On Stage: Local musicians taking it outside for shows
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Nicole Zell and Chris Spousta
The era of live music in indoor venues has been paused indefinitely because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fortunately, there are several restaurants and taverns around Chester County and its surrounding area that have been hosting live performances by musicians — in relatively safe outdoor settings.
Musicians are...
Chesco to participate in ‘International Overdose Awareness Day’
Last year, 110 pinwheels were displayed at the Chester County Government Services Center on International Overdose Awareness Day – representing the 110 lives lost in 2018 to accidental drug overdose. This year’s display of pinwheels will represent an additional 104 lives lost to accidental drug overdose in 2019.
WEST CHESTER — As part of Chester County’s commitment to tackle the opioid...
Coatesville Christmas Parade canceled due to COVID-19
Mummers march at a previous undated Coatesville Christmas Parade.
COATESVILLE – In an effort to safeguard the attendees and participants of one of Coatesville’s most cherished events, the Coatesville Christmas Parade Committee has announced the cancellation of the 2020 parade, Monday.
The Parade Committee expressed disappointment for the community that this year’s parade is cancelled, but...
Commissioners to hold virtual night meeting, Wednesday
WEST CHESTER — COVID-19 may have temporarily changed the way that Chester County government conducts its public meetings, but County residents are still encouraged to “attend” those meetings to find out, first hand, the role and responsibilities of county government.
To provide an evening opportunity to attend – virtually – a Chester County Commissioners’ public meeting live, Commissioners...
Roadtrip shows why we’re losing the fight against COVID-19
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
The great thing about a road trip is seeing how amazing America can be.
In a pandemic, though, one also sees how foolish, ignorant and careless some Americans can be. A few thoughts from voluntary quarantine (beyond the fact that sleeping on the couch in my home office/detention cell is not super comfortable).
My daughter is a sophomore (and a half...
What To Do: Butterfly Festival will go on, with a few changes
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Butterfly Festival
If you have butterfly bushes in your yard or in your neighborhood, you’ve probably seen plenty of the beautiful insects flying around, dancing with each other and feeding on the plants’ blooms.
Every year, there is a colorful and entertaining Butterfly Festival in late August at Colonial Gardens (745 Schuylkill Rd, Phoenixville,...
Commissioners name new Water Resources Authority Exec. Dir.
Seung Ah Byun
WEST CHESTER — Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell and Michelle Kichline announce the appointment of Seung Ah Byun, PhD, PE as Executive Director of the Chester County Water Resources Authority (CCWRA).
Dr. Byun brings to Chester County more than 20 years of extensive water resources experience in nonprofit, government, academia and private consulting. ...
Music Spotlight: Del Val artists thriving in California
By Denny Dyroff , Entertainment Editor, The Times
Sharon Little and Tim Sonnefeld
California has always held a magical attraction for musicians, actors and just about anyone associated with the arts.
“California Dreamin’” is more than just a song by The Mamas and the Papas, it is a mantra – and the “Holy Land” is Los Angeles.
Hundreds of musicians and songwriters from the Delaware Valley...
A new spin on an old idea can give you a better smile, quick
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
A more beautiful smile can be yours today, yes really.
Sometimes we need to revisit the past to find something new. How about a nicer whiter smile today. Years ago people got their teeth “bonded”. It was the new tooth colored materials that allowed dentists to hand sculpt a better looking tooth in just one visit. Bonding went by...
Chesco Commissioners to Wolf: shutdown Mariner East II
WEST CHESTER — The County Commissioners Tuesday strongly called on Gov. Tom Wolf to end construction and revoked permits on the Mariner East II pipeline after a series of events, including sinkholes and release of materials into Marsh Creek Lake.
The letter making the request said:
Dear Governor Wolf:
During a telephone conference with Commonwealth officials on Friday, August 14, 2020,...
