I bet you didn’t know…they were dentists

From grape juice to the OK Corral, dentists have made their mark in surprising ways By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD, FAGD, Columnist, The Times Dentistry is a profession full of interesting (not the adjective my husband usually uses) people. I thought it might be entertaining  to track down some of the more famous (infamous?) dentists. Paul Revere: Everyone knows Paul Revere was a silversmith who advertised...

Neighbors back Unionville ice cream shop plan

E. Marlborough Supervisors to rule on conditional use This historic house in Unionville Village, on Route 82 at Cemetary Lane, could become home to an ice cream parlor later this year if township officials sign off on the plan. By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times EAST MARLBOROUGH — Barring any late changes of plans, it appears possible that a new ice cream shop could be open for business in the heart...

Abandoned Pocopson house may finally be torn down

Builder would tear down house, combine two lots to build new home on Rt. 52 By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times A new proposed plan could finally eliminate a long-standing headache for Pocopson township officials: an abandoned home on Lenape Road. A developer proposes tearing down the existing structure and building a new house, by combining two lots. POCOPSON — An abandoned property along Route...

Six UHS swimmers advance to states

Unionville High School swimmers celebrate following a strong showing at the District 1 meet this past weekend. From left, Asst. Coach Ashley Golman, Kate Evanko, Laura Barthold, Erin Polries, Mackenzie Hornibrook, Asst. Coach Claire Musser, Head Coach Maribeth Lyle PHILADELPHIA — The Unionville High School Swimming and Diving team had great success over the past weekend at the PIAA District I Championships. Six...

Quenching thirst for beer – and its history

 Victory Brewing Co. co-founder entertains crowd at CFHS By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Bill Covaleski, co-founder of Victory Brewing Company, shares more beer samples and conversation after his well-received lecture at the Chadds Ford Historical Society. Bill Covaleski, co-founder of Downingtown’s thriving Victory Brewing Company, owes a considerable amount of debt; fortunately...

UHS’ Hornibrook dominates at district swim meet

Unionville High School senior Mackenzie Hornibrook turned in a dominating performance at the PIAA District 1 swim meet, this week. PHILADELPHIA — Mackenzie Hornibrook, a senior at Unionville High School, turned in a dominating performance at the PIAA District 1 Championship Swim Meet on Thursday 2/29-Friday 3/1 at LaSalle University, winning the district champion title. Hornibrook, who is Captain...

New! Exciting! The Sunday Super Six

Six items that tell you what I’m thinking about By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Welcome to the first installment of the “Sunday Super Six!”  Sounds exciting, huh? On the first Sunday of each month, I will highlight the six things foremost on my mind.  I have a feeling it will become as popular as Letterman’s Top Ten. Here it goes… 1. ENOUGH with this cold, grey, dreary weather!...

2013 Phila. Flower Show catering to variety of tastes

Art and cuisine from Chester County will be among offerings An installation by an artistic team from the Chester County Art Association,  entitled “Hockney’s Haven” and inspired by a David Hockney painting, will be displayed at the 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show. When the 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show opens Saturday, March 2, in the city’s Convention Center, Chester County will...

E. Marlborough warns of stolen storm grates

Storm water grates such as this one have been coming up missing in Southern Chester County, East Marlborough Police warn. Residents are warned to look for missing grates, as the resulting holes can be 10 to 20 feet and represent a serious safety hazard. Residents warned over hazard of deep holes where grates are missing EAST MARLBOROUGH — Township officials are warning local residents about thefts...

Brehm and Kelly showcased at 64th Chadds Ford Art Sale and Show

Over 70 artists featured March 15 & 16; New attractions include cartoonist John Gallagher, art tours, and children’s ‘Art Café’ By Suzanne Misciagna, Staff Writer, The Times Donating Artist, Madeleine Kelly (left) with her artwork “Standing Tall” and Featured artist Stephen Brehm with his painting “Touched By Spring” will showcase their artwork at the Chadds Ford...