Marty Malloy sees a broken Harrisburg

Democrat would use his experience to bring people together By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Marty Malloy Marty Malloy says he sees a Harrisburg that doesn’t work and needs a new, more inclusive approach and that as a state Senator, he’d be able to bring his experiences in the non-profit world of bringing disparate communities together to find common ground, and help to get things moving again...

On Stage Extra: Pagliacci performed by Delphi Opera

Classical options for a sweet Sunday By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times If you’re looking for a concert to attend this Sunday and want to shift into classical mode, you’re in luck because two concerts in the area can fill the bill. On April 24, Delphi Opera will present Ruggiero Leoncavallo’s signature verismo masterpiece “Pagliacci” at Padua Academy’s Roberto Hall (905 North...

Democrats claim Roe ineligible to run; GOP blasts effort as deceptive

Candidates’ Linked In profile cited as source for questioning residency By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Eric Roe The House Democratic Campaign Committee (HDCC) alleged Thursday that Eric Roe, a Republican endorsed write-in candidate for the 158th State House seat, is not eligible to run — saying he hasn’t met the residency requirements, while local GOP officials blasted Democrats for...

What To Do: The 43rd Yellow Springs Art Show

Also: West Chester Film Festival runs this weekend By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The popular yellow Spring Art Show features more than 185 artists this year. The Yellow Springs Art Show got its start back in 1973 as a free event featuring a variety of artists displaying their work on clotheslines. It has changed immeasurably since then and has become one of the largest and most prestigious...

Smith honored by CCCBI

J. Larry Boling Award Recipient Rick Smith (center), East Goshen Township with County Commssioners Terence Farrell, Michelle Kichline, Kathi Cozzone, and CCCBI President & CEO, Guy Ciarrocchi. WESTTOWN — Tuesday afternoon, April 19, brought together more than 200 of Chester County’s top business leaders at Penn Oaks Golf Club for CCCBI’s Annual State of the County Luncheon. Matt O’Donnell,...

On Stage: Lloyd Cole still breaking categories

Also: Nalani & Sarina get back to their roots By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Lloyd Cole Lloyd Cole has built a legion of fans over the last few decades and has remained hard to pin down musically. Cole, who will be performing April 22 at the Tin Angel (20 South Second Street, Philadelphia, 215-928-0770, http://www.tinangel.com), has definitely had a varied music career.

Scouts install Little Free Library at Goddard Park

The new Little Free Library(r) at Goddard Park. Last Sunday afternoon the 64th Brandywine Scouts of the Baden-Powell Service Association (BPSA) installed a Little Free Library at Goddard Park in London Grove Township. During the winter months, the Otter scouts built the sturdy, 2-shelf library box out of donated lumber. On Sunday, with the help of leaders, parents, and siblings, the scouts installed...

DeSimone scholarship to be awarded May 5

JENNERSVILLE — The Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services Inc. – MEDIC 94 will be presenting the second annual Dr. Gregory DeSimone Memorial Scholarship at the Jennersville Regional Hospital on Thursday May 5. The noontime ceremony will include the scholarship presentation along with a short program and lunch.

Natural Lands Trust add key parcel to French Creek Park

On March 25th, 2016, Natural Lands Trust purchased a small but significant parcel of land that will be transferred to French Creek State Park. The 2.3 acres of woodlands are a critical link needed to connect the soon-to-be-completed two-mile section of the Big Woods Trail running through French Creek State Park to the Thun Trail (pronounced “tune”) section of the Schuylkill River Trail.

Op/Ed: Help cure cancer; we all have a role to play

The fight against cancer is one everybody should join By Kris Toomey The author, left, her daughter Bridget center and Kris’s mother, Beverly Duncan. HELP CURE CANCER. I used to think that was a job description far above my abilities. Now, I believe that is a job description anyone can fill. When a family member, or someone you care about, receives a cancer diagnosis, a common response is...