LCH Health and Community Services celebrates ribbon cutting of new LCH Pharmacy
Left to right: LCH Executive Assistant, Mariel Whitney; LCH Director of Development, Kate Wickersham; PA State Representative, Christina Sappey; Kennett Square Mayor, Matt Fetick; LCH Board Chairman, John RaJerty; SCCCC President & CEO, Cheryl Kuhn; Chester County Board of Commissioners Vice-Chair, Marian Moskowitz; LCH CMO, JosephA. Greco, MD; LCH CEO, Ronan W. Gannon; PA State Senator, John...
Kennett Winterfest to feature 60+ breweries, 2 indie bands, live demonstrations, and new non-alcoholic options
Kennett Collaborative announced Kennett Winterfest is just around the corner on February 22. Admission includes unlimited tastings from a lineup of more than 60 carefully selected craft breweries plus vendors, food trucks, live music, and more, sponsored by Wilkinson Farms and Wistar Motors.
New This Year: Non-Alcoholic Options
At Winterfest, both Regular Admission and NA ticket-holders may sample...
Pepitone named CCIU Dir. of Safety and Security
Bill Pepitone
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) announced Bill Pepitone as their new director of safety and security. Pepitone’s appointment to the position was approved at the CCIU Board of Directors Meeting on January 15, and he began the role on January 27, 2025.
“We are proud to welcome Bill Pepitone as our new director of safety and security. His extensive expertise and commitment...
Kennett Square Newcomers’ Club to hold New Member Fair, Feb. 13
KSANC invites residents in and around Kennett Square to attend a New Member Fair:
Thursday, February 13, 2025
12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Kennett Area Senior Center, Wendal room
427 S. Walnut Street, Kennett Square, 19348
KSANC is an active social group, nearly 200 women strong, whose purpose is to welcome and support area residents to connect with the community.
KSANC supports over fifteen activities,...
Moskowitz appointed Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority
Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz (center), newly selected Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority.
Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz was appointed Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) earlier this week at the Authority’s January meeting. For the past two years, Commissioner Moskowitz has served as Vice-Chair for the Authority,...
DASD celebrates Black History Month
During last year’s Black History Month celebration, second-grade students at East Ward Elementary School honored influential figures by researching and presenting on notable individuals from Black history.
Black History Month is observed annually in February, and Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is proud to join this year’s celebration of the contributions and successes of African Americans...
What To Do: Firebird Festival returns to Phoenixville
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Firebird Festival
There are four outdoor event which might be easy choices for those willing to brave the winter conditions – Phoenixville’s Firebird Festival, “Astra Lumina Philadelphia” and “Freeze” events in Holmes and Manayunk.
Phoenixville’s annual Firebird Festival (Veterans Field, 192 Mowere Road, Phoenixville, www.firebirdfestival.com)...
Coatesville names Huf as new Fire Chief
Peter Huff was sworn in as Fire Chief of the City of Coatesville by Judge Gregory Hines.
The City of Coatesville announced the appointment of Peter Huf as the City’s new Fire Chief. After a detailed vetting process conducted by an advisory group comprising members of Civil Service, City administration, the Firefighters Union and City Council, Huf’s nomination was unanimously approved by City...
On Stage: Vanessa Collier comes to Sellersville with songs from new album
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Vanessa Collier
Vanessa Collier released five studio albums over the last decade and then followed with a live album in September 2023. Exactly a year later, Collier treated fans to another studio album.
Collier’s sixth album, “Do It My Own Way,” was released September 13, 2024 via Phenix Fire Records. Now, Collier’s fans can get to hear...
Fundraiser for Colonial Theater planned for Feb. 15
The historic Colonial Theatre (227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460) is excited to host one of its most important fundraisers of the year in support of a critical restoration project for its iconic 1903 Theatre. On Saturday, February 15, at 8 p.m., the Colonial will host the Floydian Trip: Brick by Brick to Benefit the 1903 Theatre event, a special concert fundraiser dedicated to raising money...
