Giving spirit of ‘Shop with a Cop’ crosses generations
State, county, local police help area children get into spirit of giving
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville Police Lt. James Audette plays Christmas songs on the saxophone before heading out to Wal-Mart in Parkesburg with needy kids from around Chester County as part of the “Shop With a Cop” program earlier this month.
PARKESBURG – From the classics like Barbies...
Warm sendoff for Cavalcade Honor Band
Band performs preview before heading to Pasadena next week
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By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH – For the 154 band members, their families and friends gathered Saturday afternoon in the chilly Unionville High School Stadium, the sentiments could not have been warmer. Enthusiasm and pride charged the air as the regional Cavalcade...
Do you have ‘present paralysis?’
Trying to find the perfect gift is enough to make some of us lose our grip
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
As much as I love to shop, I find purchasing gifts at Christmastime absolutely exhausting. I have a tendency to overthink things and this leads to “present paralysis.” I am the girl walking around the store with a cart filled to the brim on lap one and then, as I make my way...
What To Do: Christmas edition
Trains, trees and holiday stuff everywhere, and what to do if the holiday isn’t your thing
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
For more than a half century, reenactors have staged George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware — a pivotal moment in U.S. history — and will do so again on Christmas.
December 25 is just a few days away and the Christmas spirit is everywhere —...
KCSD – Arts & excitement this holiday season
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FINALLY: Rt. 52 roundabout is open
End of local traffic snares could only be temporary, though
Updated, 3:22 p.m.: Adds opening of roundabout
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The Route 52 roundabout appears to be close to opening, but Pocopson Township officials have not received any formal notice from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
POCOPSON — Months later than planned — and after detours and traffic messes...
On Stage: ‘Stomp’ away those holiday blues
Also, First State Ballet showcases The Nutcracker
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Stomp returns to the Delaware Valley, from December 26-30 for an eight-show run at the Merriam Theater in Philadelphia.
The musical stage show “Stomp” has been playing to packed houses for more than 20 years and its popularity is showing no signs of waning.
The energetic and highly-percussive show is...
On Your Table: Holiday food memories
Sweet treats often bond the generations, families at the holidays
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
While you might see just a plate of cookies, some might see a reminder of holidays past, times with loved ones no longer here.
A few days before Christmas, friends come to my house to share holiday treats and stories of their family food traditions. Their recipes hold long-treasured...
Chesco SPCA adds new police officer
Frank Galbraith, who oversees Chester County SPCA’s Animal Protective Services Department, left with the SPCA’s newest police officer, Kelsey Beam, shortly after she was sworn in, Wednesday.
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County SPCA (CCSPCA) announced Wednesday the addition of Kelsey Beam to its staff as full-time Humane Society Police Officer. Beam is one of many new additions to the...
Chief Cork Officer: Sparkler tips for the holidays
When it’s time to ‘pop the bubbly’ here’s what you need to know
By Brian Gurnham, Columnist, The Times
When I first joined the ranks of the Total Wine team several years ago, I was confused when fellow wine team members began to refer to “sparklers”. Showing signs of my misspent youth, I immediately thought small, hand held pyrotechnic devices had been added...
