I bet you didn’t know…they were dentists
From grape juice to the OK Corral, dentists have made their mark in surprising ways
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Dentistry is a profession full of interesting (not the adjective my husband usually uses) people. I thought it might be entertaining to track down some of the more famous (infamous?) dentists.
Paul Revere: Everyone knows Paul Revere was a silversmith who...
Kennett project recognized for sustainability
This Kennett Township property features a sustainable landscape project newly certified by the Sustainable Sites Initiative.
KENNETT – A township resident, Margot Taylor, is leading a pilot sustainable landscape project newly certified by the Sustainable Sites Initiative™ (SITES™) for its sustainable site design, construction and maintenance.
The project, on a township property, joins 11...
Quenching thirst for beer – and its history
Victory Brewing Co. co-founder entertains crowd at CFHS
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Bill Covaleski, co-founder of Victory Brewing Company, shares more beer samples and conversation after his well-received lecture at the Chadds Ford Historical Society.
Bill Covaleski, co-founder of Downingtown’s thriving Victory Brewing Company, owes a considerable amount of debt; fortunately...
New! Exciting! The Sunday Super Six
Six items that tell you what I’m thinking about
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Welcome to the first installment of the “Sunday Super Six!” Sounds exciting, huh?
On the first Sunday of each month, I will highlight the six things foremost on my mind. I have a feeling it will become as popular as Letterman’s Top Ten.
Here it goes…
1. ENOUGH with this cold, grey, dreary...
2013 Phila. Flower Show catering to variety of tastes
Cuisine from Kennett Square will be among highlights
An installation by an artistic team from the Chester County Art Association, entitled “Hockney’s Haven” and inspired by a David Hockney painting, will be displayed at the 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show.
When the 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show opens Saturday, March 2, in the city’s Convention Center, Chester County will be well-represented,...
For tourism marketing, south of France hits home
New campaign will capitalize on county’s cosmopolitan flair
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Blair Mahoney, executive director of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau, explained the importance of boosting tourism in the region.
It wasn’t exactly an identity crisis, but the folks entrusted with promoting the area as a tourist destination have agonized for some...
Living History: Markers to a forgotten war
Chester County played large role in now almost forgotten War of 1812
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
A marker in Kennett Square commemorates the American troops that encamped near the current location of the Country Butcher at Cypress and Walnut streets.
America was woefully unprepared to wage a second war against Great Britain. As England purchased 80% of our cotton and 50% of all other...
First Friday Art Stroll to feature female focus
National Women’s History Month to be celebrated with business openings, exhibits
Kennett Square will celebrate National Women’s History Month with exhibits and business openings during the First Friday Art Stroll.
Since March is National Women’s History Month, Kennett Square is taking the opportunity to honor women in the arts. Many downtown merchants will be featuring women...
Kennett Square police log 4 drunken-driving arrests
Most of the citations stemmed from traffic stops or accidents
Kennett Square police issued an assault citation to an 18-year-old borough resident on Feb. 16.
Drug- and alcohol-related charges dominated the Kennett Square police blotter during the past two weeks.
Police arrested Brandon Clark, 27, of Newark, De., for allegedly driving under the influence of a controlled substance following a traffic...
Shared interests spawn unlikely artistic alliance
Despite diverse backgrounds, two area painters enjoy collaborating
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
“Alpaca” by William Basciani was painted at the Chenoa Manor Animal Sanctuary, a rescue facility in Avondale.
After meeting several years ago at a cold, blustery art event, two Chester County painters developed a warm friendship and are teaming up for a show at the Chadds...
