Cosentino joins Chester County Futures
Chester County Futures’ New Director of Student Programs Giselle Cosentino.
EXTON — Giselle Cosentino has been named the new Director of Student Programs for Chester County Futures.
Cosentino brings nearly 20 years of experience both working and volunteering in non-profit organizations across the country and an extensive educational background to Chester County Futures (Futures).
Organization...
Tips for buying and keeping your Christmas tree fresh
Christmas trees on display at the Brandywine Ace, Pet & Farm in Pocopson. Following a few simple tips can lead to your tree lasting longer.
With Christmas now just weeks away, local shoppers will be thinking about where, when and how to buy their Christmas trees. The folks at Brandywine Ace Hardware & Pet — who already have a wide selection of trees available, have been offering advice...
Meals on Wheels partners with Concordville Subaru
‘Share The Love’ event will help feed local seniors
WEST CHESTER – Meals on Wheels of Chester County announced it has partnered with Concordville Subaru (Route 202 in Concordville, just south of U.S.-1 in Chadds Ford) this holiday season to fight senior hunger.
Meals on Wheels of Chester County will be at Concordville Subaru at various times during the campaign period to provide information...
Police arrest two for alleged drunken-driving
Kennett Square officers investigating two instances of criminal mischief
Kennett Square Police arrested Andrew Santaniello, 53, of Kennett Square for simple assault following an incident Oct. 29 at 8:30 p.m. in the 300 block of East Linden Street.
A Chadds Ford resident faces charges following a traffic stop in the 700 block of West State Street on Nov. 1; Kennett Square police said Michael...
New Garden police offer holiday anti-theft tips
Residents urged to let police know if they will be out of town
With the holiday season approaching, incidents of thefts and residential break-ins can take a sharp increase, said New Garden Township police. These incidents are often crimes of opportunity and can be reduced by following the tips below.
Always lock your vehicle, even in the garage. Place purchases and valuables out of sight, preferably...
La Comunidad announces expansion, fundraising plans
Officials from La Comunidad Hispana (LCH) announced Tuesday night an aggressive fundraising plan — seeking some $4 million over the next four years — to fund expansion of health and community services in southern Chester County.
“Today we celebrate a number of major accomplishments as we also honor LCH’s 40 years of service to the community,” said Alice Moorhead, Chair of the Board of...
Uncalled For Tour comes to Unionville, Nov. 10
Proceeds benefit Bayard Taylor Library
EAST MARLBOROUGH — In 2009 three, award-winning, nationally touring performers, decided to come together and create, The Uncalled for Trio. Their first year of touring resulted in sold-out concerts around the country.
The trio will be displaying their unique wit, Saturday night at 7 p.m. at Unionville Elementary School as part of a special fund-raising event...
Upland to present ‘Bye-Bye Birdie’ Nov. 8 & 9
Cast members rehearse a scene from ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ which will be presented by the Upland Country Day School, Nov. 8 & 9.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Get out your poodle skirts, dust off your saddle shoes, slick back your hair and join Upland Country Day School as the eighth and ninth graders present the Tony Award-winning musical, Bye Bye Birdie, with two rock’n’roll community...
Dogged by barking of political candidates?
Chester County SPCA slashes fees to urge friendlier alternative
“Baby” is one of more than 40 dogs available from the Chester County SPCA during the Patriotic Pooches Election Day event.
Has campaign sniping become a pet peeve? Perhaps a non-partisan pooch would provide a welcome respite from the divisive barking of the political candidates.
From now through Tuesday, the Chester County...
Kennett Flash continues Independent Film Series
‘Ruby Sparks’ scheduled Sunday at Back Alley Theater
The Back Alley Theater in the Kennett Flash continues its Independent Film Series Sunday with “Ruby Sparks,” a 2012 romantic comedy-drama.
Tickets are $5 at the door, which open at 3 p.m.; the the movie starts at 3:30 p.m. Light refreshments are available for purchase.
Directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris and...
