Living History: Where have all the diners gone?
Although a disappearing breed, these eateries still can be found in Chester County
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
The DK Diner in West Chester is a classic example of a disappearing breed: the railcar or prefab diner. Once plentiful in Chester County, now it requires a bit of a hunt to find these gems of Americana.
From Edward Hopper’s 1942 painting “Nighthawks” to Airstream-sleek...
KAU under ten year olds advance to final four in district
Kennett youngsters show heart in loser’s bracket win over Coatesville
By Dave Conard Sports Editor, KennettTimes.com
LIONVILLE–It takes a certain kind of mentality to be successful when a team finds themselves battling through the loser’s bracket in any double elimination tournament.
On Sunday, the KAU under-10 years old all stars showed their metal as they battled the heat and...
National horse show promotes local nonprofits
Chester County Food Bank and Abby Miller Foundation to benefit from Brandywine Valley Summer Series
Two area worthy causes will benefit from the Brandywine Valley Summer Series, which starts today in Devon.
Voted “Horse Show of the Year” by the Pennsylvania Horse Show Association, the event will donate proceeds to the Chester County Food
The Brandywine Valley Summer Series will benefit the...
Friendly felines the focus of ‘Catapalooza’
Chester County SPCA is looking to foster adoptions
Lenny and Larry are both hoping to find a forever home during this weekend’s’ “Catapalooza” at the Chester County SPCA.public this weekend.
It may be the dog days of summer, but the Chester County SPCA is bursting at the seams with cats – a surplus that could benefit the public this weekend.
In an effort to facilitate adoptions, the...
Five local Girl Scouts earn Gold Award
From left, Rachel Wortman, Meghan Pierson, Nicole Bernstein, Alexandra Abrams and Kelsey Walden were all honored with the Gold Award, the highest level in Girl Scouting.
Five local Girl Scouts were honored with the Gold Award, the highest honor, in a special ceremony in Philadelphia.
All five scouts came from troops within the Brandywine Valley Girl Scout Service Unit, which comprises troops based...
Brandywine Valley Wine Trail plans holiday ‘Big Bang’
The wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail are looking forward to celebrating the Fourth of July with their annual “Big Bang” BBQ Weekend on June 30 and July 1 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
Enjoy a rousing Fourth of July Weekend with great BBQ & Wine outings at the wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail. Seven family-owned and operated regional wineries of the Brandywine...
New Garden’s Rzucidlo earns Gold scouting award
Kate Rzucidlo, Gold Award winner.
NEW GARDEN — The Chesapeake Bay Girl Scout Council announced that Kathleen (Kate) Rzucidlo of Landenberg, PA has earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Each girl must dedicate a minimum of 80 hours to planning and implementing her project, which must benefit the community and have long-lasting impact. She received her award at the...
Anson Nixon concert series starts June 13
Summer concert series marks return of music Wednesdays in the park
Music fans enjoy a show during the 2011 concert series at Anson B. Nixon Park. A new slate of music acts is planned for various Wednesday evenings this summer.
KENNETT — There is a great peace and tranquility that comes from sitting back on a lawn chair or stretching out on an old family blanket under the stars and enjoying an...
Public invited to become part of history
Chester County Historical Society is seeking input through focus group
The Chester County Historical Society is seeking input from the public for an expansive exhibit.
Whether you are a long-time resident or a newcomer to Chester County, the Chester County Historical Society wants to position itself as the go-to place to learn about the county’s past and to envision its future.
Toward that end,...
Hats Off to a great day of polo, friends and fun!
It was a celebration of Hat o strophic proportions at the annual CCH Polo Cup on Sunday
By Dave Conard Sports Editor, KennettTimes.com
NEW GARDEN—Polo may be the “game of Kings”, but it is the ladies that steal the show every weekend with the stunning outfits and diverse array of head wear that is on display at the Brandywine Polo Club.
