Living without regrets
Don’t wonder what might have been, make it happen
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I can be sappy sometimes.
And, never more so than when I read articles like this one about the regrets of dying people (http://www.viralnova.com/regret-when-older/). UGH. Heart strings.
I don’t want to regret ANYTHING. Right? Don’t you feel that way?
County Democrats give McCord endorsement for Governor
Koplinski, Trivedi, Maxwell also earn nods as primaries take shape
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
With the endorsement from the CCDC, Rob McCord lis emerging as an early favorite to be the Democrats’ governor nominee. Chester County’s Democrats were the first in the state to endorse the State Treasurer for governor.
WEST CHESTER – The Chester County Democratic Committee...
Seminars to offer ideal way to bee informed
Chester County Beekeepers eager to create buzz about annual event
Curious about beekeeping? Concerned about the reported decline of pollinators? The Chester County Beekeepers Association (CCBA) is promoting a sweet way to be educated.
The group will hold its annual seminar on March 15 at West Chester University’s Merion Science Center, a forum that offers an excellent opportunity to get information...
County: Disaster loans possible for small businesses
Companies adversely impacted by February storms urged to apply for aid
Small businesses that sustained substantial economic injury from February’s ice and snowstorms, regardless of physical damage, may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), county officials said.
“Small businesses and agricultural cooperatives that have lost business as a result...
Kennett HS after prom in jeopardy
Needs to raise $10K by March 1; donate and get free Times’ ad
KENNETT SQUARE — In yet another case where this month’s stormy weather has taken a toll, organizers say that fund raising for Kennett High School’s annual After Prom has been buried — and if they can’t raise $10,000 by March 1, the event will have to be called off.
Those interested in donating can click this...
Lecture to focus on fabric of bygone eras
Presentation will be part of Chester County Historical Society Antiques Show
Jan Whitlock
The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) is hoping residents will mark their calendars for the 32nd Annual Chester County Antiques Show, a major benefit that will be held from April 4 to April 6 at the Phelps School in Malvern.
Included in this year’s program will be the Mary Elizabeth Robinson...
County agencies offering spring support groups
Wednesday evening sessions available for adoptive or kinship families
Operating on the premise that there’s strength in numbers, a consortium of county departments and agencies has announced the spring schedule for post-adoption and grand-family support groups.
The sessions, which will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the county’s Government Services Center building (601 Westtown Rd., West Chester)...
Kennett residents still have shooting ordinance questions
Twp’s financial picture is robust, current assets exceed $11 Million
By Rick Marts, Staff Writer, Kennett Times
The Kennett Township Board of Supervisors listens to residents’ concerns over the shooting ordinance, Wednesday night. From left, Robert Hammaker, Richard Leff and Scudder Stevens.
KENNETT — A new gun ordinance took effect in the township on Sept. 8, 2013. Its purpose is to...
County GOP endorses most of slate for 2014
Corbett, 167th battle highlights of largely quiet convention
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
County Commissioner Ryan Costello thanks Chetser County Republicans after being endorsed as the party’s candidate for the 6th Congressional District, Wednesday, during the committee’s annual convention.
WEST GOSHEN — Although most of Wednesday night’s endorsement votes during the Chester County...
Weather interferes with transit – and meeting about it
County officials seeking public input at rescheduled session on March 5
The recent weather has wreaked havoc with transportation in numerous ways. A meeting organized by the Chester County Planning Commission (CCPC) in partnership with the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) to get input on a county-wide Public Transportation Plan had to be rescheduled a couple of weeks ago.
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