Murphy named new director for Chesco Emergency Services
Michael Murphy, Jr.
The Chester County Commissioners today announce the appointment of Michael Murphy, Jr. as Director of the Department of Emergency Services. Murphy was formerly Platoon Leader for the County’s 9-1-1 operations.
“The safety of Chester County residents is one of our top priorities and our Director of Emergency Services plays a pivotal role in ensuring that safety,” said Chester...
On Stage: ASH comes home to Delaware Valley
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
In world of mythology, a phoenix rises from the ashes. In the world of modern dance, it’s ash that has arisen – actually ASH.
West Chester’s Braham Crane put together his highly-acclaimed dance company in Chester County more than 10 years ago and called it A.S.H. (which stands for “Artists.Simply.Human”).
LCH moves to Team-Based to better serve community
Members of the LCH Blue Team left to right: Monserrat Balbuena, Medical Assistant, Dr. Federico Ceppa, M.D., Director of Primary Care, Clark Davis, Caseworker and Workforce Development Program Coordinator, Johana Guzman, Registered Nurse.
KENNETT — La Comunidad Hispana (LCH) has a rich history of serving the southern Chester County community. Now, it has more resources than ever to be able...
Two CCIU supervisors honored with Patriot Award
Charlot Barker (left) receives the Department of Defense Patriot Award from retired Pennsylvania National Guard Col. Patrick Heron (right).
DOWNINGTOWN – One of the best ways to help men and women in the military is to support them in the workplace, and the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is doing its part. Two supervisors from the CCIU recently received the Patriot Award in recognition...
Giving back: Henderson students prepare meals for Safe Harbor
Students from Henderson High School’s Kids “4” Kids Club gathered at The Kitchen Studio at Pine Street on Sunday to prepare meals for Safe Harbor of Chester County.
Students from the Kids “4” Kids club at Henderson High School turned into chefs and bakers on Sunday afternoon as they gathered at The Kitchen Studio at Pine Street in West Chester to prepare meals for Safe Harbor of Chester...
What To Do: Chill out and hit the ice
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Power Play Rinks in Exton
The crazy weather we’ve been having recently could mean this will be a great winter for skating on frozen ponds around Chester County — or it could mean it will be a winter with no ice at all.
Fortunately, there are quite a few very good indoor locations for ice skating in the area.
On Stage: Philly still loves Bowie
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
David Bowie may be gone but he is far from forgotten – especially with events such as the “Philly Loves Bowie Week.”
“Philly Loves Bowie Week” is an annual volunteer production of a family of fans of the Starman – music lovers who felt it was important to gather together as a city to celebrate the life and work of a truly one-of-a-kind...
Mixed Media: When the wall(paper) is the art work
By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times
The Main Line Arts Center unveiled their Professional Artist Members’ Exhibition last week. Stop by to celebrate at the reception this Friday, January 11th from 5:30 – 8pm. This exhibition will showcase a variety of media (sculpture, painting, photography, mixed media) from the programs’ 2019 cohort. Participating artists include: Frank de Pietro,...
On Stage: ‘Beautiful’ music on stage at Academy
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Sarah Bockel as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
It’s very likely that you know these songs — “Some Kind of Wonderful,” “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?” “It’s Too Late,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” and “I Feel the Earth Move.” But you may not know what links these familiar songs together.
All these classic...
Don’t Retire, ReFire: What is your vision for 2019?
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
What goals did you set your sights on, to complete in 2018? Are you satisfied with your results or is there still unfinished business to tend to in order to start 2019 strong?
What didn’t you get done? Are you beating yourself for not getting those things done?
What is your plan now? In spite of having a few tasks on your list, is the vision for your...
