Time for common sense on both sides of cliff talk

Both sides seem more focused on talking points than facts By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Before, we get started here, my thoughts and prayers to the people of Newtown, Conn. It is a community so much like so many parts of Chester County, it is impossible not to feel both sympathy and horror. As a parent, it chills the blood. I’m not sure there was anything different that could have been done by...

Residents push Pitts over ‘Fiscal Cliff’ vote

Largely collegial event features satirical carols, detailed talk about spending and taxes at Congressman’s district office By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Local residents gather to sing satirical Christmas carols and talk spending and taxes in the district office of U.S. Rep. Joe Pitts in Unionville, Monday evening. The local group, organized in part by MoveOn.com and the Kennett Area Democrats,...

Grant terms could kill Rt. 82 bike path

E. Marlborough officials concerned about details, potential costs in deal with PennDOT By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times EAST MARLBOROUGH — Complicated language that apparently obscures financial responsibility in the grant application for the proposed Route 82 bike path could end local support for the project, unless the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) agrees to modify the agreement...