KAPRB plans Kids X-County run, July 17, more events in 2014

Kids 14 and under can run in Thursday’s Kids’ Cross Country Run at Anson B. Nixon Park, the first of many events planned for this summer and fall by the Kennett Area Park and Recreation Board. KENNETT — The Kennett Area Park and Recreation Board is swinging into a busy summer and fall schedule of events, kicking off this week with 2014 Kids Cross Country Race, Later this year, KAPRB...

UCF Board appoints Sage

After June deadlock, board is able to reach a majority vote Robert Sage takes the oath of office from Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education President Victor Dupuis as board members Kathleen Do and Steven Simonson and Superintendent of Schools John Sanville look on Monday night. By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times EAST MARLBOROUGH — It took an extra few weeks, but in the end, it just took a few...

Reid appointed Upland head of school

Thomas J. Reid is the new head of school at Upland Country Day School. EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Board of Trustees at Upland Country Day School announced the appointment of Thomas J. Reid as Head of School and the election of three new Trustees. Joining the 17-member board are Peter Thayer, Edwina (Evie) Dutton and Margaret Hamilton Duprey. Tom Reid has more than 25 years experience as a head of...

Keystone FCU recognizes ‘star’ students

WEST CHESTER — Keystone Federal Credit Union announces the winners in the Seventh Annual “Shining Star” Awards.  The award was created to recognize students who have shown a noticeable improvement in academic performance, extra-curricular involvement, attendance, and classroom conduct throughout the school year. “Shining Star” winners each received a $200 share certificate and a trophy...

A ‘small’ problem with new sizing

JCrew’s new 000 size prompts a lot of comments, so? By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times JCrew has a new size: the Triple 000.  Thank goodness!!! I mean, how did we get along without it? Seriously. WHO CARES?!? I love the ranting and politically correct banter on all social media outlets. Like somehow having an extra, extra, extra small will drive millions of women into anorexia. Please. JCrew...

Pocopson meeting moved to school

POCOPSON — Monday night’s Board of Supervisors meeting has been moved to Pocopson Elementary School, due to anticipated large crowds related to the issues regarding Spring Brook Farm. The meeting will begin at 7:30.    Send article as PDF   

County gives $10K to Schuylkill River Heritage Area

Commissioner Terence Farrell; Kurt Zwikl, Executive Director of the Schuylkill River Heritage Area; Commissioner Kathi Cozzone and Commissioners’ Chair Ryan Costello. WEST CHESTER — Chester County Commissioners presented the Schuylkill River Heritage Area with a check for $10,000 at this week’s Commissioners’ meeting, as well as a citation to the organization for its efforts in achieving the...

Treasures for Teachers helping schools in need

Unionville-Chadds Ford schools donate to help needy Delaware Valley schools By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times The giant collection of materials donated by Unionville Elementary School teachers to aid a North Philadelphia elementary school. Hillendale teachers donated earlier this year, while Chadds Ford and Pocopson will be participating later this summer. EAST MARLBOROUGH — A what would normally...

On Stage: Enter ‘The Machine’ July 12

Chester County musicians come home for performances this weekend By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times The Machine, a Pink Floyd tribute band, will be at The World cafe at The Queen, Saturday. The number of Pink Floyd tribute bands around the world probably is in triple figures by now. Some are good, some are bad and some simply are. One of the best is The Machine, a New York-based foursome that...

County finds homes for 102 homeless vets

Exceeds pledge as part of Decade to Doorways plan WEST CHESTER — Chester County successfully fulfilled its plan to house 100 veterans in 100 days, with 102 veterans who were experiencing homelessness moving into permanent housing by June 27th. The campaign, which began on March 17, supports federal strategic efforts to end homelessness among veterans by the end of 2015.  Chester County agencies...