Turning tragedy into action: working to keep teens safe

Grieving Unionville couple committed to saving lives with better driving training By Kathleen Brady Shea, Special to UnionvilleTimes.com A Unionville High student demonstrates one of the driving simulators. Motor vehicle crashes remain the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, a statistic so dire that the Centers for Disease Control added this explanation to its most recent data: Eight teens ages...

Sports drinks hide an acidic secret

Gatorade could be causing tooth damage By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com There has been a lot of research lately into the effects of sports drinks on our teeth. A recent study by the Academy of General Dentistry reported that tooth damage caused by sports drinks is 3-11 times greater than that caused by a carbonated (non-diet) cola beverage.   As I was reading this...

E. Marlborough supervisor: spelling counts

Asks whether Marlboro Woods Lane should be renamed to fix spelling By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com At least one East Marlborough supervisor says he feels that shorter is not sweeter and that the township should consider renaming Marlboro Woods Lane to match the township's spelling. EAST MARLBOROUGH — What’s a few letters between friends? Enough that a township supervisor is asking...

2nd meeting set on Pocopson Home’s fate

Public invited to provide input Monday at Downingtown East High  By Kathleen Brady Shea, Special to UnionvilleTimes.com As Chester County continues to explore options on the operation of the Pocopson Home, the county Board of Commissioners plan a second public hearing on the facility's future, May 14. WEST CHESTER — The Chester County commissioners have scheduled the second in a series of public...

Potts and Klingenberg fuel Blue Claws walk off win

URA Rookie League action game of the week  By Dave Conard  Sports Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com     Iron Pigs Connor Ladd reacts to scoring the tying run in the bottom of the sixth EAST MARLBOROUGH—Sometimes it takes extreme circumstances for people to get a chance to see a players true meta lno matter what age said player may be.    Send article as PDF   ...

After blasting gender barriers, a new challenge

Sheriff tapped to serve on state Commission for Women By Kathleen Brady Shea, Special to UnionvilleTimes.com Chester County Sheriff Carolyn "Bunny" Welsh was selected by Gov. Tom Corbett to serve on the Pennsylvania Commission for Women. PENNSBURY — Chester County Sheriff Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh said she received a phone call a couple of weeks ago that both honored and humbled her. She...

E. Marlborough officials: slow down to lower speed limit on Rt. 82

Residents renew request to cut limit in Unionville Village area from 35 MPH to 25 MPH, but PennDOT has final say By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com Unionville Village residents are asking the township to reduce the speed limit along Route 82 from 35 MPH to 25 MPH, but PennDOT has the final say, township officials say. EAST MARLBOROUGH — Slow down and just maybe, just maybe, someone in Harrisburg...

Schilling, Kline, Lyons KAU Players of the Week

Theron Schilling KENNETT — Twelve-year-old Theron Schilling experienced a week on the diamond that few Little Leaguers ever could imagine.  Playing for the KAU Little League Major Division Knights 12U team, Schilling hit four home runs—including two grand slams—and knocked in 16 runs in games against Avon Grove, Westside, and Glen Mills. He batted 6-for-8 overall and was walked several times...

Public to get inside view of Wyeth’s work

Brandywine River Museum opening Andrew Wyeth’s studio for public tours in July By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com Andrew Wyeth's studio seems much like his work, seemingly austere and colorless — until the small details, from his drawings on the floor, to the container of eggs, always from the local WaWa, reveal some of the artist's interior life. The Brandywine River Museum...

Willowdale: an event to dress for

While some are there for the horses, many come to make fashion statements By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com I have always loved the fanciness of the Kentucky Derby.  While I have never had the occasion to attend, lucky for us, Unionville, PA is located in the heart of horse country, as well!  Rolling hills and Ireland green pastures provide a picture perfect backdrop for the annual...