On Stage: Primitive Man just keeps on flowing

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Primitive Man If you’ve ever seen a slow lava flow in Hawaii – whether in person or on film – you have to be impressed. The lava flows down the side of the mountain – slowly, steadily and with nothing to deter it let alone halt it. It is a force of nature and, if you remain in its path, it will roll over you and destroy you.

Study: Barnard House unsuitable for Pocopson’s township building

By Karen Cresta, Staff Writer, The Times The Barnard House. Times file photo. POCOPSON – The Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, Oct. 30, had the Barnard House and the “feasibility study” as a regular agenda item as it has for a long time but it will now be listed as “facilities update.”  The change in title reflects the change to rule out the historical Barnard House as...

Op/Ed: Vote No on Tuesday

By Lisa Longo, Member, the Phoenixville School Board and Nathaniel Smith, Columnist, The Times We urge voters to vote NO on the ballot question on the back of Tuesday’s ballot.  Why? Well, generally tax reform is a good thing, but in this case, it might not be. So when you hear the word “reform,” it’s time to ask questions… and there are quite a few we need to ask. The PA constitution...

1,000-plus turn out for Chesco Color Run

: A countdown and color blasters marked the start of the Chester County Color 5K with more than 900 participants. Chester County residents of all ages came out to Everhart Park, and ran and walked the streets of West Chester Borough to raise funds to help fight the opioid and heroin crisis in the county. Photo by Benni Grigoli. WEST CHESTER — More than 1,000 race participants and supporters of...

SuperSix: The holiday rush is officially ON!

By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Hello November! Once Halloween is over, the insane rush to the holiday season is ON. Since it’s time for my monthly Super Six, I figured we may as well jump on the bandwagon. After all, Walmart has the entire back of the store chock full of faux Christmas trees and inflatable snowmen. No time like the present to focus on some (pretty awesome) presents… Ready? UGG...

On Stage (Spotlight): Mary Fahl brings special show to The Highway

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Mary Fahl When Mary Fahl performs in concert, there are three possible avenues she might travel. She could take the stage with her band. She could perform a solo show. Or, she could treat her fans to a live presentation of one of her special projects. On November 4, Fahl will return to the area for a show at Arden Gild Hall (The Highway, Arden, Delaware,...

Getting more difficult to stand for hypocracy

By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Okay, apparently the Pennsylvania Republican Party can’t stand for judge candidates who support peaceful protest, but can stand for gerrymandering. This week the state GOP sent out a mailer attacking Democratic judicial candidates saying “Vote for Judges who share our values and stand for the flag.” Then days later, the state GOP sought a stay on federal...

What To Do: Dia de Los Muertos in Kennett

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times November 1 is a special day in Mexico and in Mexican-American communities throughout the states. It is the day known as “Dia de Los Muertos” — the Day of the Dead. It is a festive day when families remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away. Kennett Square will be celebrating “Dia de Los Muertos” on November 3 with a special event...

On Stage: ‘Phantom’ is back in Philly

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Phantom of the Opera It was inevitable that “The Phantom of the Opera” would become the longest-running musical of all time — both on Broadway and London’s West End. It is the longest running show in Broadway history by a wide margin. Based on fan response and ticket sales, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s show is also one of Philadelphia’s...

Art Watch: First Friday openings for November

By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times First Fridays every month are always a frenzied and fun art event throughout the county, but this First Friday is particularly packed with art as it kicks off the holiday gift giving season.  This Friday, start in Kennett Square with the First Friday Art Loop, November Art Loop in Kennett November 3 from 6-9pm. Most every store in Kennett Square will highlight...