On Stage (Spotlight): Mary Fahl brings special show to The Highway
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Mary Fahl
When Mary Fahl performs in concert, there are three possible avenues she might travel. She could take the stage with her band. She could perform a solo show. Or, she could treat her fans to a live presentation of one of her special projects.
On November 4, Fahl will return to the area for a show at Arden Gild Hall (The Highway, Arden, Delaware, ardenconcerts.com)...
Letter: Iacocca puts needs of community over personal ambition
To The Editor,
There are three things, in my opinion, that make Al Iacocca a stand-out person to be Magisterial District Judge – his law and court experience of course, his remarkable civic outreach in our community, and his temperament.
Al has had not only a long standing and ongoing experience as a criminal and civil lawyer for years in our area doing all of the court representations for his clients...
What To Do: Dia de Los Muertos in Kennett
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
November 1 is a special day in Mexico and in Mexican-American communities throughout the states. It is the day known as “Dia de Los Muertos” — the Day of the Dead. It is a festive day when families remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away.
Kennett Square will be celebrating “Dia de Los Muertos” on November 3 with a special event...
Letter: Iacocca offers best mix of experience, training for District Justice
To The Editor,
Of the two candidates for magisterial district judge in November, sitting in Kennett Square, Al Iacocca is the better qualified by reason of training and previous service.
The Magisterial District Courts deal with the myriad small stuff: traffic violations, minor crime, tenant-landlord disputes, and small claims. The successful judge will have the confidence of all who come before...
On Stage: ‘Phantom’ is back in Philly
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Phantom of the Opera
It was inevitable that “The Phantom of the Opera” would become the longest-running musical of all time — both on Broadway and London’s West End. It is the longest running show in Broadway history by a wide margin. Based on fan response and ticket sales, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s show is also one of Philadelphia’s...
County seeks input from residents at meeting on Landscapes3
Chester County residents attended a Landscapes3 public meeting at the West Whiteland Township Building on Oct. 26.
WEST WHITELAND – When it comes to planning Chester County’s future, there are many voices and viewpoints about ways to balance preservation with growth.
That’s why the Chester County Planning Commission recently conducted a public meeting about Landscapes3, the county’s next long-range...
Longwood gears up for Christmas with a French accent
A Longwood Christmas runs November 23–January 7. Photo by Daniel Traub.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — There is only one way to describe Longwood Gardens French-inspired holiday display . . . c’est magnifique! Explore the warm 4-acre conservatory and be enchanted by fanciful topiary and more than 50 trees adorned in classic holiday tones boasting sparkling crystal ornaments reminiscent of the splendor of...
Four events to fight homelessness
WEST CHESTER — Chester County’s Decade to Doorways, the community-wide plan to prevent and end homelessness in the county, will host four free community events in West Chester, Coatesville, Kennett Square, and Phoenixville from November 13 to 16 as part of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
The events include free screenings of popular movies with a central theme of poverty and homelessness,...
Unionville Art Gala, Nov. 17 & 18
This year’s featured Artist for the Unionville Art Gala is MaryAnn Weselyk.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Unionville High School Art Gala celebrates its 42nd year. This annual event showcases local celebrated working artists, UHS Alumni, and current UHS Students along with live music and great food! The UHS Art Gala strives to include a variety of artists – both new and more established individuals...
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