Hats Off to a great day of polo, friends and fun!

It was a celebration of Hat o strophic proportions at the annual CCH Polo Cup on Sunday By Dave Conard  Sports Editor, KennettTimes.com   NEW GARDEN—Polo may be the “game of Kings”, but it is the ladies that steal the show every weekend with the stunning outfits and diverse array of head wear that is on display at the Brandywine Polo Club.

What can Brown do for you?

Jake Brown scores nine, leading Livin’ the Vision to their fifth straight “Polo Cup” By Dave Conard Sports Editor, KennettTimes.com Christmas Tree Farms' Kathy Fawser gets a goal in action on Sunday NEW GARDEN — Polo may never be considered a “main stream” sport or ever get the publicity that thorough bread racing gets. That being said, on the second weekend in June...

Words of wisdom for new grads

Enjoy yourself, but consider this short list of do’s and don’ts By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, KennettTimes.com Dear Graduating Class of 2012, I will keep my commencement address short and sweet.  I know that you are anxious to venture out into the world…a world much bigger than our rural little piece of the planet.  But, before you do, remember the following:

Brandywine Battlefield Task Force talks more regional approach

Bike paths, hiking trails and linking sites from Kennett to Chadds Ford seen in plans By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com Local proponents of the Brandywine Battlefield area showed off plans for regional preservation and bike and trail links connecting areas of the battlefield area. On this map, presented Thursday night, potential bike paths connecting the areas are shown in orange CHADDS...

Relay for Life Friday at Unionville High

EAST MARLBOROUGH – American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Kennett/Unionville begins this Friday at 6 p.m. and runs through the night until 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 9. The Relay is held on the track at Unionville High School rain or shine. Registration opens at the Unionville High School field at 4 p.m. on Friday. Popular local high school bands will power up the event kickoff with...

Brandywine Food & Music Festival debuts June 9

POCOPSON – The first annual Brandywine Food & Music Festival, presented by The Brandywine Valley Wine Trail and The Town Dish,  will be held on  June 9, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Myrick Conservation Center on Rt. 842.   The festival will celebrate all things local, from food and wine to music and crafts. Festival attendees can sample regional wines from fifteen Brandywine Valley area...

Kristman KAU Player of the Week

Megan Kristman, KAU Player of the Week. As the only girl in a family of five children, KAU Little League’s Player of the Week more than likely will have bragging rights over her four brothers, at least for seven days. For her ability to play any position well, her dedication to playing the game “hard,” and for being a player whom others already try to emulate, Megan Kristman of KAU’s Minor...

Sun is great, sunburn, not so much

Summertime means being smart and taking care of your skin By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, KennettTimes.com You know what is NOT an attractive look? A sizzling red sunburn. You know how I know this?  Because it has happened to me (GO FIGURE) many, many times. You need proof? Right now, my dermatologist is sitting on the deck of his ocean front beach house toasting my Irish heritage.  I’m sure...

Two Kennett rowers qualify for nationals

A number of local rowers with the Newport Rowing Club have advanced to advanced to the 2012 US Rowing National Championships. PicturedL Men's Varsity 2- L to R N. Smith, P. Claudy.jpg KENNETT SQUARE – Seven athletes from Kennett and Unionville High Schools have advanced to the 2012 US Rowing National Championships in Oak Ridge, Tennessee June 8 – 10. The rowers qualified and earned their...

Pony up to the 6th Annual Polo Cup

Benefit funds latest technology for Chester County Hospital Mallet maestros maneuvering pounding hooves comprise just one of the many featured elements of the 6th Annual Chester County Hospital Polo Cup, which will be held June 10 at the Brandywine Polo Club in Toughkenamon. A polo match energizes the crowd at the Chester County Hospital's Polo Cup. The popular fund-raiser not only offers a...