Pocopson roundabout construction now slated for Jan. 20
In phase one, Wawaset Road to be closed
Construction is slated to begin on the roundabout at Route 52, Unionville-Lenape Road and Wawaset Road. The $2.15 million project is expected to be completed by Sept., 2014.
POCOPSON — Delayed in part by utilities issues, construction work on the roundabout at Route 52 and Unionville-Lenape Road is expected to start Jan. 20, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation...
Police ID one of four accused jewelry thieves
West Whiteland investigators issue warrant for 57-year-old Philadelphia man
West Whiteland Township Police are looking for Kevin Blagmon, one of four men accused in a jewelry heist at the Exton Square Mall.
An investigation by the West Whiteland Township Police Department into a $15,000 jewelry heist at the Exton Square Mall has resulted in the identification of one of four suspects, detectives said.
Police...
Pocopson to allow ed. programs at The Barn
Board of supervisors put 33 conditions on continued use of Locust Grove site
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
The Barn at Spring Brook Farm will still be allowed to be used for educational sessions for disabled children, but with conditions, after neighboring properties expressed concerns about the use in a residential neighborhood in Pocopson.
POCOPSON — Township officials had just two choices...
Library program to focus on computer history
Inventor of original smartphone to speak in Exton
To gain insight into the world of modern communications, the Chester County Library in Exton is inviting the public to a presentation on Monday, Jan. 6, in the Struble Room.
From 7 to 8:30 p.m., Dr. Rocco Leonard Martino, the inventor of the original smartphone, will present “Personal History of the Computer,” a discussion of the history and future...
Dinniman, Pileggi offer support for military honorees
Both express strong support for Senate Bill 886
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Sen. Andrew Dinniman talks about his bill, Senate Bill 886, which would create an online database of Medal of Honor winners to help thwart those who would falsely claim such honors.
WEST GOSHEN — One word came to the forefront in a discussion about proposed legislation to prevent misrepresentation and claims of military...
Icy freeze next, as snow moves out
Roads still messy, many public offices closed; low temps big worry in next 24 hours
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
As Chester County digs out from six to eight inches of snow, the concerns now move from clearly icy local roadways and keeping warm — as the National Weather Service is predicting temperatures tonight in the low single digits.
While state and local road crews working to clear roads...
Police: Purse-snatcher strikes at Acme
Woman unloading groceries in Westtown reportedly victimized
On New Year’s Eve at 4:38 p.m. a 66-year-old female attempting to put groceries into her vehicle became the victim of a purse-snatcher, Westtown-East Goshen Township Police.
Police said the woman was in the parking lot of the Westtown Acme, located at the intersection of Rts. 202 and 926 when a man reached into the open car door, snatched...
Hercules expected to dump 4 to 6 inches of snow
Dropping temperatures, high winds could make Thursday night/Friday morning travel hazardous
Updated: 12:45 p.m., adds Chester County info, PennDOT comments
Updated: 3:30 p.m.: Adds Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Information
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Chester County residents can expect 2014 to get off to a cold and snowy start, as Winter Storm Hercules is expected to dump 4 to 6 inches...
Kennett’s Mushroom Drop a roaring success
Robust turnout for first-ever New Year’s Eve event
By Steven Silverman, Correspondent, The Times
As midnight looms, a giant lit mushroom descends on downtown Kennett Square, New Year’s Eve. Reception and attendance for the first-year event was strong — with many in crowd hoping for it to become an annual event.
KENNETT SQUARE—It’s not often one gets to see a giant fungus touching...
YMCA wants to help make resolutions stick
Members who hope to pursue healthier lifestyles will get assist
Hundreds of people make annual New Year’s resolutions to get fit, lose weight, or improve their overall health – often losing the resolve rather than the pounds.
This year, the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, which is dedicated to strengthening communities through healthier living, is offering programs to help people keep those...
