‘StringFest’ 2015 held at Kennett High

Tri-county student talent delights [slideshow_deploy id=’14969′] By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times StringFest musicians practice in preparation for Tuesday evening’s concert KENNETT – This week, nearly 100 5th and 6th grade student-musicians from Philadelphia, Delaware and Chester Counties came together at Kennett High School to showcase their combined talents. StringFest...

Art Watch: Celebrating the Art Trust

The Art Trust is celebrating its tenth year in downtown West Chester By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times You may have noticed a hub of activity every month at the Meridian Bank  at 16 West Market Street in downtown West Chester. Rarely does one see a bank office so brimming with people after 5pm! In the case of the Meridian Bank, they are the showplace for a small group of local artists who call...

Wolf pitches severance tax, education funding in Caln

Proposed act would put 5% tax on natural gas extraction, raise up to $1B By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times Gov. Tom Wolf introduces his proposal for a natural gas severance tax, with much of the proceeds to go to education funding, at Caln Elementary School, Wednesday. CALN – Gov. Tom Wolf visited Caln Elementary School Wednesday morning to introduce the Pennsylvania Education Reinvestment...

BSA Pack 60 holds annual Pinewood Derby

Scouting tradition alive & well in KSQ Tiger Scouts check out Pack 60’s Pinewood Derby cars to make their selection for ‘Coolest Car.’ From a block of pine, four wheels and four nails as axles, Cub Scouts from Kennett Square’s Pack 60 were asked to design and build a race car for its annual Pinewood Derby.  A staple of the Cub Scout year, the Pinewood Derby is, “a wholesome...

Reporting child abuse: we all have a responsibility

New Act 31 means penalties for those suspect abuse but don’t report it By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Children, their health, well-being and protection from predators are all of our business. Dentists and dental hygienists have always been listed as mandated reporters of child abuse in the state of Pennsylvania.  What’s new is the effect of the newly passed ACT...

Find true love on Valentine’s Day: adopt a pet

Hazelnut is just one of many potential loves of your life you could meet at the Chester County SCPA’s Valentine’s Day adopt event Saturday. WEST CHESTER — If you’re looking for love this weekend, why not visit the Chester County SPCA — Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to adopt a pet! The shelter’s homeless animals are all waiting for that special someone to come along and...

UPDATE: Chadds Ford woman’s death ruled a homicide

Kennett man faces charges in death at Millersville U.’s dorms By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Karlie Hall, a 2014 gradate of Unionville High School, died early Sunday morning following an alleged altercation with her boyfriend, Gregorio Orrostieta of Kennett. Image courtesy Facebook. LANCASTER —The Lancaster County Coroner ruled Monday afternoon that the death of a Chadds Ford woman was...

Kennett Chocolate Lovers Festival ‘wows’ again

[slideshow_deploy id=’14942′] United Way’s popular fundraiser draws crowds from across region By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times Sarah & Evelyn, of Hockessin, enjoying an afternoon of chocolate covered fun KENNETT – Chocolate-loving Festival attendees came to Kennett High School (KHS) to sample chocolate; and sample they did.  This year’s festival boasted 240...

Perfect gifts for Valentine’s Day for the man in your life

Six ways to show off your affections By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times I know that I just gave you my February Super Six last week, but that was for the ladies. THIS week is all about my Valentine Gift Ideas for the man in your life… 1. Shinola Leather Wallet http://bit.ly/18U60TN: I am NOT a fan of a clip on phone carrier for a guy. I know it seems practical…but so are comfortable...

Pileggi to seek Delco judgeship

Would quit state Senate if elected to Court of Common Pleas State Sen. Dominic Pileggi Sen. Dominic Pileggi, the former Senate Majority Leader, who represents the 9th Senate District which includes much of southern Chester County Chester Counties, announced Friday he plans to run for a vacancy on the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. Pileggi, the former mayor of Chester, has served in the...