Lincoln University hosting free chamber concert
Performance on Feb. 11 will feature world premiere harp concerto
Dirk Brosse will conduct the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia at a performance at the Lincoln University on Feb. 11.
The Lincoln University welcomes the final of two free Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia performances at its International Cultural Center, Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m., a university news release said.
The concert, which...
A journey from Rocky Mountains to Brandywine Valley
New head of Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau announced
Susan Hamley
The region’s snow-filled winter should make the new executive director of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau feel right at home.
The CCCVB board announced on Thursday, Jan. 30, that Susan Hamley would take the reins of the organization, replacing Blair Mahoney, who retired. Hamley has held several...
Vampire-themed Valentine making world premiere
First State Ballet Theatre to perform ‘Irene’ at Grand Opera House
The cast of “Irene” will include dancers Justin Estelle (from left, bottom row) and Emily Shenaut; and Ethan Raysor (top, from left), Molly Rooney, Aubrey Clemens and Jake Nowicki.
Here’s a cultural opportunity patrons can sink their teeth into: the world premiere of “Irene,” a vampire-themed Valentine offered by the...
State police: Keep vehicles locked at all times
Troopers investigating thefts that impacted three drivers
Troopers from the Avondale barracks are investigating three recent thefts from unlocked vehicles in Pennsbury Township, state police said.
The incidents occurred at Stirling Way and Lamp Post Lane sometime between Thursday, Jan. 23, at 10 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 24, at 7 a.m., police said. An emergency kit, prescribed medications, a gift card,...
Art exhibit spotlights area’s iron, steel heritage
Paintings, sculpture will be displayed at Penn State’s Great Valley campus
An exhibit with some artistic and historic heft will open on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Henry Gallery at Penn State’s Great Valley campus.
The unique iron and steel heritage of Chester County and the region set the background for an exhibit, which is entitled “Pennsylvania: Made in Steel.” An opening reception for...
Letters to the editor and the greater conversation
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
We get letters and then sometimes, we get letters.
Some praise the acts of others (once in a while, even us), some take various public and elected officials to task (including us). All of them have one thing in common: they represent the opinion of our readers (you’ll note by looking just above the headline, on this column, the word ‘opinion,’ denoting...
Sanville, UCF board agree to new contract
Deal expected to be formally ratified in Feb., extends term through Aug. 2018
Dr. John Sanville, seated at right front, Superintendent of Schools of the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District reached a tentative deal with the UCF Board of Education on a new contract to stay on as superintendent through Aug. 2018.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Unionville-Chadds Ford School...
Houghton announces bid to take on Pitts
London Grove Democrat cites his record on agriculture, bi-partisanship
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Former State Representative Tom Houghton makes a point about his record of working across the aisle, in announcing Monday that he would take on veteran U.S. Rep Joe Pitts in the race for the 16th District Congressional seat.
WEST HEMPFIELD — In a frosty Lancaster barn full of hay, former State...
Spur warm thoughts with summer camp plans
Brandywine Valley YMCAs holding open houses to showcase kids’ choices
Perhaps thinking about summer camp will add some warmth to parents’ lives during this frigid weather. The YMCA of the Brandywine Valley is holding Camp Open Houses to facilitate that thought process.
Upcoming dates include Feb. 9 at the Jennersville YMCA in West Grove, the Kennett Area YMCA in Kennett Square, and the West...
Democratic commissioner won’t enter 6th District race
Citing family impact, Kathi Cozzone says she won’t run for Congress
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone
A potential battle between Chester County Commissioners for the Sixth District Congressional seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Jim Gerlach won’t happen, a news release from Commissioner Kathi Cozzone said.
“After several weeks of careful...
