Consumer advocates warn of electricity scams
Fraudulent door-to-door, telephone solicitations are prevalent
A proliferation of electricity scams through door-to-door and telephone solicitations have prompted a warning from Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane, Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Chairman Robert F. Powelson and the Office of Consumer Advocate.
“In some recent incidents, sales people have been pushing consumers into choosing...
Message prompts security blitz at high school
Police said extra precautions taken in response to wording that included March 20 date
Updated at 12:30 p.m. to add comment from superintendent
Authorities put extra security measures in place Wednesday morning at Kennett High School in response to a message discovered in a school bathroom on Monday.
A disturbing message with a date of March 20 that was discovered Monday in a bathroom at Kennett...
Op/Ed: Chester County government prepared for emergencies
New plan, developed in-house, provides for county services when disaster strikes
By Terence Farrell, Chester County Commissioner
Terence Farrell
Being prepared for all emergencies is a daunting task for those elected officials responsible for the safety and well-being of their constituents but planning for such emergencies is necessary.
Some months ago the county commissioners took steps to develop...
IRS review letter an alert to identity theft
Victim learns that someone used her Social Security number to file for refund
Police are investigating a couple of thefts and a case of identify theft.
The Internal Revenue Service surprised a resident of the 100 block of West Mulberry Street with a letter stating that the agency was reviewing her 2012 tax return before issuing a refund, Kennett Square police said.
The scrutiny was apparently...
Crowd gathers to honor 2 New Garden officers
One was applauded for DUI enforcement, the other for overall exemplary service
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
New Garden Police Officer Mario Raimato (right) holds the plaque he received from Police Chief Gerald R. Simpson, which honored his as 2012 Police Officer of the Year.
It wasn’t soccer fields or sewage tanks that drew the crowd to the New Garden Township supervisors’...
Exhibits to focus on landscapes, animals
Two shows to open this week at Chester County Art Association
“Chester County Fox” is one of the paintings by Sandra Severson that will be displayed at the Chester County Art Association.
The Chester County Art Association will celebrate the opening of two new exhibits with a public reception on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m.
A juried show, “Poetic Landscapes,” and a solo show of paintings...
Time to nurture seeds of gratitude to farmers
National Agricultural Day honors their deep-rooted dedication
Jamie Hicks (from left) sits with his son, Graham, and wife Kate at the entrance to Meadow Springs Farm on East Doe Run Road.
National Agricultural Day on Tuesday offers an optimal time to celebrate the long and distinguished tradition of Chester County farming – an industry that dates back to Colonial days.
Farming remains Pennsylvania’s...
How young is too young to get nails done?
I don’t need to sit next to your child at the salon, thank you
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Tuesday morning I was watching the TODAY show and they did a segment on current topics for debate. My ears perked up when they started talking about “Pamper Parties” for little girls. The question posed was “at what age should girls be allowed to get their nails done?” NOW,...
Program expected to be a draw for youth
Chester County Art Association offering free Saturday children’s classes
The Chester County Art Association is urging families to participate in ArtReach Kennett, a program of free children’s classes on Saturday at The Garage.
ArtReach Kennett, a program offered by the Chester County Art Association, is featuring free classes at the Garage and Community Youth Center.
Instructors will...
A move to improve Hispanic health services
Margarita Queralt Mirkil (left), La Comunidad’s president, forms a partnership with Mexican Consul Carlos I. Giralt-Cabrales.
La Comunidad Hispana, Consulate of Mexico form partnership
An effort to promote health services to Mexican nationals, their families and those of Mexican origin moved closer to reality Friday as La Comunidad Hispana (LCH) and the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia...
