Chadds Ford marathoner runs up $100 fine
Judge convicts him of illegal parking in Valley Forge park during shutdown
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A local marathoner had a run-in with federal authorities at Valley Forge National Park in October that continued in court on Wednesday, May 7.
John M. Bell, 54, of Chadds Ford, received a $100 ticket on Oct. 6 after park rangers say he ignored barricades and closure signs...
Deputy sheriff gets dual commendations
His compassion, restraint during dog attack praised by boss, state Senate
Chester County Chief Deputy George P. March (from left), Patty Hansen, Cpl. Kurt Hansen, Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh, and State Sen. Andy Dinniman appear at the ceremony honored Hansen.
As promised, Chester County Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh honored one of her deputies last week at a ceremony during morning roll...
Red Cross honors Coatesville VA employee
Recreation therapist lauded for ‘above and beyond’ work with veterans
Rich Yoegel (left), chair of the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chester County Leadership Council and a member of its board, congratulates Ellen Barnes, this year’s Chester County hero. Photo courtesy of Alex Greenblatt
The American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania (SEPA) has honored a woman who exhibits...
County names new director for Dept. of Aging
Six-year deputy will replace boss, who is retiring
Sandra Murphy
WEST CHESTER – The Chester County Commissioners have promoted the deputy of the Chester County Department of Aging Services to director.
Sandra Murphy, who has served as second in command for the past six years, will replace retiring director Wanda Stonebraker, who had the post since 2007, a county news release said.
Murphy,...
Unionville likely to limit tax hike to 2.66%
Questions remain on use of reserve funds, revenue projections
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH — If the final number is all but set, how exactly to get there remains a bit up in the air, as consensus seemed to form amongst the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education Monday night around a blended tax rate increase of about 2.66% for the 2014-15 school year budget.
But the big question...
Health Department: Make mosquitos unwelcome
Officials offer tips on avoiding threat of West Nile Virus
Along with warmer weather comes those pesky mosquitos – and the threat of West Nile Virus, says the Chester County Health Department.
Officials want to remind residents that the best way to control mosquitoes, which can transmit the virus to humans, is to get rid of standing water on your property. In a news release, the Health Department...
Pocopson reveals proposed Comp Plan
Public hearing on plan slated for June 23
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, the Times
POCOPSON – Residents are encouraged to take a look at the recently unveiled Comprehensive Plan which includes the maps and the plans for future growth and development in the Township. Susan Elks, from the Chester County Planning Commission explained portions of the plan to members of the Township Planning Commission...
Patching to continue on U.S. 1 Bypass
PennDOT says lane restrictions will be in effect all week
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the following roadwork in the Kennett and Unionville areas this week – weather permitting – so that motorists can anticipate potential travel delays.
Both sides of the U.S. 1 Bypass in Kennett, New Garden, Penn, Lower Oxford, and London Grove Townships will continue to...
CCAA: See ‘Chicago in L.A.’ in Brooklyn
Association plans bus trip to see exhibits by two contemporary standouts
Judy Chicago is one of the artists who will be featured at the Brooklyn Art Museum for the CCAA bus trip to New York.
The Chester County Art Association (CCAA) is hosting an all-day chartered bus trip to the Brooklyn Art Museum on Thursday, May 15. Artists on display include 1970’s feminist artist Judy Chicago and Chinese...
County working to assist flood-ravaged residents
Clean-up kits will be distributed Thursday evening in three locations
The driver of this truck was likely eager to get to higher ground on the bridge near the Northbrook Canoe Company. Photo by Dave Lichter
In an effort to facilitate the flood recovery process, the Chester County Department of Emergency Services (DES) will be distributing flood clean-up kits on Wednesday, May 1, from 6 to 8 p.m....
