More than two dozen artists set for show

‘Evening of the Arts’ will benefit Historic Kennett Square Historic Kennett Square is pleased to announce “Evening of the Arts,” an art show and sale on Friday, April 4, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Located in the Genesis Healthcare Building  at 101 East State Street, this exhibition and sale featuring local and regional artists was created to increase public awareness of the arts and provide...

A few birthday wishes and a time to take stock

Maybe another year wiser, but no shortage of milestones By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Tomorrow I will be one year older and wiser.  Well, hopefully. I stumbled across this blog post from “A Pretty Penny” (http://bit.ly/OLTMTd) about “taking stock” of things.  I thought it was a clever and appropriate way to take a step back and really check in on life.  Remember filling...

Dinniman says he will back Wolf

St. Sen. says Chester County needs a friend in Gov.’s office By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times State Sen. Andy Dinniman announced Saturday that he will support Tom Wolf in the Democratic primary for governor. EAST BRADFORD — While there are four Democratic candidates for governor, Chester County’s top elected Democrat made his choice plain Saturday, with state Sen. Andy Dinniman announcing...

Democrats step up in legislative races

GOP faces opposition in all but two races in Nov. elections By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Petition season is over, and unless there are some write-in candidates, we know who will appear on the May primary ballots. And, although I took the Democrats to task for seeming to have a shortage of candidates, they’ve managed to challenge all but two legislative races in Chester County. Yes, there...

Traffic stop reportedly leads to arrest of 2 teens

New Garden Police say 19-year-olds admit to smoking marijuana recently Colton Chew On Saturday, March 22, at 12:17 a.m., a New Garden Township police officer eastbound on West Cypress Street observed a Honda Passport driving erratically, police said.  After conducting a traffic stop, the officer made contact with the driver, Colton Chew, 19, of Kennett Square, and front-seat passenger. John James...

13-year-old male cited for curfew violation

Kennett Square Police say he was on street at 4:05 a.m. Kennett Square Police said they cited a 13-year-old male for a curfew violation on Sunday, March 9, at  4:05 a.m. in the 100 block of North Broad Street.  The juvenile, who was not identified because of his age, was released at his residence, police said. A red and black Huffy bicycle was found on Sunday, March 9, at 10:50 a.m. in the 200...

Chester County observing Fair Housing Month

Department of Community Development to host educational workshops In recognition of Fair Housing Month, the Chester County Department of Community Development is extending an invitation to attend the first of a series of Fair Housing Educational Workshops beginning on Tuesday, April 1. The presentation at the Chester County Public Safety Training Campus from 9 to 11 a.m. will include information...

Kennett Square retailers ready to celebrate spring

Saturday will feature one-day sidewalk sale Kennett Square retailers are ready to celebrate spring, and they are hoping the public will agree as they showcase their offerings on Saturday, March 29. The shops and boutiques are kicking up their heels and moving their deals to the curb for this one-day sidewalk sale.  From art to jewelry to clothing, consumers will find a wide variety of merchandise...

Area resident tapped by conservation agency

Jeb Hannum will serve on board of Natural Lands Trust John B. “Jeb” Hannum III Natural Lands Trust (NLT), one of the region’s prominent land conservation organizations, recently announced the appointment of two new members to its board, including a Unionville resident. John B. “Jeb” Hannum III, has been an active member of Natural Lands Trust’s President’s Council since its inception...

Gas-pump dispute allegedly escalates, leads to arrest

Kennett Square Police say man pulled gun, pointed it at victim An altercation at a gas pump led to multiple charges against a borough resident on Tuesday, March 25, Kennett Square Police said. Robert J. Chandler, 38, allegedly got into a verbal argument about 9:25 a.m. with a man because he was smoking near the gas pumps of the Landhope Market in the 500 block of South Union Street, police said....