ArcelorMittal announces new grant program for schools

Company commits funding for new and existing PLTY programs in its footprint INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (Oct. 20, 2015) – Schools across the United States may have an opportunity to expand their science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education programs through a grant from ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company. ArcelorMittal has committed $300,000 to Project Lead The...

On Your Table: Mushroom Lasagna for Italian Heritage Month

Combine the best of local cuisine with a long-time favorite for a delightful meal By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times For Italian heritage month, a dish that combines the best of local traditions and Italian cooking is a loaf-pan based mushroom lasagna. Italian Heritage month, which is celebrated in conjunction with Columbus Day in October of each year, celebrates the many achievements...

Barn at Spring Brook Farm – celebrating nine years of serving area children

Saturday’s Hoe Down fundraiser to help continue to fund programs By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times POCOPSON – For many families in our region, the Barn at Spring Brook Farm is a unique place where a type of ‘magic’ happens all year long.  Thanks to its nearly 250 volunteers, energized board of directors and caring staff, the Barn now assists an impressive 300 special needs...

KCSD: Bond refinancing tops busy agenda

Also: grading policy discussed and new personnel introduced By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Meeting attendees enjoy Greenwood Elementary’s newly renovated multipurpose room.Greenwood Elementary hosted the meeting in its newly renovated multipurpose room featuring energy efficient and brighter lighting, stage upgrades, freshly painted spirited walls, and a new HVAC system. Board President...

That 70s look: sign me up

At least when it comes to fashion jeans, the 1970s are coming back By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times The seventies called and they want you to wear their jeans again. I’m serious! And, if you aren’t old enough to appreciate this trend coming back around, well….good for you. Denim, high­waisted flares are ALL THE RAGE. Pick up any fashion magazine while you are waiting in line...

Chester County residents to be first charged under new dog fighting law

A Chester County SPCA Humane Police Officer holds three of the puppies rescued in Parkesburg, Thursday night. WEST CHESTER  – Two Parkesburg Borough residents will be the first to be charged under a new state law that specifically makes it illegal to possess animal fighting paraphernalia. Thursday night at 10:45 pm, Chester County SPCA Humane Police Officers, assisted by local police and State...

What To Do: Hagley Craft Fair, scary sites and more

Busy Fall schedule of local fun and interesting events By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The Hagley Craft Fair is back for its 37th Year this weekend. One of the oldest and best annual craft events in the Brandywine Valley is the Hagley Craft Fair. Celebrating its 37th anniversary this year, the event will be held October 17 and 18 at Hagley Museum and Library (Buck Road East entrance via...

DCCC faculty member named PA Depart. of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services Educator of the Year

  Robert “Bubba” Hamilton teaching in DCCC’s Simulation Laboratory – Marple Campus. Robert “Bubba” Hamilton, Delaware County Community College’s Paramedic Education coordinator, was recently chosen as the Pennsylvania Department of Health – Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 2015 Educator of the Year. Hamilton, 43, of Brookhaven, is the first Delaware...

AG High club hosts tailgate to help autistic students

  Attending a high school football game is a right of passage for most American high school students. But, for students with learning disabilities like Autism, the social challenges of navigating that kind of chaotic, loud environment can be daunting.   This Friday, October 16th, Avon Grove High’s REACT club will host a tailgate party at its home game against West Chester Henderson...

Updated: Police find missing teen

Walter Morales-Lopez NEW GARDEN — Township police say they’ve found a teen missing and presumed to have run off with an older man, who is now in custody and faces charges in the incident. Police said that they found Wanda Michell Henriquez-Molina, 15, Thursday morning. She was reported missing by her mother on Oct. 7. At the time of her disappearance, she was believed to have run off...