The best and worst from the Golden Globes
The best and worst looks from the red carpet
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Golden Globes Post-Game Show:
First, let me begin by giving a standing ovation to Tina and Amy. I thought that they were HILARIOUS! And, extra props to YOU, Ms. Fey, for having some FAB-U-LOUS hair going on!
Overall, I thought the dresses were lovely and although the whining about how “freeeeezing” everyone...
Police: Nottingham man found with PCP, cocaine
New Garden arrest stemmed from multi-agency investigation
Following a multi-agency, drug investigation, New Garden Township Police took 39-year-old Nottingham man into custody Wednesday.
Police said Howard Blackburn, 39, possessed PCP and 15 grams of cocaine with the intent to distribute it in the 100 block of Pine Street. Theodore Kinder, 35, of Nottingham, was cited for possession of drug paraphernalia...
Phila. man accused of targeting casino patron
Police said victim was asked for directions, robbed at convenience store
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Ryan Corey Bailey is accused of targeting and robbing a West Chester-area resident heading home from Harrah’s Casino.
A West Chester-area resident traveling home from Harrah’s Casino was trailed by three men, one of whom is now in custody after allegedly robbing the...
Colleagues mourn death of former police chief
James R. Schaefer, 68, served as Kennett Square chief from 1973-1977
James “Jim” Richard Schaefer, 68, died Monday at his home in New Jersey. Former colleagues credit him with setting a high standard at the Kennett Square Police Department, where he served as chief from 1973 to 1977.
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
James “Jim” R. Schaefer, 68, of Forked...
Screenings urged during Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
County’s Health Department calls disease ‘highly preventable’
During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the Chester County Health Department want to reminds women of the importance of preventative screenings.
“Now is an excellent time to talk with a health care provider about cervical cancer screening and prevention,” Margaret Rivello, director of the Chester County Health Department,...
Agencies to shine spotlight on human trafficking
Program at Chester County Historical Society designed to raise awareness
The Chester County Historical Society will present “Facing the Monster: Slavery Then and Now,” a program designed to raise attention during Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
State Sen. Andy Dinniman will be one of several speakers Wednesday evening at “Facing the Monster: Slavery Then and Now,” a public event supporting...
Nigeria resident admits role in Craigslist scam
He faces up to 80 years in prison after guilty plea to wire fraud
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Area police have repeatedly warned Craigslist sellers to be wary of a recurring scam: A prospective buyer deliberately overpays for items and instructs the sellers to refund the difference – before they realize the original check is counterfeit.
Now, perpetrators are receiving...
Separate accidents lead to drunken-driving charges
Police: Both defendants are Kennett Square residents
Two Kennett Square residents were arrested for drunken-driving in separate incidents recently, Kennett Square Borough Police reported Monday.
Leonel Castaneda-Montero, 26, was arrested Jan. 3 at 9:19 p.m. following a traffic accident at South Union and Cedar Streets, and C.B. Fields, 56, was cited on Dec. 31 at 7:35 p.m after a traffic accident...
In with the new, out with the old?
What are you thinking about for your 2013 fashion overhaul?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
SUNDAY SERMON: (a.k.a. What thoughts are crowding Kelly’s brain?)
I’m trying to embrace the “party” nail because it is EVERYWHERE. But, is there an age limit to this? Fashion says “not really” but I have to be honest and say that I’m a touch embarrassed by it. Perhaps it’s...
Chester County Food Bank receives $50,000 check
Gift is proceeds from Pa. Hunt Cup’s 48th annual race
Representatives of the Pennsylvania Hunt Cup and the Chester County Food Bank pose for the $50,000 check presentation.
The tailgaters and steeplechase enthusiasts who gathered on Nov. 4 to enjoy the 48th annual Pennsylvania Hunt Cup race helped boost the proceeds presented to the Chester County Food Bank earlier this week.
Since 1964, The...
