Snow, ice, rains could make for messy roadways

Much of Chester County is expected to be hit with a fairly heavy snow storm Saturday afternoon, with total accumulations of between 4 and 7 inches, but it may be what follows that causes more headaches for local residents. The snow is expected to turn to a freezing mix, with the potential of coating surfaces with as much as a 1/10th of an inch of ice before finally turning to rain in the overnight...

Democrats back Malloy-Good, Cozzone and Scott

Democrats make endorsements for judicial races, commissioners, row offices By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times State Senator Andy Dinniman offers advice to candidates in the upcoming elections. “Just like you would talk to a neighbor, talk to the voter,” he said. WEST CHESTER – The Chester County Democratic Committee selected Julio Malloy-Good for a second run at Chester County...

Reward offered for info on Lincoln U. vandals

Racist epitaph painted on university entrance By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times A reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest of the individual or individuals responsible for spray-painting a racial epitaph on the entrance of the main campus of Lincoln University, the nation’s oldest predominantly African-American college. Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan and the...

Royer gets Common Pleas nod from GOP

DiGiorgio stresses unity, DA Hogan promises to ‘crush’ opponent By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Allison Bell Royer thanks members of the Chester County Republican Committee following her endorsement for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas Thursday night as committee solicitor Joel Frank and party Chair Val DiGiorgio look on. WESTTOWN — Although there were early concerns that a couple...

WHAT TO DO: The play’s the thing

Also: New WC brewery debuts, new exhibit at historical society By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times With outside temperatures hovering in single digits and wind chill factors dipping into the sub-zero range locally, there have been a lot of days that fall into the “good day to stay at home” category. But, for active people and parents with active kids, there is also a need to get out of...

It’s time for some ‘Good Stuff’ Chester County Style!

The popular ‘Good Stuff’ column is here! Be sure to help us keep the ‘Good Stuff’ coming; email your positive ‘stuff’ to kim@chescotimes.com today.  Submissions are due the 15th & 30th monthly and are subject to editorial review. Leading “Lion”… Lincoln University’s head football Coach, Ramon Flanigan ‘gives back’ by hosting a motivational...

Borough Council to handle fire chief selection responsibilities

Council sets procedures for appointing head of fire department By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times DOWNINGTOWN – Per an ordinance passed Wednesday night, borough council will now be in charge of selecting a chief for the Downingtown Fire Department. The ordinance also calls for borough council to appoint the assistant fire chief or deputy chief to take over should the fire chief not be...

On Stage: thrill to ‘The Illusionists’

Also: Midge Ure, Above & Beyond, The Mavericks and more  By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times  The Illusionists — Witness the Impossible will have a six day run at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. There are magicians everywhere and magic shows pop up on entertainment calendars on a regular basis. But, it’s safe to say that they all pale in comparison to “The Illusionists...

Are you energy rich or energy poor?

Keeping your internal battery charged so you can thrive By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times A friend of mine asks the question, “how bubbly is your inner champagne?”  That is to say, how full of vitality are you?  Have you ever pondered this question for yourself and thought, “there’s got to be more to life than this?”  No one wants to drink flat champagne, but how often do we...

Art Watch: Beat the cold with local art options

Relax and warm up with a Fine Art Stroll By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times With the wintry chill setting in, you need to stay warm and fuel up your senses. There are a lot of wonderful local art shows in our area where you can relax in a warm gallery environment and charge up your senses.  This is also a great time to sign up for art classes in any of our neighborhood venues: The Chester County...