DASD, teachers agree to new 5-year contract
DASD and DAEA reach five-year professional staff agreement(from back to front and left to right: DAEA Executive Committee Secretary Stephanie Bosco, DAEA Secondary Vice President and Chief Negotiator Mike Borkowski, DASD Board Vice President Joyce Houghton, DAEA Elementary Vice President Sandy Falkner, DAEA Elementary Representative at Large Megan Kay, Superintendent Dr. Robert J. O’Donnell,...
On Stage: Bella White brings Americana to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Bella White
Bella White is a Canadian singer-songwriter who combines the old school music of bluegrass and Appalachian tunes with modern-day influences of Americana and singer-songwriter genres.
In the spring, she toured across America with her “Spring 2025 Red Rhododendron Tour.” The single “Rhododendron” was released in October 2022...
County moves to fix error in election poll books; polls to stay open until 10 pm
Polling locations around Chester County discovered this morning that poll books lacked the names of third-party and independent voters and scrambled to get new poll books to the county’s 230 polling locations, Tuesday. UPDATE: The county announced that polls will remain open until 10 pm Tuesday night to allow more access for voters.
According to a county statement issued Tuesday morning:
“Just...
County organizations launch ‘Help Feed Chesco’ initiative
Chester County United Way, Chester County Community Foundation, The Alliance for Health Equity, and United Way of Southern Chester County have joined forces to launch a collaborative relief effort to support our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. Together, the organizations have each contributed $25,000 to create a $100,000 matching fund, unlocking a potential total impact of $200,000 for...
Commissioners urge community support for local food pantries during federal SNAP funds halt
Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe are urging community action as the federal government shutdown disrupts the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The Commissioners are calling on both those in need and those able to help to take immediate action.
Their message is two-fold:
Individuals and families in need of food assistance should contact their...
Shapiro, Chesco Dems honor Moskowitz with leadership award
Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks to audience of Chester County Democrats and guests
The Chester County Democratic Committee (CCDC) honored Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz with the Chester County Democratic Leadership Award at a banquet held at the People’s Light Farmhouse in Malvern on 10/22/25.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro recognized Commissioner Moskowitz’s dedication...
Lionville Elementary celibrates 65 years; named Blue Ribbon School by state
Lionville Elementary’s Blue Ribbon Team is recognized by State Representative Danielle Friel Otten for their outstanding achievements.
Lionville Elementary School marked a historic milestone on Oct. 23, celebrating its 65th anniversary while also being named an inaugural Pennsylvania Blue Ribbon School by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
The celebration featured a school-wide assembly...
You have every right to protest ‘No Kings’ — just be peaceful
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgann.bsky.social
On Saturday, thousands of your local friends and neighbors will gather at the Historic Courthouse to protest the actions of the Trump Administration — a “No Kings” rally.
And yes, Donald Trump has earned the wrath of the people for ignoring the law, ignoring the U.S. Constitution, ignoring Congress, seeking revenge against political...
Brown named new principal at CCIU Learning Center
Victor W. Brown, Jr., CCIU Learning Center’s new principal
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has appointed Victor W. Brown, Jr. as the new principal of the CCIU Learning Center in Coatesville. This appointment reflects CCIU’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional leadership for learners with diverse learning needs.
“Victor is a proven leader who understands the importance...
AGSD launches Little Friends Early Learning Lab Preschool Program
An Avon Grove High School students works with a preschooler.
On Tuesday, October 7, Avon Grove School District launched the Little Friends Early Learning Lab, a preschool experience designed to prepare high school students for careers in education while providing high-quality early learning experiences for preschool-aged children.
Located at Avon Grove High School the Little Friends Early Learning...
