On Stage: Rock, indie-pop, bluegrass & more this week

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times   Two major factors a band needs to achieve success and longevity are the ability to write good songs and the maintenance of a high level of friendship among band members.     Lloyd Cole Three bands who will be performing in the area, over the next week, have met this criteria along with solo artist, Lloyd Cole, who went back to old friends and...

CAPL hosts free ‘Kickoff to Kindergarten’ program

COATESVILLE – All area rising kindergartners and their guardians are invited to a FREE ‘Kickoff to Kindergarten’ program hosted by Coatesville Area Public Library (501 E. Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville.) The program will be held from 2-3 PM, on Thursdays, throughout the summer. Session dates are: July 16, 23, 30; and August 6th and 13th. The program is made possible through a generous grant from CCRES...

Kennett’s Evan Brown – Qualifies for USGA Junior Amateur, sets sites on PGA Tour

  By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Evan Brown practicing on his home course – Hartefeld National KENNETT SQUARE – At the age of just two years old, Evan Brown already showed a love for the game of golf. Today, this 16 year-old Kennett High School (KHS) junior and honors student has set his sights high. Brown continues his climb within the Junior Golf circuit, and recently qualified...

On Your Table: Spark-up a July 4th party with red, white & blue dishes

Think festive and delicious, incorporating red white and blue into your presentation is easy! By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times Watermelon is a staple of Fourth of July celebrations. On a patriotic holiday like the Fourth of July, families and friends gather to celebrate our national heritage,  liberties and the sacrifices made to preserve our way of life, and of course, a big part...

Staying friends after the breakup

It might be hard, but it pays dividends in the long run By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times Breaking up is hard enough. The physical, financial, and emotional pain can be unbearable. Yet, what we somehow fail to talk about, and what can be one of the most awkward aspects of a breakup, is what to do about your mutual friends. You and your ex have probably made a lot of friends together. Even if...

Art Watch: ‘Musical Chairs’, Photography, Plein Art and More…

By LeLe Galer, Columnist, The Times   This first Friday in July is a First Friday Art Stroll for the towns of West Chester, Kennett Square and Phoenixville. Make sure to mark your calendars for this Friday, July 3rd and check out the various opening receptions, and pop up shows throughout the towns. First Fridays are a great way to introduce you to these wonderful downtown locations. Make sure...

Four KHS grads receive appointments to US Military Academies

Bright futures await local patriot scholars KHS’ Hannah Shiflet Four 2015 Kennett High School (KHS) graduates have received appointments to United States Military Academies. Hannah Shiflet and Thomas Spell have accepted appointments to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Kirsten Sharp has accepted an appointment to the United States Coast Guard Academy. Graceanna Werner received an...

CASD board continues momentum of change

    Administration, facilities and technology top a busy June board meeting agenda   By Lauren Parker-Gill, Correspondent, The Times CASD board works through a busy June agenda CALN — Despite Tuesday’s violent storms and power outages, the Coatesville Area School District’s Board of Education managed to hold its meeting, albeit at a different location and time than planned....

A time for joy and a time for justice

Same-sex marriage ruling makes America and Chester County a fairer, better place to live By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times SAN FRANCISCO — On this cool, cloudy Sunday morning, this may well be the happiest place on earth, Disney notwithstanding. Today’s Pride Parade, here, looks to be little short of a city-wide explosion of celebration of Friday’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that same-sex...

Victoria’s Secret-ish…

Embracing fabulous YOU   By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times   Did you happen to read about the group of “regular” women who tried on Victoria’s Secret bathing suits and then replicated a photoshoot? If that is not the epitome of bravery, I don’t know what is. The article does contain some profanity and is meant for an older audience. Parents, monitor accordingly. Click here:...