A tale of two cities: London and Paris
Bring your appetites, but maybe leave those sunglasses home
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Our anniversary trip to London and Paris was AMAZING! However, such a grand adventure does not happen without a few pitfalls.
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…
Tale of passion, sorcery to unfold in Wilmington
First State Ballet Theatre to perform ‘Swan Lake’ next weekend
Mary Kate Reynolds will star as Odette and Alex Bucker will play Von Rothbard, the Evil Sorcerer, in this weekend’s production of “Swan Lake” by the First State Ballet Theatre.
For dance lovers who thought they had to travel to Philadelphia to pursue their passion, the First State Ballet Theatre (FSBT),...
Kennett falls to Coatesville 56-7 in heavy rains
Dunlevy, offense no match for defending Eastern PA AAAA champs
By Emily Adelman, Staff Writer, The Times
COATESVILLE — When it rains, it pours.
In a game played during punishing rains, Kennett High School’s football team could not find an umbrella large enough to shield against the deluge of talent coming from the Coatesville football squad. If Kennett hoped the weather was an equalizer...
Kennett Athletic Booster Club promoting pavers
Engraved bricks will form stadium patio; proceeds will benefit programs
Like a ton of bricks, the Kennett Athletic Booster Club is eager to make an impact, and it is paving the way to honor those who want to enjoy a permanent connection to the district.
A campaign called “PAVE the WAY” provides an opportunity to ensure a lasting tribute. Patrons can purchase a 4-inch-by-8-inch paver, which...
Reforestation effort will branch out to Kennett
Volunteers will join forces to plant trees that will improve water quality
Trees will be planted on Saturday at Hillendale Elementary, part of a sweeping reforestation initiative by the Brandywine Conservancy. On Oct. 17, the effort will move to Kennett Square.
In a far-reaching reforestation effort, community volunteers will help the Brandywine Conservancy plant 2,800 trees in Chester County...
March on The Brandywine, Oct. 19
KHS band battles local rivals; special performance by W. Chester U. band
After hosting a number of top area high school marching bands, including Kennett High School, in its annual March on the Brandywine competition, Oct. 19, Unionville High School Marching Band will perform an exhibition of its 2013 show, “Amusement Park.”
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Local high school marching bands, including...
Big October schedule coming at The Flash
Family fun, comedy and great local and regional music acts on the bill
The Steve Pullara Cool Beans show kics off a series of family-oriented kids shows at The Flash, on Oct. 27.
KENNETT SQUARE — People are rediscovering The Flash and many are experiencing it for the first time — now more than a month since its reopening with a new mix of acts, refurbished venue and better food and if you...
Police: Gang members turn child’s party violent
Two Sur-13 members charged in connection with Saturday night stabbing
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Charges related to Saturday’s stabbing are pending against Emmanuel “Criminal” Renteria, 25, of West Grove, who is incarcerated on unrelated warrants, police said.
The New Garden Township Police Department responded to the 100 block of Thompson Road for a large...
County offering safe disposal of hazards
Toxic waste, computer collection event to be held Saturday
All seventy-three Chester County municipalities are hosting a Household Hazardous Waste and Computer Collection Event for county residents on Saturday at the Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Road, West Chester, 19380, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., a county news release said.
Residents – the event is not open to businesses or contractors...
Obamacare – what patients are asking
When patients ask, I answer and share them with you
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, The Times
As a practicing dentist I have a ringside seat to the healthcare industry. I get asked a lot of questions about the Affordable Care Act or Obamacare – and I thought I would share some of these questions and my take on them.
Since this law is so flawed should we just ditch it and start...
