Art Watch: ‘Steeling The Show’

June 24 Show benefits Oxford Arts Alliance By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times The go-to event for this weekend is the Oxford Arts Alliance’s annual Garden Party fundraiser this Friday June 24th from 5-8pm at Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery, at 700 Folly Hill Road in Kennett Square. The event is entitled “Steeling the Show” and offers  a very impressive lineup of 18 Chester...

First case of Zika reported in Chester County

The Chester County Health Department has been notified of the County’s first confirmed case of Zika Virus by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This case involves a Chester County woman (not pregnant) who had recently traveled to an area affected by mosquitos carrying the Zika Virus. The patient was not hospitalized and has recovered. Upon confirmation, the Chester County Health...

Kennett Sq. Council adds to Civil Service Board

Newly-formed Advisory Commission for Latino Affairs adds 12 By Kelly O’Hara, Staff Writer, The Times Kennett Square Mayor Matt Fetick swearing in Anthony J. DeFazio as regular member of the Civil Service Commission, Monday night. KENNETT — A typically light early summer agenda saw the Kennett Square Borough Council approve Anthony J. DeFazio as a new regular member on the Civil Service...

Just another ‘People of Kennett Square’

A delightful Q & A and I plan to return the favor By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times I am so honored to be a part of an amazing blog entitled “People of Kennett Square” by the talented photographer, Jie Lan. Her list of featured individuals is impressive and I was humbled to be included alongside those MUCH more talented than I will ever be! It was a beautiful day when Jie came...

Kennett High School graduates Class of 2016

A fond farewell to a class remembered as ‘family’ Kennett Consolidate School District Board of Education President Kendra LaCosta presents diplomas to graduates of Kennett High School, Friday night. By Kelly O’Hara, Correspondent, The Times KENNETT SQUARE — In keeping with the honored tradition, Kennett High School held it’s 125th graduation on the front steps of the school. Class...

What To Do: Nothing beats a summer fair

Also: Lots to do with Dad this Fathers’ Day By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Summer kicks off in the area June 21, when St. Joseph’s Church in Downingtown holds its annual Community Festival. Summertime has arrived and warm weather agendas are usually filled with fun events — especially festivals and country fairs. The attraction of a summer fair is timeless. The glow...

Kennett swears in new part-time police officer

Southridge residents argue against emergency entrance By Kelly O’Hara, Correspondent, The Times New Kennett Township Police Officer Brandi McCoy is sworn in by District Justice Gwenn Knapp, Wednesday night, during the Board of Supervisors meeting. KENNETT — The  township welcomed a new part-time police officer to the force at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday. Officer Brandi McCoy,...

On Stage: Celebrating 20 years of Riverdance

Also: Fillmore rocks out with busy schedule this weekend By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The 20th year of Riverdance is celebrated at The Kimmel Center now through June 19. Photo by Jack Hardin. Like most weekends during the summer months, the schedule of live entertainment in the area this weekend features a cornucopia of acts and shows. There is something that can please almost any...

KCSD passes final 2016-17 budget

Taxes to increase by 2.23% under $81.7M spending plan By Kelly O’Hara, Correspondent, The Times Bancroft Elementary School Principal Leah McComsey presents 12 students with certificates honoring them for winning a national online poetry contest, during Monday night’s Kennett Consolidated School District Board of Education meeting. KENNETT SQUARE —The Kennett Consolidated School District...

Don’t offer your ‘thoughts and prayers’

Accept the reality of mass shootings: this is what you wanted By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Don’t bother sharing your “thoughts and prayers.” The truth is, the slaughter of 49 innocent people in Orlando Sunday is exactly what you chose. Just as you chose the slaughter in Charleston, Sandy Hook, Aurora and dozens more. You also choose the shootings in Coatesville which of late seem to...