Tom Killion cites experience in 9th District race

Long-time State Rep. points to his history of working across the aisle in Senate bid By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times State Rep. Tom Killion (R-168) Tom Killion says he knows his way around Harrisburg and suggests this isn’t the time to send someone inexperienced with the ways of the state capital to the state Senate. The Republican from Middletown has been serving a a State Representative for...

The Times’ 2016 primary endorsements

Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., voting expecting to be busier than normal By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times By now, you may be a bit tired of “feeling the Bern” or how “huge” this primary election is going to be, but the fact of the matter is that on Tuesday, the voters of Pennsylvania will have an opportunity to vote in the most meaningful primary election in decades — with but major party...

Marty Malloy sees a broken Harrisburg

Democrat would use his experience to bring people together By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Marty Malloy Marty Malloy says he sees a Harrisburg that doesn’t work and needs a new, more inclusive approach and that as a state Senator, he’d be able to bring his experiences in the non-profit world of bringing disparate communities together to find common ground, and help to get things moving again...

On Stage Extra: Pagliacci performed by Delphi Opera

Classical options for a sweet Sunday By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times If you’re looking for a concert to attend this Sunday and want to shift into classical mode, you’re in luck because two concerts in the area can fill the bill. On April 24, Delphi Opera will present Ruggiero Leoncavallo’s signature verismo masterpiece “Pagliacci” at Padua Academy’s Roberto Hall (905 North...

Democrats claim Roe ineligible to run; GOP blasts effort as deceptive

Candidates’ Linked In profile cited as source for questioning residency By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Eric Roe The House Democratic Campaign Committee (HDCC) alleged Thursday that Eric Roe, a Republican endorsed write-in candidate for the 158th State House seat, is not eligible to run — saying he hasn’t met the residency requirements, while local GOP officials blasted Democrats for...

What To Do: The 43rd Yellow Springs Art Show

Also: West Chester Film Festival runs this weekend By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The popular yellow Spring Art Show features more than 185 artists this year. The Yellow Springs Art Show got its start back in 1973 as a free event featuring a variety of artists displaying their work on clotheslines. It has changed immeasurably since then and has become one of the largest and most prestigious...

On Stage: Lloyd Cole still breaking categories

Also: Nalani & Sarina get back to their roots By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Lloyd Cole Lloyd Cole has built a legion of fans over the last few decades and has remained hard to pin down musically. Cole, who will be performing April 22 at the Tin Angel (20 South Second Street, Philadelphia, 215-928-0770, http://www.tinangel.com), has definitely had a varied music career.

Op/Ed: Help cure cancer; we all have a role to play

The fight against cancer is one everybody should join By Kris Toomey The author, left, her daughter Bridget center and Kris’s mother, Beverly Duncan. HELP CURE CANCER. I used to think that was a job description far above my abilities. Now, I believe that is a job description anyone can fill. When a family member, or someone you care about, receives a cancer diagnosis, a common response is...

Teens need to keep dental health in mind, too

While focus is often on younger kids, teen’s choices can impact whole lives By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Today, thanks to improved home care and the widespread use of fluorides, many teens have very few serious dental issues. However, that does not make our young patients’ immune from dental concerns. When working with young people I believe knowledge is power....

On endorsements and superdelegates: let the people decide

I don’t need elected officials to tell me who to vote for By Nathaniel Smith, Columnist, The Times I try to be appreciative of elected officials and the work they do.  And I wouldn’t want their jobs, not for the money and perks, not for the fame and glory. But right now I’m annoyed. Officials elected by vote of all the people of the state should, in my view, once elected, continue...