Are taxes evil?
Is willy-nilly cutting any more responsible than out of control spending?
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
Are taxes evil? Is government evil? Are those who serve in government evil by extension?
For some time now, the case has been made that taxes, government and government officials are wretched things. Taxes and government should never, ever be increased and cut when possible.
Now, keep...
Local venue cultivates talent
West Chester’s Cozy hookah and cigar bar offers Tuesday night open mic to musicians and performers of all strokes
By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com
Telly Pandel is at the mic at Cozy's in West Chester.
WEST CHESTER — Is this thing on?
When you first walk into Cozy, you’re immediately transported to another world, something out of Casablanca perhaps. Adorned on the walls...
Questions aired over funding of Barnard House renovation
Supervisors eye loan fund left over from open space purchases
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com
The historic Barnrd House. Pocopson officials are looking at whether remaining funds from an Open Space line of credit can be used to pay for the roughly $1 million renovation project.
POCOPSON — Should the township spend between $800,000 and $1 million to renovate “an old building?”
That...
Unionville pins down a big league win over Blue Demons
Indians post nine pins en route to boosting league record to 3-0
By Dave Conard, Sports Editor UnionvilleTimes.com
Unionville's Josh Hammaker battles Bobby Bender at 120 pounds.
KENNETT SQUARE—Everybody has heard the phrase “That’s why they play the games.” Which generally refers to a contest having a surprise out come or exceeding the expectations of those in attendance.
Wednesday night’s...
Vosburgh set to retire as Patton principal
After nearly two decades leading the middle school, ready to move on to new challenges
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
Bruce Vosburgh
EAST MARLBOROUGH — In the 40 years since it opened in 1972, Charles Patton Middle School has had just two principals: Patton, who led the school now named after him until 1992, and current principal Bruce Vosburgh.
But that’s going to change in the fall...
School board prepared to adopt preliminary budget Jan. 23
3.71% tax hike for Chester County proposed to maintain current program, staff; state budget, further discussions likely change final numbers by June
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Call it a starting point.
The Board of Education discussed the details of the preliminary budget Monday night it is likely to adopt at its formal meeting in two weeks — a $71.5 million...
Beat the cold weather blahs with new fashions
Colored denims, new nail colors, other tips can help make a frosty day bearable
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com
With the mild winter we’ve been experiencing lately, I feel a bit guilty whining about how “OVER” the cold I am…with just a tease of snow on Halloween and nothing since, I may be jinxing everyone with my complaining.
I am not a fan of frigid temperatures. I...
Hello 2012, welcome to the deep stuff
Hijinks in the 19th Senate District kick off election season, more silliness likely ahead
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
Just when you thought it was safe to go back on the Internet, we’re back with the first Coup De ‘Ville of 2012.
Although probably not as exciting as Googling “Santorum” — and no, you really, really don’t want to do that — it’s good to be back in the saddle...
Unionville continues unbeaten magic with win over Hornets
Senior leaders pushing Indians into district contention
By Dave Conard, Sports Editor UnionvilleTimes.com
Senior Matt Drohan competed in some off events including the 100-yd back stroke on Friday against Oxford.
LOWER OXFORD — The Indians girls swim team continued their unblemished season as they emerged from the water at Lincoln University with a 100-70 win to improve to 4-0, while the boys...
‘Giant’ changes coming: goodbye Genuardi’s
E. Marlborough store one of 16 sold to Giant, will close briefly and reopen under new brand later in 2012
By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com
Sold to Giant Food Stores, this Genuardi's is expected to briefly close and reopen as a Giant later this year. Parent company Safeway sold 16 Delaware Valley stores to Giant, closed three more and is trying to sell the final eight stores from the...
