What To Do: Off to the races at Willowdale
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, the Brandywine Valley is known for being horse country – an area famous for top-flight equestrian events.
The 2017 equestrian season is already underway with a big annual point-to-point event last weekend in Delaware and this weekend’s Annual Willowdale Steeplechase (Steeplechase grounds, routes 82 and 926, Unionville,...
On Stage: Seth Walker rocks his roots
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Seth Walker
Seth Walker’s show on May 11 at MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, 215- 925-6455, www.milkboyphilly.com) may have a large city downtown location but the vibe inside the venue will be country – with a healthy dose of the blues.
Over the past 10 years, Seth Walker has become recognized as one of the most revered modern roots...
Op/Ed: Ambulance companies are sending 911 call for funding help
By A.J. McCarthy, Chief, Longwood Fire Company
A.J. McCarthy
The severe fiscal plight of ambulance services across Pennsylvania was highlighted this week in an editorial in neighboring Lancaster County. That same editorial could have been written about ambulance services in Chester County as the same frightening facts are applicable.
Dean Bollendorf, president of the Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania,...
KCSD Board defends actions in response to Latino concerns
By Eliza Mohler, Staff Writer, The Times
Rosendo Villafuerte-Vega and Maja Murphy address the school board about issues affecting Latino immigrant students and their families.
KENNETT SQUARE – On Monday night, members of the Latino community asked the Kennett Consolidated School District Board of Education to consider implementing additional measures to address the issues of racism and immigrant...
Art Watch: be inspired, check out your local art association
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
With the flurry of First Friday art openings behind us and The Chester County Studio Tour just over a week away, many artists you know are in a creative panic as they get art ready for the studio tour and organize works for throughout the Summer months.
Some artists are using the Studio Tour as an opportunity to create works “outside the box” of their...
On Stage (Bonus): Shannon McNally celebrates Americana
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Shannon McNally
Wednesday is often called “Hump Day” – the mid-point of the work week.
For many, Wednesday night is a night to celebrate moving closer to the weekend.
If you’re looking for a good concert to cap off a good “Hump Day,” you’re really in luck on May 10.
On Your Table: You can’t beat brunch for Mother’s Day
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Mini quiches satisfy a crowd for brunch
Whether it’s for Mothers’ Day or just because, a brunch is a no-fuss way to entertain a crowd. As we emerge from the hibernation of winter, there’s no better time to celebrate spring.
Buds are greening and tulips are bursting. Spring is full of so much beauty; the tulips peaking through the dirt and...
On Stage (Extra): State Champs goes deep at TLA
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
State Champs
There’s no question that the show at the Theatre of the Living Arts (334 South Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1011, http://www.lnphilly.com) on May 9 will be a high-energy blast of popular music.
The popular venue on South Street will host a concert featuring State Champs as headliners along with a power-packed bill featuring Don Broco, Against...
A Super Six worthy of Mother’s Day
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Mother’s Day is next Sunday, May 14th! Thankfully, this Super Six will solve all of your problems regarding what to get that special lady. I’ve done the homework. Here we go…
The final straw
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Maybe it was when the U.S. House Representatives voted Thursday to blow up the increasingly popular Affordable Health Act and replace it with a non-vetted, closely-held replacement supported by less than 20 percent of voters (the cheering and beer party at the White House didn’t help, either).
Or maybe it was when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents...
