State police: Recovered item in safe-keeping
Call Embreeville barracks if you think stolen safe belongs to you
If you recently had a safe stolen, state police from the Embreeville barracks may have it – in safe-keeping, of course.
Police said they are investigating the discovery of a safe on Feb. 17 about 5:15 p.m. in the area of Old Shadyside Road, about two-tenths of a mile west of Rt. 322 in West Bradford Township. Call police at 610-486-6280...
Quenching thirst for beer – and its history
Victory Brewing Co. co-founder entertains crowd at CFHS
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Bill Covaleski, co-founder of Victory Brewing Company, shares more beer samples and conversation after his well-received lecture at the Chadds Ford Historical Society.
Bill Covaleski, co-founder of Downingtown’s thriving Victory Brewing Company, owes a considerable amount of debt; fortunately...
2013 Phila. Flower Show catering to variety of tastes
Art and cuisine from Chester County will be among offerings
An installation by an artistic team from the Chester County Art Association, entitled “Hockney’s Haven” and inspired by a David Hockney painting, will be displayed at the 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show.
When the 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show opens Saturday, March 2, in the city’s Convention Center, Chester County will...
E. Marlborough warns of stolen storm grates
Storm water grates such as this one have been coming up missing in Southern Chester County, East Marlborough Police warn. Residents are warned to look for missing grates, as the resulting holes can be 10 to 20 feet and represent a serious safety hazard.
Residents warned over hazard of deep holes where grates are missing
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Township officials are warning local residents about thefts...
Stroud center continues advances in water research
New offshoot will focus on watershed restoration
At the Stroud Water Research Center, keeping waterways like the Brandywine Creek clean is an ongoing goal.
Innovation continues to percolate at the Stroud Water Research Center, which on Thursday announced the launch of the Watershed Restoration Group to develop, research, implement, and monitor restoration projects throughout Pennsylvania and beyond.
Matthew...
For tourism marketing, south of France hits home
New campaign will capitalize on county’s cosmopolitan flair
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Blair Mahoney, executive director of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau, explained the importance of boosting tourism in the region.
It wasn’t exactly an identity crisis, but the folks entrusted with promoting the area as a tourist destination have agonized for some...
After spinning wheels, roundabout gains traction
PennDOT could begin construction on Pocopson Township project by mid-November
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A roundabout is scheduled for construction at the intersection of Rt. 52, Wawaset Road, and Lenape-Unionville Road.
The goal was roundabout, but the action was direct as the Chester County commissioners advanced a road project in Pocopson Township on Wednesday.
At their regularly...
Bridge delays, detours looming in Newlin
PennDOT is scheduled to begin rehabilitation of two Newlin Township bridges starting March 4.
Brandywine Creek Road spans are scheduled for rebuilding
Brace yourself for bridge-related delays and detours: Construction will begin Monday, March 4, to rehabilitate the structurally-deficient Brandywine Creek Bridges over Buck and Doe Runs in Newlin Township, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation...
Carmody gets GOP judicial nod, as party stresses ‘Unity’
MacQueen wins only other contested race for County Controller
Patrick Carmody offers thanks to members of the Chester County Republican Committee, Thursday, after being endorsed for Judge, Court of Common Pleas by the party. Carmody earned the nod, Thursday night, after Allison Bell Royer withdrew citing the need for party unity.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
WEST GOSHEN — Although it was clear...
State attorney general announces Vioxx settlement
State Attorney General Kathleen Kane announces a settlement with Merck over the drug Vioxx.
Pennsylvania will get nearly $7 million to help fund prescriptions for seniors
Pennsylvania has reached an $8.25 million settlement with Merck, maker of the prescription drug Vioxx, Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane announced Friday in a news release.
After payment of attorney fees and litigation...
