Pocopson meeting moved to school
POCOPSON — Monday night’s Board of Supervisors meeting has been moved to Pocopson Elementary School, due to anticipated large crowds related to the issues regarding Spring Brook Farm.
The meeting will begin at 7:30.
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County gives $10K to Schuylkill River Heritage Area
Commissioner Terence Farrell; Kurt Zwikl, Executive Director of the Schuylkill River Heritage Area; Commissioner Kathi Cozzone and Commissioners’ Chair Ryan Costello.
WEST CHESTER — Chester County Commissioners presented the Schuylkill River Heritage Area with a check for $10,000 at this week’s Commissioners’ meeting, as well as a citation to the organization for its efforts in achieving the...
Treasures for Teachers helping schools in need
Unionville-Chadds Ford schools donate to help needy Delaware Valley schools
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The giant collection of materials donated by Unionville Elementary School teachers to aid a North Philadelphia elementary school. Hillendale teachers donated earlier this year, while Chadds Ford and Pocopson will be participating later this summer.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — A what would normally...
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...
Steady progress continues on Magnolia Place
Townhouses, apartments, Victory Brewing rising in Kennett Square
By Kim Chiomento, Correspondent, The Times
Townhouse are among the first buildings completed as part of the Magnolia Place development on the site for the NVF facility in Kennett Square near West Cypress Street. The project has a mix of townhomes, apartments and retail spaces.
KENNETT SQUARE — Just off of W. Cypress Street and Mill...
Longwood fountains to undergo renovation
Two-year project slated to begin this fall, will preserve historic details
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
An undated photo of the historic fountain at Longwood Gardens, slated for a two-year renovation project.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The iconic fountains at Longwood Gardens are about to get a 21st Century makeover, but fans of the historic landmark shouldn’t worry: most of the upgrades planned over...
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...
More storms, more power outages
PECO continues to struggle with summer storms
Some 40,000 Chester County residents were without power this morning after a line of strong thunderstorms ripped through the area last evening. The power outages appear to be centered in the middle of the county, with various reports of power being out in West Brandywine, Valley, Caln and East Fallowfield, among other areas in the county.
There are reports...
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...
