At Sandy Hollow, hallowed ground gets respect
Reenactment of 1777 battle brings history alive for thousands
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
During the height of the battle, a haze of musket fire fills the air at Sandy Hollow in Birmingham Township.
“A most infernal fire of cannon and musquetry”is how one officer described the fighting he witnessed at Sandy Hollow in Birmingham Township during the Battle of the Brandywine...
Thousands turn out for Kennett Run
Annual run raises money for area charities
By Hannah Christopher, Road running columnist, The Time
Runners take off from the start of The Kennett Run, Saturday. The annual road racing in Kennett Square race event helps raise funds for a number of local charities.
KENNETT SQUARE — On Saturday, the borough was taken over by a lively and sporty event involving thousands of people in our area.
Route...
Tips for buying the perfect swimwear
With summer on the near horizon, don’t stress, be smart
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Memorial Day weekend! Can you believe that we FINALLY made it? After the brutally cold winter and soggy spring, could warm, sunny weather be ahead?!? Let’s celebrate!
Don’t let shopping for a bathing suit dampen your spirits! There will be NO fat talk! This year, we will embrace our...
Walker: a small government is a better one
158th GOP candidate sees low taxes as key to sparking growth
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Cuyler Walker
EAST MARLBOROUGH — When it comes to government, if you ask Republican state house candidate Cuyler Walker, less is more.
“In order to have a strong economy, I think the more limited amount of resources the government takes out of the economy, the better off we are,” said, Walker, running...
What to do: Battle of Brandywine, art, music and more
A wide range of exciting events to overfill your May weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
A busy weekend of activities might just be topped by the reenactment of The Battle of Shady Hollow will be reenacted this weekend in Birmingham Township.
“On Hallowed Ground,” the re-enactment of the 1777 Battle of Sandy Hollow, is scheduled to be held on May 17 and 18 at Sandy Hollow Heritage...
Indian Hannah earns new high-visibility venue
Monument re-dedicated at location outside Longwood Gardens
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Paul B. Redman, director of Longwood Gardens, explains what led to the relocation and rededication of the Indian Hannah monument.
With a reverence for the past and an eye to the future, state and local officials gathered at the entrance to Longwood Gardens on Thursday, May 15, to re-dedicate...
‘No-hit’ wonder Aztec Two Step at The Flash, Fri.
No chart-toppers, but still a long-time fan favorite
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
Aztec Two-Step brings their unique sound to The Flash in Kennett Square, May 16.
There are a number of musical acts — a very large number — that can be classified as “One Hit Wonders.” The roster spans the decades from the 1950s to the 2010s and ranges from Ivory Joe Hunter with his 1956...
Denton Hollow residents mad about detour traffic
With Rt. 52 closed, narrow roadway is used to get to Rt. 926
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
Although signs have been posted advising against suing Denton Hollow Road as a detour route for the closed Rt. 52, local residents say they’re still seeing speeding, reckless driving and excessive traffic on their roadway.
POCOPSON — During Monday night’s Board of Supervisors’ meeting,...
Inside the tailgating competition at Willowdale
English Country Afternoon theme offers stunning displays
By Cathy Branciaroli, Special To The Times
First place winners Jennifer and Jonathan Bordelon’s display featured hearty food and a place to lounge at the end of the hunt, during Sunday’s Willowdale Steeplechase tailgating competition.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Tailgating has been a part of the Willowdale Steeplechase tradition since...
Fun-filled festival fueled by ecology
Celebrate 6th Annual Energy Independence Day in Modena
MODENA – A day of iconic, ecological free entertainment awaits visitors to the Waste Oil Recyclers and Organic Mechanics Sixth Annual Energy Independence Day on Sunday, May 18, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the innovative MoGreena Complex at 6 Union St.
Waste Oil Recyclers, a proponent of the waste-not philosophy, recycles used cooking oil, transforming...
