Disney works its magic on UHS music students

School’s bands and choir perform at variety of venues By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Making wishes come true, the Unionville High School Marching Band parades in front of Cinderella’s castle in the Magic Kingdom. Memories of a snow-induced flight delay on Tuesday melted fast when participants in the Unionville High School Music Department’s Walt Disney World trip landed...

Sell now? Yes, you might get a better deal

Because of low housing inventories, listing your house now might bring a better price By Jill Goldman, Special to The Times Now that we have entered the holiday season you may hear a popular myth that houses don’t sell at this time of year. Not true! In fact, at this time of year we see a surprising number of buyers looking for housing and a predictably low number of homes on the market. Why? Relocation...

Officials: O’Neill fled to Ireland

Sean O’Neil has apparently fled to Ireland, local law enforcement officials say.l Chester County law enforcement officials say they believe that 23-year-old Sean O’Neill Jr., sought on a bench warrant, has fled the country and is in Ireland, to evade charges stemming from alleged violation of the terms of his probation, stemming from a 2011 DUI crash. O’Neill faced charges as juvenile...

Aclaimed tenor to perform with Unionville students

Acclaimed tenor Marco Panuccio will perform with Unionville High School students at a special concert at the school, Dec. 7. EAST MARLBOROUGH — Famed lyric tenor Marco Panuccio will share the stage with a number of Unionville High School students during a performance in the high school’s auditorium Dec. 7 as part of his December tour: ‘”O Holy Night–An Evening of Holiday Song.” ...

Tips for buying and keeping your Christmas tree fresh

Christmas trees on display at the Brandywine Ace, Pet & Farm in Pocopson. Following a few simple tips can lead to your tree lasting longer. With Christmas now just weeks away, local shoppers will be thinking about where, when and how to buy their Christmas trees. The folks at Brandywine Ace Hardware & Pet — who already have a wide selection of trees available, have been offering advice to...

Meals on Wheels partners with Concordville Subaru

‘Share The Love’ event will help feed local seniors WEST CHESTER – Meals on Wheels of Chester County announced it has partnered with Concordville Subaru (Route 202 in Concordville, just south of U.S.-1 in Chadds Ford) this holiday season to fight senior hunger. Meals on Wheels of Chester County will be at Concordville Subaru at various times during the campaign period to provide information...

The best holiday gift: fitness

Food donation can earn you a free class at Cross-Fit By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Do you know what I’d reallllly love for Christmas this year? Skinny thighs. Since this is a rather difficult thing for Santa to put under the tree, it may be up to me to figure out how to get them. The solution: CROSS FIT KENNETT SQUARE!  (located on Rosedale Road across from Legacy Fields) Cross Fit...

Kennett Square kicks off season with festive flair

Borough has myriad activities planned to encourage dining, shopping Kennett Square’s annual parade lent a festive air to the borough that is expected to continue through the holidays. A house tour. A concert. Carriage rides. An art stroll. Gingerbread house making. Kennett Square is pulling out the stops to lure shoppers to its vibrant downtown for the holidays. Historic Kennett Square jumpstarted...

Pocopson officials tackle ordinance revisions

By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times POCOPSON — Township officials addressed several housekeeping issues during Monday’s Board of Supervisors meeting. During the public hearing portion of the evening, Supervisors’ Chair, Steve Conary opened the floor for public comment relating to changes and additions proposed to five township ordinances. The first amended the tax chapter of the township...

No tax hike expected in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM — The township’s 2013 Budget is now available for public review, prior to formal approval by the supervisors on December 17.  According to the draft document, the township is staying ahead of the game, with $1.8 million projected in revenue for the General Fund, versus an expected $1.3 million in expenditures.  Real estate tax revenue is anticipated to remain about even with this year,...