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Barrar to host annual health/safety fair, April 13
CONCORD – Rep. Stephen E. Barrar will host his annual Health and Safety Fair on Sat., April 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
“This is a great family-friendly event,” said Barrar. “It is a convenient way for people to gather information about local health and safety services. We also will have plenty here for the [...]
Ed. Foundation plans ‘Flower Power’ event, April 12
Fun, food and a great chance to learn more about the community
EAST MARLBOROUGH — When Spring blooms, smiles abound. When learning blooms, a lifetime of wisdom and better lives abound.
Accordingly, ‘Flower Power’ is the theme for the Spring Membership event for the Unionville-Chadds Ford Education Foundation, April 12 at Galer Estate Winery, 400 Folly Hill [...]
Local officials deliver meals to needy
Local officials and staff team up with Meals on Wheels for Mayors for Meals Day
Meals on Wheels of Chester County held its annual Mayors For Meals Day on March 20 as a part of its March For Meals campaign. Mayors and other elected officials participated in the event to show their support for our community’s [...]
Donations needed for yard sale
De-cluttering your home could benefit education
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Ready for a little Spring cleaning? De-clutter your home and help a worthy cause: the Unionville-Chadds Ford Education Foundation’s annual Community Yard Sale by donating items for sale.
The annual Yard Sale benefits the Education Foundation, which in turn uses funds raised to augment the educational experience at [...]
Area road projects to prompt lane restrictions
Work ranges from spray patching to bridge overhaul
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced upcoming and ongoing road projects on Friday.
Intermittent lane closures are expected from Monday through Friday on U.S. 1 in both directions for spray patching. The work, which will be done from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will occur from the Maryland [...]
Rehab work scheduled on Creek Road Bridge
PennDOT crews will control traffic Tuesday, Wednesday
Construction is scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday to rehabilitate the Rt. 82 (Creek Road) Bridge over a branch of Red Clay Creek in Kennett Township, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced Friday.
During the work to stabilize the bridge abutment and embankment, Rt. 82 traffic will be controlled by [...]
Consumer advocates warn of electricity scams
Fraudulent door-to-door, telephone solicitations are prevalent
A proliferation of electricity scams through door-to-door and telephone solicitations have prompted a warning from Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane, Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Chairman Robert F. Powelson and the Office of Consumer Advocate.
“In some recent incidents, sales people have been pushing consumers into choosing high-cost electric generation services,” Kane [...]
Unionville football again raising money with muscle and mulch
The Unionville High School Football team’s Quarterback Club (QBC) is once again raising money for the team in cooperation with local mulch providers — and the best part: players, coaches and parents will come and spread it for you.
The mulching season started in mid-March and runs through mid-June. The QBC will mulch on Saturdays and [...]
Free income tax return help from AARP
KENNETT SQUARE — If you haven’t started or have questions about preparing your income taxes – help is just a phone call away. Oh, and here’s the best part – it’s FREE, confidential, and you don’t have to buy a program or pick from an a-la-carte menu for services.
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program is here [...]
Brehm and Kelly showcased at 64th Chadds Ford Art Sale and Show
Over 70 artists featured March 15 & 16; New attractions include cartoonist John Gallagher, art tours, and children’s ‘Art Café’
By Suzanne Misciagna, Staff Writer, The Times
CHADDS FORD – In just a few short weeks, over 70 artists will showcase their work at the 64th Annual Chadds Ford Art Sale and Show.
This free community event will [...]
