Unionville comeback falls short as Hatters, Mother Nature prevail
Lighting, Hatters put the brakes on Unionville rally By Dave Conard Sports Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com HORSHAM—Some... Read more
Six-year spat over church expansion ends
Architect’s plans for historic building wins over most critics By Kathleen Brady Shea Managing Editor,... Read more
Indians one step closer to state championship match with win over Explorers
Unionville advances to PIAA state quarterfinals with win over LaSalle College High School By Dave ConardSports... Read more
Penns Woods Jazz & Wine Festival, May 19
CHADDS FORD — Music, great wine and great food and fabulous shopping are just some of the reasons to mark... Read more
Pitts hit for letter error
Cites dead Arafat, comatose Sharon as part of Middle East solution; staff apologizes for error By Mike McGann,... Read more
Cupcake reprieve: new Wellness Policy allows birthday treats
Spontaneous food drop off to be banned, healthier snacks to be sold and nutrition lessons and physical activity... Read more
School district to evaluate programs for potential future cuts
With projected budget gaps looming starting in ’13-’14, administration looks for savings options... Read more
Residents voice nearly unanimous plea not to privatize Pocopson Home
More than 200 attend county commissioners’ 2nd information session By Kathleen Brady Shea, Special... Read more
Latest News
- 05/17 Six-year spat over church expansion ends
- 05/16 Pitts hit for letter error
- 05/16 Cupcake reprieve: new Wellness Policy allows birthday treats
- 05/15 School district to evaluate programs for potential future cuts
- 05/15 Residents voice nearly unanimous plea not to privatize Pocopson Home
- 05/14 Unionville High wins math competition for 2nd year
- 05/14 Unionville High students ranked 4th in state for proficiency
- 05/11 Birmingham OKs move in ‘green’ direction
- 05/10 Local math superstar numbered among U.S. best
- 05/10 Turning tragedy into action: working to keep teens safe
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Six-year spat over church expansion ends
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Pitts hit for letter error
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Cupcake reprieve: new Wellness Policy allows birthday treats
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School district to evaluate programs for potential future cuts
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Residents voice nearly unanimous plea not to privatize Pocopson Home
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Unionville High wins math competition for 2nd year
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Unionville High students ranked 4th in state for proficiency
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Birmingham OKs move in ‘green’ direction
Sports
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Unionville comeback falls short as Hatters, Mother Nature prevail
Lighting, Hatters put the brakes on Unionville rally
By Dave Conard Sports Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
HORSHAM—Some times in life there are signs you just can’t ignore.
In their PIAA District One opening round match up with Hatboro-Horsham, just as coach Landry’s talented squad was mounting a come back, Mother nature stepped in by sending lightning to the turf of [...] - Indians one step closer to state championship match with win over Explorers
- Thousands flock to enjoy the sun and fun of the 20th Willowdale Steeplechase
- Unionville rugby boys and girls head to state final four
Community
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Penns Woods Jazz & Wine Festival, May 19
CHADDS FORD — Music, great wine and great food and fabulous shopping are just some of the reasons to mark May 19 on your calendar as the date of the date of the second annual Penns Woods Winery Wine & Jazz Festival.
You can enjoy wines from your favorite local wineries while mingling with wine makers. [...] - Historic scavenger hunts for kids start June 3
- 20th Willowdale Steeplechase could be best yet
- Farm Bureau aims to stay grounded
Opinion
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Privatizing Pocopson Home might be costly
Fiscal and political impact of move might be seriously underestimated
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
Privatization is one of those things that sounds in good in theory, but tends to be more complicated — and expensive — than folks expect.
With the buzz about Chester County looking to possibly privatize the Pocopson Home, the county-owned long-term senior care [...] - Will Tea Party accidently reelect Obama?
- Letter: Ross bill would victimize low-income borrowers
- Letter: Questions for Sen. Pileggi
Schools
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Pocopson Elementary School students train for Kennett Run
Girls on the Run and Stride programs promote fitness, friendships and fun
By Suzanne Misciagna, Correspondent, UnionvilleTimes.comPOCOPSON – Twice a week, students at Pocopson Elementary School in the Unionville Chadds-Ford School District tackle the hilly terrain around the school with a long afternoon run. These students aren’t just letting off a little steam once the school [...]
- Unionville High students ranked 4th in state for proficiency
- Turning tragedy into action: working to keep teens safe
- Unionville students winning acclaim
Business
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Inn at Whitewing: a hidden gem of Unionville
Bed and breakfast harkens back to another era, old-world charm, service
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
EAST MARLBOROUGH — It might be the best-kept secret in the Unionville area, but likely it won’t be for long.
The Inn at Whitewing Farm is a gorgeous bed and breakfast tucked into a quiet, picturesque valley a stone’s throw from Longwood [...] - Snap Fitness celebrates first anniversary in Kennett Sq.
- Rare gemstones showcased at Kennett Bove's
- Hood's branches out to Kennett Sq. Farmer's Market
Lifestyle
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Some lasting gifts for Mothers Day
Flowers, breakfast in bed are nice, but fashion is forever
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
Aaaaah, Mother’s Day. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping. You are trying to relax.
As you read this, do you smell burnt toast wafting from the kitchen? Can you hear the clanging of 40 (or so) pots and pans being thrown [...] - Sports drinks hide an acidic secret
- Willowdale: an event to dress for
- Beauty is all in the numbers, right?
Arts & Entertainment
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Public to get inside view of Wyeth’s work
Brandywine River Museum opening Andrew Wyeth’s studio for public tours in July
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.comCHADDS FORD — If the words Wyeth and art are synonymous in southeast Pennsylvania, it might be true for two other words: Wyeth and privacy.
While the acclaimed painting family is well-known for their community involvement for generations, their desire for [...] - Running In The Red earns 9 Cappie nods
- Willow on State to feature Dain Mergenthaler, Friday
- 'Phantom' is beyond spectacular as McShane, Walden and entire cast deliver!
Region
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Swim coach accused of sex with student
D.A.: Bayard Rustin part-time employee violated trust, broke law with Kennett tryst
A Chester County high-school swim coach pretended to be the father of one of his students in a ruse to lure her to a Kennett Square hotel, authorities said yesterday.
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced the arrest of Kenneth W. Fuller, 47, of West [...]
- MacFarlan easement sparks more debate
- Newest county detective learned trade in New Garden
- Kennett Twp. discusses conduct policy, task forces
Corrections
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Correction: Sept. 8
Due to an error, quotes were improperly attributed related to the wrong member of Birmingham’s Historical Commission: “Historic permitting process takes center stage in Birmingham” published Aug. 3.
The correct commission member in question was Mark Gross. The story has been corrected to reflect that.
The Unionville Times regrets the error.
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