On Stage: Legendary British rockers come to area
Ray Davies, Peter Frampton and the Zombies all with local shows
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Over the next few days, there will be three shows in the area featuring legendary British rockers whose careers began in the early-to-mid 1960s — rockers who are still making relevant music and are far from past their prime. Area fans will be treated to shows by former Kinks’ lead guitarist...
Why you can do better than sex on the first date
Waiting for physical intimacy could mean a better, lasting relationship
By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times
Hey, Ladies…let’s get something straight. I’m not here to talk about morality. I’m here to advise you about being smart in relationships. The latest research shows that 33% of women have sex on the first online dating encounter. What are these women thinking?!
If you have any desire...
Update: Fifth slaying suspect turns himself in
Tyler Adams
COATESVILLE — City Police said Tuesday afternoon that Tyler Adams turned himself into city police this afternoon.
Adams, 16, had been wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of Juan Antonio Jiminez on Oct. 4. Four others charged in the slaying have been taken into custody: Dajon Rowe, 17, Steven Adams, 17 (Tyler Adams’ brother); Demetrius Joseph, 21 and Chris Mansfield,...
Art Watch: Legendary N.C. Wyeth works featured in West Chester
Chester County Art Association will show 17 paintings never shown together before
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
This October rings with themes of American Patriotism, starting with the historic exhibition of 17 never before seen together N.C. Wyeth paintings on exhibit at Chester County Art Association at 100 Bradford Avenue in West Chester, October 10-18. These paintings illustrate pivotal...
FOP, Chamber announce commissioner endorsements
Two high profile groups announced this week their endorsement of the current incumbents on the Chester County Board of Commissioners.
Both the Chester County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #11 and Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry announced their endorsement of the reelection of Commissioners Terence Farrell, Kathi Cozzone and Michelle Kichline. Farrell and Kichline are Republicans...
Five charged in Coatesville slaying
First homicide in nearly three years in city during robbery gone wrong
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Dajon Rowe
COATESVILLE — Five men have been charged in the fatal shooting of another man during a robbery gone wrong early Sunday, Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan said, Monday. Four of the five charged are in custody, with the fifth being sought by authorities.
The killing was...
Art Partners celebrates Coatesville’s Centennial with Ida E. Jones exhibit
Select paintings showcased at Coatesville Savings Bank
Art Partners Studio is delighted to present a selection of paintings by artist Ida E. Jones at Coatesville Savings Bank. The exhibition opens on October 15 with a reception at the Bank, and closes December 10. Artwork will be on view in the lobby during banking hours and during Coatesville Centennial Heritage Day on Saturday, October 17 from...
W. Caln woman charged with injecting teen daughter with heroin
Faces various child endangerment, drug charges
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Jessica Lynn Riffey
A West Caln mother is accused of injecting her 14-year-old daughter and another teen with heroin.
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced charges Monday against Jessica Lynn Riffey, 34, for allegedly supplying heroin to her 14-year-old daughter and a 16-year-old boy and injecting the...
King’s Highway’s Color Run brings community together
5K Race in Layton Park helps raise funds for school projects
By Lauren Parker-Gill, Staff writer, The Times
The Kings Highway Elementary School 5K Color Run gets off to a colorful start as volunteers throw colored power at the start line.
WEST CALN – Despite an overcast and chilly Saturday morning at Layton Park, a crowd of parents, students, teachers and community members turned out for the...
On Stage Part II: Live music is back
With Pope Francis safely out of town, stages are full of shows today and this week
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The live music scene in the Philadelphia area went into limbo last weekend when Pope Francis and his horde of faithful followers took over the city.
It bounced back in a big way with a full schedule of live shows at venues all around the area on the weekend of October 3-5...
