BSA Pack 60 holds annual Pinewood Derby

Scouting tradition alive & well in KSQ Tiger Scouts check out Pack 60’s Pinewood Derby cars to make their selection for ‘Coolest Car.’ From a block of pine, four wheels and four nails as axles, Cub Scouts from Kennett Square’s Pack 60 were asked to design and build a race car for its annual Pinewood Derby.  A staple of the Cub Scout year, the Pinewood Derby is, “a wholesome...

Kennett Chocolate Lovers Festival ‘wows’ again

[slideshow_deploy id=’14942′] United Way’s popular fundraiser draws crowds from across region By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times Sarah & Evelyn, of Hockessin, enjoying an afternoon of chocolate covered fun KENNETT – Chocolate-loving Festival attendees came to Kennett High School (KHS) to sample chocolate; and sample they did.  This year’s festival boasted 240...

New 4-Way stops implemented on Hillendale Road

Motorists urged to use caution at intersections By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times KENNETT – Local motorists are urged to use caution and be extra aware when traveling on Hillendale Road as Kennett Township has implemented two new, 4-way stops, at the intersections of Bayard & Hillendale Roads and McFarlan & Hillendale Roads. The changes are in response to accidents, that average...

Measles: Chester County Health Department stands ready

No outbreaks yet; prevention, response & public education top priorities By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times WEST CHESTER – With the measles outbreak dominating national headlines; The Times has reached out to the Chester County Health Department to provide our readers a local, behind the scenes perspective on  efforts underway to help prevent, and respond to, a measles outbreak close...

Bancroft Elementary hosts DEA Youth Dance Program

Program seeks to provide alternative outlet to ‘at risk’ behaviors By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times Bancroft students enjoying the DEA Youth Dance Program kickoff assembly NEW GARDEN – Third, fourth and fifth grade Bancroft students were treated to a sampling of dance styles including samba, salsa, step, ballet and hip-hop as a part of a celebratory and very energized kick-off...

Good Stuff: From Oxford to Downingtown, people-powered news

The fun & popular Good Stuff Column is here delivering you a week-ending smile! Got ‘good stuff’ you’d like to share?  Email ki*@*********es.com (submissions are subject to editorial review.) Power of the Pen…Patton Middle School’s Julie Griswold takes home FIRST place (6th grade division) in the Daughters of the American Revolution – Chester County Chapter,...

Chocolate, chocolate and MORE chocolate!

Wait…Did someone just say CHOCOLATE??? Calling ALL cooks! Are you a professional chef or love to bake? Why not donate your best chocolate desserts and help support the Kennett Chocolate Lovers Festival?  The festival is happening February 8th, at Kennett High School, 100 E. South St., Kennett Square. Festival proceeds benefit the United Way of Southern Chester County (UWSCC.) Cakes, cupcakes,...

Wings for Success holds KSQ grand opening

‘Outfitting’ women with confidence & hope By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times KENNETT – The unassuming Wings for Success office, situated quietly at 457 Birch Street, has an amazing story to tell.  For disadvantaged women of Southern Chester County, it is a life-line; a place to regain confidence, find unwavering respect, and begin well guided steps toward professional success...

Beat the January chill and ‘warm-up’ with Good Stuff

SO much good stuff was submitted for the Dr. Martin Luther King holiday, The Times dedicated a special section to those volunteering in his honor…be sure to check it out! Got good stuff to share?  Email ki*@*********es.com Helping Women “Fly”….Wings for Success Grand Opening: Wednesday, January 21, 4- 7 PM 457 Birch Street Kennett Square. Wings for Success empowers women in need...

KMS seeks community votes for national contest

Community can vote daily: January 19 – 30th, 2015 LANDENBERG, PA – Kennett Middle School (KMS) has entered a $200,000 national education contest hoping for a chance at one of the 13 prizes that will be awarded to recognize the best in K-12 innovation. In addition to completing an online application for the fourth annual Follett Challenge, Kennett Middle School also submitted a short,...