Art Watch: New shows popping up across the county
First Friday for September is Art-Abundant!
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Although many of us will be looking to enjoy one last burst of summer, either sitting by the pool or spending time with friends, there are a number of interesting art happenings this Labor Day weekend.
In Kennett Square, Mala Galleria welcomes abstract painter Ellen Catanzaro in a new gallery show entitled “Nature...
Don’t Retire-ReFire: How to Keep Your Mind Sharp
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
Have you ever forgotten where you put your keys? Do you sometimes forget words or names? Do you feel like your brain is just getting duller? Have you ever felt like you have nothing to add to a conversation? Don’t panic! It’s part of the natural aging process.
However, there is growing evidence that tells us otherwise. We do possess the power and we do...
County plans 5K Color Run to battle opioid addiction
Chester County Commissioners Terence Farrell, Kathi Cozzone and Michelle Kichline, with Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan.
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Commissioners and District Attorney continue to take measures in fighting opioid and heroin addiction within the county by scheduling a color 5k run and walk that will raise funds to help combat the growing epidemic.
Chester County’s...
Obituaries: Joyce Norris Myers
Joyce Norris Myers
Joyce Norris Myers, 86, died peacefully surrounded by her family on August 29th. Joyce was born on May 23, 1930 in Warrenton, Georgia the daughter of the late Buford and Elizabeth (Smith) Norris. She was preceded in death by her husband Merrill Myers Sr. and her sister Betty Norris Preston.
She is survived by her beloved sister Mimi Sergi, and her children Merrill Myers Jr. (Cubby),...
Letter: Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day
To The Editor:
Drug overdose is a leading cause of accidental deaths in Pennsylvania. The rate of overdose deaths in the state has increased by 14% in recent years and is significantly higher than the national average. Government alone cannot fix what is wrong in society, but it does have an important role to play. The government can coordinate and connect systems so that there is less redundancy,...
Kennett first grader to serve as honorary football captain, Friday
Grayson Savery will serve as honorary captain for the Kennett High School football team, Friday night.
KENNETT SQUARE — When Kennett High School’s varsity football team takes the field for its first home game of the season on Friday, September 2, a very courageous little boy will lead the charge.
On Halloween 2012, when he was two years old, Grayson Savery was diagnosed with a form of pediatric...
Obituaries: Wayne G. Moore
Wayne G. Moore
Wayne G. Moore, age 68 of Kennett Square, PA, died Thursday August 25, 2016 at his home, surrounded by his family, after a battle with male breast cancer. He was the husband of Paula Maxwell with whom he shared 15 years of marriage and the late Kathleen Moore, who died in July of 1998.
Born in DuBois, PA, he was a son of the late Wayne and the late Margaret (Verbeke) Moore. Wayne...
With summer dwindling, it’s time for Pumpkin Spice
I’m craving a bit of cool, crisp weather and maybe a latte
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Right now, I am writing my article on the beach feeling summertime slip through my fingers like sand. It has been a long, hot, sunny one filled with lots of great memories. But, I’m looking forward to the change in season. It’s one of the main reasons that I love to live in Chester County....
Unionville can’t overcome miscues in opening game loss
Powerful Spring-Ford dominates, 33-3
By Al Tustin, Staff Writer, The Times
“The stars might lie, but the numbers never do.” — Mary Chapin Carpenter.
Unionville’s Mike Cresta (53) fights in the trenches against the Spring Ford offensive line. Jim Gill photo.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — While it’s possible that the stars were aligned for Unionville High School in its 2016 season opener against...
Letter: Politics column is nothing more than wishful thinking