Sandy: the cleanup begins
This tree came down over Doe Run in East Marlborough, on powerlines, as local residents come out to inspect the damage. Numerous roadways across Chester County were closed early Tuesday due to flooding, trees down and power wires down.
Power crews scramble to restore power to more than 50,000 homes without power
Hurricane Sandy let much of Chester County off easy, but downed trees, closed roads and...
Sandy poised for direct hit on Chester County
Virtually all schools and public offices closed, residents advised to stay home
Updated: :5:17 p.m.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Make no mistake, Hurricane Sandy is coming — headed directly at Chester County, sometime late Monday.
The short form is this: if you can stay home, stay home. Travel is expected to become extremely hazardous as the day wears on, as winds rise and objects become airborne.
At...
Updated: Sandy expected to slam area
County opens emergency shelters, storm likely to impact entire county
UPDATED: Sunday, 1:34 p.m.
It’s big, it looks to be bad and residents are being warned by local, county and state officials to prepare for Hurricane Sandy — dubbed Frankenstorm due its unique composition and the near-Halloween timing of the storm.
Pennsylvania Gov Tom Corbett declared a state of emergency in the state Saturday...
Don’t be a fashion terror
Halloween isn’t a good reason to get scary with fashion
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Halloween can be one VERY scary holiday.
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Indians clinch piece of league title
55-30 win over Octorara sets up crucial contest at Kennett, Saturday
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Unionville’s Brad Pechin had a career night, rushing for 177 yards on just 12 carries to lead the Indians past Octorara, 55-30, and clinch at least a piece of the ChesMont American Division title. Jim Gill photo.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — It’s on.
Guided by an explosive offense, Unionville overwhelmed...
Letter: Ross didn’t protect open space
To the Editor
Rep. Chris Ross (R-158) voted for House Bill 2224 which, according to the Pennsylvania Land Trust Association, PennFuture and many other open space organizations, puts public land, including much-loved parks, at risk of being sold for short term gain or on a political whim. It tosses out longstanding rules that ensure government cannot sell parks and other Open Space if the lands...
Bamboo removal sparks complaints
Riverside HOA attempts to remove bamboo near trail, but neighbor says it was on his property
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
A stand of bamboo that may have been encroaching on a trail in the Riverside neighborhood in Pocopson — that the township ordered removed by the homeowners association — has a neighboring property owner saying his property rights were violated, as the bamboo was...
A change could do you good
Step outside of your comfort zone to refresh your look
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Are you in a style rut?
I feel it. And, it’s a dangerous thing. The last time I felt this way, I cut the length of my hair from my shoulders to my chin (then cried for approximately six months, give or take).
A stylish makeover need not be so dramatic…but, in order to feel refreshed, I do believe...
Unionville hangs on for 35-27 win
Holds off late Great Valley comeback to stay undefeated in ChesMont American
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Quarterback Alex Pechin fires his first career TD pass for Unionville, to open the second half, Friday against Great Valley. He teamed with older brother Brad to both throw TD passes, leading the Indians to a 35-27 win. Jim Gill photo.
MALVERN — You’ll excuse Unionville head coach Pat...
