Tooth whitening might not be a black and white choice

Everyone wants whiter, brighter teeth, but not all solutions are created equally By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com There has been a lot of hype and controversy about dental whitening recently. Tooth whitening (bleaching) is one of the most frequently asked about dental procedures in most dental offices. We all want whiter teeth and an awesome smile.  I never once in...

School board lays out budget schedule

District likely to seek Act 1 exceptions to allow new board maximum options on 2012-13 budget By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com EAST MARLBOROUGH — Although it might seem like just a couple of months ago that the last school district budget was finished — actually, it was June — the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education is beginning the process for the 2012-13 school year — with...

Unionville Art Gala showcases local talent

The 36th annual Unionville Art Gala transformed the Unionville High cafeteria into a thriving art exhibition, displaying the work of over 175 artists By P.J. D’Annunzio, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com The 36th annual Unionville Art Gala showcased the best of local professional and student artists, all while raising money for the school. EAST MARLBOROUGH — The Chester County art scene extends...

Pocopson supervisors unhappy with legislative change

Supervisors cite excellent work of Rep. Barrar over the last decade on behalf of township By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, UnionvilleTimes.com State Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160) POCOPSON — Township Supervisors’ Vice Chair Georgia Brutscher announced during last week’s township meeting her regret at the township being “kicked out” of State Representative Stephen Barrar’s district...

Brandwine Valley Chorale plans holiday concerts

WEST CHESTER — In its fifth season, The Brandywine Valley Chorale (BVC) presents a holiday concert of Christmas music from around the globe, “Carols & Lullabies.” Led by Artistic Director Jason Throne, the BVC’s Fifth Holiday Concert will be performed on Friday, December 2 at 7:30 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10 West Pleasant Grove Road, West Chester. Highlighting the...

Supervisors weigh fire protection costs

Supervisors disagree over rate for new Emergency Services tax, worries about fiscal health of fire companies aired By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com About 80% of a new Emergency Services tax would go to fund the Po-Mar-Lin Fire Company, but one supervisor, Robert Weer is arguing that the rate should be higher than proposed. EAST MARLBOROUGH — The question of how and how much to support...

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Don’t be a turkey for the holidays

One must dress — and dress one’s family — for the right holiday mood By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, UnionvilleTimes.com If you affirm something out loud to the universe, does it happen? Because, as seen in my previous article, I am already BFF’s with Kelly Ripa. Check that one off the list. My second fashion fantasy? Befriending Tory Burch.  And, hey, she is a Main Line girl originally….so,...

Neshaminy knocks off Indians, 28-0

Tough playoff loss ends otherwise successful season By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com Unionville's Richard Sampson takes to the air to escape Nashiminy's Denny Lord. The senior tailback finished his 2011 season with more than 1,500 yards rushing for the Indians. Sean Helle photo. EAST MARLBOROUGH — Like a blind side block, Unionville couldn’t have seen this coming. Taking advantage...

Election 2011: the move to the middle?

Can moderation be the winner in this year’s school board election? By Mike McGann, Editor, UnionvilleTimes.com So what lessons are we to draw from this past week’s elections? Does this represent some sort of mandate to raise taxes, spend lots of money and basically go nuts when it comes to the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District? In a word (a really short one): no. No more than 2009’s...