Chester County Democrats enjoy local Tsunami
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Chester County’s Democrats made strong gains in legislative races Tuesday, winning a clear majority of State House seats and picking up a pair of state Senate seats — not to mention electing a Democrat to represent the entire county in 2019 as well as electing another Democrat to serve the southern part of the county almost immediately.
While the “Blue Wave”...
On Stage: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory comes to Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” exists in a variety of forms.
It started with a children’s novel published in 1964 by British author Roald Dahl.
Its second incarnation was “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” an Academy Award-nominated musical fantasy in 1971 starring Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka.
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Letter: Public Charge rule will hurt children and families
To The Editor
This month, there has been a new policy proposed from the White House, laying out potential revisions to the existing Public Charge law to impact existing and new lawful permanent residents of the United States. The longstanding Public Charge rule has existed for more than 100 years, and was intended to demonstrate that non–U.S. citizens who are seeking to enter the U.S. or to obtain...
Camping? Nope. But Glamping? Absolutely.
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I am not a camper. Even as a kid, the idea of sleeping on the ground did not appeal to me. I wanted to be a Girl Scout for the cute, green outfit and sash full of badges but, ultimately, gave it up due to the relentless, camping trip requirements. While I enjoy being outside, I don’t like dirt, bugs, wild animals, or walking to a community bathroom in the...
Letter: In support of Eric Roe
To the Editor:
As the November 6th election approaches, I want to put in a good word for State Representative Eric Roe. In an otherwise polarized and partisan election cycle, Eric Roe has proven that he’s willing to put people above politics. That’s why he’ll have my vote.
His leadership against unfair gerrymandering is probably the best example of his integrity. In a world where politicians...
Unionville grounds Springfield; wins 9-0 to advance in playoffs
Unionville’s Nick Schnaars fight both Springfield defenders — and the elements during a downpour during Friday night’s win over Springfield.
By Al Tustin, Sports Editor, The Times
SPRINGFIELD — Somewhere, the weather gods were smiling down on Pat Clark and his Unionville football team.
Clark, the Indians’ head coach, a long-noted fan of old-school power running football, found his...
What To Do: PA. Hunt Club on Sunday
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Pennsylvania Hunt Club
The first weekend past Halloween is always a busy one, with everything from local Pirate events, celebrations of food trucks and one of Chester County’s most venerable equestrian events.
The Pennsylvania Hunt Cup (Pennsylvania Hunt Cup racecourse, Newark Road, Unionville, 484-888-6619, http://pahuntcup.org) is one of...
On Stage: Downingtown’s Haas brings his comedy home
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Chris Haas
Chris Haas is coming back home – at least for a few days.
Haas, who now lives in the Koreatown section of Los Angeles, graduated from Downingtown High in 2005. On November 3, Haas is returning to Chester County to perform a live comedy show.
On Saturday evening, Kennett Flash (102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square, 484-732-8295, http://www.kennettflash.org)...
Mixed Media: Don’t let weather forecast scare you from First Friday
By Caroline Roosevelt, Columnist, The Times
Ok listen up! We’ve got a lot going on this weekend for First Friday so don’t let those looming thunderstorm warnings deter you, you’ve gotta show up! Let’s start with my favorite, Kennett Square. Historic Kennett Square is putting on it’s second Expanded Art Stroll of the year from 6 – 9pm. I mentioned a few offerings but there’s so much...
Whatever else you do Tuesday, get out and vote!