McSwain brings shame on Chester County when he attacks kids
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
It’s still a little rare that you see a politician be such a hateful jerk — and rarer for that politician to be from Chester County.
But here we have West Chester’s Bill McSwain — a gubernatorial candidate — bringing shame to the other 550,000 residents of our county by trashing middle school kids in a Tweet that went viral, until he deleted...
Hennessey announces re-election bid
State Rep. Tim Hennessey
The county’s longest serving state legislator announced Friday he would seek another term in the state house.
State Rep. Tim Hennessey announced he intends to run for re-election to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Hennessey currently serves as the Chair of the House Transportation Committee, one of the busiest and impactful committees in Harrisburg. ...
What To Do: After 2 years, COVID cancellations seem to be over
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Longwood Gardens
Last year was the 70th anniversary of a popular science fiction movie called “The Day the Earth Stood Still.”
This weekend is the two-year anniversary of “The Weekend the Delaware Valley Stood Still.”
It was March 13, 2020 when the overwhelming surge in COVID-19 cases forced a standstill for almost all activities and attractions....
Commissioners call for clarity on election issues
With Pennsylvania’s primary election scheduled for May 17, Chester County’s Commissioners joined their peers Thursday their peers across the state in calling for clarity on crucial election issues that remain unresolved.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently selected new maps for the U.S. congressional districts, and the U.S. Supreme Court declined to overturn them, but no decision has been...
On Stage: Slambovian Circus of Dreams finally returns to local stage
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
It is said that good things come to those that wait.
Slambovian Circus of Dreams
Fans of the Slambovian Circus of Dreams have been waiting for a long time to hear the band perform a live show in the area – waiting since December 2019.
COVID-19 wiped out all shows in 2020 and in most of 2021. Then, there was a long-awaited Slambovian Circus...
Aguilera-Bodolla named Avondale Emergency Management Coordinator
Ulises Aguilera-Bodolla
AVONDALE — Avondale Borough Council announced the appointment of Ulises Aguilera-Bodolla by Gov. Tom Wolf as the Emergency Management Coordinator for Avondale Borough. Ulises served as Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator for several years before being appointed on March 2nd by Gov. Wolf.
As emergency management coordinator, Ulises will be responsible for developing...
Coatesville begins analysis of current, future parking needs
The Coatesville Redevelopment Authority and the City’s administration has embarked on an in-depth, city-wide analysis to formulate recommendations to address the City’s parking needs in light of current and projected development.
“This parking study has been in the works for five years. The final recommendations will provide a blueprint for parking management, permitting, code enforcement...
Video debut: Chester County Conversations
The Times is excited to announce our first episode of Chester County Conversations — a sit down with former Chester county Commissioner Kathi Cozzone focused on the growing crisis for local EMS companies.
We hope do more of these conversations in the coming months and are looking for local businesses to sponsor these episodes — live commercial reads, logos, and commercial inserts are available...
Chester County to divest all Russian investments
WEST CHESTER — Reflecting the overwhelming support for the people of Ukraine, Chester County officials today confirmed that all Russian investments held in the County’s pension fund are being pulled.
The money being withdrawn comes from the Vanguard EM index fund, part of Chester County government’s pension fund portfolio. The fund includes an approximately 3% Russian exposure, worth about...
What To Do: Live music, helicopters and great food
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Carla Auld
There are three special events happening in West Chester this weekend that are treats for the senses – sight (helicopters), sound (flutes) and taste (restaurants).
On March 5, West Chester University will host the 2022 Philadelphia Flute Day Fair (https://www.philaflutesociety.org/fairevents). The event will be held at Swope Music...
