BVSPCA New Castle site to reopen after fire
The Vet Clinic lobby immediately after the fire and now as repair and construction continues.
NEW CASTLE, DEL. — The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) is re-opening the New Castle Campus Wednesday for all services following the fire that destroyed the veterinary clinic and damaged the adoption areas. A car crashed into the building early the morning of July 9, sparking a fire that took the life of...
Chesco welcomes Chinese Junior Journalists
The 40 China Blue Junior Journalists and their leaders with Chester County government, business, education and tourism representatives, on the steps of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau.
KENNETT SQUARE — Chester County’s cultural, business and education ties with China strengthened this week with the arrival of 40 “junior” Chinese representatives to the county.
The China Blue...
Art Watch: Stop, look and listen when it comes to Andrew Wyeth
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
As most of Chester County knows by now, July 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of artist Andrew Wyeth, which is being celebrated locally in an exceptional exhibit at The Brandywine River Museum of Art, “Andrew Wyeth: In Retrospect.”
The Brandywine River Museum of Art offers an opportunity to see over 100 works by Andrew Wyeth, created from...
On Your Table: Easy light summer dinners
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Couscous is so easy to make and all kinds of vegetables can be included or even store-bought meats
It’s been so hot lately that I can’t think about cooking. Who wants to get involved with hot or baked dishes at such a time. Now’s the time for light and healthier dishes. And did I mention fast to prepare? These comprise all the right ingredients...
Celebrate the dogs days of summer — with your dog
Join The Land Conservancy for Southern Chester County (TLC) in celebrating the Dog Days of Summer from 6:30-8:30pm on August 3rd at Stateline Woods Preserve.
Enjoy a Thursday evening on the land celebrating all things canine. Newcomers to Stateline Woods Preserve will have a chance to get acquainted on the trails with the guided hikes. Emily Hutchison will be on hand with free dog art projects. Vendors...
On Stage (Extra): Toronzo Cannon grew up surrounded by the blues
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Toronzo Cannon
Some artists pursue a career in music because it’s in their DNA. For others, the path to making music can be traced to environmental sources.
Toronzo Cannon, who will perform on July 24 at the World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1400, www.worldcafelive.com), is an American electric blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter.
His...
KSQ Council won’t rush into library land deal
By Eliza Mohler, Staff Writer, The Times
Mayor Matthew Fetick gives an update on public safety during the July 17 Borough Council meeting.
KENNETT SQUARE – Kennett Library tried to play let’s make a deal at last Monday night’s Borough Council meeting, but they didn’t get the prize behind door number two….yet.
In order to build a new $10 million facility, library officials need the 22,000-square-foot...
A sale at Nordstrom
A Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
First of all, let me start off by saying that one of my biggest pet peeves has to be when I hear people put an “S” on the end of Nordstrom.
“Did ya buy that at Nordstroms?” NO! Nordstrom. No “S.”. Thanks.
Sorry for the rant. But, it’s just one of those things for me. Like nails on a chalkboard. Now that I got that off of my chest, let’s get...
On Stage (Extra): Kozie beginning to make a name for himself
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Kozie
Kozie can mean different things to different people.
People familiar with the Slovak Republic know it as an area in the western Carpathian Mountains. Other people know Kozie as a clothing line that makes high-quality special needs children’s clothing.
Music fans in the Philly area and Los Angeles know Kozie as a rock musician who is starting to make...
Rylke named Marketing Director for CCEDC
Leslie Rylke
EXTON — Leslie Rylke has been named Marketing and Creative Services Manager for the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), a private, non-profit, economic development organization promoting smart growth that’s headquartered in Exton, PA.
Since joining the CCEDC in August 2013, Rylke has been charged with communicating the value, benefit and impact of the organization,...
