County highlights planning initiatives during National Community Planning Month
October is National Community Planning Month and in recognition of this, the Chester County Commissioners will be issuing a proclamation noting the importance of local planning, especially as it relates to economic resiliency and sustainability in Chester County.
“We are grateful that the Commissioners recognize the value of community planning, given our position as the fastest growing county in...
Times 2022 election questionnaire: Chris Pielli, 156th District
Chris Pielli
It is time again — for the fourth straight election cycle — for The Times election questionnaire for legislative candidates — your chance to get an unfiltered look at candidates’ views on various issues. The questions were sent out in September to both major parties in the county, asking them to be distributed to the individual campaigns. As always, the answers are not edited...
Hundreds turn out for County Color 5K; $85K raised to battle substance abuse
More than 600 people of all ages ran through clouds of color at the start of the Chester County Color 5 on Saturday at Exton Park. With the help of generous sponsors, this year’s event is estimated to raise $85,000.
Over 700 people joined the Chester County Commissioners and the District Attorney in Exton Park on Saturday morning, October 8, to run, walk and cheer on participants of the sixth annual...
Kennett Sq. presents proposed 2023 budget, 8.1% tax hike eyed
On Wednesday, Oct. 5, the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 budget, totaling $5.1 million, was presented to the Kennett Square Council.
The presentation highlighted positive indicators of economic development in the Borough, including a 19% increase in growth-based revenue due to enhanced economic activity (Local Tax Enabling Act) over a five-year period. The proposed budget also reduces administrative...
On Stage: ‘Mushroom’ debuts at People’s Light
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Mushroom
Live theater goes into an almost dormant state every summer and then springs back to life in the autumn, winter and spring seasons.
Well, autumn has arrived – as Mother Nature has boldly announced with the weather over the last week – and live theater productions are returning to the entertainment schedule.
Right now, there are several attractive...
Times 2022 election questionnaire: Kristine Howard, 167th State House District
Kristine Howard
It is time again — for the fourth straight election cycle — for The Times election questionnaire for legislative candidates — your chance to get an unfiltered look at candidates’ views on various issues. The questions were sent out in September to both major parties in the county, asking them to be distributed to the individual campaigns. As always, the answers are not edited...
Commissioner Moskowitz represents county at White House conference
Commissioners’ Chair Marian Moskowitz (center) represented Chester County at the White House last week, along with fellow PA County Commissioner Chairs (from left to right) Michael Pipe of Centre County, Dr. Monica Taylor from Delaware County, Dr. Val Arkoosh from Montgomery County, and Bob Harvie from Bucks County.
Chester County Commissioners’ Chair Marian Moskowitz represented Chester County...
Hundreds gather at OUTFest to support the LGBTQIA+ community
Chester County History Center was filled with OUTFest Rally Attendees.
WEST CHESTER — Hundreds of Chester County residents gathered Saturday at the Chester County History Center for a rally in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. The event featured local elected officials, community leaders, and local advocates. The rally was held in response to the cancellation of a planned OUTFest street festival...
Times 2022 election questionnaire: David Cunningham, 13th State House District
David Cunningham
It is time again — for the fourth straight election cycle — for The Times election questionnaire for legislative candidates — your chance to get an unfiltered look at candidates’ views on various issues. The questions were sent out in September to both major parties in the county, asking them to be distributed to the individual campaigns. As always, the answers are...
Sappey hosts Naloxone training event
Pictured left to right are Dr. Joseph Greco, MD, LCH Medical Director, state Rep. Christina Sappey, Kate Genthert-Siolek, Chester County Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist, and Bob Rafetto, PRLA Brandywine Chapter Co-Chair.
Community members joined State Rep. Christina Sappey on Monday for a Free Naloxone Training at Kennett Borough Hall. The event was hosted with support from the Chester County...
