CCIU tabs Fiore as new Executive Director
Dr. George Fiore
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Board of Directors appointed Dr. George Fiore as its next executive director at a special Board meeting held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at the CCIU Educational Service Center in Downingtown.
“We are turning a new page, and going into a new era for the IU,” said CCIU Board President Bonnie Wolff. “I am looking forward to working...
Chester County Fire Chiefs Association salutes volunteer firefighting dads
Editor’s Note: As we celebrate Father’s Day this year, the Chester County Fire Chiefs Association gives a special thank you to all dads who volunteer to keep Chester County lives safe and encourages more to do the same by learning about the many volunteer opportunities available at www.helpfightfire.com.
Rick King and Family
Four years ago, Rick King had one of his proudest moments as...
On Stage: Coatesville’s Mascherino brings back The Color Fred
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Fred Mascherino
The Color Fred is back from the dead.
Coatesville’s guitar hero Fred Mascherino has reignited his solo project The Color Fred with a revamped lineup. Mascherino has also resurfaced with a brand-new song titled “Don’t Give Up On Me” – released as a single and a lyric video as well.
To celebrate its first new material in...
What To Do: Fun for Fathers’ Day
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Fatherfest
If there is a hot air balloon, a blimp, a helicopter or a giant condor in the sky above you, it’s almost a certainty that you’re going to look up.
If it’s a helicopter, the audio part emphasizes the visual part as it attracts your attention. When there is a chopper flying overhead, it is virtually impossible to resist a skyward gaze.
On Stage: Karen Gross mixes humor and timeless cabaret
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Karen Gross
Karen Gross is a talented singer and storyteller…a composer of heartfelt original music. She is also a throwback to a bygone era…a playful chanteuse who can perform sophisticated, sassy cabaret shows.
She has performed at prestigious venues including Lincoln Center in New York City and the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Kimmel...
On Stage: Sibling-powered Lawrence comes to The Met
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Lawrence
Usually, mid-week is a slow time for live music – especially Wednesday nights. But that isn’t so this week – not this Wednesday.
The area music calendar has several great shows in a variety of genres – indie-pop, blues and pop-rock on Wednesday.
Years ago, a much older generation had George and Gracie – comedians George Burns and...
Dental tips for a great vacation
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Hooray — it’s time for the long awaited vacation. I’m going to share some of the tips on how to handle a dental problem when you are away from home. Nobody wants a tooth problem but being prepared will help lessen the inconvenience and perhaps keep that vacation on track.
Inner Nature: Immunity — Autosurveillance
By Vidya Rajan, Columnist, The Times
The immune system is the mechanism that protects and defends the body. Although its main purpose is defense against attack, the immune system is also a barrier, border patrol, soldier, police, doctor, parent, and amazingly, a fortune-teller, all in one package. Not only that, it exists in every living organism from bacteria to plants to animals to protect against...
Trump’s new move on Cuba is idiotic
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Havana, Cuba, 2018 near El Malecon
John Bolton is full of crap. And his boss, Donald J. Trump, is in the words of a friend of a friend on Facebook, is a “DoucheCanoe.”
This week, the Trump Administration announced that the U.S. government would again tighten and restrict commercial and travel to Cuba. Bolton, a hard-line lunatic who helped get us into pointless...
What To Do: Gilbert & Sullivan at Longwood
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Yeomen of the Guard
Great flower gardens, an impressive fountain show and live performances of theater and contemporary ballet all can be found at one location this weekend — Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org).
On June 7 and 8, Longwood is hosting a special live production by the Savoy Company....
