Radley mansion proposed as inn

Mansion, dating to 1770, other building would have 12 rooms By Nicole Brown, Correspondent, UnionvilleTimes.com The mansion at Radley Run would become part of a 12-room inn on the groudns of the country club, if a proposal can get zoning variances approved by the Birmingham Township Zoning Hearing Board. BIRMINGHAM — A local landmark might just become a destination for tourists and travelers, but...

Lenape Village owner, supervisors work for compromise

Supervisors agree to back appeal to zoning board if certain conditions are met By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com Expanded paving and the removal of a hedgerow created some concernes about stormwater runoff behind the Lenape Village Shoppes in Pocopson. POCOPSON — Brandywine Vista, LLC representative, Armand Coppotelli told members of the township Board of Supervisors at Monday’s...

State Police warn Pocopson residents to ‘watch out for each other’

Tis’ the season to be extra wary, lock cars and keep an eye out By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com POCOPSON —It’s that time of year — and not all of the elves lurking about township neighborhoods are up to good, state police are warning local residents, asking them to be smart and careful to make sure their holidays stay happy and crime-free. State Police Lt. Rich D’Ambrosio,...

E. Marlborough police warn of Thanksgiving burglaries

EAST MARLBOROUGH — It’s enough to make you consider skipping the stuffing. Township police are asking residents to keep an eye out on neighbor’s homes — especially those who have gone “over the river, and through the woods to grandma’s house” for Thanksgiving. It’s been an issue in recent years and police hope that a bit of vigilance can stem the tide. ...

Rupsis promoted to Chesco COO

Mark Rupsis WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners approved the promotion of Mark Rupsis to the position of Chief Operating Officer of the county. “Mark has worked hard for the county for more than 30 years,” Commissioners’ Chair Terence Farrell said. “The promotion is well deserved.”    Send article as PDF   

Unionville test scores again strong

District remains among top in the state By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com EAST MARLBOROUGH — It’s can be a little hard to find room for growth when your head is already scraping the ceiling. Once again, the Unionville-Chadds Ford School district posted exceptional standardized test scores — among the top in the state. “I couldn’t be prouder for our students,” said Dr. John Sanville,...

Stumpo excited by new role in Pocopson

Township’s receptionist wins election to board of supervisors, ready to meet new challenges By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com Pocopson's Ricki Stumpo won election to the township's Board of Supervisors. POCOPSON — She’s used to being something like the face of the township, but now as an elected official things are likely to be a little different for Ricki Stumpo. Stumpo,...

Chester County top bond ratings remain stable

WEST CHESTER  — The Chester County Commissioners announced today that the county has retained AAA bond ratings from Standard & Poor’s, Fitch Ratings and an Aaa rating from Moody’s Investors Service — all of which represent the highest possible credit rating from the respective agencies. “Retaining our AAA ratings from the three top bond rating agencies is great news for Chester County,...

School board lays out budget schedule

District likely to seek Act 1 exceptions to allow new board maximum options on 2012-13 budget By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com EAST MARLBOROUGH — Although it might seem like just a couple of months ago that the last school district budget was finished — actually, it was June — the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education is beginning the process for the 2012-13 school year — with...

Pocopson supervisors unhappy with legislative change

Supervisors cite excellent work of Rep. Barrar over the last decade on behalf of township By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com State Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160) POCOPSON — Township Supervisors’ Vice Chair Georgia Brutscher announced during last week’s township meeting her regret at the township being “kicked out” of State Representative Stephen Barrar’s district...