Disabled car reportedly leads to DUI arrest
New Garden Township Police say 70-year-old driver was intoxicated
On Tuesday, Jan. 7, at 5:16 p.m., New Garden Township officers responded to the 9100 block of Gap Newport Pike to check on the well-being of an elderly male, whose vehicle had broken down along the side of the road, police said. Upon arrival, the driver, Jesus Perez, 70, of Landenberg, appeared confused and his speech was slurred...
Police: Alleged stalker terrified female driver
West Goshen detectives trying to determine whether other victims exist
Scott A. Rosenberg, 25, of Phoenixville, is accused of stalking a woman on her way to work. West Goshen Township Police are trying to determine if other females have been victimized.
A woman on her way to work earlier this month described a frightening encounter that led to the arrest of an alleged stalker, said West Goshen...
At Art Association, advance celebration of building
One of two exhibits on display this month inspired by architecture
“MAX,” a sculpture created with wood and aluminum by Steffie Mongar, is one of the architecture-inspired works on display this month at the Chester County Art Association.
Two shows are open to the public at the Chester County Art Association (CCAA) in West Chester. From now through Feb. 6, “Buildings: Art Inspired by Architecture”...
Open space sparks discussion in Kennett Twp.
Supervisors will vote Feb. 5 on whether to rescind 2 outmoded ordinances
Updated Jan. 27 to correct attribution in 9th paragraph
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kennett Township Supervisors Robert A. Hammaker (from left), Scudder G. Stevens, and Richard L. Leff agreed that votes would occur at future work sessions, which will be advertised and have an agenda available in advance.
Questions...
Happy Dental New Year
A new year could mean new insurance and different rules and fees
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
January is the month of renewal, time to start over, make some healthy changes or break some old habits. It is also a new year for most dental insurance plans.
There is no perfect dental insurance plan, some plans will work better for you and your family. Dental insurance...
Kennett High’s Mock Trial Team gets easy win
Request for club status generates unanimous support from school board
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kennett High Mock Trial Club leaders Krishna Pathak (from left) and Julia Rivera express appreciation for the school board’s support along with Leonard Rivera, one of the group’s volunteer advisors and Julia’s father.
The collective powers of persuasion would...
Library system wants to book survey input
Online questionnaire designed to gauge future needs of community
With an eye toward the future, the Chester County Library System (CCLS) and its 16 member libraries are reaching out to the community for help to guide the development of its strategic plan.
CCLS is inviting community members to participate in an online survey. Responses will help shape the future of public libraries in Chester...
Warm up to seasonal brews at Winterfest
Kennett Square hopes to take chill out of air with beer-tasting festival
Kennett Square has another premier beer-tasting event on tap: the 2nd Annual Kennett Winterfest on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 12:30 to 4 p.m.
Presented by Historic Kennett Square and the Kennett Brewfest, the event offers an opportunity to bundle up and enjoy winter brews from at least 40 unique craft breweries.
Tickets...
Longwood Fire Co. announces 2014 officers
President calls on community to continue support in challenging times
The Longwood Fire Company has announced the election of its officers for 2014.
Brad Bowman will serve as president, and Marianne McCarthy as vice president. Joe Gaultney will assume the duties of treasurer, Mike Leventry will fulfill the post of secretary, and Lauren LaBare as financial secretary. Chris Keenan was elected delegate.
“We...
Art Watch: John Hannafin
An authentic creative voice
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
This week’s local art watch focuses on brightly colored neo-impressionist work of local popular artist John Hannafin. John grew up in West Chester in a bucolic setting of a centuries old stone home surrounded by green farmlands and historic properties.
While he may be most nationally famous for his “Art Across America”...
