Nearly 100 run 10th annual KAPRB kids race
States, Gallivan win individual titles
By Hannah Christopher, Running Editor, The Times
Jane Mazzeo of Kennett and Grace Rowe of Frederick, MD, winners of the 8&under girls division, were just two of the winners from the 10th annual Kennett Area Parks & Recreation Board Kids Run.
KENNETT — Last Thursday on a cool evening the 10th annual Kennett Area Parks & Recreation Board Kids...
Chasin for Chalfin features pair of cross country runs
Races part of fundraising events to benefit Jake Chalfin
By Blair Sylvester, Correspondent, The Times
Saturday marks a series of fundraising road races to benefit West Marlborough jockey Jake Chalfin, who was paralyzed in a 2010 steeplechase accident. Photo courtesy of Tod Marks
WEST MARLBOROUGH — Those searching for a scenic run, through some of Chester County’s most beautiful vistas, should...
De. man linked to storm-grate thefts out on bail
Police said he cooperated, admitting his role in crime spree
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Brandon Jennings, accused of a spate of storm-grate thefts, waived his preliminary hearing in Kennett district court on Tuesday
One of two brothers implicated in a series of storm-grate thefts was released on bail Tuesday after waiving what has turned into a series of preliminary hearings.
Brandon...
W. Chester man allegedly earns passel of charges
Kennett Square police accuse him of offenses that include assault
In hindsight, a 44-year-old West Chester resident may wish he hadn’t visited Kennett Square on July 5 at 8:37 p.m. Police said an incident in the 200 block of East State Street led to charges against Jeffrey Hallman that include simple assault, possessing instruments of crime, recklessly endangering another person, terroristic...
Father to Borough Council: Heroin is here
Grieving Kennett Square parent showcases drug-awareness crusade
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Members of the Kacie’s Cause team, Luis Tovar (from left) and Andy Rumford chat with Kennett Square Police Chief Edward A. Zunino after Monday night’s anti-drug presentation.
The U.S. lost 37,000 lives in 2012 to drug overdoses, 35 in Chester County, which is currently...
Kennett Twp. takes aim at firearms’ discharge
Proposed ordinance to enhance safety described as ‘work in progress’
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The Kennett Township Supervisors approved a demolition permit requested by Kendal, which owns an 1860s residence adjacent to the Old Kennett Cemetery that has been bastardized and poorly maintained over the years.
Taking a shot at regulating the discharge of firearms...
County working to help residents beat heat
Shelters will double as cooling stations, transportation for seniors will increase
Fans for seniors who qualify will be available through the Chester County Office of Aging Services. Call 610-344-6350 for information.
In response to the excessive heat warning issued Monday by the National Weather Service – in effect through 8 p.m. on Wednesday – the Chester County Health Department and the...
Douglas named interim Head of School at Upland
Nationwide search leads to hiring of veteran educator
Archibald Douglas IV
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Upland Country Day School Board of Trustees announced that Archibald Douglas IV (Archie) has been appointed the Interim Head of School for the 2013-14 school year. The appointment follows a nationwide search launched last February. Douglas comes to Upland from Pacific Collegiate Charter School...
Road officials seeking public input on traffic data
PennDOT and Pa. Turnpike have partnered for online survey
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) wants input on motorists’ travels, such as what type of traffic information facilitates trips and where people would like to receive it.
A quick and anonymous online survey has been set up, accessible at www.511PA.com and www.paturnpike.com. In...
Chesco Grand Prix gets Kennett Square racing
Garneau-Quebecor team clinches overall victory as large crowd looks on
By Steven Silverman, Correspondent, The Times
The pro racers line for the start of Saturday’s Chesco Gran Prix in Kennett Square. A large crowd enjoyed cycling, food and fun at the race’s final stage.
KENNETT SQUARE — The center of the borough echoed with the cheers from hundreds of enthusiastic spectators Saturday...
