Obituaries: Nancy Mercer Fraim
Nancy Mercer Fraim
Nancy Mercer Fraim passed away on December 26th 2023, in Morro Bay, California. The daughter of Joel and Maude Mercer, she was born in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, in 1929.
In 1950 Nancy graduated from the Memorial Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware with a degree in Nursing. She then relocated to Chicago where she obtained her specialty degree in obstetrics. She was proud of her...
What To Do: Longwood Gardens celebrates the beauty of winter
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Longwood Gardens
This weekend, Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org) starts its new year with one of its annual special events – “Winter Wonder.”
“Winter Wonder,” which runs from January 20-March 24, celebrates the beauty of winter. It’s all about outdoor spacious, indoor oasis, and the power of...
On Stage: ‘Hello, Dolly’ at Candlelight Theater
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
With the brutal winter weather that has descended upon the region, indoor activities – for most people – are the preferred choice.
A great indoor activity is attending a live theater show. Fortunately, there are three attractive options this weekend – “Hello Dolly!” at the Candlelight Dinner Theatre, “Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times...
WCU awarded $60K grant through PA Hunger-free Campus grant
West Chester University Resource Pantry
The Governor’s Office and the Pennsylvania Department of Education have announced that West Chester University has been selected to receive state grant funding in the amount of $60,000 from the 2023-2024 PA Hunger-Free Campus grant, as part of the Governor’s PA Hunger-Free Campus program. Now in its second year, the grant is designed to combat student...
CCIU to host summer camp and activities fair, Jan. 23
It’s never too early to think about summer! Jump-start your planning on Tuesday, Jan. 23, with summer fun at the Chester County Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair. This year’s event will take place at West Chester East High School, located at 450 Ellis Lane in West Chester, PA. The event is free to attend and will be open from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Summer Adventures Camp and Activities...
What To Do: Many area events honoring MLK jr this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.
This is the weekend that America pays tribute to Civil Rights pioneer Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King Weekend will be celebrated on January 15 at the Eastern State Penitentiary (2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, 215-236-3300,www.easternstate.org) from 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Visitors will be able to commemorate Dr. Martin...
On Stage: ‘SMALL’ opens at People’s Light
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Robert Montano in SMALL
“SMALL,” which opens this week at People’s Light (39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, www.peopleslight.org), is a one-man show that look at this man’s life from playground to paddock, from playhouse to publishing…to People’s Light.
“SMALL” is written and performed by stage, film, and television star Robert Montano (“Cats” on...
Sheriff adds four new deputies
Chester County Deputy Sheriff Frank Imparato (center) with Chester County Sheriff Kevin Dykes (right), and Chief Deputy Jason Suydam (left).
Chester County Sheriff Kevin Dykes announced the addition of Frank Imparato as the newest Deputy sworn into the Chester County Sheriff’s Office.
“Deputy Imparato brings a profound dedication to community service and a firm commitment to upholding the values...
Coatesville launches new, improved Website
Vincent Miles, City of Coatesville’s Government and Public Affairs Representative with Coatesville’s Dwane Hallanger of Rubi Digital, that provided design and implementation of the new site
The City of Coatesville unveiled its new website, which is now live, to the public during the December 11 City Council meeting. The improved design provides more accessible interaction, intuitive navigation...
Storm causes widespread power outages, closed roads
PECO’s outage map shows thousands of Chester County locations without power, following Tuesday’s storm.
Tuesday’s storm caused flooding and widespread downed trees and utilities poles across Chester County.
PECO reported Wednesday morning that more than 30,000 customers in Chester County were without power — and some locations may take days before power is restored. The high...
