What To Do: Winter fun around the region
From Winterfest to to local winter festivals lots of fun to keep you warm
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Winter has arrived and brought with it many things to dislike — frigid weather that chills you to the bone, a lack of sunlight and unpredictable snowstorms that cause hazardous road conditions.
Still, there are also many things to like about winter such as ice skating on frozen...
KCSD greets 2016 with $82 million proposed budget
New $10k scholarship announced, Kennett Legends nominations process proposed, impact of new housing within district discussed
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KCSD board member, Michael Finnegan, provides a detailed presentation on the proposed 2016/2017 school budget.
KENNETT – The well-attended Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) January board meeting covered a wide variety...
On Stage: Timely tribute to Bowie hits Phoenixville
Also: ‘Once’ returns for new run at Academy of Music
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Holy Holy, including long-time David Bowie producer Tony Visconti, performs Jan. 15, at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville.
Holy Holy, an all-star line-up featuring Tony Visconti and Woody Woodmansey, was already touring North America performing David Bowie’s album “The Man Who Sold...
YMCA hires Burns as development officer
Mary Burns
WEST CHESTER — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine, a leading Chester County nonprofit charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of the community, announced the appointment of Mary Burns to the position of chief development officer.
LCH receives grant for healthcare response to domestic violence
Grows partnership with DVCCC, named one of six community health centers selected to receive funding, training, and support to address intimate partner violence.
KENNETT SQUARE, PA (January 13, 2016)— National nonprofit Futures Without Violence named La Comunidad Hispana (LCH) as one of six Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) supported community health centers that will receive...
Art Watch: Pulling back the curtain
The art of architecture is revealed in local show
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
“Architectural Sketches: Building an Idea” opens this Friday, January 15 at The Oxford Art Alliance with an opening reception from 5-8pm. This exciting exhibition showcases the early stage architectural renderings of renown local architects Ed Rahme, Wayne Simpson and Todd Tully Danner.
Visit this...
A list to help have a healthier mouth in 2016
Instead of resolutions, a checklist for better dental health
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
I hate resolutions. Instead of a few well-intentioned destined to fail resolutions, I prefer to make a list. A simple list of some of the many things I would like to accomplish (or make progress toward) during the year.
By now, most resolutions have already become a memory of...
Restricted travel on Route 52: Jan 19 – 26th
Gas main installation scheduled
KENNETT TOWNSHIP – Travel restrictions are scheduled on eastbound Route 52 (Kennett Pike) between Hillendale Road and Byron Road in Kennett Township beginning Tuesday, January 19, for utility construction by PECO Energy, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said today. Utility crews will work weekdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM through...
UHS’ marching band named grand champs: Taxslayers Gator Bowl
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
Happy members of Unionville High’s marching band take a moment to enjoy being named Grand Champions.
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Chester County’s own Unionville High School marching band took home the title of 1st place and was named overall Grand Champion – Class A at the January 2nd ‘Taxslayers’ Gator Bowl. The band took home an impressive...
Historic Kennett Square’s annual update 2016 announced
KENNETT SQUARE – The community is invited to attend Historic Kennett Square’s annual update scheduled for January 28, 6 PM, at Genesis Health Care Building (Garden Level), 101 East State Street, Kennett Square.
The evening will feature guest speaker, Todd J. Poole, Managing Principal, 4Ward Planning Inc. and Kennett Economic Consultant. Light refreshments will be served.
To learn more...
