What To Do: Kennett rolls out the party for Cinco De Mayo
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Cinco De Mayo
Cinco De Mayo is day for partying — one of the biggest party days of the year for the people of Mexican descent.
But, just as you don’t have to be Irish to party on St. Patrick’s Day or Indian to get colorful celebrating Holi, you don’t have to be Mexican to celebrate Cinco De Mayo.
Anti-Gerrymandering bill takes hit, but supporters continue fight
By JP Phillips, Staff Writer, The Times
State Rep. Eric Roe (R-158) speaks at a forum last month on ending Gerrymandering in Pennsylvania.
Gerrymandering—what it is, how it’s done, how it disenfranchises voters, and how to end it—was the subject of two April town halls held jointly by State Representative Eric Roe (R-158) and Fair Districts PA Chair Carol Kuniholm.
Because of population...
On Stage: Echo Black is taking it up to 11
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Echo Black
“Black and blue” is something that denotes pain.
“Black and Blu” is something that denotes pleasure – specifically when you’re talking about the band Echo Black and its lead singer Danny Blu
Echo Black, a New York-based pop/rock band, is known for its intense performances. The band plays shows that leave audiences physically...
Mixed Media: First Friday, suddenly summer edition
By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times
Dusk by Frances Roosevelt.
Welp. So much for spring. I went from using the heater to swifty turning on the air conditioner today in my apartment. What happened to the chunk of time when you can let the breeze in and it’s perfect? Oh, that was called Tuesday.
Not that I’m complaining! It’s perfect weather for an art stroll and it just so happens...
On Your Table: Nothing beats Hatch Chiles for Cinco De Mayo
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
The cornerstone to a good enchilada is the sauce. In this dish it’s a Hatch green chile sauce, New Mexico style.
In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo marks a historical event but largely isn’t celebrated as a holiday. In the US on the other hand, it’s become a fiesta of feasting and enjoying Mexican food. Hardly anyone in this country knows its...
DA announces charges in three Chesco slayings
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced the filing of homicide charges for three separate cases in Chester County, Tuesday.
In a North Coventry case, three defendants are charged with the murder of 17-year old David Doyle, who was shot while trying to protect three children during the robbery of a drug dealer on September 24, 2017.
In a Phoenixville case, defendants Brian Corsey and...
On Stage: ‘Motown’ comes to Wilmington
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Motown the Musical
The popularity of the “Motown Sound” has remained at a high level for more than 50 years. “Motown the Musical,” which celebrates Berry Gordy and his label Motown Records, made its Broadway debut in April 2013 on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, and its popularity has remained at a high level for more than three years.
“Motown...
NOPE assembly misses the mark
By Janet McGann, Special to The Times
Last Monday, Unionville High School had a Narcotics Overdose Prevention and Education assembly regarding the deaths caused by overdosing on drugs — part of an ongoing program of such assemblies held around the county.
Unfortunately, while the intentions of the assembly were good, the information and tactics used were ineffective on the student body.
On Stage: Suede is ‘Diva la Difference’
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Suede
This is a special weekend at the Rrazz Room (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, 888-596-1027, www.TheRrazzRoom.com).
Usually, the music venue inside the Clarion Inn & Suites has one act per weekend – mostly on Saturday nights, occasionally on Friday nights and almost never on Sunday nights.
This weekend, the Rrazz Room hosted two top-flight...
Royal Kate’s post-birth appearance a miracle
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I realize that many people find the pomp and circumstance of the British Aristocracy silly. I, however, am enamored by it. And, the fact that American commoner Megan Markle can snatch a prince gives us all hope, right? (Sorry, present husband)
So, obviously I was excited when the story broke on a Monday morning that Kate had given birth to a baby boy....
