Chesco announces two more COVID vaccination sites: Exton Mall, Longwood Gardens
WEST CHESTER — Chester County residents can now get their COVID-19 vaccine in two, new unique ways: via a drive-thru clinic or — at the mall, as the county makes a push to get more people inoculated.
There seems to be a clear indication that the vaccine is having a local impact: 60% of county residents have had at least one shot to date and new infections and hospitalizations are beginning...
Community COVID Vaccination event in Coatesville, May 6
COATESVILLE — There will be a community COVID vaccination event on Thursday, May 6 at the Jubilee Evangelistic Ministries, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are required and can be obtained by calling (610) 380-9601. The event is open to all over age 16.
The May 6 event — at 920 E. Lincoln Highway — is targeted for those unable to travel to one of the county vaccination sites or those unable...
What To Do: With warmer weather, time to get outside
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
For some, a pleasant spring weekend means it is time to kick back with friends and enjoy sipping on favorite wines. For others, it’s a time to get outdoors and enjoy nature’s colorful display of wildflowers, emerging plants and spring blossoms.
This weekend, there are events around the area to satisfy either party and even one that reaches...
On Stage: Candlelight opens new season with ‘Clever Little Lies’
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Attending live performances of plays is nowhere near in the immediate future – in Pennsylvania.
It is somewhat different in Delaware.
Theater fans in the First State have reason to rejoice because a new season is starting at the Candlelight Theatre (2208 Millers Road, Arden, Delaware, www.candlelighttheatredelaware.org) this weekend.
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Chesco DA files civil suit against operators of Mariner East pipelines
WEST CHESTER — After years of complaints, issues, spills, noise and a construction project that has run years beyond its planned schedule, county officials are going to court with a suit that would establish some level of county oversight for the project.
The Chester County District Attorney’s Office (DAO) filed a civil complaint on behalf of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania against Energy...
Letter: Legislature needs to back Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
To The Editor,
Last December, I publicly testified in support of Pennsylvania joining the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). In my testimony, I talked about being a young person trying to do everything in their power to fight against climate change and my concerns for my future if we don’t. I also shared my frustration at seeing the biggest polluters across PA not being held accountable...
Man charged in stabbing murder of ex-girlfriend in Schuylkill
Danelo Cavalcante
A Royersford man is facing first degree murder charges in the stabbing death of his ex-girlfriend in Schuylkill, Sunday, the Chester County District Attorney’s Office and Schuylkill Township Police Department announced Monday.
Danelo Cavalcante, 31, has been charged in the fatal stabbing of 33-year-old Deborah Brandao, Sunday, as officials said, the woman’s 7-year-old...
The loss of journalism hurts us all, but this one was personal
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
I was going to write a column for this week about how bad the state legislature is and how lousy the May referendum question is on the governor’s emergency powers, but to be honest, those are topics I could write about any time.
I’m a bit in a rush to get this done this week because I have to be out of town this weekend: a college friend and fellow...
What To Do: Cherry blossoms bloom into our region
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Morris Arboretum
This is the time of year to get out and appreciate one of nature’s most brilliant displays – cherry blossoms in bloom.
A great place to observe cherry blossoms and see a lot of other spring flowers in bloom is the Morris Arboretum (100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, 215-247-5777, www.morrisarboretum.org).
One of...
Chesco gets grant to study lack of Internet access in southern portion of county
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WEST CHESTER — The PA Department of Labor and Industry has awarded a $200,000 grant to conduct a Southern Chester County Internet Access Study, following concerns raised by community and business representatives of the region, and a successful application by the Chester County Department of Community Development.
The application for funding followed...
