Finding a person with your values
Not everyone is looking for a ‘hook-up,’ but to take things slower
By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times
It’s a given that if someone is looking for a quick hook-up they just need to jump on Tinder, OK Cupid, and too many more sites and apps to mention.
But when it comes to meaningful relationships, where and how do women with values find dateable men who still have “old-fashioned”...
Obituaries: Jean Therese Rowe
On May 24, 2016, Jean Therese (Collins) Rowe passed away gracefully at her Gaithersburg home in the company of her husband Richard in the 66th year of their beautiful marriage. Jean earned admirers for her wonderful art work earning local recognition for her remarkable paintings and drawings. She combined her art with a passion for classical music, sketching musicians and conductors while attending...
Adult students make the cut at CCIU barber program
Jessica Hernandez gives barbering instructor Drew Givler a haircut in the barbershop at TCHS Brandywine.
DOWNINGTOWN — As Jessica Hernandez was browsing online for information about barbering certifications, she came across the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) barbering program for adults.
One of several adult education programs organized by the CCIU, the Brandywine Barber School operates...
Relay For Life embraces Mardi Gras theme, June 3 & 4
EAST MARLBOROUGH – The Kennett/Unionville Relay for Life is back June 3 and 4 featuring a Mardi Gras theme. Bring your whole family out to join hundreds of your neighbors for a fun filled 14 hours at the Unionville High School Track to raise over $67,000 for the American Cancer Society.
Opening ceremonies start at 6 PM Friday evening and are followed at 7 PM by the recognition ceremony for cancer...
KMC wins PA state championships
The 2016 Pennsylvania USAIGC (United States Association of Independent Gymnastics Clubs) State Championship was held Saturday May 14th and Sunday May 15th at KMC Dance and Gymnastics Center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.
This Championship is the qualification competition to the National Championship in Orlando, Florida. USAIGC President Paul Spadaro, New York, was in attendance for the two-day event....
Obituaries: Luke Anthony Baccino
Luke Anthony Baccino
Luke Anthony Baccino passed peacefully from this world at home on May 28, 2016, surrounded by all his loving family. He was 3.
Luke’s infectious smile brought joy and happiness to all who saw it, whether it was family in everyday visits or strangers at the mall or supermarket. No one could pass by Luke without returning a smile of their own. There was hardly ever a moment...
Poor weather cancels Memorial Day parades
The poor weather — the remnants of Tropical Storm Betsy — have disrupted plans for local Memorial Day parades in Downingtown and Kennett Square today.
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Some words for graduates in the Class of 2016
Suggestions to make the transition to the next step easier
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Dear Graduates,
You have reached a major milestone in life. Graduating from high school is no easy feat, particularly in this day and age. When I was in high school, people certainly were competitive in terms of grades or athletic prowess; but, back then, no one was being offered a Division 1 scholarship...
Red Raider Rumble brings players, communities together
Teams from around Chester County and from as far away as Harlem N.Y. at initial event
By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times
The first-ever Red Raider Rumble brought lacrosse teams from around the region and as far away as New York City to participate in a day competition, fun and sportsmanship. After a very close and exciting game, these players from Coatesville and Harlem came together for...
Obituaries: Harris Lee Cooperman
Harris Lee Cooperman
Harris Lee Cooperman, age 88, of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, died Friday, May 13, 2016 at Crosslands Community in Kennett Square, PA. He was the husband of Esther Leeds Cooperman, with whom he shared nearly 60 years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Daniel and Rebecca (Fidler) Cooperman.
After graduating from Philadelphia’s Central...
