Syska new Ass’t. Chief at Longwood FD
Mike Syska is now Assistant Chief of Longwood Fire Company.
EAST MARLBOROUGh — Mike Syska has been promoted from captain to assistant chief of Longwood Fire Company, the company announced Monday.
“Mike continues to advance in leadership positions at Longwood Fire Company,” said Chief A. J. McCarthy. “He has earned his promotion. He’s an excellent fireman who takes on responsibilities and...
Local police warn against ‘puffing’
The ice scraper being given out by local police to remind folks not to leave their cars running and unlocked to warm up.
With some of the frigid temperatures seen in the county in recent weeks, it’s understandable wanting to start and pre-warm your car, but local police are warning about the risks of “puffing” to keep warm on a cold morning.
Coatesville Police and the PA Auto Theft...
La Comunidad welcomes new doctor in Oxford clinic
La Comunidad Hispana is welcoming Dr. Elaine Kirchdoerfer (known as Dr. K to her patients) to its Oxford satellite office. Oxford staff pictured here from left, Anel Medina, Registered Nurse, Dr. K., Physician, and Liliana Hernandez, Member Relations Specialist.
Dr. Elaine Kirchdoerfer, or “Dr. K.” as her patients call her, has joined La Comunidad Hispana’s (LCH) medical team at the new Oxford...
SCCSA spring registration deadline – March 1.
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Southern Chester County Soccer Association (SCCSA) is still accepting registrations for its Spring Recreational Soccer program. The program is open to all children between the ages of 4 and 17. Registration deadline is Tuesday, March 1st and the season starts Sunday, April 4th.
For...
Barrar hosts War College students for policy talk
Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160) and other legislators were presented with a certificate of appreciation Tuesday from United States Army War College students following a policy issues discussion that he hosted.
HARRISBURG — State Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160) hosted a discussion with other members of the House and Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness committees about policy issues affecting veterans...
Local police warn of fake IRS call scam
More than $23 million has been stolen, nationally, with fake calls
By Lauren Parker- Gill, Staff Writer, The Times
WEST CALN – With tax season in full swing, some Chester County local police departments are warning residents of phone and email scams from individuals claiming to represent the IRS.
Phone scammers are using fake names and IRS badge numbers, along with a toll free number that appears...
Charges filed in stabbing, sexual assault
William Brown
NOTTINGHAM — The Chester County District Attorney’s Office formally filed charges against a West Nottingham man in the alleged stabbing of one woman and the sexual assault of another, in what authorities termed a domestic abuse incident.
William Brown, 45, is facing charges of attempted murder and rape and related charges following a Valentine’s Day incident at the Nottingham...
Victory announces merger with Southern Tier
DOWNINGTOWN — Having just marked 20 years in the craft brewing industry, Victory Brewing Company (Victory) proudly announces a landmark alliance with Southern Tier Brewing Company (Southern Tier) under parent company Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV). As the first major transaction of 2016 within the rapidly evolving craft beer industry, this union presents a new model for craft beer partnerships...
Man charged in W. Nottingham sexual assault, stabbing
WEST NOTTINGHAM — A Nottingham man faces charges that he sexually assaulted one woman and then repeatedly stabbed another after forcing his way into a township home, Sunday.
The State Police said that William Anthony Brown is alleged to have kicked down the front door of a Center Drive home, where he allegedly sexually assaulted one woman and then stabbed another in face, chest and stomach. The second...
Longwood names Benevento to guest management post
Christopher Benevento
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Gardens announced the appointment of Christopher Benevento Monday as its new Director of Guest Services and Operations. The appointment was effective Jan. 25.
“Our search for a Director of Guest Services and Operations has been thorough and focused,” said Longwood Gardens Executive Director Paul B. Redman. “We interviewed many talented professionals....
