Art Watch: Pulling back the curtain
The art of architecture is revealed in local show
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
“Architectural Sketches: Building an Idea” opens this Friday, January 15 at The Oxford Art Alliance with an opening reception from 5-8pm. This exciting exhibition showcases the early stage architectural renderings of renown local architects Ed Rahme, Wayne Simpson and Todd Tully Danner.
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Letter: Newlin ordinance doesn’t make horse sense
To The Editor,
Chester County’s agricultural and equine heritage has helped make it what it is today – one of the most desirable places to live in the Commonwealth and the nation. If not for the equine agriculture, horse farms, and horse lovers, there is no question that the area’s rolling hills, lush open spaces and unfettered horizons would look a lot different.
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Restricted travel on Route 52: Jan 19 – 26th
Gas main installation scheduled
KENNETT TOWNSHIP – Travel restrictions are scheduled on eastbound Route 52 (Kennett Pike) between Hillendale Road and Byron Road in Kennett Township beginning Tuesday, January 19, for utility construction by PECO Energy, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said today. Utility crews will work weekdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM through...
UHS’ marching band named grand champs: Taxslayers Gator Bowl
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
Happy members of Unionville High’s marching band take a moment to enjoy being named Grand Champions.
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Chester County’s own Unionville High School marching band took home the title of 1st place and was named overall Grand Champion – Class A at the January 2nd ‘Taxslayers’ Gator Bowl. The band took home an impressive...
Historic Kennett Square’s annual update 2016 announced
KENNETT SQUARE – The community is invited to attend Historic Kennett Square’s annual update scheduled for January 28, 6 PM, at Genesis Health Care Building (Garden Level), 101 East State Street, Kennett Square.
The evening will feature guest speaker, Todd J. Poole, Managing Principal, 4Ward Planning Inc. and Kennett Economic Consultant. Light refreshments will be served.
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AG’s 5th grade art showcased at Brandywine River Museum
‘Imagine Brandywine’ project features the changing farmscapes of the Avon Grove District
Drawings by 160 fifth grade students from Avon Grove Intermediate School are on display at the Brandywine River Museum – Chadds Ford, through the end of February. The artwork is inspired by the disappearing farmscapes that used to dominate the Avon Grove School District. Art students examined...
Dinniman announces $40,000 grant for CCIU
State Sen. Andrew Dinniman
State Senator Andy Dinniman today announced that the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) will receive $400,000 in grant funding for after-school programs in southern Chester County.
The three-year grant comes through the federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The program provides academic enrichment opportunities...
Rzucidlo announces bid for 158th seat
Susan Rzucidlo
Susan Rzucidlo officially announced her 2016 campaign for the 158th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Thursday.
This marks Rzucidlo’s fourth bid for the seat, but the first with the seat open — long-time State Rep. Chris Ross is retiring.
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WC Mayor Comitta announces run for state house
Carolyn Comitta
West Chester Mayor Carolyn Comitta announced her candidacy this week for the Pennsylvania State House seat in the 156th District, vowing to bring a spirit of bipartisan cooperation and strong leadership to Harrisburg. Comitta, West Chester’s first female Mayor and its first Democratic Mayor since 1992, will be the Democratic challenger to incumbent Dan Truitt.
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DA announces new Detective Chief, Lt.
Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan (seated) with new Chief of Detectives Kevin Dykes (right) and new Det. Lt. Michael McGinnis.
WEST CHESTER — Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced the promotion this week of new commanders for the Chester County Detectives.
Kevin Dykes has been named the Chief of the Chester County Detectives. Michael McGinnis has been promoted to the position...
