Police Blotter: Kennett Square

By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com KENNETT SQUARE — Borough police are investigating a theft report issued on Friday, 8/12/11 at 4:00 PM. The victim, a resident of the 500 block Las Rosas Drive, gave a vehicle—a 2001 Chevrolet Impala, silver in color, bearing PA registration HSX-9993—to the suspect to work on. On Monday,8/15/11, the victim reported to the Police that...

Willow on State Street a haven for contemporary artists, curious patrons

The newly opened Willow on State offers vintage books, vinyl, and contemporary art to those interested in something different. By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com Willow on State opened its doors on July 9, 2011. KENNETT SQUARE — “Curious?” reads the writing on the window of Willow on State, enticing inquisitive passersby to investigate the newest, and possibly most...

Kennett Family Art Fest a day away

Summer fun at Anson B. Nixon Park for the entire family is only  one day away By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com KENNETT SQUARE — Anson B.Nixon Park will be getting a splash of color on Saturday with the debut of the Family Art Fest; a creative, family-oriented fun event. “In the past we’ve had something called family fun fest, but this year we’ve put a twist on...

YMCA’s pullout from Gateway Project won’t doom it, officials say

Y needs to expand faster than project’s timeline would allow — but it still supports many of elements of the plan By Ginna Goodall, Correspondent, KennettTimes.com Although the Kennett YMCA needs to expand more quickly than the Gateway Project would have allowed, it will remain in support of the project to improve Anson B. Nixon Park and build a new Bayard Taylor Library. KENNETT SQUARE...

Rare gemstones showcased at Kennett Bove’s

KENNETT SQUARE — Back for a very limited appearance, Bove Jewelers has an exclusive collection of unique and exquisite Krementz gemstone jewelry designs.  The museum quality pieces will be at the store in Kennett Square through July 20, 2011.  The Krementz family has been creating beautiful jewelry since 1866.  Their stellar reputation will be obvious when you view the assortment of luminous...

Kennett Square council talks crime, budget issues

The Kennett Square Borough Council met to discuss issues pertaining to crime, the budget, and zoning By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com Borough police continue to investigate the mugging of a man from a neighboring township in the alley next to the Genesis Building. KENNETT SQUARE — Police Chief Edward Zunino presented recent crime statistics before the Kennett Square...

Kennett High School Class of 2011 rides off into the sunset

Fond memories, aspirations for the future punctuate the 120th Kennett High School Commencement as biggest class in school history graduates By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com Hats fly in the air as new graduates of Kennett High School celebrate during the closing moments of Friday's commencement. KENNETT SQUARE — As the sun began to sink in the evening sky on Friday, aspirations...

KS Council overrules board on Senior Center windows

Vinyl windows given OK for alley install; residents offer complaints about parking in the borough By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, KennettTimes.com KENNETT SQUARE — Sometimes, it’s better to be warm, safe and energy efficient than historically accurate. Borough Council moved Monday night to overrule the borough’s Architectural Review Board and allow the installation of vinyl windows...

Route 52/U.S. 1 work shifts to high gear

As roadway is moved and new intersections built, the disruption of traffic could play havoc locally. By P.J. D’Annunzio and Mike McGann, Staff Writers, KennettTimes.com Signs like these may become common sights as roadways, such as Route 926, are likely to be closed for extended periods during the Route 52 realignment project. For area residents, it’s going to be a classic “good news-bad...

Large crowds cheer Kennett Memorial Day Parade

High heat hits a few, but hundreds of local marchers strut their stuff in annual parade By Mike McGann, Editor, KennettTimes.com U.S. Rep. Joe Pitts (R-16) lays a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, Monday, during ceremonies at Union Hill Cemetery. KENNETT — The high humidity and late spring heat did little to diminish a busy Kennett Memorial Day parade. Even the news that honorary Grand Marshall...