What To Do: Weaving around the world

Also: Gilbert & Sullivan come to Longwood Gardens By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times The Camphill World Wide Weave Exhibition comes to Historic Yellow Springs this weekend. For the next few weeks, Historic Yellow Springs (Art School Road, Chester Springs, 610-827-7414, www.yellowsprings.org) is hosting a special event — a very special event — called Camphill World Wide Weave...

On Your Table: Enjoy Summer potlucks with no-fuss dishes

A few tips to make your warm-weather event a success By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times Layered salads make for spectacular potluck dishes. Potlucks are cropping up everywhere these days in a resurgence of popularity and it’s time to jump on the bandwagon. Who would not enjoy an event where there are so many dishes to choose from? Generally there is something for everyone, from gluten-free...

Unionville grads told to ‘listen’ but evaluate

93rd Commencement offers a bit more pomp for 331 grads Unionville’s Class of 2016 celebrates the school’s 93rd Commencement, Wednesday, at the University of Delaware. By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times NEWARK, Del. — With a bit more pomp than previous years and a brief storm-related interruption, Unionville High School graduated its 93rd class, the Class of 2016, at the Carpenter Center...

On Stage: Frampton is still quite ‘alive’

Also: Pa. Ballet wraps 2015-16 season with two premieres By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Peter Frampton has such a long history in rock music that he is now able to exist and tour in two very different modes — as a classic rocker playing a string of hits with a full band and as a solo musician presenting the same songs in a very intimate manner. On June 11, he will visit Philly for...

Sudden storm rips through county

Thousands left without power, trees downed A powerful line of thunderstorms raced through Chester County at midday, leaving more than 10,000 people without power  some of whom may not see restoration until Thursday — and various trees and branches down on local roadways. The morning’s bright sunshine and clear skies suddenly gave way to blackened skies and strong winds, gusting up to 45 MPH as...

Unionville residents demand village road safety enforcement

Run for Recovery 5K gets approval from supervisors By Karen Cresta, Staff Writer, The Times Residents of the Unionville Village section of East Marlborough say not enough is being done to slow and prevent truck traffic through the historic neighborhood. EAST MARLBOROUGH – Truck traffic and speeding along on Route 82 in the village of Unionville was again the top topic of discussion at Monday night’s...

Dental tips for a great vacation

A few thoughts to keep you smiling, no matter where you wander this summer By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Summer is the time most of us plan a get-a-way. Whether your vacation is relaxing, adventurous or anything in-between a little pre-planning can provide peace of mind while traveling. Before you go Be sure your dental care is up-to-date. Nothing can ruin a vacation faster...

Coatesville High School seniors continue Prom Parade tradition

Over 500 students attended Coatesville’s Hollywood-style red carpet event By Lauren Parker- Gill, News Editor, The Times Continuing the unique tradition that dates back to the early 1980s, Coatesville Area High School Seniors began their prom night with a parade on campus. CALN – As the gray skies cleared and the sun began to shine, seniors from the Coatesville Area High School eagerly gathered...

A fun summer reading list

A sampling of fun beach reads for you to check out By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times One of the major downsides of being in graduate school is “reading fatigue.” I am forced to absorb so much information into my tiny, little brain that reading for pleasure gets put on the backburner. Therefore, whatever leisure book I do pick up must be great from the get­go. There is nothing better than...

Girls LAX takes off in new Coatesville league

Girls 5 to 15 get chance to learn fast-growing sport By Lauren Parker-Gill, News Editor, The Times The Coatesville Youth Lacrosse Lady Raiders took the city by storm with girls from ages 5 – 15 in the Coatesville Area School District participating in its inaugural season. Credit: Coatesville Youth Lacrosse COATESVILLE – As the sport of lacrosse has been gaining popularity across the nation...