Welcome mat for new Kennett Square retailers
Crowds gather for opening of 6 businesses in West State Street space
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Patrons enjoy the ambiance as well as the food and beverage offerings at Nourish Coffee Shop & Juice Bar in the Market at Liberty Place on West State Street.
The Belgian Tripel infused with local redbuds and the West Coast-style IPA samples from the not-even-open-yet Kennett...
Hundreds of homeless in county spur changes
New toll-free number proves popular addition to proactive approach
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
This makeshift housing typifies what volunteers saw during the “point-in-time” count in January that revealed 625 Chester County citizens without a permanent residence.
Wielding flashlights and cartons of supplies – clothes, food and blankets – a team of volunteers...
County finally gets new Health Dept. head
Ga. woman with local ties will replace director who resigned in Dec.
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Jeanne Casner will start Aug. 26 as director of the Chester County Health Department, the commissioners said Thursday.
After months of searching, Chester County has a new director for its acclaimed Health Department, the county commissioners said Thursday.
At their regular meeting,...
One Book One Unionville unites community
Local residents invited to read, interact with each other and the author
By Nicole Brown Staff Writer, The Times
Community members are encouraged to read The Queen of Water along with the students and attend the visit with Laura Resau.
This summer, Unionville High School is trying something new.
The One Book One Unionville summer reading program began this year, and asks all high school students,...
Saturday Night Racing: Chesco Grand Prix offers fun for all ages
Garneau Quebecor holds big lead entering final stage
By Steven Silverman, Correspondent, The Times
The earlier stages of the Chesco Gran Prix, as seen above, were run throughout Chester County. The final stage is Saturday in Kennett Square. Image courtesy Chesco Gran Prix.
KENNETT SQUARE — The Chesco Grand Prix makes its annual stop in the borough this Saturday, when the competitive aspect of...
Knowing who is who in your dental office
It takes a team of professionals to keep you fully healthy
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
It’s easy to get confused when so many people work in a modern dental practice. Most dental practices have a variety of skilled people working to provide you with state of art dental care. It takes a team to provide great dentistry.
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Unionville grad enjoys whirlwind after being named Miss Delaware
UHS class of 2010 member set to compete for Miss America in Sept.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Becca Jackson, a 2010 graduate of Unionville High School, was crowned as Miss Delaware last month. Photo courtesy Miss Delaware Scholarship Organization. Joe Whiteko Photography
To say that the last two weeks have been something of a whirlwind for Becca Jackson — a 2010 graduate of Unionville High...
Sip N Shop at Brandywine Prime, July 11
CHADDS FORD — The Bizzigirls Community Marketing Cooperative is working with the United Way of Southern Chester County with a series of Pop Up events, starting this Thursday, July 11.
The first event is a Bizzigirl Pop Up Sip N Shop scheduled on July 11, from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at Brandywine Prime in Chadds Ford.
The event features local indie vendors selling unique hand-crafted goods. The lineup...
New county detective continues family legacy
Robert Balchunis has been assigned to Major Case Squad
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Chester County Detective Robert Balchunis, the latest addition to the investigative arm of the District Attorney’s Office, began his new post this week, said District Attorney Tom Hogan.
A respected police officer who may be genetically predisposed to investigative work has joined the Chester...
Kennett Square boom continues past 4th of July
New venue for food vendors, artwork to open in borough on Friday
Downtown Kennett Square continues to serve as a magnet for new businesses with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled on Friday for a new retail space: The Market at Liberty Place.
The business debuting at 148 West State Street will host a variety of food vendors, including George & Sons Seafood, Nourish Coffee Shop & Juice Bar,...
