On Stage: Gabbard poised to rise to stardom
Also: Live frontman goes it alone, and plays acoustic
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Wilmington’s Maggie Gabbard seems destined for the big time and takes her first major step with a CD release party on August 14 at the World Café Live at the Queen in Wilmington.
Maggie Gabbard is a promising new singer who appears poised to rise to national prominence over the next few years.
The...
Lies, damn lies and PECO
On Pocopson roundabout delays, power company needs to put its money where it mouth is
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
It was a lovely later summer morning at the intersection of Rt. 52, Lenape-Unionville and Wawaset roads, Wednesday morning.
A soft breeze was blowing as the sun pushed the clouds away. You could hear the Pocopson Creek running, birds singing — it was like something from a travelogue.
Except,...
You’re never too old to play
All work doesn’t just make Jack dull, but maybe unhealthy, too
By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times
When was the last time you completely lost track of time doing something you love? You may not have thought of it this way, but it’s very likely that you were engaged in what scientists call “free play.” If you’re like many people, life may be filled with work demands, family...
Dental Care for Infants. Yes, infants.
Dental experts are rethinking how early dental care should start
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Recent directives from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry have recommended that children be seen for the first dental visit by age 1.
Tooth decay is preventable and educating parents and caregivers on how to care for baby’s first...
Art Watch: Heather Davis
Davis brings new light to the Chester County Art Scene..plus what going on around the county
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Oil painter Heather Davis will be showing her light-filled, beautiful Brandywine Valley landscapes at Galer Estate Winery Pop up show Thursday August 14th from 4-8pm. Just a little over a year ago, Heather decided to throw in the towel to her life-long successful career...
La Comunidad gets $250K grant to expand health services
KENNETT SQUARE — La Comunidad Hispana has received a $250,000 award from the federal Health and Human Services department to expand behavioral health services.
“This award will allow us to serve more members of our community and expand the much needed services,” said Margarita Queralt Mirkil, president and chief executive officer of LCH. “About 700 applicants applied for funding and we...
County officials unveil new Computer Forensics Lab
The Chester County Commissioners and staff of the District Attorney’s office gathered recently to celebrate the opening of the county’s new Computer Forensics Lab. Pictured from left to right: (top) Commissioner Terence Farrell, Commissioner Kathi Cozzone, Commissioner Ryan Costello, District Attorney Tom Hogan; (bottom) Detective Joe Walton and Detective Roy Calarese.
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Davidson named new county Director of Veterans Affairs
Lawrence Davidson
WEST CHESTER — Phoenixville resident Lawrence Davidson has been named the new Chester County Director of Veterans Affairs, according to the Chester County Commissioners.
“Chester County veterans will have an excellent advocate in Lawrence Davidson,” said Chester County Commissioners’ Chair Ryan Costello. “The commissioners are looking forward to working with him and...
Chester County honored for new Web site
: Jeff Harte, President of the Board of Directors for the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (third from left) presents the Excellence in Website Design Award to Chester County. Also pictured are, from left to right: Chester County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone; Becky Brain, Communications Coordinator; Sue Morris, E-Communications Specialist; Mark Rupsis, Chief Operating Officer; and...
OP/Ed.: Wrong for state and Rafferty to back drilling on parkland
By Kathi Cozzone, Chester County Commissioner
Kathi Cozzone
On Tuesday afternoon, we saw over twenty committed citizens standing outside my opponent’s office protesting the Senator’s vote to lease state-owned parkland to drilling companies. In addition to being harmful to our forests and parks, this vote was part of a larger problem happening in Harrisburg right now.
The vote to lease state...
