Documentary about Unionville-area 9/11 victim wins Murrow award
Comcast SportsNet’s ‘Remembering Richie’ spotlighted Upland hockey star who died in WTC
Richie Stewart as seen in his hockey playing days at Upland Country Day School. Stewart worked for Cantor Fitzgerald and died in the 9/11 attacks on the world Trade Center. His story was the subject of a documentary on Comcast SportsNet which won an Edward R. Murrow award.
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Make the most of your dental insurance
Knowing your plan and your options can save you money and keep you healthier
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, The Times
If you have dental benefits, congratulations! – You’re one of the lucky ones. Many folks have no benefits. Too many of us have very little idea how our plans work and how much they actually cover. This is unfortunate and often works to the benefit of the insurance...
Resident asks Pocopson officials to look at solicitation limits
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON — The time of the Fuller Brush Man or Avon Lady is long gone – in part, because people are afraid to open their doors to unfamiliar faces.
Stories about strangers luring children from backyards, robberies in broad daylight, and home invasions often monopolize the evening news. In addition, neighborhood schools hold seminars on “stranger danger”...
Unionville football video highlights
Unionville vs. Garnet Valley, Aug. 31, 2012
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Yes, you can shop at trendy youth stores
Be wary of sizing and pick your spots, but you could save a bundle
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Forever 21 is one of my favorite places to shop and I’m not ashamed to admit it.
(I know, I know. Insert “old lady” joke here.)
HOWEVER, if you are slightly over the age of 21 and choose to enter this store, you must adhere to a few simple guidelines. Otherwise, you could be leaving...
Miscues cost Indians in season opener
Unionville drops 21-20 battle to Garnet Valley
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Unionville running back Brad Pechin breaks into the open in the early going, heading into the endzone. Pechin, a senior, finished with 60 yards rushing on 17 carries in the Indians’ 21-20 loss to Garent Valley, Friday night. Photo by Jim Gill.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — At times dominant, others sloppy, Unionville opened...
Living History: Chadds Ford Days brings past alive
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
A historic reenactor works on an 18th century loom, during a demonstration at the 2011 Chadds Ford Days, which take place Sept. 8 & 9. Photo courtesy of the Chadds Ford Historical Society.
Local residents and visitors to the Brandywine Valley know it as the home of the famous Wyeth family of artists and picturesque countryside, but few know the history behind...
Ski open house Sept. 5
EXTON — Brandywine Valley Ski Association will hold it’s annual new member open house on Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 7:30 pm at The Brickside Grill, 540 Wellington Square, Exton PA 19341 in the Eagleview Town Center.
All area residents are welcome to stop by and learn about this strictly not-for-profit mutual benefit club which promotes skiing and other year round outdoor adventures and social...
Pocopson faces $400K in sediment plan costs
Supervisors say they are frustrated by high cost, lack of proof remediation will benefit creek
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
Pocopson township officials are worried that new rules on sediment discharge into local streams, such as the Brandywine, seen here from Birmingham, could cost the township some $400,000 over the next five years and may not provide much of a solution.
POCOPSON — During...
On The Trail: The Laurels
The Laurels – Shady Loop Trail
Round trip distance: 4 miles round trip in the shade; additional 2 miles with the out-and-back side trails
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Caution: Closed for hunting on occasion during deer season. Heed posted signs.
Website: http://www.brandywineconservancy.org/laurelsPreserve.html
Trail Map: http://goo.gl/maps/L9DpS (trail map is approximate)
Membership Information:...
