Kennett’s Baumel takes 2nd in national bridge championships
Kennett High School senior Jonathan Baumel poses with the second place trophy from the North American Bridge Championships.
Kennett’s Jonathan Baumel and his bridge team placed second at the recent Youth North American Bridge Championship, sponsored by the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) and held in Las Vegas.
It has been a rapid rise in the national youth bridge scene for 16 year-old...
Color photo pioneer had roots in Downingtown
William C. South
WEST CHESTER — Who knew that one of the pioneers of color photography lived in Downingtown?
Jim LaDrew, a retired photo finisher and local historian thought William C. South was worthy of remembrance. He collaborated with Pamela Powell, Photo Archivist of Chester County Historical Society, to post South’s story on Wikipedia.
According to Powell, “South was a Renaissance man who...
Shelter dogs part of Longwood production
Delaware Humane Society Animal Caretakers don depression era costumes to appear in the production, ‘Annie,’ and bring attention to adoptable dogs who are available at the Delaware Humane Society. Nancy Castiglione (left) is holding Big Mac while Crystal Castiglione is photographed with Whopper.
KENNETT — Two Chihuahua mix dogs understand Orphan Annie’s quest to find her ‘forever home.’
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Aguilera hired as LCH receptionist
Yasbeth Aguilera
KENNETT SQUARE — La Comunidad Hispana has hired Yasbeth Aguilera of West Grove as front office receptionist.
Aguilera is attending West Chester University and is studying business management. She previously was employed as member of member services representative for the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley in Kennett Square.
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Swingin’ Summer Sat. Aug. 9 in Downingtown
DOWNINGTOWN — Food and music from the School of Rock will fill the Armour Alley Pocket Plaza on Saturday, Aug. 9 as part of the borough’s Swingin’ Summer Saturday.
“This event will give everyone a chance to explore Downingtown’s wonderful main street,” said Downingtown Main Street Association President Adrian Martinez. “Downingtown has wonderful restaurants and shops. There is no better...
What To Do: Old-time baseball, classic cars and so much more
Pro cycling in W. Chester, Ren Faire opens and star gazing on tap
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Old-time baseball will be on display, Saturday, as Twin Lakes Brewing Company’s “Old Style 1860’s Base Ball and Beer,” featuring West Chester’s own Brandywine BaseBall Club.
Are you in the mood for some old-time baseball?
If you’re a Phillies fan, “old time” would...
What To Do: Goshen Fair, ice cream and more
Get the beat this weekend, ranging from drum corps to Marley
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The 65th annual Goshen Country Fair kicks off July 28.
At this time of the year, it seems you can’t travel more than 20 miles in any direction during the weekend and not encounter a fair. There are blueberry festivals, peach festivals, county fairs, firemen’s festivals, state fairs and plain old...
Alban winner of 2014 Legacy Award
Miguel Alban
WEST CHESTER — When Miguel Alban arrived in the U.S. in 2005, he couldn’t speak English, but in just a few short years, he’s become a pillar of the community in southern Chester County area, helping local hispanics, serving on various local boards. As such, Alban was named this week as the winner of Chester County Community Foundation’s 2014 Legacy Award.
Each year...
Brandywiners show support for National Guard
The cast and crew of Annie — now performing at Longwood Gardens — as put on The Brandywiners, signed a statement of support for National Guard and reserves during a recent rehearsal.
At a recent rehearsal for their upcoming production of the musical “Annie”, the cast and crew of THE BRANDYWINERS took an ‘intermission’ and signed a Statement of Support on behalf of the National Guard and...
Healthy Families block party, July 26
Saturday’s Healthy Families Block Party is a free community event that offers free, healthy and fun activities for families including dozens of children’s games, face painting, health screenings and demonstrations, health and social service information, refreshments, music and more. The event runs from noon to 3 p.m., at the Brandywine Health Center on East Lincoln Highway.
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