On Stage: Pope Francis’ visit shakes up concert schedules
But shows still happening, including Ghost, Fidlar and more
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
With Pope Francis’ historic visit to Philadelphia, much of the local music and performance scene is seeking schedule changes.
Back in the mid-1980s during MTV’s heyday, “Frankie Goes to Hollywood” was a band that drew thousands of fans at every appearance. This weekend, “Frankie Goes...
Costello leads fight to prevent government shutdown
Freshmen pen letter to colleagues saying another shutdown would be a ‘mistake’
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
U.S. Rep. Ryan Costello (R-6).
A Chester County congressman is leading an effort along with 10 of his fellow freshman House members to prevent a government shutdown when the current fiscal year ends, Sept. 30. Some of his GOP colleagues are pushing for a shutdown as part...
Improving the higher education experience
The Borough of West Chester is humming once again as students have returned to campus for a new academic year. In a similar fashion, though without the boxes of textbooks and bags of clean laundry, Congress returned to Capitol Hill with a full agenda of critical policy items to address this fall.
In the coming months, the House will work to advance legislation to reauthorize...
On Your Table: Wake up to delicious
Individual breakfast frittatas with vegetables
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Individual breakfast frittatas offer a healthy, nutritious on the run meal for kids on the way to school
The best thing we can do for kids on a school day is to have something healthy and nutritious ready for them to eat on the run on their way to class. But it can be a challenge to get this important...
Yes, you can shop at trendy youth stores
Be wary of sizing and pick your spots, but you could save a bundle
Editor’s Note: Kelly is enjoying a well-earned week off. Please enjoy this best-of-Kelly column she personally selected as still as relevant as when originally published in 2012.
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Forever 21 is one of my favorite places to shop and I’m not ashamed to admit it.
(I know, I know. ...
Unionville holds off improved Avon Grove, 27-17
Indians’ ground game, special teams overcomes Red Devils strong throwing game
By Al Tustin, Staff Writer, The Times
Unionville’s Brandon Boon breaks out into the open on a 78-yard TD kickoff return against Avon Grove Friday night. Jim Gill photo.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Big plays at key moments by a team’s stars often make the difference in a game.
Without question, that was the case...
Coatesville’s ArcelorMittal ‘forges’ its way as steel industry leader
Local steel plant leverages proud history, manufacturing expertise and strong community support
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
COATESVILLE – For 205 years, the United States’ oldest, continuously operating steel mill has called Chester County home. Currently owned and operated by ArcelorMittal – USA, the plant has a fascinating history of providing essential components...
What To Do: Harvest Festival season a harbinger of fall
Also: West Chester Restaurant Festival and much, much more
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The leaves will be starting to change color soon and that means that the season of harvest festivals has arrived. One of the first will be the Chaddsford Winery Harvest Festival which will be held September 19 and 20 at the Chaddsford Winery (632 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, 610-388-6221, http://www.chaddsford.com).
The...
¡Vive tu vida! Sept. 26 in Anson Nixon Park
More than 2,000 people are expected to attend ¡Vive tu vida! in Kennett Square on Sept. 26.
KENNETT SQUARE — The fifth annual ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!® event with La Comunidad Hispana (LCH) and the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (NAHH) will return to Anson B. Nixon Park on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Drawing 2,000 people to the park for free health...
On Stage: Bobby Whitlock, a legend you may not know
Also: Colin Quinn brings his one-man show to Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Bobby Whitlock (with wife Coco Carmel) was a key member of seminal bands such as Derek and The Dominos, but many fans may not know his name. He and Carmel play this weekend in Sellersville.
Serious fans of rock music — especially classic rock — are well aware of Bobby Whitlock and his...
