to hear tracks...
Fundraiser for Colonial Theater planned for Feb. 15
The historic Colonial Theatre (227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460) is excited to host one of its most important fundraisers of the year in support of a critical restoration project for its iconic 1903 Theatre. On Saturday, February 15, at 8 p.m., the Colonial will host the Floydian Trip: Brick by Brick to Benefit the 1903 Theatre event, a special concert fundraiser dedicated to raising money...
County permanently preserved 1,240-plus acres in 2024
The 89-acre Kestrel Hill Preserve, one of the preservation initiatives completed through the Chester County Open Land Preservation Partnership Program in 2024.
Chester County Parks + Preservation announced this week the total number of acres preserved in 2024. Through partnerships with municipalities, conservancies and the state, more than 1,240 acres were confirmed as permanent open space in 2024...
County Sheriff Deputies complete Command & Leadership Academy
Chester County Sheriff’s Office Deputy, Corporal Deborah Gibney, receives her certificate of completion from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police Command & Leadership Academy personnel.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office announced that Corporal Tony Wilson and Corporal Deborah Gibney have successfully completed the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP)...
County families get a taste of summer at the 2025 Summer Adventures Camp & Activities Fair
Local families gathered at the 2025 Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair to talk to a variety of camp representatives and get a jump start on their summer plans.
Chester County students and their families enjoyed an early taste of summer fun at the 2025 Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair on Thursday, January 23, 2025, held at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU).
Organized by...
Inner Nature: Party Season
By Vidya Rajan, Columnist, The Times
Tipple. The season is the reason. Well, with party season behind us now, let’s delve into the ubiquity of alcohol during the holidays. It is considered a conversational lubricant and socially acceptable to drink in a group setting, but it is considered a problem when someone drinks alone without an interlocutor, or for the purpose of getting drunk. It can also...
