Some motherly advice for Mother’s Day
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Every once in awhile I like to pose questions on my Facebook page to entice my friends to (essentially) write my article for me. Listen, I’ll cop to it. My brain is old and crowded and sometimes it’s hard to be creative on a weekly basis. Give a girl a break…especially since it’s Mother’s Day.
So, I asked “OK gals and guys, what is the best...
Letter: Fair’s fair in district justice primary race
To the Editor,
It’s important to set the record straight.
There are misleading statements and information circulating around town regarding the Kennett Square District Judge race as concerns the professions and party affiliations of the five candidates.
It should be known once and for all, that Mr. Iacocca is the one and only Democrat on the Democratic primary ticket, regardless of what has been...
On Stage (Extra): The Unlikely Candidates dodge rain in Camden
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Unlikely Candidates
May 14 is the day to get in family mode – the day to celebrate Mother’s Day.
May 13, on the other hand, is a day to get in music mode — a day to enjoy live music…a day with plenty of good options for listening pleasure.
Whether you’re a fan of Southern Rock or the music of David Bowie — whether you’re a fan of punchy...
What To Do: Off to the races at Willowdale
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, the Brandywine Valley is known for being horse country – an area famous for top-flight equestrian events.
The 2017 equestrian season is already underway with a big annual point-to-point event last weekend in Delaware and this weekend’s Annual Willowdale Steeplechase (Steeplechase grounds, routes 82 and 926, Unionville,...
On Stage: Seth Walker rocks his roots
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Seth Walker
Seth Walker’s show on May 11 at MilkBoy Philly (1100 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, 215- 925-6455, www.milkboyphilly.com) may have a large city downtown location but the vibe inside the venue will be country – with a healthy dose of the blues.
Over the past 10 years, Seth Walker has become recognized as one of the most revered modern roots artists...
Dissinger picked as new Patton MS prinicipal
Steve Dissinger
Patton Middle School in the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District has a new pick for principal — longtime Hillendale Elementary School Prinicipal Steve Dissinger.
Superintendent of Schools John Sanville made the announcement Wednesday to the school community. Dissinger will replace Tim Hoffman, who was promoted to Director of Curriculum earlier this year. the district Board of Education...
Volunteers needed for Benchmark Cycling Classic
The final moments of the 2016 Benchmark Cycling Classic — and the 2017 event looks to be even more exciting. But the event needs local volunteers to help put it on.
WEST CHESTER — When the Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic hits the streets of downtown West Chester on Saturday, August 12, hundreds of volunteers will form the backbone of the event. Over its 12-year history, the event has grown...
Downingtown teen wins safe driving competition
Kaleigh Krakower from Downingtown West High School (left) won the Southeastern Pennsylvania Teen Safe Driving Competition. Taking first place, she also won a $2,000 scholarship. Tara Klepacki of Chichester High School (center) finished second and Hunter Watterson of Coatesville High School (right) finished third.
On May 3, 2017, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Teen Safe Driving Competition was held...
Op/Ed: Ambulance companies are sending 911 call for funding help
By A.J. McCarthy, Chief, Longwood Fire Company
A.J. McCarthy
The severe fiscal plight of ambulance services across Pennsylvania was highlighted this week in an editorial in neighboring Lancaster County. That same editorial could have been written about ambulance services in Chester County as the same frightening facts are applicable.
Dean Bollendorf, president of the Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania,...
Comey firing raises the stakes for 2018 elections