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...
What To Do: Viva El Cinco De Mayo!
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Don’t worry about the rising prices of avocados. Don’t think twice about the higher cost of making guacamole.
Nothing puts a damper on the celebration of Cinco de Mayo in this area.
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...
Chesco Congress members split on ACA repeal vote
Updated 5:10 p.m.: Adds comment from Patrick Meehan
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Chester County’s Congressional delegation split Thursday in a closely contested vote to pass the American Health Care Act — the controversial bill that would repeal some sections of the Affordable Care Act, a vote that will likely turn the 2018 Congressional Elections into a referendum on healthcare, much...
Kennett going to the dogs — for bark park
Some of the handcrafted benches and seating being created for Barkington Park in Kennett. Image courtesy Kennett Township.
By Eliza Mohler, Staff Writer, The Times
KENNETT – Wednesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting went to the dogs, as Township Manager Lisa Moore gave an update on the benches that are being created by a local woodworker for installation in Barkingfield Park.
Caitlin Abate,...
E. Marlborough supervisors asked to fight gerrymandering
By Karen Cresta, Staff Writer, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH – Fair Districts PA attended the East Marlborough Township meeting on Monday, May 1, and urged the supervisors to support their efforts to stop gerrymandering within the district.
Gerrymandering is a term used to describe manipulating voting district boundaries to benefit political parties. District changes for the township have occurred...
On Stage: Tommy Castro hits Sellersville
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Tommy Castro and The Painkillers
Award-winning guitarist/vocalist Tommy Castro and his band The Painkillers will return to this area for a show on May 4 at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com).
“We’ve played the Sellersville Theatre a number of times and always had a lot of fun,” said Castro, during...
