Change will happen — are you prepared?

By having a plan, you can be ready when things go a little off course By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times Change is Inevitable! That is the one thing we can count on, in life! It is how we handle change that makes the difference between maneuvering through a change or being thrown completely off balance by it. The key words in coping with change are strategy, preparation and expectations. You...

Kennett Education Association awards students for excellence

Students from the schools of the Kennett Consolidated School District were given awards for excellence by the Kennett Education Association, Tuesday. The Kennett Education Association (KEA) held its 25th Annual Scholarship and Awards Reception, May 31, to recognize outstanding students for their academic merit and school citizenship. These students represent the excellence that the members of the...

Two injured in plane crash at New Garden field

NEW GARDEN — Two people were hurt when the vintage aircraft they were taking off in suddenly lost power, as they tried to return to the field and clipped a hanger in the process. The two individuals — aged 68 and 70 — were said to have suffered non-life threatening injuries and were transported to Christiana Hospital for treatment. Their names were not released as authorities sought to contact...

Art Watch: Scarlett Thicket Farm Show

By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times In Kennett Square, Saturday June 4 is one of the favorite outdoor art exhibits of the year: “Abstractions” at The Scarlett Thicket Farm show, hosted by Peter Welling. If you have ever driven by those lovely barns throughout Chester County and wondered what they look like inside, this is a great opportunity to do so.

Finding a person with your values

Not everyone is looking for a ‘hook-up,’ but to take things slower By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times It’s a given that if someone is looking for a quick hook-up they just need to jump on Tinder, OK Cupid, and too many more sites and apps to mention. But when it comes to meaningful relationships, where and how do women with values find dateable men who still have “old-fashioned”...

Adult students make the cut at CCIU barber program

Jessica Hernandez gives barbering instructor Drew Givler a haircut in the barbershop at TCHS Brandywine. DOWNINGTOWN — As Jessica Hernandez was browsing online for information about barbering certifications, she came across the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) barbering program for adults. One of several adult education programs organized by the CCIU, the Brandywine Barber School operates...

Some words for graduates in the Class of 2016

Suggestions to make the transition to the next step easier By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Dear Graduates, You have reached a major milestone in life. Graduating from high school is no easy feat, particularly in this day and age. When I was in high school, people certainly were competitive in terms of grades or athletic prowess; but, back then, no one was being offered a Division 1...

Red Raider Rumble brings players, communities together

Teams from around Chester County and from as far away as Harlem N.Y. at initial event By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times The first-ever Red Raider Rumble brought lacrosse teams from around the region and as far away as New York City to partipate in a day competition, fun and sportsmanship. After a very close and exciting game, these players from Coatesville and Harlem came together...

Chester County unveils new Hall of Heroes Website

A screenshot of the new Website honoring the county’s Hall of Heroes. In time for Memorial Day 2016, Chester County announces the launch of the new Hall of Heroes website, honoring its local military heroes. The new site updates the original website created in 2001, and allows easy navigation on smart phones and tablets as well as desktop computers and laptops. Chester County’s Hall of...

What To Do: Holiday shows, parades and fun

Devon Horse Show, antiques on the Brandywine and more By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Kennett Square’s annual Memorial Day parade features a wide range of local bands, organizations and more, all in honor of those fallen in defense of our country. With weather forecasts finally calling for something like summer weather this weekend, this Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time...