Syska new Ass’t. Chief at Longwood FD
Mike Syska is now Assistant Chief of Longwood Fire Company.
EAST MARLBOROUGh — Mike Syska has been promoted from captain to assistant chief of Longwood Fire Company, the company announced Monday.
“Mike continues to advance in leadership positions at Longwood Fire Company,” said Chief A. J. McCarthy. “He has earned his promotion. He’s an excellent fireman who takes on responsibilities...
Local police warn against ‘puffing’
The ice scraper being given out by local police to remind folks not to leave their cars running and unlocked to warm up.
With some of the frigid temperatures seen in the county in recent weeks, it’s understandable wanting to start and pre-warm your car, but local police are warning about the risks of “puffing” to keep warm on a cold morning.
Coatesville Police and the PA Auto...
Brandywine Roller Derby opens season March 12
CALN — World class Roller Derby is alive and well in Chester County
Brandywine Roller Derby is kicking off the 2016 season with a name change and an exciting home opener against the Ithaca League of Women Skaters, March 12.
After five years as the Brandywine Roller Girls, the league decided to replace “Girls” with “Derby” in order to better encompass all of the individuals who make BRD...
What To Do: Need we say more? Chocolate in Kennett Sq.
Also: Fosse shows Chicago, Pippin come to area
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Once again, the United Way of Southern Chester County holds its annual Kennett Chocolate Lovers Festival at Kennett High School, Feb. 21.
Every year, when February rolls around, the United Way of Southern Chester County holds a special event to celebrate chocolate. On February 21, the organization will present...
La Comunidad welcomes new doctor in Oxford clinic
La Comunidad Hispana is welcoming Dr. Elaine Kirchdoerfer (known as Dr. K to her patients) to its Oxford satellite office. Oxford staff pictured here from left, Anel Medina, Registered Nurse, Dr. K., Physician, and Liliana Hernandez, Member Relations Specialist.
Dr. Elaine Kirchdoerfer, or “Dr. K.” as her patients call her, has joined La Comunidad Hispana’s (LCH) medical team at the new Oxford...
SCCSA spring registration deadline – March 1.
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Southern Chester County Soccer Association (SCCSA) is still accepting registrations for its Spring Recreational Soccer program. The program is open to all children between the ages of 4 and 17. Registration deadline is Tuesday, March 1st and the season starts Sunday, April 4th.
For...
On Stage: A local taste of New Orleans’ music
Local performance calendar loaded with great shows
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Big Sam’s Funky Nation brings a bit of New Orleans to the Delaware Valley Thursday night.
Mardi Gras may have ended at 11:59 on February 9 but the Mardi Gras spirit is still going strong in this area with shows by New Orleans bands that are out on the road.
One of those touring acts from the Crescent...
Barrar hosts War College students for policy talk
Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160) and other legislators were presented with a certificate of appreciation Tuesday from United States Army War College students following a policy issues discussion that he hosted.
HARRISBURG — State Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160) hosted a discussion with other members of the House and Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness committees about policy issues affecting...
Local police warn of fake IRS call scam
More than $23 million has been stolen, nationally, with fake calls
By Lauren Parker- Gill, Staff Writer, The Times
WEST CALN – With tax season in full swing, some Chester County local police departments are warning residents of phone and email scams from individuals claiming to represent the IRS.
Phone scammers are using fake names and IRS badge numbers, along with a toll free number that appears...
