East Marlborough man, 67, reported missing
State police said he was last seen on May 2
A 67-year-old East Marlborough Township resident has been reported missing and endangered, state police from the Avondale barracks said Friday.
Police said James J. Fiore, described as 5-foot-11 and 170 lbs. with gray hair and brown eyes, was last seen at his residence on Schoolhouse Road on May 2 at 6 p.m., police said. He does not own a cell phone but...
A venue where pipe dreams can come true
Longwood Gardens is hosting international organ competition
Ten renowned organists from around the world will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition at Longwood Gardens.
Organ aficionados, take note: Longwood Gardens’ is hosting an international competition with a $40,000 first prize.
Ten renowned organists will compete in the inaugural International Organ Competition, playing...
UCF board likely to approve tax hike slightly above Act 1
Some question remains as to whether board will cut spending to save for future pension costs
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH — When the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education considers adopting a preliminary final budget Monday night, it appears only two scenarios, or a variation, will be on the table.
During last Monday night’s budget hearing, the schools administration offered...
Take safety precautions during Arson Awareness Week
Government agencies want public to be aware of dangers to avoid them
Government agencies are pushing safety precautions during National Arson Awareness Week.
An estimated 16,800 intentionally set fires occur in homes every year, resulting annually in approximately 280 deaths, 775 injuries, and $593 million in property loss, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). During Arson Awareness Week...
Unionville French teacher wins Citadel honor
Sue Shelley chosen as top high school teacher at annual awards ceremony
Unionville High French teacher Sue Shelley (left) celebrates with Principal Paula Massanari.
C’est très magnifique may be the best way to describe this honor.
Unionville High French teacher Sue Shelley was chosen Tuesday night as the Citadel Heart of Learning Award winner at the high school level. Shelley was one of 38...
Supreme Court upholds redistricting plan
New state house, state Senate districts for many — new district, the 74th in Coatesville area
The new State House districts for Chester County, including the new 74th District, centered around Coatesville.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The Pennsylvania State Supreme Court has upheld a new legislative redistricting plan, Wednesday, meaning the proposed district changes — including many in Chester...
Longwood cottages destined for wrecking ball
Kennett supervisors voted 2-1 to grant demolition permit
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The Kennett Township Supervisors voted 2-1 Tuesday night to grant Longwood Gardens a permit to raze these three 1920s cottages along U.S. 1.
For more than half an hour Tuesday night, planners, preservationists, and members of the public urged the Kennett Township supervisors to delay a decision...
Ross takes lead on Corbett’s pension bill
Chester County Republican is lead sponsor on bill that proposes major changes for new state employees, teachers
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
State Representative Chris Ross (R-158).
Pension reform took front and center in a press conference featuring local State Representative Chris Ross (R-158) and Gov. Tom Corbett in Harrisburg, Tuesday.
Ross, the Chester County Republican, is leading the fight...
Library offering kayak, canoe safety course
Participants will receive certification to operate paddle crafts
The Chester County Library is offering a paddle-boat safety course in conjunction with the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Want to ensure you know what you’re doing the next time you decide to paddle down the Brandywine? The Chester County Library and District Center is offering an educational opportunity to help accomplish that.
Partnering...
Alleged drunk driver charged with killing motorcyclist
Police: Robert Landis had blood-alcohol level more than triple the legal limit
Updated at 1 p.m. with arraignment information
Robert E. Landis is charged with homicide by vehicle while DUI for the April 26 crash in Westtown Township that killed a 24-year-old motorcyclist.
Authorities said a West Chester man was driving with a blood-alcohol level of more than three times the legal limit and a suspended...
