Truly the season of giving smiles
Give Kids A Smile program helps local children
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, The Times
‘Tis the season to be jolly, it is for most of us, but not if you’re a child with a toothache.
Last week, I donated an afternoon of my time to Give Kids a Smile. This program pairs volunteer dentists and staff with children in need of basic dental care. 10 years ago, the program started as...
New kiosk dishing out food as well as hope
CCIU venture in government services building offers opportunity for students, food options for county employees
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Chester County officials celebrate the opening of the County Cup in the lobby of the county Government Services Building in Westtown. The new kiosk, offering light lunch options and hot and cold beverages, opens today. From left, celebrating the ribbon cutting:...
Bushelow, Dupuis elected to BOE posts
Bushelow to continue as board president, Dupuis new vice president
Eileen Bushelow, left, was reelected as president of the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education. Victor Dupuis, right, will be the new vice president.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education’s annual reorganization meeting was quick and to the point: in a four-minute session, the board voted unanimously...
Grant terms could kill Rt. 82 bike path
E. Marlborough officials concerned about details, potential costs in deal with PennDOT
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Complicated language that apparently obscures financial responsibility in the grant application for the proposed Route 82 bike path could end local support for the project, unless the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) agrees to modify the agreement...
On The Trail: Hunting 101 for Hikers
If you have been hiking lately, you will have seen notices around to wear blaze orange at preserves, and maybe even have heard the sound of gunshots. Deer hunting starts with bow hunting in September and gun hunting lasting through the end of January (see Hunting Seasons and Bag Limits for all animals in PA for this year). There is no deer hunting on Sundays at this time.
The Land Conservancy for Southern...
Holiday shopping: my kryptonite
11 months a year, I rule the mall — but holiday time is another story
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I am a very skilled shopper. I can sniff out a bargain a million miles away, navigate crowds like a pro and be in and out of a dressing room faster than Superman.
Wanna know what I’m TERRIBLE at?
Christmas shopping.
You heard me. Christmas shopping is my kryptonite. It makes me...
Sell now? Yes, you might get a better deal
Because of low housing inventories, listing your house now might bring a better price
By Jill Goldman, Special to The Times
Now that we have entered the holiday season you may hear a popular myth that houses don’t sell at this time of year. Not true! In fact, at this time of year we see a surprising number of buyers looking for housing and a predictably low number of homes on the market.
Why? Relocation...
Officials: O’Neill fled to Ireland
Sean O’Neil has apparently fled to Ireland, local law enforcement officials say.l
Chester County law enforcement officials say they believe that 23-year-old Sean O’Neill Jr., sought on a bench warrant, has fled the country and is in Ireland, to evade charges stemming from alleged violation of the terms of his probation, stemming from a 2011 DUI crash. O’Neill faced charges as juvenile...
Aclaimed tenor to perform with Unionville students
Acclaimed tenor Marco Panuccio will perform with Unionville High School students at a special concert at the school, Dec. 7.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Famed lyric tenor Marco Panuccio will share the stage with a number of Unionville High School students during a performance in the high school’s auditorium Dec. 7 as part of his December tour: ‘”O Holy Night–An Evening of Holiday Song.” ...
Tips for buying and keeping your Christmas tree fresh
Christmas trees on display at the Brandywine Ace, Pet & Farm in Pocopson. Following a few simple tips can lead to your tree lasting longer.
With Christmas now just weeks away, local shoppers will be thinking about where, when and how to buy their Christmas trees. The folks at Brandywine Ace Hardware & Pet — who already have a wide selection of trees available, have been offering advice to...
