KMS library fundraising for ‘makerspace’ creative learning wall
Space will allow students to collaborate, design and use free time to foster STEM inspired learning in a ‘library lounge’ setting
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
The proposed space for KMS library’s new ‘makerspace’ design wall. Students pictured here are collaborating on projects with friends. The new ‘library lounge’ style space will...
The ‘Art of Giving’ along Brandywine Wine Trail
Cynthia Losco’s jewelry is featured at Kreutz Creek Winery.
For the last weeks in December, wineries along The Brandywine Artisan Wine Trail Wineries will be celebrating the “Art of Giving” by highlighting a variety of local artists and artisans in their tasting room locations. Every month, The Trail has a different art theme that is interpreted by each of the participating wineries...
What kind of tree are you?
What your Christmas tree says about you
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
If your choice of fashion reveals to the world a bit about who you are…can the same be said for the type of Christmas tree you display at the holidays? Think about it. Do you prefer real or artificial? Colored lights or white lights? Tinsel or popcorn? Star or angel? I might be onto something here. If I didn’t...
Merry Election Season? Not so far
State House GOP budget play doesn’t seem to make political sense
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
It’s that time of year — you can see the indications of it everywhere.
It’s election season. What, you thought I was talking about Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanza?
After just a few weeks off from the local 2015 elections, politics has moved back front and center, even if the events of 2015 will...
KCSD: LaCosta named new board president
Facilities, curriculum and transportation top December’s meeting agenda
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KCSD new board vice president, Joe Meola (L) and president Kendra LaCosta (R)
KENNETT – December’s board meeting proved to be a busy one for the Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD). Current board members, Kendra LaCosta and Joseph Meola, were unanimously approved as the...
What To Do: Downingtown’s Good Neighbor Christmas
Also: Santa makes many, many appearances in and around Chester County
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for Downingtown’s Good Neighbor Christmas, Saturday.
For as long as anyone around here can remember, Downingtown has had a reputation as a neighborly town — especially with an annual event schedule that includes Good Neighbor Day each summer...
Roe to seek 158th GOP nomination
Eric M. Roe
A West Goshen man became the third Republican this week to announce they would seek the party’s nomination for the 158th District State House seat, and potentially replace the retiring State Rep. Chris Ross.
Eric Roe, currently the administrative assistant to County Commissioner Michelle Kichline, said he would seek the party’s nomination. Previously, Kennett Square attorney...
On Stage: The Nutcracker ushers in holiday season
Also: Jethro Tull co-founder brings his band to area
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Pennsylvania Ballet’s annual production of “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker” is one of the most cherished—and longest running—family holiday traditions for families in the region. For many, a visit to Philadelphia to enjoy the lavish presentation by the world-famous Pennsylvania Ballet...
Festive 5K draws big crowds, helps community
Annual event benefits Coatesville Youth Initiative
By Lauren Parker-Gill, Staff writer, The Times
Cross country coach Jonah Gellner, Scott Middle School principal Chamise Taylor and race participants Justin and Lauren Reed gathered at the finish line after the Festive 5K at Scott Middle School. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Okumura.
COATESVILLE – Hundreds of runners and walkers gathered at Scott Middle...
Man sought in witness intimidation case
Kenneth “War” Wylie
WEST CHESTER — A Coatesville man is wanted on charges of witness intimidation and conspiracy, while his girlfriend, an employee of the Chester County Juvenile Probation Department, was taken into custody on the same charges and subsequently lost her job.
Kenneth “War” Wylie, 25, is already facing charges for alleged drug sales in the city and is now alleged to have, with...
