PA American Water presents environmental grant for educational camp
Brandywine Red Clay Alliance received a $4,500 grant from PA American Water
COATESVILLE, Pa. (July 7, 2015) – Pennsylvania American Water said today it awarded one of its 2015 Environmental Grants to the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance, which is among seven watershed initiatives across the state that earned financial support through the company’s Environmental Grant Program.
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Concept School educator charged with indecent assault
George James Symonds
THORNBURY — The Head of School of the Concept School was arrested and charged with corruption of minors, indecent assault, and related charges involving an alleged series of incidents with a teenage student from the school., Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan said Tuesday.
George James Symonds, 62, who has been a teacher at the school since 2004 and Head of School, similar...
Birmingham BOS in final stages of comprehensive plan
Resident expresses concerns about use of chemical weed killer
By Kris Firey-Poling, Correspondent, The Times
BIRMINGHAM – At Monday’s meeting of the Birmingham Township Board of Supervisors, a lighter than typical agenda included discussion of the Comprehensive Plan, adopting dog waste removal service, and PennDot’s use of vegetation management chemicals.
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Tredyffrin Public Library hosts performance arts camps
“Plans afoot for summer performance camps.” – Pictured Left to right: Nell Hoban, David Gleichman, Sarah Whelan
STRAFFORD – Tredyffrin Township Libraries believe in empowering, inspiring, and supporting the interests of young people. The 2015 summer performance arts camps seek to cultivate performance arts skills and instill confidence in students in rising fifth through rising ninth grades....
Kennett Twp. appoints new police chief
Kennett Township’s new Chief of Police, Lydell Nolt.
KENNETT TOWNSHIP – Kennett Township announced that Officer Lydell Nolt was appointed Chief of Police July 1, 2015.
The police press release states, “Chief Lydell Nolt is an exemplary Police Officer for Kennett Township, and we know that he will be an outstanding Chief of Police. He is devoted to serving and protecting our...
Sunday Super Six: Food & fashion with a patriotic twist
Happy Fourth of July weekend! This is easily one of my favorite holidays. Fireworks on the beach with family and friends, what could be better? In the spirit of patriotism, I have created a red, white and blue Sunday Super Six that I looooooove! Here are the details:
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Chadds Ford BOS address storm damage, appoint new fire marshall & honor community leader
By Kris Firey-Poling, Correspondent, The Times
CHADDS FORD – At Wednesday’s meeting of the Chadds Ford Towsnhip Board of Supervisors meeting, storm damage, emergency services and honoring a community leader topped the agenda.
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PA Dept. of Higher Ed’s ‘Infinite Opportunities’ premieres this week
Harrisburg – “Infinite Opportunities,” a half-hour, public affairs program featuring Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education universities, will premiere at 2 p.m., this Sunday, on the Pennsylvania Cable Network.
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Kennett’s Evan Brown – Qualifies for USGA Junior Amateur, sets sites on PGA Tour
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
Evan Brown practicing on his home course – Hartefeld National
KENNETT SQUARE – At the age of just two years old, Evan Brown already showed a love for the game of golf. Today, this 16 year-old Kennett High School (KHS) junior and honors student has set his sights high. Brown continues his climb within the Junior Golf circuit, and recently qualified for...
Costello & Esty introduce ‘CARE for All Veterans Act’
Congressman Ryan Costello (R-PA)
Bipartisan legislation would expand care for all caregivers of veterans
Washington, DC – Thursday Congressman Ryan Costello (R-PA) and Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty (D-CT) introduced HR 2894: the Caregivers Access and Responsible Expansion (CARE) for All Veterans Act in an effort to increase access to the current VA Caregiver Support Program to all service-era veterans....
