Chief Cork Officer: 10 under $10
Great tastes and values in red wines
By Brian Gurnham, Columnist, The Times
Did you know that the average price paid for a bottle of wine in the United States is $6.30? With the recent arsenic scare naming budget wine producers, maybe the average will go up. But, as one who is doing everything budgetary possible to move the needle upwards, I thought it would be worth some semi-scientific research...
Dinniman: PennDOT getting outside help to fix potholes
WEST CHESTER – Anyone driving the region’s roadways knows that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is struggling with keeping up with potholes on the roadways of Chester County. But now a state senator announced Thursday that the beleaguered agency will be brining in outside helpto smooth the ride.
State Sen, Andy Dinniman (D-19) issued a statement saying that PennDOT is...
On Stage: A tribute to a legend
Also: shows at small area venues dominate weekend’s music scene
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Over the next few weeks, a Delaware theater veteran will be providing audiences with an up-close look at an entertainment legend — with a lifesaving foundation as the beneficiary.
What’s not to like about this?
Under the guidance of Greer Firestone, the Delaware-based production of...
United Way to hold ‘decadent’ fundraiser Sat. night
Chocolate, wine, craft beer & renowned architecture make for a spectacular evening
POCOPSON — The United Way of Southern Chester County invites the community to an extraordinary evening this Saturday, April 25th, from 6:30-9:30 PM. The evening will celebrate the divinely decadent world of chocolate at the architectural masterpiece 60 Bragg Hill, designed by Mathew Moger of Moger Mehrhof Architects.
60...
Spring cleaning can apply to health as well
Sometimes, a lot of little things cause big issues
By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times
Spring has finally sprung and after the winter we had, we deserve it! For many people, the change of season also marks an opportunity for spring cleaning inside and outside the home. If you’re like me, maybe you’ve noticed that the shrubs and grass are almost due for a trim or that the basement or...
Misprint on board meeting agenda, no teacher contract update
Chromebooks pilot approved; Elementary trimester schedule approved; high school student-led study to delay start time ok’d
By Karen Cresta, Correspondent, The Times
EAST MARLBOROUGH – Despite the tornado watch Monday night, many attended the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District’s (UCFSD) Board of Education meeting held at Hillendale Elementary. Some were there as honored participants of the...
On Your Table: Spring means tasty local Asparagus
April to June is the best season for fresh local crop
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
An easy and light dish is Asparagus quiche which can be made with many spring ingredients
Asparagus is one of those spring treasures that we patiently wait for all year long. Once it’s finally in season, we want to treat it simply, letting the fresh flavor of this vegetable shine through....
Art Watch: Party down with art events
Art Parties! The Annual Chester County Art Association Invitational and the 42nd Annual Yellow Springs Art Show
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Two important art events open on the same night this week, Friday April 24th, so you will probably have to make a choice to go to either the Chester County Art Association Invitational dance party in West Chester, or the opening Gala for the Yellow Spring...
KHS’ Lisa Teixeira wins Teacher as Hero Award
Via press release
Lisa Teixeira, Library/Media Specialist at Kennett High School, has won the National Liberty Museum’s Teacher as Hero Award. Ms. Teixeira will receive her award at a reception at the museum in Philadelphia on April 30.
KHS’ Lisa Teixeira
The National Liberty Museum’s Teacher as Hero Award, a program sponsored in conjunction with the museum by State Farm®, each year recognizes...
Kennett Square hires Scaise as new Borough Manager
Residents offer concerns about growth, congestion
By Jacqueline Kennedy, Correspondent, The Times
Joe Scalise signs on the dotted line to become the new Borough Manager for Kennett Square during Monday night’s Borough Council meeting. Scalise replaced Brent Kucera who left in late 2014 to take a post in Oregon.
KENNETT — After a nationwide search, the Kennett Square Borough Council formally...
