Gallo named new Director of Human Resources for county

Michelle Gallo is Chester County’s new Director of Human Resources. Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline have named Michelle Gallo, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, the new Director of Human Resources for the County of Chester. Gallo comes to the County from Lancaster County Government where she served as the HR Director since March 2021.  She previously spent nearly...

Roe announces run for County Commissioner

Eric Roe announces his campaign for County Commissioner, Saturday in West Chester. On the steps of the historic Chester County Courthouse, former State Representative Eric Roe formally announced his campaign for County Commissioner to a crowd of supporters on Saturday. “Chester County needs leaders who will be champions for open space preservation, civility, and integrity,” said Roe, 35, of West...

DA Ryan announces run for Court of Common Pleas

Deb Ryan After dedicating her entire career to public service, Chester County District Attorney, Deb Ryan, announces her candidacy for judge in the Chester County Court of Common Pleas. “Serving as the Chester County District Attorney has been one of the greatest honors of my career,” Ryan said. “Since taking office, I have been dedicated to the mission of keeping our communities safe...

On Stage Extra: ‘The Butterfingers Angel’ at Uptown!

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center (226 North High Street, West Chester, www.uptownwestchester.org) is bringing live theater to its stage with a rarely seen production of “The Butterfingers Angel.” The official opening night for the comedic show is December 3. The show will run through December 23. Created by William Gibson (The Miracle Worker), one...

Coatesville Christmas Parade cancelled due to poor weather

Due to forecasts of inclement weather, the Coatesville Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday — has been cancelled. According to the National Weather Service, the forecast called for high winds and steady rain throughout the day. Due to notice requirements of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) (Lincoln Highway is a state highway), the parade cannot be rescheduled for this year,...

What To Do: Christmas parades spark holiday events

By Denny Dyroff,  Entertainment Editor, The Times  Coatesville Christmas Parade The Christmas holiday season has many annual traditions – holiday lights and decorations, mistletoe, manger scenes, caroling, elaborate Christmas tree, visits by Santa Claus, gift exchanges, holiday train excursions…and Christmas parades. Two of the best parades in the area are scheduled for this weekend – the Coatesville...

On Stage: ‘Hairspray’ returns to Delaware Valley

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Hairspray Prior to May 2022, it had been more than a decade since “Hairspray” went on a National Tour and played a run in the area. The show, which is filled with fun numbers and poignant messages, is a delight that shouldn’t be missed. The National Tour touched down at the Miller Theater (formerly the Merriam Theater) in Philly in May. Now, it’s...

W. Chester Christmas Parade returns this Friday

The Betsy Daily Dance Troupe in an earlier West Chester Christmas Parade. Photo Credit: Revelations Video. After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the region’s most famous hometown Christmas parade returns this Friday at 7 p.m. to downtown West Chester. Ranked by USA Today as one of the best places “to experience the arrival of Santa,” this year’s West Chester Christmas Parade will feature...

What To Do: Holiday events take center stage

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Thanksgiving has passed and Halloween 2022 is ancient history. That that means the Christmas season is in full swing – the all-encompassing holiday season with Christmas carols providing the audio background and an endless barrage of Christmas sales and ads in full assault mode. Fortunately, there are many non-commercial holiday activities celebrating...

On Stage: ‘Tina’ tops wide rage of theater options in the area

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Tina – the Tina Turner Musical The calendar for late November and December each year always features a plethora Christmas and holiday events. Fortunately, for those who seek a brief respite from the full onslaught of holiday activities, special sales and the endless ringing of Salvation Army bells, there are several top-flight theater productions scheduled...