Fiorentino named interim WCU president
Long time West Chester University faculty member Dr. Christopher M. Fiorentino has been named the school’s interim president.
The Board of Governors of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education on Thursday appointed Dr. Christopher M. Fiorentino, vice president for external operations at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, to serve as the university’s interim president effective...
NWS issues Blizzard Watch for portions of Chester County
Although computer modeling shows a wide variation of possibilities, the National Weather Service now sees the area in light green as the most likely storm track and has issue a Blizzard Watch — a combination of heavy snow and high winds is possible — from Friday night through Sunday for southeastern Chester County, with snow totals in the 12 to 18 inch range.
Although there were still some...
KCSD celebrates & thanks school board members
KENNETT SQUARE – Public education is more than just the opportunity to learn basic math, science, English and history; it’s a platform for students to reach their potential. It can inspire hope for a new generation of leaders and provide a foundation for a successful future. The Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) exists in part because individuals volunteer their time...
Man charged in murder of grandmother
Kevin Anthony Havelow Jr.
A Lower Oxford man faces multiple charges in the murder of his grandmother, as well as the attempted sexual assault of his mother, early Tuesday.
State Police said that Kevin Anthony Havelow Jr., 23, is charged in the stabbing death of 81-year-old Aleen Watters, early Tuesday.
The Avondale Barracks of the State Police reported that they responded to a call at approximately...
Art Watch: A fresh take on teaching art
Kids and adults learn at Willowdale Art Academy
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
If you have ever been to Landhope Farms in Kennett Square at Routes 926 and 82, you may have seen a sign for “Willowdale Art Academy” and wondered what that was. Oil painter Karen D’Allaird started Willowdale Art Academy 5 years ago to give young students art classes that teach the fundamentals...
Elderly woman slain by family member
An elderly woman was stabbed to death by a relative in the early morning hours in Lower Oxford, Tuesday, State Police said.
Police offered few details about the incident, beyond that the victim was 81 and the alleged assailant, a relative of the victim, is in custody. All other family members have been accounted for, State Police said.
State Police and the Chester County Detectives are investigating...
Odds of major snowstorm blanketing Chesco 50-50
If you’re one to watch local TV, you might be under the impression that the Chester County area is going to be blanketed by a massive snowstorm this weekend — but that my not be the case.
While some forecasts have called for as much a foot or more falling on the local area Friday night through Saturday, there is an equal chance of the storm amounting to little or even nothing. While local county...
State launches cheesemakers guild
A group of cheesemakers, retailers, scientists and supporters of Pennsylvania-made cheese have joined together to create a guild in support of the growing artisan industry in the state.
The proposed mission of the guild is to “promote the highest standards of cheesemaking and celebrate the diversity of the cheese community in Pennsylvania through partnerships, outreach and education,” according...
Powerball winners have tough choices
After $1M win at Landhope Farms, all of us can dream a bit
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
When I heard the news that a million dollar Powerball ticket was purchased at our very own Landhope Farms and digested the fact that it was not me (I did not have ONE correct number, let alone five), I experienced a flood of emotions.
Chester Co. fares well at Pa. Farm Show
Chester County farmers and producers received high marks from Pennsylvania Farm Show judges this week, resulting in an impressive array of ribbons in a wide variety of agricultural disciplines in the show’s landmark 100th year of operation.
Chester County Commissioners Terence Farrell and Michelle Kichline attended the Show and sought out Chester County representation in numerous categories....
