Big turnout, great weather spark 2012 Kennett Run
Thousands compete on roadways of Kennett, Unionville to raise money for local organizations
By Hannah Christopher, Running Editor, KennettTimes.com
At last Saturday's Kennett Run, thousands of runners took to local streets to help raise money for local groups. Pictured here are the the power run 10K winners.
KENNETT — Small town, big race was the theme for last Saturday’s 23rd Kennett...
Land Conservancy unveils New Leaf Eco-Center
New ecological initiative situated on the Vincenti Preserve in Kennett
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com
Kennett residents learn about composting at the Southern Chester County Land Conservancy's New Leaf Eco-Center.
KENNETT — The buzz surrounding a new apiary and ecological center being developed on the Southwest Corner of East Hillendale and Rosedale Roads hit residents...
Fighting to preserve Brandywine battle’s legacy
Exhibit offers glimpse of soldiers’ movements throughout area
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, KennettTimes.com
A sheet used by the late historian Chris Sanderson to illustrate troop movement during the Battle of the Brandywine is part of the exhibit at the Chadds Ford Historical Society.
CHADDS FORD — From a “traveling bedsheet” to an interactive computer program: That...
Navigating roadwork without headaches
PennDOT warns area motorists of troublespots
Line-painting trucks, lane restrictions, and lane closures are among the potential traffic-jammers on tap for area residents, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today.
The agency said slow-moving painting vehicles will be working throughout the county from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. next week. In addition, PennDOT identified the...
Police: Alcohol fuels diverse charges
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Special to KennettTimes.com
A drunken bike rider, a man threatening an ex-girlfriend, and a loose, drenched dog were among the alleged infractions handled recently by New Garden Township police.
Harry London, 52 of Kennett Square, was taken into custody and charged with public drunkenness on Saturday after police reported being called to the 300 block of Scarlett Road for...
MacFarlan easement sparks more debate
Stevens asks that Elling recuse himself from vote; questions continue about procedure
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com
Kennett Township Supervisors Scudder Stevens (left) and Robert Hammaker discuss a potential easement, Monday night.
KENNETT — At first, it seemed to be just another run of the mill vote. However, when Supervisor Scudder Stevens asked that Board of Supervisors...
Revised legislative districts revealed
Big changes for Kennett, Kennett Square from first plan; New Garden gets new senate district
By Mike McGann, Editor, KennettTimes.com
The new proposed state house districts for the area would move a number of local towns into new districts including Kennett Township and Kennett Square.
HARRISBURG — Maybe the second time is the charm.
The state Legislative Redistricting Commission announced...
KCSD considers implementation of STEM curriculum
School board looks at adding Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics program to district’s curriculum
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com
KENNETT SQUARE—In a time when the nation faces a shortage of engineers, doctors, and scientists, the STEM program may prove to be invaluable in fortifying the country’s industrial and medical sectors. Seeing the value of this,...
Kennett schools grapple with budget shortfall
$658,000 budget gap could mean cuts to program or staff
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com
KENNETT SQUARE —Even with a planned 3.89% tax increase, the Kennett Consolidated School District faces a budget deficit of about $658,000 and will begin to tackle the shortfall during the Board of Education’s Finance Committee meetings in April.
Two big issues are making this...
DuPhily commits to play at Michigan
Junior star will be part of Wolverine women’s lacrosse program in 2013-14
Sophie DuPhily in action last season for Kennett High School. The junior, one of the top girls' lacross players in Pennsylvania, committed to attended the University of Michigan.
KENNETT SQUARE — Sophie duPhily, a junior at Kennett High School, has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at the University...
