Warm sendoff for Cavalcade Honor Band

Band performs preview before heading to Pasadena next week [slideshow_deploy id=’24254′] By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times EAST MARLBOROUGH – For the 154 band members, their families and friends gathered Saturday afternoon in the chilly Unionville High School Stadium, the sentiments could not have been warmer.  Enthusiasm and pride charged the air as the regional Cavalcade of...

Good Stuff: Positive news from Downingtown to Kennett

“Good Stuff’ is back; highlighting positive happenings around Chester County packaged in a fun, easy-to-read-format.  Got ‘good stuff’ to share?  Like what you see? Let us know: email kim@chescotimes.com. (Submissions due by 15th and 30th monthly; all content subject to editorial review.) Red Devil Pride:  Avon Grove High’s Robert Evans, Anna Wright, Kira Russell and Adam Gaerity recently...

60 years of giving: KACS kicks off holiday campaign

Support needed for local 2014 holiday food, coat & toy campaign  By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times The KACS 2014 Toys for Tots Co-Chairs: Mike & Debbi Sears with their children Ben & Maddi. KENNETT — This year, Kennett Area Community Service (KACS) proudly celebrates its 60th anniversary of helping the lesser fortunate within our communities.  Founded in 1954 by the simple,...

Good Stuff: Vote, Flu shots, good news and notes

Editors Note: Welcome to The Times latest column, ‘Good Stuff’, that will highlight positive happenings within the communities of Chester County in a quick, easy to read, and (we think) fun format. Got ‘Good Stuff’ to share? Email kim@chescotimes.com to help the get the word out.  (All submissions are subject to editorial review; submissions are requested by the 15th and 30th of each month.) MAKE...

Forget the Ebola hype, it’s flu that kills in the U.S.

County-wide flu vaccination & prevention programs ramp-up By Kim Chiomento, Staff Writer, The Times Thousands of county residents have begun rolling-up their sleeves to get vaccinated and help stop the spread of the influenza virus, commonly called the flu.  Some lucky eligible residents are even able to “sniff” the nasal mist vaccine version instead. While there has been much press and focus...

La Comunidad to hold entrepreneur workshop

KENNETT SQUARE — For the second year, La Comunidad Hispana is hosting a series of workshops for Latino entrepreneurs. “The first series of seminars was successful last year,” said Margarita Mirkil, President and Chief Executive Officer of LCH. “The workshops will give valuable information on those wanting to start a business or wanting to improve their existing venture.” “How to Succeed...

For a Kennett mom, medical marijuana issue Is personal

She says she believes her epileptic & autistic son will benefit By Kim Chiomento, Correspondent, The Times KENNETT – For Sara Boninfante and her family, supporting the approval of medical marijuana has become a top priority.  Her journey to find answers and relief for her severely autistic and epileptic son, Blake, has led her to advocate for and help to educate the public; on this controversial...

La Comunidad hires Domanska as nurse practitioner

Catherine Domanska KENNETT  — La Comunidad Hispana has hired Catherine Domanska as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. “Catherine’s experience, background and education makes her an excellent addition to our professional staff,” Margarita Queralt Mirkil, President and Chief Executive Officer of LCH, said. Domanska has Masters of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in Nursing from...

Youth Field Hockey Coming to Kennett & Avon Grove

With big assist from Unionville Rec., more girls to get chance to hit the field By Kim Chiomento, Correspondent, The Times KENNETT — If they wanted to play field hockey, elementary and middle school girls from southern Chester County area would have had to sign up with Unionville Recreational Association (URA). Now, thanks to the work of many, these young ladies will have two more options starting...

Kennett, Unionville Toastmasters seeking members

For those with a fear of public speaking, relief is in sight!  A new chapter of Toastmasters has started in the Kennett/Unionville area.  The only prerequisite is a desire to better your speaking and leadership skills.  The club meets twice a month on Monday evenings (5:45-6:45).  Meetings are typically held at the District offices at Unionville High School though in the summer months, they will...