DCCC Trustees pick new leadership team
Donald L. Heller
Delaware County Community College’s 13-member Board of Trustees unanimously elected new trustee leaders on June 20 including Donald L. Heller, chairman; Kevin B. Scott, vice chairman; and Stephen F. Gambescia, re-elected secretary. Heller, who was previously vice chairman, succeeds former chairman Michael L. Ranck, president and chief executive officer of the Community YMCA of...
Inner Nature: Aposematism – Worn Warning
By Vidya Rajan, Columnist, The Times
Aposematic coloration refers to the conspicuous colors some animals exhibit to advertise their unpalatability or warn of peril to potential predators. A familiar example is the black and yellow/orange stripes of bees. Black and orange aposematic coloration extends to flatworms (ex. sea slugs), reptiles (ex. coral snakes), fish (ex. lionfish) amphibians (ex....
What To Do: First Friday looms large
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Amazingly, it’s already July. And, the start of the month means that it’s time for First Friday events.
When the first Friday of the month comes around, it’s a good time to spend the evening in West Chester or Lancaster.
On July 6, West Chester will host its version of First Friday (downtown West Chester, http://www.downtownwestchester.com)....
On Stage: Steel City legend keeps to his roots
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Joe Grushecky
Joe Grushecky is a veteran rocker who was born and raised in Pittsburgh. He released his first album in 1969 while a young musician in the Steel City. Now, almost a half-century later, he still calls the area home.
Pittsburgh is a blue collar, tell-it-like-it-is town and Grushecky’s music shares the same attributes.
Happy Fourth of July!
With much of the area either off or on vacation (so many folks are at the Jersey, Delaware or Maryland shore, that its like a seaside reunion), we too are enjoying some downtime this week, scattered to various parts of the globe.
As great weather is forecast — if you couldn’t get away — get outside, away from your screens (even smartphones), fire up the grill, enjoy a cold beverage and...
Vacations were made for smiles
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
School is out and the shore traffic tells us all that vacation season is in full swing. We all need a vacation and for most of us we cherish those well-deserved days away from the daily grind of work and chores.
Before you pack your bags, be sure your dental visits are up to date. Fixing a small concern before you go may prevent a toothache...
Don’t Retire, ReFire: Enjoy your independence
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
As you make your plans to celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July, what do you look forward to the most? What is the first thing you think of? Do you think about how happy you are because you have the day off? Do you think about the many barbeques you’ve been invited to which you’ll attempt to make them all? Do you look forward to seeing...
What To Do: Fun, Freedom, fireworks and Good Neighbors for 4th of July
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Downingtown Good Neighbor Day
Independence Day is just around the corner but, unfortunately, there is no Independence Day Weekend this here because July 4 falls on a Wednesday.
This means there will be some adjustments for the time period when June slides into July. There will still be a wide variety of holiday activities – they just won’t be...
Ready for a new round of ‘hire a judge?’
By Nathaniel Smith, Columnist, The Times
Every U.S. Supreme Court session offers fresh evidence of confirmation bias, the human tendency to process information in a way that conforms to our prior beliefs.
The Justices know why they are there: it’s not for their great legal minds, but because their legal backgrounds served as cover for getting them confirmed by the Senate.
Upton Sinclair said:...
Officials warn on extreme heat expected this week
After a cooler than normal spring, summer is hitting Chester County this weekend with a vengeance — high heat and humidity that could pose a safety risk for seniors, children and pets, officials warn.
Just as the Fourth of July holiday approaches and people head outdoors for summer fun, temperatures are forecast to soar. The National Weather Service expects a heat wave to build this weekend...
