What To Do: Enjoy an old fashioned circus
Also: BBQ, wolves in the moonlight & reggae
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The big top comes alive when Cole Bros. Circus comes to New Castle, Del. this weekend.
If you want to truly appreciate the circus — to take in all the sights, sounds and smells of the circus — then the best way to experience the circus is the old-fashioned way. The best way is to be sitting in...
Still no answers as to motive for courthouse knife attack
Coatesville man, shot and killed by deputies, had troubled past
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The folding knife authorities say Curtis Smith used in an attack on Sheriff’s Deputies at the Chester County Courthouse Tuesday, which resulted in Smith’s death.
WEST CHESTER — While the “what” of Tuesday’s knife-attack, fatal shooting at the county courthouse is much clearer following...
On Stage: Brynn Elliott balances studies, music
Also: Styx, Def Leppard at Allentown Fair
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
A lot of college students have schedules that are challenging to keep balanced. But, few face the obstacles experienced by Brynn Elliott.
Elliott is a sophomore at Harvard University who is majoring in philosophy. She is also a musician who is heavily involved in recording her music and performing live shows.
Usually,...
More questions than answers in courthouse shooting
WEST CHESTER — There are more questions than answers Wednesday as to why a Coatesville man allegedly attacked a Chester County Sheriff’s Deputy with a knife at the county Justice Center Tuesday just before midday — and was shot and killed by another deputy.
Curtis Smith, 34, entered the building a bit before noon Tuesday and allegedly attacked an unidentified deputy with a knife. The...
Free pet vaccination in Coatesville, Aug. 30
A volunteer shares a little puppy love during a recent vaccination event.
The Chester County SPCA (CCSPCA) will provide free vaccinations to 300 owned pets during a community outreach event in Coatesville this weekend.
In partnership with the City of Coatesville Police Department, the CCSPCA will host a free vaccination clinic on Sunday, August 30 from 10am to 2pm at Coatesville City Hall, 1 City...
Coatesville man shot, killed after allegedly slashing deputy
WEST CHESTER — A Coatesville man was shot and killed Tuesday after apparently attacking and stabbing a Sheriff’s deputy at the Chester County Justice Center, according to District Attorney Tom Hogan.
Although details remain a bit unclear, the dead man was identified as Curtis Smith. Just after 11 a.m. Smith reportedly entered the courthouse and slashed a deputy with a knife. He was then...
Op/Ed: Fighting for veterans and first responders
State Rep. argues for support of education needs for both groups
By Rep. Steve Barrar, State Representative (R-160)
State Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160)
I spend a lot of my time learning about the needs of the Commonwealth’s emergency responders, veterans and their families. By always remaining informed, I can best represent these groups as the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee...
Kennett Brewing Company – craft beer, farm fresh dining & local flare
Local owners invite you to ‘stop on by’…
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KENNETT SQUARE – The Kennett Brewing Company (KBC), quietly tucked away at 109 S. Broad Street, is historic Kennett Square’s latest unique eatery and watering hole. Locally owned and managed, KBC has the feel of a ‘word of mouth’ destination where visitors get the sense, upon...
Resale Book Shoppe hosts ‘teacher appreciation’ book sale Saturday
Sale proceeds benefit Kennett Area Senior Center
(l-r)Volunteers Pat Blades, Carol Antes, and Karen Martin hold out a welcome sign for the August 29 Teacher Appreciation Sale at the Kennett Square Resale Book Shoppe at 113 S. Union Street.
The Kennett Square Resale Book Shoppe – 113 S. Union Street, Kennett Square, is holding a Teacher Appreciation Sale on Saturday, August 29, from...
Birthright citizen challenge is a slippery slope
Can citizenship be taken away by a whim?
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Much in line with the old Chinese curse, we live in interesting times.
Arguably, though, with more than one Republican presidential candidate arguing for repeal (or downright ignoring of) the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, suggesting that the children of illegal immigrants to the United States should be denied...
