Police hoping public can ID suspected thieves
Two men allegedly stole merchandise from CVS Pharmacy in New Garden
New Garden Township Police said these two men did not enter the CVS Pharmacy to get flu shots: They were there to steal merchandise.
Two men who entered the CVS Pharmacy on Newark Road on Monday had plans to steal, not shop, said New Garden Township Police, who are seeking the public’s help to identify the suspected thieves.
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Survey says life is good in Chester County
Residents’ top priority: Maintain quality services – and low taxes
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
This landscape on Newark Road in Toughkenamon is typical of the vistas residents say contribute to quality Chester County living.
Ninety-five percent of residents surveyed agreed that Chester County, which boasts valued scenic vistas, provides “a positive place to raise...
Kennett Kings 3-0 after notching 9-4 win
Wednesday’s matchup will pit them against Latin American champs from Panama
Shortstop Eric Takoushian went 2-for-4 with 2 RBI in the Eastern Regional Champion Kennett Kings’ 9-4 win over Central Champion Clear Ridge Little League of Chicago.
The Eastern Regional Champion Kennett Kings never gave up the lead in their Little League Senior Division World Series game Tuesday night against Central...
In New Garden, one loan ended, another refinanced
Supervisors say they expect new loan will be needed to fund police station
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Shane Morgan, the management plan coordinator for the White Clay Wild and Scenic River Program, describes a restoration plan for Lamborn Creek. On display to her left is a check from PECO for a Green Region Grant to help fund a Landenberg Road trailhead project.
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County reports heavy rains, 9-1-1 call volume
Sunnier skies due Wednesday, but flood warnings remain in effect
Flood warnings continue for the Brandywine Creek, but heavy rain has moved out of the area, county officials report.
The Chester County Department of Emergency Services has released the following information on area weather conditions.
24-hour rainfall amounts at 10 a.m. included: Atglen, 3.72 inches; Marshallton, 3.25; West Chester,...
11-1 thrashing of Italy sets up KAU for strong run in Senior World Series
One more win could put Kennett, Unionville players in World Series semi-finals
East’s Drew Jarmuz powered the offense going 4-for-4 with three runs scored, the KAU Kings dominated an Italian team, 11-1, in the Senior Little League World Series, Tuesday.
BANGOR, Maine — Numbers could tell the story of the Little League Senior Division Eastern Regional Champions’–formerly known...
KAU wins 1st two games in World Series
Kennett uses strong pitching, timely hitting to upend Laredo, 4-2
12 p.m. Updates to add Tuesday morning game against Italy
BANGOR, Maine — Two down, four to go.
Riding the strong pitching of Andrew Jones, the U.S. East Regional Champion KAU Kings defeated a very strong team from the Southwest Region (Laredo, Texas) Sunday night, 4-2, and then coatesed to an easy, 11-1 win over Italy, Monday...
Common Core hysteria is testing the limits
While a debate is proper, muddying the waters with lies doesn’t help
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Tuesday night, there’s a big meeting planned at the Kennett Fire Company’s Red Clay Room, to talk about the issues with the proposed Common Core curriculum.
And while there are issues with Common Core, ranging from questions about the nature of the curriculum to who should pay for it,...
Kings no more: East team gets ready to battle
Kennett-Unionville World Series squad dons new ‘East’ uniforms, gets ready for opener
The Senior Little League East Champions — formerly known as the KAU Knights — made up of players from the Kennett and Unionville area, take part in Saturday night’s opening ceremonies for the Senior Little League World Series.
BANGOR, Maine — They are no longer the KAU Kings, at least...
The only thing that spoils the shore: the boardwalk
Why they must ruin a perfectly good beach with these wooden monstrosities is beyond me
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The beach is one of my very favorite places to relax. I am perfectly content with my chair, some sunscreen and a good book. My children love the ocean and are (relatively) self-sufficient now that they are older. I really prefer to park the car and not get in it again...
