Obituaries: Donald C. Taylor
Donald C. Taylor, age 83, of Altoona, PA, formerly of Kennett Square, PA, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2016, at the Cambria Care Center, Ebensburg, PA. He was the husband of Ann Wilson Taylor, who passed away on 2006, and with whom he shared 52 years of marriage.
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On Stage: Lloyd Cole still breaking categories
Also: Nalani & Sarina get back to their roots
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Lloyd Cole
Lloyd Cole has built a legion of fans over the last few decades and has remained hard to pin down musically. Cole, who will be performing April 22 at the Tin Angel (20 South Second Street, Philadelphia, 215-928-0770, http://www.tinangel.com), has definitely had a varied music career.
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Victory unveils new Cage Radler brew
DOWNINGTOWN — Victory Brewing Company (Victory) invites their beer loyalists to pedal along on their latest adventure with the announcement of Cage Radler. This light, thirst-quenching lager with a lemony twist serves as a smile and a nod to outdoor enthusiasts and beer lovers alike that the warm weather is here meaning one thing: it’s playtime. The radler, Victory’s newest creation and an ode...
Scouts install Little Free Library at Goddard Park
The new Little Free Library(r) at Goddard Park.
Last Sunday afternoon the 64th Brandywine Scouts of the Baden-Powell Service Association (BPSA) installed a Little Free Library at Goddard Park in London Grove Township.
During the winter months, the Otter scouts built the sturdy, 2-shelf library box out of donated lumber. On Sunday, with the help of leaders, parents, and siblings, the scouts installed...
Red Raider Rumble coming May 22
Coatesville Youth Lacrosse will be welcoming teams from across Chester County to compete in the Red Raider Rumble on Sunday May 22nd at North Brandywine Middle School 256 Reeceville Rd, Coatesville, PA.
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DeSimone scholarship to be awarded May 5
JENNERSVILLE — The Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services Inc. – MEDIC 94 will be presenting the second annual Dr. Gregory DeSimone Memorial Scholarship at the Jennersville Regional Hospital on Thursday May 5. The noontime ceremony will include the scholarship presentation along with a short program and lunch.
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Natural Lands Trust add key parcel to French Creek Park
On March 25th, 2016, Natural Lands Trust purchased a small but significant parcel of land that will be transferred to French Creek State Park. The 2.3 acres of woodlands are a critical link needed to connect the soon-to-be-completed two-mile section of the Big Woods Trail running through French Creek State Park to the Thun Trail (pronounced “tune”) section of the Schuylkill River Trail.
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Teens need to keep dental health in mind, too
While focus is often on younger kids, teen’s choices can impact whole lives
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Today, thanks to improved home care and the widespread use of fluorides, many teens have very few serious dental issues. However, that does not make our young patients’ immune from dental concerns. When working with young people I believe knowledge is power. It...
County streamlines passport application process
Chester County Passport Agent Jennifer Rivas (left) and Chester County Prothonotary Matt Holliday (center) with Chester County residents who are renewing their passports.
WEST CHESTER — Travelling abroad this spring or summer? Tickets booked? Hotel booked? Passports…?
Chester County’s Passport Office, under the direction of the Prothonotary’s Office, offers an easy and reassuring way to apply...
Op/Ed: Help cure cancer; we all have a role to play