Pennsbury supervisors discuss shed regulations

2016 draft budget in final stages By Kris Firey-Poling, Correspondent, The Times Dennis Smith discusses Pennsbury Township Planning Commission issues at Wednesday’s board of supervisors meeting. PENNSBURY — How much storage space does a 10-acre home with horses need? That was a question and discussion at Wednesday night’s township Board of Supervisors meeting. New resident Frank Facciolo has...

On Stage: The legendary Al Kooper

Also: U.S. Reggae acts swarm into Philly By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The legendary Al Kooper plays a rare show at the Sellersville Theater, Oct. 22. There are only a few artists in the realm of rock music who genuinely deserve to be called legends. Al Kooper is one of them. Kooper, who will perform on October 22 at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com),...

On Your Table: Mushroom Lasagna for Italian Heritage Month

Combine the best of local cuisine with a long-time favorite for a delightful meal By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times For Italian heritage month, a dish that combines the best of local traditions and Italian cooking is a loaf-pan based mushroom lasagna. Italian Heritage month, which is celebrated in conjunction with Columbus Day in October of each year, celebrates the many achievements...

Hillendale parents concerned about class size

Board discusses Knauss resignation, update on Patton project By Karen Cresta, Staff Writer, The Times Third grade parents at Hillendale Elementary School in the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District expressed concern about class sizes during Monday night’s word session. EAST MARLBOROUGH – Although there were no voting items at Monday night’s Unionville Chadds-Ford School District (UCFSD)...

Barn at Spring Brook Farm – celebrating nine years of serving area children

Saturday’s Hoe Down fundraiser to help continue to fund programs By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times POCOPSON – For many families in our region, the Barn at Spring Brook Farm is a unique place where a type of ‘magic’ happens all year long.  Thanks to its nearly 250 volunteers, energized board of directors and caring staff, the Barn now assists an impressive 300 special needs children...

Late drive puts Unionville over the top, 21-18

Unionville’s Elan Nash hauls in a pass from Brendan Boyle in the final minute to lead the Indians past Great Valley, 21-18, Saturday. Sean Helle photo. Indians control fate for Conference title, District One berth with win By Al Tustin, Staff Writer, The Times MALVERN — Sharing might be caring, but with 2:33 remaining in the game and facing an 18-14 deficit after 45 minutes of uneven, turnover-plagued...

That 70s look: sign me up

At least when it comes to fashion jeans, the 1970s are coming back By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times The seventies called and they want you to wear their jeans again. I’m serious! And, if you aren’t old enough to appreciate this trend coming back around, well….good for you. Denim, high­waisted flares are ALL THE RAGE. Pick up any fashion magazine while you are waiting in line at...

Chester County residents to be first charged under new dog fighting law

A Chester County SPCA Humane Police Officer holds three of the puppies rescued in Parkesburg, Thursday night. WEST CHESTER  – Two Parkesburg Borough residents will be the first to be charged under a new state law that specifically makes it illegal to possess animal fighting paraphernalia. Thursday night at 10:45 pm, Chester County SPCA Humane Police Officers, assisted by local police and State...

What To Do: Hagley Craft Fair, scary sites and more

Busy Fall schedule of local fun and interesting events By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The Hagley Craft Fair is back for its 37th Year this weekend. One of the oldest and best annual craft events in the Brandywine Valley is the Hagley Craft Fair. Celebrating its 37th anniversary this year, the event will be held October 17 and 18 at Hagley Museum and Library (Buck Road East entrance via Route...

DCCC faculty member named PA Depart. of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Svcs. Educator of the Year

  Robert “Bubba” Hamilton teaching in DCCC’s Simulation Laboratory – Marple Campus. Robert “Bubba” Hamilton, Delaware County Community College’s Paramedic Education coordinator, was recently chosen as the Pennsylvania Department of Health – Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 2015 Educator of the Year. Hamilton, 43, of Brookhaven, is the first Delaware County...