New school resource officer comes full circle
For Kennett High grad, cause for cheering again
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kennett Square Police Officer Sarah London, the new school resource officer at Kennett High, points to a 2001 photo that shows her on the school’s cheerleading squad.
In the hallways at Kennett High on Wednesday, a woman in blue quietly generated head-turning during an unconventional homecoming...
A journey from Rocky Mountains to Brandywine Valley
New head of Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau announced
Susan Hamley
The region’s snow-filled winter should make the new executive director of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau feel right at home.
The CCCVB board announced on Thursday, Jan. 30, that Susan Hamley would take the reins of the organization, replacing Blair Mahoney, who retired. Hamley has held several...
Op/Ed: Protecting patients from one-size-fits-all healthcare
By Mian A. Jan, M.D.
Mian A. Jan
As a board certified cardiologist and a practicing physician for over 25 years in Chester County with a diverse group of patients from a variety of different backgrounds, I believe no two patients are the same. I strive to give the very best care depending on the patient’s specific case. I apply a one-on-one relationship model to the treatment and care of all...
Borough police: Suspected drunk driver tries to flee
After being apprehended, he showed up as being New Garden fugitive
On Friday, Jan. 17, at 5:59 p.m., Kennett Square Police arrested Victorino Salazar, 34, of Kennett Square, for driving under the influence following a traffic accident in the 400 block of South Walnut Street and a brief foot chase in the 400 block of East State Street, police said. Salazar was found to have a fugitive warrant from...
Vampire-themed Valentine making world premiere
First State Ballet Theatre to perform ‘Irene’ at Grand Opera House
The cast of “Irene” will include dancers Justin Estelle (from left, bottom row) and Emily Shenaut; and Ethan Raysor (top, from left), Molly Rooney, Aubrey Clemens and Jake Nowicki.
Here’s a cultural opportunity patrons can sink their teeth into: the world premiere of “Irene,” a vampire-themed Valentine...
Parking consulting business promotes Kennett engineer
He will manage Chicago-based firm’s Philadelphia office
James Pudleiner
A Kennett Square resident has been named managing principal of the Philadelphia office of Walker Parking Consultants, a company news release said. In his new position, James Pudleiner will manage the office’s operations and oversee Walker projects throughout Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic States.
“Jim has been...
Borough crime dips; code enforcement stirs concern
Tractor Trek Across America to include parade in Kennett Square
By Rick Marts, Staff Writer, The Times
KENNETT — Monday night’s meeting of the Kennett Square Borough Council started and ended with spirited complaints about local code enforcement in the residential neighborhood of Stenning Hill, located across Rt. 82 from Kennett High School.
Residents’ concerns about falling housing values...
Art exhibit spotlights area’s iron, steel heritage
Paintings, sculpture will be displayed at Penn State’s Great Valley campus
An exhibit with some artistic and historic heft will open on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Henry Gallery at Penn State’s Great Valley campus.
The unique iron and steel heritage of Chester County and the region set the background for an exhibit, which is entitled “Pennsylvania: Made in Steel.” An opening reception...
Kennett High junior wins leadership award
Kirsten Sharp was cited for heading Students Against Destructive Decisions Club
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kirsten Sharp, a junior at Kennett High School, has received a Widener University High School Leadership Award.
A Kennett Square teen has been selected to receive a Widener University High School Leadership Award and scholarship.
Kirsten Sharp, a junior at Kennett...
New Garden supervisors grapple with myriad issues
For one of them – Police Department’s future – chief suggests regional option
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
New Garden Township Police Chief Gerald R. Simpson addresses the supervisors on the need to begin working on a permanent home for the department.
The New Garden Township Supervisors tackled a crowded agenda during a 3-½ -hour meeting on Monday night,...
