WCU wins Div. II College World Series
West Chester University’s baseball team celebrates winning the 2017 Division II College World Series, Sunday, in Texas. Image courtesy: West Chester University Athletics.
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas – Unionville’s Nick Ward clubbed a third-inning homer, combined with a first inning shot by Robert Knox and Josh McClain’s clutch four innings of relief (en route to earning Most Outstanding...
Super Six: New fashion looks for swimsuits
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
It’s time for the June Super Six! With the official start of summer a few weeks away (Wednesday, June 21st to be exact), I thought it would be a good time to feature swimsuits. I know. I know. PAINFUL.
However, unless you are planning to sit on the beach or by the pool fully dressed in 100 degree temps, we have to find an acceptable solution. Thank goodness...
Costello, Meehan, Casey rip Trump decision on Paris Agreement
Three of Chester County’s federal elected officials, U.S. Rep. Ryan Costello (R-6), U.S. Rep. Pat Meehan (R-7) and U.S. Senator Bob Casey Jr. (D) took strong issue with President Donald Trump’s decision Thursday to withdraw from the Paris Agreement to limit carbon emissions.
The county’s other two elected officials — U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker (R-16) and U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey appear...
On Stage (Extra): Cold Roses evolve into Philly powerhouse
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Cold Roses
Warm weather has arrived in the area this weekend – and so has Cold Roses.
Cold Roses is a Philadelphia-based band that will be performing a hometown show at the Summer Kickoff Music Fest on June 3. The show is in support of the band’s upcoming CD, “Escape to Anywhere,” which will be released on July 21 on Recorded Records.
The one-day...
What To Do: Strawberries, strawberries everywhere
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Brandywine Health Foundation’s Strawberry Festival
Summer is almost here. The weather is warm, pools are open and school is almost done. Another sure sign is the arrival of the annual Brandywine Health Foundation’s Strawberry Festival.
This weekend, the 45th Annual Strawberry Festival will take place on the grounds of the Brandywine Hospital (201 Reeceville...
On Stage: Lauren Hoffman finds catharsis in ‘Family Ghost’
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Lauren Hoffman
In 1997, Lauren Hoffman was living in Charlottesville, Virginia when she released her debut album “Megiddo” on Virgin Records America.
Now, in 2017, she is still living in Charlottesville. An, she is still playing songs from “Megiddo” on her current tour – a tour that brings her to Philly on June 2 for a show at The Fire (412 West...
On Stage (Bonus): Lulu’s impact stretches across decades
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Lulu
Lulu is a veteran singer whose name you may not recognize. But, music fans – especially music fans who are also movie fans –almost definitely know some of her songs.
Remember the title track to the hit movie “To Sir with Love”? That was Lulu singing. And, she also acted in the film.
How about the James Bond film “The Man with the Golden Gun”?...
Art Watch: A mammoth weekend for art in Kennett Square
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
June kicks off with a mammoth art event in Kennett Square this Friday from 6-9pm to celebrate the arts and salute the first public art sculpture installation in the town. From the start of State Street all the way to the Creamery on Birth Street, art is happening indoors and out.
On Saturday, the beautiful Scarlett Thicket Farm Art Show, at 284 West Street Road...
On Stage (Extra): Motown comes to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Motown, The Musical
The “Motown Sound” began in 1959 when Berry Gordy Jr. founded Tamla Records in Detroit, Michigan.
One year later, the record company was incorporated as the Motown Record Corporation with the name coming from “motor” and “town” — a reference to the city’s link to the auto manufacturing industry.
Over the years, the “Motown...
Kennett truly is a staycation destination
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Who else is excited that the un-official start of Summer 2017 is HERE?!
You can be sure that I have my arm raised. I think we live in the coolest town (EVER)…especially when the weather cooperates and we can spend time outside. There are so many fun things to do in our little slice of Chester County.
The Creamery of Kennett Square is a 30,000 square...
