Libertarians gather to clean up Bournelyf Special Camp

Last weekend was the final volunteer cleanup effort at Bournelyf Special Camp in West Chester, Pa. Members of the Libertarian Party of Chester County arrived to straighten up the grounds of the camp before Winter sets in. The Chester County Libertarians support volunteer initiatives to help organizations in our community, and Bournelyf is a favorite of ours. “Bournelyf is a unique operation,”...

What To Do: Despite many cancellations, Santa still coming to West Chester

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times  These crazy times just keep getting crazier – and scarier. COVID-19 infections and deaths are spiking in Pennsylvania and nearby New Jersey and Delaware. As a result, the states’ governors have been ramping up the restrictions and calling for shutdowns throughout the area. Philadelphia has been hit with the toughest restrictions but Pennsylvania in...

LCH Coat Drive still reaches more than 400 Kids

LCH staff and volunteers prepare bags of coats for families participating in the annual distribution in LCH’s West Grove location. From left to right: Volunteer and LCH Member Alejandra Perez, LCH Caseworker Clark Davis, Volunteer and LCH Member Xóchil Soto, LCH Outreach and Education Coordinator Norma Diego-Flores, LCH Community Engagement Manager Amanda Blevins. WEST GROVE — Despite the...

Bob O’Leary honored as Champion of Chester County Parks and the Chester Valley Trail

Tim Lander, President of Friends of the Chester Valley Trail (left), Ed Auble, Chair of the Chester County Parks and Recreation Board (seated) and Owen Prusack, Chester County Parks and Preservation Manager, at the newly installed bench and newly planted redbud tree, placed along the Chester Valley Trail in memory of Bob O’Leary, longtime champion of Chester County Parks and Trails and founding...

New Lionville rain garden will help with water quality

Plants in a new 9,000-square-foot rain garden along the Route 100 corridor in Lionville look small now, but they will grow into a lush, beautiful area that will lead to clean water in the Pink Creek Watershed. Partners in Uwchlan Township are optimistic about the impact that rain gardens could have on the Pine Creek Watershed. This fall, the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE) took the lead...

Longwood FC again helping Santa to tour so. Chesco areas

Gianna Winters helps Santa get ready for his tour in a previous year. File photo. EAST MARLBOROUGH — Santa has scheduled his yearly arrival trips on a Longwood Fire Company truck. “It’s that time of you year again for Longwood Fire Company to escort our buddy, Santa, throughout our area,” said Longwood Fire Chief A. J. McCarthy. Because of COVID concerns, no candy canes will be distributed. All...

What To Do: Many new holiday attractions to enjoy from your car

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times If you’re looking for holiday-themed activities where you can remain socially distanced safe and stay warm without having to be indoors, drive-through lights events provide a good option. The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (www.dvcccpa.org ) invites you to bundle up the kids and enjoy a night out while in the warmth of your car…no social...

Longwood FC continues to adapt to COVID-19 needs

EAST MARLBOROUGH  — To continue to provide vital services to the community, Longwood Fire Company has adapted to adverse conditions caused by the Coronavirus.  “Our volunteers and career members are navigating this serious crisis,” said Chief A. J. McCarthy. “No doubt about it, COVID has had a negative financial impact on Longwood. Despite the obstacles, all of the members of Longwood...

WCU presents 99th annual holiday program, Dec. 5

The 2019 West Chester University Holiday Concert WEST CHESTER ­­— The West Chester University Wells School of Music will continue an annual tradition, virtually. The 99th Annual Holiday Program will be available to members of the community and audiences worldwide on Saturday, December 5, at 3 p.m. This year’s event, which has been filmed in advance, edited and will use Livestream for viewing,...

What To Do: Holiday season roars in with new, family-safe events

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Thanksgiving has passed and Black Friday has arrived. That means the Christmas season has reached the top of the holiday rollercoaster and is now slamming downhill – full force at faster miles an hour. Even though COVID-19 restrictions have eliminated a lot – a whole lot – of traditional area holiday activities, there are still holiday events everywhere...