Christmas tree sale benefits veterans
Tree sale proceeds will help fund therapy dogs for vets
Christmas trees will go on sale starting Nov. 30 at Northbrook Marketplace, with proceeds benefitting a program to train therapy dogs for wounded military veterans. Four of the dogs in the training program, like those pictured above, will be on hand for shoppers to meet.
POCOPSON — Northbrook Marketplace, on the corner of Northbrook and...
Borough police investigating theft of wallet
Victim allegedly left it in bathroom of East Maple Alley business on Nov. 10
Kennett Square Police said they are investigating the theft of a wallet that was left in the bathroom of a business located in the 100 block East Maple Alley on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 9:40 a.m. Police said the wallet contained a large amount of cash, a driver’s license and a green card.
Sometime overnight on Monday, Nov....
Plans on hold for a new hangar at New Garden Airport
Final work to compete Lyceum House work approved
By Rick Marts, Staff Writer, The Times
Members of the New Garden Board of Supervisors learned Monday that a proposed deal to build a new hanger at New Garden Flying Field collapsed, leaving the board to look into new options for building the facility.
NEW GARDEN – At Monday night’s public meeting, Jon Martin, New Garden Airport manager, was expected...
Dragging bumper while speeding attracts police attention
New Garden officers say drunk driver did damage, kept going
Antonio Perez, 22, of Landenberg, drove drunk and caused damage on Nov. 22 in New Garden Township, police said.
A speeding green Pontiac Sunfire that allegedly blew a stop sign attracted the attention of New Garden Township officers on Friday, Nov. 22 at 12:40 a.m., police said. Officers were on stationary patrol in the area of Penn Green...
State police cite speeding in one-vehicle crash
Kennett Square woman reportedly lost control of Tahoe on Kaolin Road
State police from the Avondale barracks cited a 31-year-old Kennett Square resident for speeding after she was involved in a one-vehicle accident on Nov. 22 at 9:39 p.m. Police said Lucia Castro was traveling south on Kaolin Road in Kennett Township and lost control of her 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe as she attempted to turn right onto...
Tips to avoid deep trouble if deep-frying bird
Officials say fire is common occurrence when precautions aren’t taken
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner are cautioning consumers to be extra careful if deep-frying a turkey is part of your Thanksgiving celebration.
While a tasty alternative to the traditional roasted main course, deep-frying a turkey without taking precautions can lead to...
Bountiful birthday wishes for beloved centenarian
About 100 gather to celebrate Mike DiPietro’s 100th
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Mike DiPietro reads the many greetings that he received on his 100th birthday.
On Sunday, people celebrated from as far away as Italy – jubilantly singing birthday wishes on the computer. The more fortunate revelers traveled to Kennett Square from near and distant, including Boston....
Kennett Square declares: Let there be lights!
Annual parade on Friday to culminate with Santa’s arrival
Kennett Square will be aglow with festively lit floats on Friday during the annual Holiday Light Parade.
Historic Kennett Square is inviting area residents to see the light – actually lots of them – on Friday as the Annual Holiday Light Parade kicks off the season at 6:15 p.m.
Last year’s parade represented the debut of the...
New home decor shop on W. State St. in Kennett Square
Eclectic collection of vintage, turn-of-the-century furniture, decor, and gifts
By Rick Marts, Staff Writer, The Times
Featuring a wide range specialized, one of a kind home decor items, Home Decor by Terri offers furniture and accent pieces, perfect to complete any home’s look — or as a thoughtful gift.
KENNETT SQUARE — “Furniture and home decor have always been a love of mine,”...
These mannequins have been dressed to thrill
Chester County Historical Society opens exhibit of 19th-century attire
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
“Profiles: Chester County Clothing of the 1800s,” the first comprehensive interpretation of 19th-century Chester County garb and the people behind it, opened Friday at the Chester County Historical Society.
A Pennsylvania law passed in 1872 may have shocked the pantaloons...
