On Stage: Three options to see ‘The Nutcracker’

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Brandywine Ballet Company There are many holiday activities which have become yearly rituals for area families – decorated houses, exchanging presents around the Christmas tree, holiday parties with cookies and eggnog, listening to Christmas carols and, of course, shopping at malls (or Amazon). Another popular family favorite is attending a live...

Local health professionals share what you need to know about the ‘Tripledemic’

By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa Glea Mazzuca, DO If you’ve heard the term “tripledemic” of late and are unsure of how it could impact you and your family this holiday season, local healthcare providers are sharing information about what to look for, the differences between the three viruses involved and some simple things you and your family can do to stay healthy. Cases of...

Kennett Sq. Borough Council approves 2023 budget

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, the Kennett Square Borough Council unanimously approved a budget for 2023.  The approved budget reflects a substantial investment in capital projects and infrastructure as the Borough’s capital investment will grow by over 7% compared to previous years.  The approved budget strategically allocates resources to leverage and maximize grant opportunities.  The approved budget...

What To Do: Holiday events are just about everywhere this weekend

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. So many holiday events….so little time. Every year, there are so many holiday celebrations that it becomes hard to keep count. Fortunately, many interesting, long-running Christmas events can be found right here in Chester County. Downingtown Good Neighbor Christmas held its annual...

On Stage: Matt Cappy taps into holiday spirit at City Winery

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Matt Cappy Matt Cappy, one of the top young trumpeters in the jazz scene, is a musician on the move. On December 15, he will travel 1,125 miles south to be a guest performer at the Mississippi Jazz Foundation’s 19th Annual “Night of Musical Artistry” in Jackson, Mississippi. In April, Cappy will travel 3,400 miles overseas to start a U.K. tour...

Area dentists help ‘Give Kids A Smile’ just in time for the holidays

By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa Morgan Lutz, a dental hygiene student at Harcum College, goes over dental health instructions with Amy Castaneda, one of the students from the Kennett Consolidated School District who received free dental care, Friday. WEST CHESTER — Dentists and dental office staff from around the Chester and Delaware counties area came together last week to donate...

Gallo named new Director of Human Resources for county

Michelle Gallo is Chester County’s new Director of Human Resources. Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline have named Michelle Gallo, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, the new Director of Human Resources for the County of Chester. Gallo comes to the County from Lancaster County Government where she served as the HR Director since March 2021.  She previously spent...

Roe announces run for County Commissioner

Eric Roe announces his campaign for County Commissioner, Saturday in West Chester. On the steps of the historic Chester County Courthouse, former State Representative Eric Roe formally announced his campaign for County Commissioner to a crowd of supporters on Saturday. “Chester County needs leaders who will be champions for open space preservation, civility, and integrity,” said Roe, 35, of...

DA Ryan announces run for Court of Common Pleas

Deb Ryan After dedicating her entire career to public service, Chester County District Attorney, Deb Ryan, announces her candidacy for judge in the Chester County Court of Common Pleas. “Serving as the Chester County District Attorney has been one of the greatest honors of my career,” Ryan said. “Since taking office, I have been dedicated to the mission of keeping our communities...

On Stage Extra: ‘The Butterfingers Angel’ at Uptown!

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center (226 North High Street, West Chester, www.uptownwestchester.org) is bringing live theater to its stage with a rarely seen production of “The Butterfingers Angel.” The official opening night for the comedic show is December 3. The show will run through December 23. Created by William Gibson (The Miracle Worker), one...