Rt. 52 to close in Pocopson, April 28
PennDOT to start final phase of roundabout construction, due to open in Sept.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The third and final phase of construction of the roundabout in Pocopson will close Route 52 on April 28, PennDOT announced Tuesday. The roadway — and the new roundabout — is expected to open in late September.
POCOPSON — It’s about to get a lot more complicated to get around the...
Avondale trooper cleared of brutality charge
Kelly Cruz had been accused of stomping suspect in head during drug raid
Updated at 1:15 p.m. with state police comment
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kelly Cruz
More than four years after being accused of using excessive force during a drug bust, a veteran state police narcotics investigator has been acquitted of federal civil rights charges.
A jury deliberated less than...
Knife-wielding 16-year-old arrested
Police say teen used weapon to threaten two victims
A 16-year-old male from Kennett Square, who was not identified because of his age, was arrested by Kennett Square officers for two counts each of terroristic threats, simple assault, possessing instruments of crime, and harassment, police said. The arrest stemmed from an incident that occurred on Tuesday, March 25, between 2:30 and 3 p.m. in...
Chester County Art Association: ‘Party in Our Park’
Fund-raiser promises evening of entertainment, food, drink
With assistance from its 2014 Philadelphia Flower Show installation, the Chester County Art Association will transform its grounds for the “Party in Our Park” fund-raiser.
The Chester County Art Association (CCAA) is hosting “Party in Our Park,” a fund-raiser featuring art, music, food, and fun on Friday, April 25, from 6:30 to...
Serial drunk-driver pleads guilty to fatality
Crime prompts DA to seek tougher penalties for repeat offenders
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Pat Crowley (left) and District Attorney Tom Hogan listen as Diane Crowley addresses a news conference on increasing penalties for repeat drunk drivers who cause a death. The Crowleys lost their son, Liam James, a year ago, in a crash caused by an eight-time drunk-driver.
On Monday,...
Art Watch: Susan Heaver
Local jewelry artist turns found materials into unearthed treasures
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Local jewelry artist Susan Heaver is drawn to the natural beauty in found materials that she cuts, carves and twists into unique works of wearable art. Not many people can look at a junked piece of copper gutter material and envision bracelets cuffs; but Susan Heaver has a vision, and is inspired...
Police: Car blocking U.S. 1 contained drugs
New Garden officers say they recovered cocaine, heroin, paraphernalia
William Roy
On Sunday, April 6, at 3:49 p.m., New Garden Township officers observed a vehicle abruptly pull off the roadway and partially block the southbound lane of Newark Road near the U.S. 1 southbound ramp, police said. After the driver activated his hazard lights and exited the vehicle, an officer activated his emergency...
Register of Wills will call on some residents
Representatives take services on road for citizens who aren’t ambulatory
The Chester County Register of Wills Office wants to remind residents that it will accommodate those in need of assistance who can’t travel to its West Chester office.
About a year ago, Register of Wills Terri Clark instituted a policy of sending representatives to hospices, nursing facilities, hospitals, and private...
PennDOT: U.S. 202 set for more pothole repairs
Work will be done from West Goshen Township to Delaware County line
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the following roadwork in the Kennett and Unionville areas this week – weather permitting – so that motorists can anticipate potential travel delays.
Pothole patching will require lane restrictions on U.S. 202 in both directions in Birmingham, Westtown,...
Studio 882 makes local mark in home decor
Chadds Ford boutique is a breath of fresh air in furnishings
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
My love of fashion extends beyond the clothes that hang in my closet. It influences the way I decorate my home, as well. I am drawn to neutral classics mixed with pops of color and pattern. Your living space should be a reflection of your personal style but, if it’s not, I have just the...
