County marks week for mental-health awareness
Annual national observance offers time to learn about local resources
To mark National Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) – held the first full week in October for more than two decades - Chester County Mental Health/Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (MHIDD) is working to increase awareness and understanding among all residents, a county news release said.
The observance, which will...
PennDOT lightens chore of replacing license
Ordering duplicate can now be done online, agency says
The headache of obtaining a duplicate non-commercial driver’s license or photo identification card to replace one that was lost or stolen has been lessened, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said Wednesday.
“Ordering a duplicate driver’s license or photo identification card just got easier for our customers,” PennDOT’s...
Meeting to explore heartbreak of heroin abuse
Area father brings crusade to end scourge to Kennett High School
Andy Rumford (left) speaks with Police Chief Edward Zunino about the prevalence of heroin abuse in the region.
A Kennett Square father who lost his 23-year-old daughter to a heroin overdose earlier this year is continuing his quest to raise awareness about the dangers of this readily available drug and prevent similar tragedies.
Andy...
Police: Following too closely causes two accidents
Two drivers received citations for following too closely after a three-vehicle crash on Saturday in East Marlborough Township, said state police from the Avondale barracks.
Police said the accident occurred in the left lane of northbound U.S. 1 at its intersection with Schoolhouse Road at 7:08 p.m. A 2008 Honda Civic driven by Daniel I. Burge, 22, of West Grove, rear-ended a 2006 Volvo S40 and then...
Veteran law-enforcer returns to county roots
Sheriff selects Caln Township resident as chief deputy
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh (left) announces her selection of George P. March as chief deputy sheriff, filling a position that has been vacant since January.
For the new Chester County chief deputy sheriff, the position, which was announced Wednesday, represents a repeat...
Unionville Fair Queen Pageant, Sept. 26
The contestants for the 2013 Unionville Fair Queen Pageant. Queen candidates are signified by (Q). Back row left to right: Aubrey McLaughlin, Carly Rechenberg (Q), Taylor Thornton, Jackie Choffo(Q), Catherine Stookey(Q). Front row left to right: Sarah Taylor, Mia Maufort, Helen Nichols, Shannon White.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Unionville Community Fair Queen and Princess Pageant, the traditional kick-off...
New Pocopson trail completed
Barnard House update, deer management committee ready for fall
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
The Brandyridge Trail near West Creek Road in Pocopson is the newest trail completed by the township’s Public Works Department.
POCOPSON — Township officials made quick work of agenda items during Monday’s Township Board of Supervisors’ Meeting.
Mark Knightly, Township Director of Public...
‘History on Tap’ to quench revolutionary thirst
Free program will explore General Warren Inne’s role in U.S. independence
Monday night’s “History on Tap” program will explore the American Revolution at the General Warren Inne in Malvern.
Historian and author Tom McGuire will present the history of the General Warren Inne, including a vivid description of the inn’s role in the Battle of Paoli and American Revolution,...
Roadwork may prompt traffic backups
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) wants residents to be aware of possible traffic delays as work continues on area road projects.
Utility installation will continue on Lenape Road in Pocopson Township through Wednesday. Lane restrictions will occur at Locust Grove Road from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Raised pavement market installation will require lane closures on Lenape Road in East Marlborough...
Votes sought to save abolitionists’ treasure
Chester County Historical Society artifact on Pa. ‘endangered’ list
In 1855, forced to make a decision most people never face, Passmore Williamson chose going to prison over going against his principles.
Williamson was jailed for not cooperating in recovering Jane Johnson, an enslaved woman who sought and gained freedom in Pennsylvania with his assistance. Williamson spent 100 days in...
