Kennett boxer fights at MSG tonight
A win could mean a shot at the cruiserweight title
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Kennett’s Anthony Caputo Smith (second from left) fights Ola “Kryptonite” Afolabi in a 10-round cruiserweight bout tonight at Madison Square Garden in New York.
There are many great venues for boxing matches but none as great as Madison Square Garden.
The Garden, which is located a few blocks...
Alban winner of 2014 Legacy Award
Miguel Alban
WEST CHESTER — When Miguel Alban arrived in the U.S. in 2005, he couldn’t speak English, but in just a few short years, he’s become a pillar of the community in southern Chester County area, helping local hispanics, serving on various local boards. As such, Alban was named this week as the winner of Chester County Community Foundation’s 2014 Legacy Award.
Each...
Brandywiners show support for National Guard
The cast and crew of Annie — now performing at Longwood Gardens — as put on The Brandywiners, signed a statement of support for National Guard and reserves during a recent rehearsal.
At a recent rehearsal for their upcoming production of the musical “Annie”, the cast and crew of THE BRANDYWINERS took an ‘intermission’ and signed a Statement of Support on behalf of the National Guard...
What To Do: Annie, fairs, ice cream and more
Get the beat this weekend, ranging from drum corps to Marley
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Brandywiners, Ltd. will be performing the classic American musical “Annie” at Longwood Gardens, July 25, 26, 31 and Aug. 1.
There’s no need to wait for “Tomorrow.” You can hear the song “Tomorrow” and watch the show “Annie” right now. All you have to do is head to Longwood...
County Democrats hit Corbett on economic record
Republicans say Democrats not being honest about governor’s record
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Key Chester County Democrats gathered for a press conference on the steps of the old Chester County Courthouse to decry Gov. Tom Corbett’s poor economic record and express support for Democrat Tom Wolf, who is running against Corbett. From left, state Sen. Andy Dinniman, County Commissioner...
For a Kennett mom, medical marijuana issue Is personal
She says she believes her epileptic & autistic son will benefit
By Kim Chiomento, Correspondent, The Times
KENNETT – For Sara Boninfante and her family, supporting the approval of medical marijuana has become a top priority. Her journey to find answers and relief for her severely autistic and epileptic son, Blake, has led her to advocate for and help to educate the public; on this...
On Stage: ‘Always…Patsy Cline’ at Candlelight
Run River North, Dar Williams headlining this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Erica Scanlan Harr stars as Patsy Cline in “Always Patsy Cline” running weekend performances at the Candlelight Theater in Arden, Del., now through Aug. 24.
Fans of Patsy Cline know how great she was. For those of you not in this category, you might want to consider a short drive across the...
Op/Ed: An irresponsible budget
By Kathi Cozzone, Chester County Commissioner
Chester County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone
I worked in the private sector at large and small companies, in various financial management roles, for about two decades before becoming a Chester County Commissioner. During the Corbett administration, I have watched from afar as legislators and the Governor concocted one bad budget after another. Previous...
County libraries develop three-year strategic plan
EXTON — The county’s library system is charting a course for the future and has developed a new three-year plan to help the libraries better serve county patrons over the next three years.
Last week, the Chester County Library System (CCLS) Board of Trustees approved the new CCLS Strategic Plan— Strength in Numbers: Planning For Our Future 2014 – 2017.
On Your Table: It’s grilling & chilling time
The Meat Shop, in Chadds Ford, talks great steak options
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
For outdoor grilling nothing beats a charcoal fire
The aroma that most evokes summer for me is a whiff of meat sizzling on a smoking hot charcoal grill. And the good news is that at this time in July we are already in the heart of grilling season, so I am enjoying steaks, burgers, chicken,...
