Can you blog your way to a better look?

Fashion bloggers can help you update your look By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times I am the first to admit that my fashion inspiration is often pirated from my favorite bloggers.  I love to steal their style and transform it into my own personal look.  One of my favorites is Blair Eadie from “Atlantic Pacific”.  Check out her blog here:  http://atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com She is...

Carmody gets GOP judicial nod, as party stresses ‘unity’

MacQueen wins only other contested race for County Controller Patrick Carmody offers thanks to members of the Chester County Republican Committee, Thursday, after being endorsed for Judge, Court of Common Pleas by the party. Carmody earned the nod, Thursday night, after Allison Bell Royer withdrew citing the need for party unity. By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times WEST GOSHEN — Although it was...

Op/Ed: Transportation funding: meeting current and future needs

Gov. Corbett’s infrastructure plans important to economic development of region By Terence Farrell, Chester County Commissioner Chester County Commissioner Terence Farrell Every Pennsylvanian should welcome Governor Corbett’s announcement this month of a new and expanded transportation funding strategy for the Commonwealth. Whether you drive, take the bus, ride the train, walk or use your...

County Democrats endorse slate of candidates

Party hoping to use national, state momentum to secure local victories By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Anthony Verwey, a partner at the Unruh, Turner, Burke and Frees law firm in West Chester, was endorsed by the county Democrats for judge. Buoyed by the reelection of President Obama and a sweep of state row offices this past November, Chester County Democrats endorsed a slate...

Teen shutterbugs urged to capture ‘picture of health’

Health Department sponsoring photography contest for high school students The Chester County Health Department is inviting high school students to photograph the “Picture of Health.” Chester County wants high school students to be the “Picture of Health” – and then photograph it. The Chester County Health Department is sponsoring the 4th Annual Healthy Photo Contest to promote National...

Friends, family continue Good Samaritan’s legacy

Fund-raiser will benefit foundation set up for murder victim By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times A benefit will be held to honor the memory of Andre J. Dupuis and continue his legacy of giving. A year and a half after a consummate Good Samaritan was murdered in Chester County, grief and outrage have not diminished, but mourners have found a way to honor his propensity for good deeds. On...

Abused dog’s comeback makes indelible impact

Dozens gather for airport sendoff as Radar’s recovery continues By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Chester County Animal Protective Services Officer Craig Baxter holds Radar as an appreciative crowd admires the progress the dog has made since being discarded on the side of the road a year ago. Slobbering kisses on the faces of his handlers as his tail wagged furiously, the pit...

Fashion Week: classic looks make a comeback

Spring fashions warm the heart and the soul By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Alas, I did not make it into the tents at New York’s Fashion Week (it’s irrelevant that I didn’t have a ticket).  However, I stayed well connected through my favorite bloggers, Instagram and the web.  There were so many simple spring trends featured that can easily go from runway to reality.  The following...

Police: Aggressive dogs chased pet off its property

The owners of Daisy are offering a reward for her return. Owner is offering reward for Daisy’s safe return A Landenberg man who repeatedly allowed his aggressive dogs to run loose  has been cited for multiple dog-law violations, New Garden Township Police said. David Sampson, 30 of Landenberg, committed the offenses Feb. 7, 8, and 9, police said, adding that the dogs were aggressive with...

Help in search for purr-fect Valentine’s Day gift

Chester County SPCA is offering adoption special for cats looking for home Boots, a young, mid-sized, domestic, short-haired cat would like to be your Valentine. Still looking for that ideal Valentine’s gift? The Chester County SPCA would like to offer a purr-fect solution. From Feb. 14 to Feb. 17, the county nonprofit is offering a $14 adoption special for cat 6 months or older. The adoption...