KCSD Board defends actions in response to Latino concerns
By Eliza Mohler, Staff Writer, The Times
Rosendo Villafuerte-Vega and Maja Murphy address the school board about issues affecting Latino immigrant students and their families.
KENNETT SQUARE – On Monday night, members of the Latino community asked the Kennett Consolidated School District Board of Education to consider implementing additional measures to address the issues of racism and immigrant...
Unionville Boys’ rugby knocks off Conestoga, 17-15
Indians’ ruggers advance to state final 8
The Unionville Boys Rugby team following Sunday’s 17-15 win over Conestoga.
WAYNE — The Unionville Boys Varsity team eliminated the reigning state champions, Conestoga High School, in the first round of the Pennsylvania State Championship playoffs.
Head coach Brian Dunbar said “The result is remarkable as UHS has been in a rebuilding year...
Two UHS students to attend prestigious summer programs
Unionville High School students Michael Iacocca and Katelyn Tsai.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Two Unionville High School juniors will spend this July at two prominent Pennsylvania universities after each was selected as one of approximately 60 other students to participate in prestigious science and business programs.
Katelyn Tsai will spend four weeks with students from around the country and world attending...
Art Watch: be inspired, check out your local art association
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
With the flurry of First Friday art openings behind us and The Chester County Studio Tour just over a week away, many artists you know are in a creative panic as they get art ready for the studio tour and organize works for throughout the Summer months.
Some artists are using the Studio Tour as an opportunity to create works “outside the box” of their...
On Stage (Bonus): Shannon McNally celebrates Americana
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Shannon McNally
Wednesday is often called “Hump Day” – the mid-point of the work week.
For many, Wednesday night is a night to celebrate moving closer to the weekend.
If you’re looking for a good concert to cap off a good “Hump Day,” you’re really in luck on May 10.
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On Your Table: You can’t beat brunch for Mother’s Day
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Mini quiches satisfy a crowd for brunch
Whether it’s for Mothers’ Day or just because, a brunch is a no-fuss way to entertain a crowd. As we emerge from the hibernation of winter, there’s no better time to celebrate spring.
Buds are greening and tulips are bursting. Spring is full of so much beauty; the tulips peaking through the dirt and the...
Unleashed and Uncorked fundraiser, May 13
COCHRANVILLE –Celebrate with Canine Partners for Life (CPL) at Unleashed & Uncorked on Saturday, May 13 from 7:00 to 10:00pm in the Chesapeake Ballroom located at the Sheraton Wilmington-South, 365 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720. Whether you choose to unwind and relax in the atrium lounge or dance the night away to live music by The Geezers, there is fun for all! Guests will indulge in delectable...
Longwood FC honors du Pont, Ruoss
Brent du Pont (center) receives Jim McGovern award from Chief A. J. McCarthy (left) and Brad Bowman Jr., President of the Board of Directors.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Fire Company has presented its prestigious Jim McGovern Service Award to Brent du Pont.
The award was given during Longwood’s annual banquet. Also honored for his 20 years of volunteer service was Matt Ruoss. Ruoss served 18 years...
On Stage (Extra): State Champs goes deep at TLA
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
State Champs
There’s no question that the show at the Theatre of the Living Arts (334 South Street, Philadelphia, 215-222-1011, http://www.lnphilly.com) on May 9 will be a high-energy blast of popular music.
The popular venue on South Street will host a concert featuring State Champs as headliners along with a power-packed bill featuring Don Broco, Against...
Wilks, Tomasetti to win inaugural Yoder scholar-athlete award
Sophie Wilks (tennis, Unionville High School) and Kerry Tomasetti (football and basketball, Kennett High School) are the inaugural recipients of the Richard B. Yoder High School Scholar-Athlete Award. Each will receive a $1000.00 scholarship for post-secondary education, each will be listed on the Chester County Sports Hall of Fame (CCSHOF) website, and each will receive honorary CCSHOF membership.
The...
