At Art Association, advance celebration of building
One of two exhibits on display this month inspired by architecture
“MAX,” a sculpture created with wood and aluminum by Steffie Mongar, is one of the architecture-inspired works on display this month at the Chester County Art Association.
Two shows are open to the public at the Chester County Art Association (CCAA) in West Chester. From now through Feb. 6, “Buildings: Art Inspired by Architecture”...
County officials seeking transit wish list
Meeting will offer residents chance to opine on transportation plan
Want a say in the future of transportation in Chester County? Officials are seeking public input.
The Chester County Planning Commission (CCPC) in partnership with the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is developing a countywide Public Transportation Plan to guide transit operations and capital improvements...
West Grove man jailed after allegedly resisting arrest
Borough police say 26-year-old taken into custody after Jan. 5 incident
A 26-year-old West Grove man was taken into custody after resisting arrest on Sunday, Jan. 5 at 12:37 a.m., said Kennett Square Police. The arrest of Yony Quintana-Martinez followed an incident that occurred in the 600 block of South Union Street, police said. Quintana-Martinez was video-arraigned by the on-call district...
Open space sparks discussion in Kennett Twp.
Supervisors will vote Feb. 5 on whether to rescind 2 outmoded ordinances
Updated Jan. 27 to correct attribution in 9th paragraph
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kennett Township Supervisors Robert A. Hammaker (from left), Scudder G. Stevens, and Richard L. Leff agreed that votes would occur at future work sessions, which will be advertised and have an agenda available in advance.
Questions...
KAPBR: Registration open for diverse roster
Variety of sports activities, summer camps available to area residents
The Kennett Area Park and Recreation Board (KAPRB) – a community-based nonprofit that runs recreational activities in the Borough of Kennett Square and Kennett, East Marlborough, and New Garden Townships – has released information on its upcoming lineup of sports and activities:
KAPRB Blue Demons Boy and Girls’...
County: Jan. is Cervical Health Awareness Month
Health officials issue reminder that vaccine prevents most cervical cancers
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the Chester County Health Department wants to remind women of the importance of screenings and vaccination to help prevent cervical cancer.
About 79 million Americans currently have HPV (human papillomavirus), the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. Nearly...
Happy Dental New Year
A new year could mean new insurance and different rules and fees
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
January is the month of renewal, time to start over, make some healthy changes or break some old habits. It is also a new year for most dental insurance plans.
There is no perfect dental insurance plan, some plans will work better for you and your family. Dental insurance...
Kennett High’s Mock Trial Team gets easy win
Request for club status generates unanimous support from school board
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kennett High Mock Trial Club leaders Krishna Pathak (from left) and Julia Rivera express appreciation for the school board’s support along with Leonard Rivera, one of the group’s volunteer advisors and Julia’s father.
The collective powers of persuasion would...
YMCAs to tout fitness opportunities at open houses
Area facilities will be free on Sunday, Jan. 19, from noon to 3 p.m.
On Sunday, Jan. 19, branches of the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley will be free and open to the public from noon until 3 p.m.
Visitors will have a chance to swim in the pool, play games, work out, and check out the Y’s offerings. Non-members can also enter a drawing to receive a free three-month membership; one will be awarded...
Event aims to fast-track human-trafficking bill
Legislation passed in state Senate; awaits action in House
State Sen. Andy Dinniman
An event designed to facilitate passage of human trafficking legislation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church of West Chester, said State Sen. Andy Dinniman.
The event will include an update on Senate Bill 75, legislation that would help end human trafficking in Pennsylvania,...
