Diwali food drive gathers 17,500 pounds of food
Pictured are Zachary Ruff, Dean of STEM Academy; Manasvi Pannala, volunteer; Sana Tipnis, volunteer; Kate Miller, Nutrition Services Manager at Kennett Food Cupboard; and Pannala Reddy, major donor for the Diwali Food Drive at Eagle Village.
Saturday November 5th marked the second year that the Kennett Food Cupboard was one of the recipients of the Diwali Food Drive. Kennett Area Community Service,...
What To Do: Saluting our veterans
Valley Forge, area, celebrate legacy of U.S. Service Members
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Today is the day that America celebrates Veterans Day – a special holiday created to honor those who have served the nation as part of United States Armed Forces.
Valley Forge National Park (1400 North Outer Line Drive, Valley Forge, 610- 783-1000, www.nps.gov/vafo) is hosting a special “Veterans...
Longwood Fire kicks off ambulance subscription drive
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Fire Company is seeking financial help from the community.
The annual ambulance subscription campaign began with the sending of subscription materials to area residents.
“Supporting the Longwood ambulance subscription campaign helps everyone in the community” said Longwood Fire Chief A. J. McCarthy. “Running the ambulance service is very expensive. Life-saving equipment...
Chester County Food Bank appoints two to board
Kevin McDermott
EXTON — The Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) has named Kevin McDermott of Citadel and Matthew Tucker of Pegasus Technologies to its board of directors. Kevin and Matthew join 14 other board members who help support the hunger relief organization.
Both new board members live in West Chester and work in Chester County. Kevin has been a CFS Wealth Advisor at Citadel for 25 years and...
What To Do: Celebrate ‘Dia de los Muertos’ in Kennett
Also: Pirate Day & The Pa. Hunt Cup get Nov. rolling
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Dia de los Muertos celebration in Kennett Square.
In Mexico, November 1 is known as “Dia de Los Muertos” — the Day of the Dead. It is a festive day when families remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away.
Kennett Square will also be celebrating “Dia de Los Muertos” on November...
Teachers, students pack CASD board meeting
Teachers’ union sets the record straight on contract requirements
By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times
The auditorium at the Coatesville Area Senior High School was packed with over 300 members of CATA Tuesday, some of whom spoke of the current contract negotiations.
CALN – Hundreds of members of the Coatesville Area Teachers’ Association (CATA) turned out Tuesday night for the...
Longood shows off giant mum
Longwood Gardens has unveiled the largest chrysanthemum ever grown outside of Asia: the Thousand Bloom Chrysanthemum.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Gardens has unveiled the largest chrysanthemum ever grown outside of Asia: the Thousand Bloom Chrysanthemum. The amazing plant features 1,523 perfectly placed, uniform blooms on ONE plant. The Thousand Bloom Mum is a highlight of the annual Chrysanthemum...
What To Do: Spooky fun is everywhere
Last weekend before Halloween is jam packed with scary activities
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Laurel Hill’s Tale from Tombs.
We’re coming down the home stretch for 2016 Halloween activities. This weekend will be your last chance to check out most of them — although a few will still be open into the first week of November. The following is a look at many of these events.
On...
Pumpkin carving contest at Market at Liberty Place, Oct. 29
KENNETT SQUARE — The Market at Liberty Place will be hosting a pumpkin carving contest on Saturday October 29, 2016 at 3 pm. $10 Gift Cards will be given to the 1st 50 participants. Additional prizes will be awarded to the scariest and most creative pumpkins.
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Free denture cleaning/inspection Oct. 28
COATESVILLE — Rainbow Valley Dental will be hosting a free denture cleaning and inspection on Friday October 28th, from 8am – noon. During this free event dentures will be ultrasonically cleaned and inspected by a licensed dentist. Attendees will also be treated to refreshments and free samples. Individuals who attend this event will receive 10% off new or replacement dentures.
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