E. Marlborough warns of stolen storm grates

Storm water grates such as this one have been coming up missing in Southern Chester County, East Marlborough Police warn. Residents are warned to look for missing grates, as the resulting holes can be 10 to 20 feet and represent a serious safety hazard. Residents warned over hazard of deep holes where grates are missing EAST MARLBOROUGH — Township officials are warning local residents about thefts...

Brehm and Kelly showcased at 64th Chadds Ford Art Sale and Show

Over 70 artists featured March 15 & 16; New attractions include cartoonist John Gallagher, art tours, and children’s ‘Art Café’ By Suzanne Misciagna, Staff Writer, The Times Donating Artist, Madeleine Kelly (left) with her artwork “Standing Tall” and Featured artist Stephen Brehm with his painting “Touched By Spring” will showcase their artwork at the Chadds Ford...

Living History: Markers to a forgotten war

Chester County played large role in now almost forgotten War of 1812 By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times A marker in Kennett Square commemorates the American troops that encamped near the current location of the Country Butcher at Cypress and Walnut streets. Much attention has been given to the upcoming 150th anniversaries of two major Civil War events- the Battle of Gettysburg on July 1st–...

Preview: UHS’ Guys & Dolls is a sure winner

At Unionville High School, show runs from Thursday through Saturday By Eddy K. Foster, Staff Writer, The Times The much-beloved musical Guys and Dolls opens Thursday night at Unionville High School. Based on previews, the production is a winner and a must-see. Show leads include: Natalie Walden (Miss Adelaide), Brandon Baumeister(NathanDetroit), Evan DuPuis (Sky Masterson) and Victoria Provost (Sgt....

On The Trail: Goose Creek Park

Round trip distance: ~0.5mile (can be extended to about 0.7mile by taking unpaved side trails) Difficulty: Easy Information: http://www.thornburytwp.com/PDF/Park%20Facilities.pdf Trail map: https://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=ml This is a tiny park, at a total of about 12 acres, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in character. Views and serenity are abundant, as are park benches from...

Letter: Social media shows possible bias in family court

To The Editor: Last year, there were approximately 34,000 divorces in the state of Pennsylvania. Divorce can be literally one of the most stressful situations any of us can experience in our life and it is traumatic for both a couple and or the children of the marriage. Most often, it is not just the emotional toll of ending a relationship but the complications of custody that often occur with ending...

Patton students school faculty on court

Teachers and faculty from Patton Middle School had a tough time keeping up with members of the Boys and Girls Eighth Grade basketball teams during the annual student-faculty game, Friday. The event, which packed the school’s gym, raised money for the school’s Parent-Teacher Organization. EAST MARLBOROUGH — It seemed like a slam dunk. Match up a bunch of grown adults — some with impressive...

Upland hosts Finns to celebrate 35 years of exchanges

About 80 Finnish students visted Upland Country Day School last week — including the TPS Turku Finland hockey team. Members of the TPS Turku team and Upland Boys hockey teams were invited to a Philadelphia Flyers game when they played the Florida Panthers. After the game, the boys were invited down to the locker room to meet Flyers defenseman Kimmo Timone, a former TPS Turku player. EAST MARLBOROUGH...

Classical music at Brandywine River Museum, March 7

Andrius Zlabys PENNSBURY — Music comes to the Brandywine River Museum with musicians from Astral Artists, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to discover promising classical musicians, March 7. That evening with a start time of 7:30 p.m., Grammy-nominated pianist Andrius Zlabys will perform works by Grieg, Franck and Brahms. Galleries open at 6 p.m. Admission is $25 for adults, $20 for members...

Can you blog your way to a better look?

Fashion bloggers can help you update your look By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times I am the first to admit that my fashion inspiration is often pirated from my favorite bloggers.  I love to steal their style and transform it into my own personal look.  One of my favorites is Blair Eadie from “Atlantic Pacific”.  Check out her blog here:  http://atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com She is effortlessly...