Pocopson trout release teaches students lessons

New program has students care for young fish, learn their role in ecosystem Fifth grade students from Pocopson Elementary School release trout into the Pocopson Creek, Friday, morning, as part of the Trout In the Classroom program. By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times POCOPSON — The rain was falling, and Ryan Stephens was a little concerned about putting youngsters into the 43 degree water of Pocopson...

Chester County observing Fair Housing Month

Department of Community Development to host educational workshops In recognition of Fair Housing Month, the Chester County Department of Community Development is extending an invitation to attend the first of a series of Fair Housing Educational Workshops beginning on Tuesday, April 1. The presentation at the Chester County Public Safety Training Campus from 9 to 11 a.m. will include information...

Unionville resident tapped by conservation nonprofit

Jeb Hannum will serve on board of Natural Lands Trust John B. “Jeb” Hannum III Natural Lands Trust (NLT), one of the region’s prominent land conservation organizations, recently announced the appointment of two new members to its board, including a Unionville resident. John B. “Jeb” Hannum III, has been an active member of Natural Lands Trust’s President’s Council since its inception...

Public can help celebrate National Robotics Week

Chester County Library is hosting informational program on April 10 The Chester County Library is inviting the public to celebrate National Robotics Week from April 5-15. The library will host a presentation of the FIRST (For the Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) robotics programs and a Q&A session on Thursday, April 10, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the Struble Room of the Chester...

Gala to offer diverse array of auction items

Proceeds from April 11 benefit will help fund Planned Parenthood programs Craig Kandravi (from left), club steward of Radnor Hunt; event co-chair Renny Wood of Chadds Ford; and decorations chair Jane Taylor of Berwyn show off the signed Frolic Weymouth print that will be auctioned at the gala. Gourmet food and drink will combine with one-of-a-kind offerings  – ranging from a signed Frolic...

Interim director gets permanent county job

Commissioners approve Jacqueline McKenna as Pocopson administrator  Jacqueline McKenna WEST CHESTER – The Chester County Commissioners approved the appointment on Monday, March 24, of a longtime employee as the new administrator of the county-owned Pocopson Home. Jacqueline McKenna, who holds the state-required nursing home administrator license, has been interim director since the position...

National Weather Service: Winter won’t let go

Two to four inches of snow expected to hit county on Tuesday It may be spring, but winter refuses to loosen its icy grip: The National Weather Service is predicting two to four inches of snow for Chester County that is expected to start Tuesday morning and continue into Tuesday night. The previously anticipated nor’easter will not affect the county, but another system moving across the country...

Chester County Sheriff announces 5 promotions

 Lt. Jason Suydam will oversee everyday operations Chester County Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh (left) congratulates Lt. Jason Suydam on his promotion. WEST CHESTER – Chester County Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh announced on Monday, March 24, the promotions of Sgt. Jason Suydam and four other deputies in the Chester County Sheriff’s Office. The promotion of Suydam to lieutenant follows...

First State Ballet Theatre to debut ‘Cinderella’

Family-friendly production is company’s second world premiere this season First State Ballet Theatre will present the premiere of ‘Cinderella’ at the Grand Opera House on April 12 and April 13. Photo by Tisa Della-Volpe Continuing its tradition of presenting a Delaware or world premiere each season, First State Ballet Theatre (FSBT) will debut “Cinderella” – its second world premiere...

Time to discard toxins, unwanted electronics safely

County’s municipalities hosting joint collection event on April 12 All 73 Chester County municipalities are hosting a Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Event for residents on Saturday, April 12, at the CAT Pickering campus, 1580 Charlestown Rd., Phoenixville, 19460. The collection site will open at 9 a.m. and close promptly at 3 p.m.  Residents may bring computers and computer...