What kind of tree are you?
What your Christmas tree says about you
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
If your choice of fashion reveals to the world a bit about who you are…can the same be said for the type of Christmas tree you display at the holidays? Think about it. Do you prefer real or artificial? Colored lights or white lights? Tinsel or popcorn? Star or angel? I might be onto something here. If I didn’t...
KAU Little League to host December hitting & fielding clinc
KENNETT – KAU Little League will host a three-evening hitting/fielding clinic, for boys ages 6 through 13, December 28-30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The clinic will be held at the KAU Shed and Sinton Field on Leslie Road, adjacent to Route 82 entering Kennett Square.
The cost per participant for the clinic is $75; however, the number of participants is limited to 12.
Participants should bring their...
What To Do: Downingtown’s Good Neighbor Christmas
Also: Santa makes many, many appearances in and around Chester County
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for Downingtown’s Good Neighbor Christmas, Saturday.
For as long as anyone around here can remember, Downingtown has had a reputation as a neighborly town — especially with an annual event schedule that includes Good Neighbor Day each summer...
Roe to seek 158th GOP nomination
Eric M. Roe
A West Goshen man became the third Republican this week to announce they would seek the party’s nomination for the 158th District State House seat, and potentially replace the retiring State Rep. Chris Ross.
Eric Roe, currently the administrative assistant to County Commissioner Michelle Kichline, said he would seek the party’s nomination. Previously, Kennett Square attorney...
Malvern goes seven-for-seven in All-Catholic Chorus selections
MALVERN. – Seven auditioned and seven made the cut. On October 27, seniors Skyler Davis (Chester Springs), Rob DiCicco (Broomall) and Mike Gormley (Malvern); juniors Turner Emery (Phoenixville), Nick Gatti (St. Davids) and R.J. Napoli (Norristown); and sophomore Christian Franck (Kennett Square) traveled to Monsignor Bonner-Archbishop Prendergast High School in Drexel Hill to audition for...
On Stage: The Nutcracker ushers in holiday season
Also: Jethro Tull co-founder brings his band to area
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Pennsylvania Ballet’s annual production of “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker” is one of the most cherished—and longest running—family holiday traditions for families in the region. For many, a visit to Philadelphia to enjoy the lavish presentation by the world-famous Pennsylvania Ballet...
People’s Light plans holiday panto, Jan. 9
MALVERN — People’s Light will offer a relaxed performance of The Three Musketeers (The Later Years): A Musical Panto on Saturday, January 9th, 2016 at 2 pm on the Leonard C. Haas Stage. Relaxed performances are specially adjusted sensory-friendly shows, designed to create a theatre experience that is judgment-free, and welcoming of children and families with a wide range of sensory, learning,...
Dinniman expresses concern over OK of aquifer water sales
State Sen. Andy Dinniman (D-19)
WEST CHESTER — The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) approved Artesian Water Company’s proposal to withdraw water from the Broad Run Aquifer for commercial sale, Wedneday. The approval included an expanded water monitoring program and other protections advocated by local residents concerned that the project will deplete their wells.
State Senator Andy Dinniman,...
Dog licenses now available at county treasurer’s office
HARRISBURG — Department of Agriculture officials announced today that 2016 dog licenses are now available through their local county treasurer’s office and authorized third-party vendors, but Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding also warned dog owners to be cautious about where they buy their license. Some unauthorized websites offer licenses, charging unnecessary fees, and offering little protection...
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