April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Every month is awareness for so many things now. In Healthcare alone April has 7 major awareness items slated for April. Not to mention awareness weeks. Why is it so important to have all of these awareness events? The answer may be obvious but often ignored. Early detection of something abnormal leads to early diagnosis. The earlier the...
On Your Table: Orzo Risotto with Asparagus and Shrimp
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Asparagus and shrimp risotto made with orzo instead of rice yields a quick main course bursting with spring flavors.
Just as the weather is finally warming up, local asparagus is starting to come into farmers markets and supermarket shelves. The sight of their bright green spears makes everyone’s heart sing at the end of a long winter of root vegetables,...
Springton Manor holds annual Sheep & Wool Day
The sheep are losing their winter wool, and you’re invited to the shearing! Chester County Facilities & Park’s annual Sheep & Wool Day will be held Saturday, April 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore, PA.
The highlight of Sheep and Wool Day, the annual shearing of the herd, takes place throughout the day and includes commentary on how the woolen fleece is...
Chester County participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Chester County’s Department of Drug & Alcohol Services is spreading community awareness for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day set for this Saturday, April 28th. Organized nationwide by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), National Prescription Drug Take Back Day provides temporary local sites for safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while educating...
Two DCCC students selected as All-PA Academic Scholars
President Dr. L. Joy Gates Black (center) with All-PA students (from left) Yesenia Diaz (Lopez) and Sourou Mariettte Carolle Zounon of Delaware County Community College.
Delaware County Community College students Yesenia Diaz (Lopez) of Kennett Square and Sourou Mariette Carolle Zounon of Upper Darby were among 46 community college students statewide selected recently as All-Pennsylvania Academic...
On Stage: Aloud shows off its soul
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Aloud
In the world of rock music, there are thousands and thousands of bands that are loud. But, there is only one band that is Aloud.
On April 23, that band will be playing a show in the area. On Monday evening, Aloud will headline a show at The Rusty Nail (2580 Haverford Road, Ardmore, 610-649-6245, thenail1.com).
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On Stage: Beyond ‘The Morning After’
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Maureen McGovern
This weekend, two very talented and very different female artists are performing shows in the area – Maureen McGovern and Danielle Miraglia.
Even though they represent different genres and different ages, both are crowd-pleasers with universal appeal.
On April 21, the Rrazz Room (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, 888-596-1027, www.TheRrazzRoom.com)...
Local students join walkout for gun safety
Students protesting against the lack of progress on gun safety legislation protest Friday at Unionville High School. Janet McGann photo.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — About 75 students joined students from around the nation commemorating the deadly school shooting in Columbine, Colo. which took place 19 years ago, Friday, at Unionville High School. The national wave of students’ protests against gun violence...
On Stage: Travis thrives on ‘mistakes’
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Travis Chandler
Chandler Travis is a veteran musician who has played in many bands and has many projects of his sown such as the Chandler Travis Philharmonic and the Chandler Travis Three-o.
On April 21, Travis will visit the area for a show at Jamey’s House of Music (35 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, http://jameyshouseofmusic.com).
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