Kennett High Class of 2013 looks to push toward greatness
Commencement speakers emphasize leadership, doing good
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Kennett High School members of the class of 2013 lineup to receive their diplomas, Saturday, during graduation.
KENNETT SQUARE – In order to become a successful adult, the high school graduate must forge a place in society.
During graduation — the school’s 122nd commencement ceremony — on...
‘Fat Talk’ probably helps no one
A bit of perspective might be useful when looking at body image
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
After a killer class at Kennett Cross Fit, my girlfriends and I hobbled over to the Produce Place for a smoothie and a chat. Inevitably, talk turned to body image and our own self-perceptions (as distorted as they may be). I was telling them about an article that I read in the New York Times...
As Philly goes, so goes Chester County?
In this week of HS graduations, why you need to be concerned about Philly’s schools
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Out here in Chester County, we’ve been relatively insulated — we think — from the collapse of the Philadelphia Public Schools. Maybe you’ve seen some of the recent discussion about all extra curricular activities, even sports, being cut from the public schools....
Drenching rains postpone Kennett High graduation
Thanks to Tropical Storm Andrea, Kennett High School’s Class of 2013 will have to wait another day to switch their tassels from one side to the other, district officials said.
Depending on the weather, the graduation ceremonies scheduled for Friday evening will be held Saturday at either 11 a.m. outside or 3 p.m., outside or inside. District officials suggested that people monitor the school...
Cool jazz, wines combine for worthy cause
Art Association presenting Cuban piano sensation at Galer Estates
Jorge Luis Pacheco will perform at the Galer Estates Winery on Wednesday to benefit the Chester County Art Association renovations.
Cool sounds in a cool setting combine for a worthy cause on Wednesday night at the Galer Estates Winery in East Marlborough Township.
Starting at 7:30 p.m., the Chester County Art Association (CCAA)...
Wealth of art events this week in West Chester
Art Association will Paint the Town, leading up to Gallery Walk
Artists from the Chester County Art Association are participating in the Second Annual Paint the Town Event, which will run through Friday, culminating in a show and sale.
The Chester County Art Association is holding its Second Annual Paint the Town Event this week in downtown West Chester.
Painters will be set up throughout the...
Officers cited for going well above, beyond
Thirteen, including civilian, recognized at annual police awards ceremony
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kennett Square’s first Citizen Commendation Award recipient, Robert Whiteside (from left), poses with Mayor Matt Fetick and Police Chief Edward A. Zunino.
Imagine pursuing a vehicle with three desperate, armed robbery suspects inside, chasing a crazed inebriated driver...
County’s Veterans Court celebrates graduate
Program offers rigorous, diversionary treatment tailored to military
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Senior Court Judge Thomas G. Gavin (left), who oversees the county’s Veterans Court, congratulates its newest graduate, Louis A. Freda II.
A 30-year-old Chester County Marine was admittedly operating on a short fuse on Nov. 13, 2010 – the day he ended up...
Kennett Square resident accused of drug offenses
49-year-old man also face child-endangerment charges
A 49-year-old Kennett Square man is facing multiple drug charges, Kennett Square police said. On May 17, police, assisted by Chester County Detectives and the Municipal Drug Task Force, arrested Charles Glasco Jr., for eight counts of possession of a controlled substance, eight counts of possession with intent to deliver and five counts of...
New month, new Super Six list!
Summer fun items top the June ‘must-have’ list
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Time for the June edition of the Sunday Super Six! Yippeeee! (And, let’s give me big props for remembering this time!)
I am so ready for summer. The gorgeous sunny weather, going to the pool and the beach, NO fighting with the kids about homework or screaming over waking up in the mornings! Aaaaaaaaaah!...
