A few words to inspire
On a difficult Sunday morning, a few thoughts that help me daily
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I love Christmas…not for the gifts (although, they are lovely to receive) but for the time spent with family and friends. I look forward to toasting to a new year and all of the wonderful potential it brings.
There are many quotes that I have pinned to my Pinterest account that inspire me...
Time for common sense on both sides of cliff talk
Both sides seem more focused on talking points than facts
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Before, we get started here, my thoughts and prayers to the people of Newtown, Conn. It is a community so much like so many parts of Chester County, it is impossible not to feel both sympathy and horror.
As a parent, it chills the blood. I’m not sure there was anything different that could have been done by...
E. Marlborough police warn of mail, package thefts
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Township police are warning residents about a series of thefts from mailboxes and from front porches after dark — grinches apparently happy to ruin the holidays for local residents.
Township police Lt. Robert Clarke issued the warning Friday, noting “during the past week there have been numerous thefts of mail from residential mailboxes,” he said in a statement.
“The...
Unionville students sign letters of intent
Three Unionville High School seniors signed letters of intent this week to continue their athletic careers. Pictured from L to R are: Nicole Bonaduce (Lacrosse at Mt. Union), Mandy Hammond (Softball at Millersville), and Beth Dine (Soccer at Marshall). Also in the picture are Wendy Landry (UHS Lacrosse coach), Doug and Amy Bonaduce, Janelle Hadly (UHS Softball coach), Debbi & Jeff Hammond, Julie...
Art Gala raises $11,000 for Unionville High PTO
Carol Apicella (PTO and Art Gala), Michelle Montgomery (Co-President UHS PTO), Sheila Himes (Co-President UHS PTO), Lynda Nadin (Art Gala and PTO) all share a moment with the check for $11,000, funds raised by the UHS Art Gala, which will help to fund various programs and projects at the High School.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Organizers of the annual Unionville High School Art Gala recently presented a...
Residents push Pitts over ‘Fiscal Cliff’ vote
Largely collegial event features satirical carols, detailed talk about spending and taxes at Congressman’s district office
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Local residents gather to sing satirical Christmas carols and talk spending and taxes in the district office of U.S. Rep. Joe Pitts in Unionville, Monday evening. The local group, organized in part by MoveOn.com and the Kennett Area Democrats,...
Pocopson moves to ban soliciting
New law halts door-to-door peddlers; exceptions for civic, political, religious groups
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON — At a recent Board of Supervisors’ meeting, township officials voted to establish an ordinance banning peddling and soliciting in the township and violators could face fines as high as $1,000.
According to Supervisors’ Chair, Steve Conary, homeowners’ associations...
Be the best dressed at your holiday party
A few tips to make you sparkle at holiday events
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Holiday parties should be cause for celebration! We need to EMBRACE the opportunity to escape the pressures of the season, drink a glass of bubbly and have some FUN!
Do not let a case of the “But, what do I wear?” get you down! I am armed and ready to solve that problem.
Here is my NO FAIL, hands down...
Time for a sensible talk about police
As the events of this week proved, things aren’t getting any safer out there
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
A bit like an 80-degree afternoon in December would be for a climate-change denier, this week must have been a difficult one for those suggesting that peaceful, quiet Chester County doesn’t need to think about doing something about police protection.
Between the chilling details involving...
State Police warn crime, heroin use is on the rise
Tell local residents to lock homes and cars to prevent thefts
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Chester County might be a seemingly quiet rural area, but State Police are warning local residents that crime is an increasingly evident issue, specifically warning residents to make sure they lock their cars and homes, as drug-driven crime is on the rise locally.
State Police Cpl. Mark...
