Is 2013 the year of the one-piece?
After years as a dedicated bikini wearer, are those days ending?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I have traditionally worn a bikini in the summertime. In fact, there are no less than a half dozen packed away in my closet as I type. However, I’m thinking that 2013 may be the Year of the One-Piece.
I recently celebrated my 30th birthday for the 12th time. You do the math. (Actually,...
Seeking to inject good health into community
Free vaccines will be available to needy in Kennett Square
The Chester County Health Department will provide free vaccines to uninsured and underinsured Kennett Square residents one day a month through September.
Free vaccines will be available in Kennett Square to uninsured or underinsured adults through the Chester County Health Department on select dates.
The vaccines for hepatitis A, hepatitis...
Authorities warn about latest spring scams
Identity thieves seeking new ways to dupe victims into releasing data, money
Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane said one recent scam involves telephone callers’ seeking personal information to help residents obtain a nonexistent medical card.
Local and state authorities want residents to be wary about releasing personal information, which scam artists are constantly finding new ways to obtain.
Attorney...
County offering identity-theft protection
Residents invited to free shredding event Saturday
If you don’t want a shred of evidence available to identity thieves, the Chester County Solid Waste Authority is sponsoring a free event on Saturday to accommodate you.
Starting at 8 a.m. and ending at 11:30 a.m. – unless the truck gets filled before then – residents are invited to a communal shredding initiative at the Chester County...
Going to bat for dogs who need home
Chester County SPCA offering special on ‘Big League Ballplayers’
Cosmo sports a Phillies’ scarf to showcase his eagerness to become an all-star pet.
Just in time for baseball season, the Chester County SPCA wants to remind area residents that the Phils and their fans aren’t the only ones eager to play ball.
The nonprofit agency is offering a weekend special entitled “Big League...
Time to sample new borough businesses, art
Restaurants, retailers gear up for Kennett Square’s First Friday
Many borough retailers and restaurants will feature special exhibits and live music on the First Friday Art Stroll.
Saunter through the streets of Kennett Square on Friday for the Art Stroll from 6 to 9 p.m. Many borough businesses will showcase special exhibits and refreshments.
For example, Kennett Design, a new business at...
Gallery talk to spotlight painting menagerie
Artist will discuss how animals affect her work, technique
“Parade” by Sandra Severson is one of the paintings that will be discussed during a free gallery talk on Saturday at the Chester County Art Association.
The public is invited to hear a presentation by artist Sandra Severson on Saturday at the Chester County Art Association.
Severson’s gallery talk at 1 p.m. will involve her current...
Art bash draws hundreds to Pocopson ‘castle’
Painting frenzy prompts Bam Margera to open his gates to appreciative crowd
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Bam Margera sits on a couch and belts out vocals during a jam session at his art show Tuesday night.
The nattily-dressed government leader looked a tad out of place in the mainly heavy-metaled, multi-pierced crowd. But the presence of Chester County Commissioners’ Chairman...
Teeth: a new source of stem cells
New research shows dental pulp could be prime source for tissue building blocks
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Stem cells have made news over the last 15 years. They have been the focus of much scientific excitement and much political controversy — and now it’s possible teeth could be a key source for these building block cells.
What is a stem cell? Simply put...
Historic Kennett cottages up for grabs
Longwood Gardens want to raze them; township planners seeking another option
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
These three houses are free to a new owner, with one catch: the owner needs to be able to move them off of their current site on Longwood Gardens’ property on US-1, and do so quickly. Otherwise, the homes could face demolition.
KENNETT — Yours for the taking: three...
