County collects hazardous waste, old electronics
Chester County Solid Waste Authority sees large turnout for disposal event
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
CALN – The Chester County Solid Waste Authority collected hazardous waste and old computers in the parking lot of the Coatesville Area 9/10 Center on Friday.
Around 770 cars showed up to get rid of electronics, solvents, oil based paint, and chemicals.
“It needs to be disposed of...
Vaughn ousted as County Democrat chair
McGinniss slate wins narrow victory at party reorg meeting
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
In a somewhat surprising development, long-time Chester County Democratic Committee chair Michele Vaughn was defeated Thursday night in her bid for a third term leading the county’s Democrats. Brian McGinnis, an East Bradford resident, won a narrow victory at the committee’s reorganization meeting.
Vaughn,...
What To Do: Summer Solstice at TLC, Chadds Ford
First weekend of summer is packed with family-friendly events
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
The Chadds Ford Historical Society hosts a “Colonial Faire,” this weekend as part of the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the Barns-Brinton House.
Swim clubs have had their pools open for several weeks already and schools have all finished the course years but summer will not officially...
On Stage: Lili Añel, Jim Boggia headlining this weekend
Tribute bands at Flash, Carey and Sample at Burlap & Bean
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
Lili Añel headlines at the Burlap & Bean Coffeehouse, Friday night.
This weekend, two talented musicians who grew up elsewhere and relocated to Philadelphia before the turn of the century will be performing at area coffee houses. Both are musicians who have become fixtures in the local music...
On Your Table: A perfect day for a picnic
Today is International Picnic Day — a great day for meal in the fresh air
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Ashley Tidwell and son Cayden are all set to enjoy healthy fruit and salad before he takes off to play in the park.
This week we celebrate one of the greatest ways to enjoy the summer season – dining al fresco with family or friends, enjoying delicious food, games and...
Unionville seeks assistant football coach
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Unionville High School is looking for a varsity/JV assistant football coach for the fall.
Previous playing or coaching experience is preferred, but we can work with a person who is enthusiastic and willing to learn. Applicants must be available to coach after school during the week.
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Dutkiewicz new principal at Chadds Ford Elementary
Joins Unionville-Chadds Ford School District from Penn-Delco
By Mike McGann, Editor, the Times
Shawn Dutkiewicz was unanimously approved Monday night by the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education as the new principal at Chadds Ford Elementary School.
POCOPSON — Chadds Ford Elementary School has a new leader.
The Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education unanimously voted Monday to hire Shawn Dutkiewicz...
What to expect when you’re expecting at the dentist
Being pregnant doesn’t mean skipping a visit to your dentist
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Every day there are questions about how safe is it to go the dentist when you are pregnant. Preventive dental procedures, such as dental cleanings and examinations are not only safe, they are recommended and encouraged by most physicians.
Still, some procedures such as x-rays...
Unionville Youth Football Camp, July 28-31
New week, same old great focus on skills and fundamentals for young players
EAST MARLBOROUGH — The 2014 Unionville Youth Football Camp has a new week- July 28-31. These four days promise to be fun and exciting learning experiences. Join your frends and teammates as you prepare for the football season! Whether you are a new or experienced player, you will benefit from our camp.
The camp runs from...
UCF board deadlocks on vacancy
2014-15 budget passed with 2.66% tax increase
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
POCOPSON — It could be as long as a month before the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education appoints a replacement for Eileen Bushelow, after the board deadlocked Monday night on a vote for a replacement.
The board now plans to meet July 14 to vote on the matter after Robert Sage and Hsinte (James) Yen both got four...
