Local firefighters honored at fundraiser
Master of Ceremonies Del Bittle shares a moment with firefighters from the West Bradford Fire Company, during a special event Saturday to honor local volunteer firefighters.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Hundreds of local residents, elected officials and community members came together Saturday night to honor local volunteer firefighters serving a number of local towns at a special, highly-attended fundraising...
D.A.: Ex-friend fatally shoots Malvern man
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Merritt N. Dudas is in custody, police said, charged with fatally shooting Drew Ferguson in Malvern
In a tight-knit Malvern community, the homicide victim and his killer were once next-door neighbors and good friends – so close that when the alleged shooter needed a place to live, he moved in with the victim, Chester County District Attorney...
Coatesville Savings Bank announces new directors
Former County DA Carroll, Constable named to bank’s board
COATESVILLE — Coatesville Savings Bank announced that it has expanded its Board of Trustees. Chairman and President Frederick Henrich noted the addition of attorney Joseph Carroll of West Chester and Larry Constable of Parkesburg.
“Both gentlemen are dedicated, well-known individuals who will add depth and perspective to our organization,”...
Where do germs go the other 8 months of the year?
By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times
It’s that time again! The holidays haven’t yet arrived, but the flu season is already upon us. Chances are, the last time you stepped outside, you also saw or heard someone discuss the “bug that’s going around.” But, where’s the “bug” actually going? If you pay any attention to the news, you might think that a newly discovered disease...
Art Watch: Annette Alessi
Inspired by the traditions of the Brandywine Valley
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Local painter and pastel artist Annette Alessi is the subject of this week’s Local Art Watch. After graduating from the Art Institute of Philadelphia with a degree in illustration, Annette worked in fashion illustration for many years. Most of her landscape work is painted plein air (outdoors) and...
Shopping on Thanksgiving a real turkey
Stores open on the holiday, mess with the holiday and hurt Black Friday
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
By now, it is evident how much I love to shop. In fact, hunting for bargains may be one of my favorite things to do…but NOT ON THANKSGIVING.
Black Friday was traditionally the kick-off to the shopping season frenzy. Remember how people would line up at 3:00am for a Cabbage Patch...
Downingtown School District agrees to sell land to developer
By Natalie Dupuis, Correspondent, The Times
DOWNINGTOWN – The Downingtown Area School District entered into a land agreement with Exton-based developer The Hankin Group last night at its November board meeting.
In 2006, DASD acquired 242 acres of land from Siemens Medical Solutions Health Services Corp. for an estimated $22 million. At the time of purchase, the original intent was to build...
What were all those dentists doing in New Orleans?
Annual American Dental Association Meeting highlight tech, learning
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Just last week more than 24 thousand dental professionals gathered in New Orleans for the Annual meeting of the American Dental Association. That’s a lot of dental people in one place. What makes these meetings so important?
As a private practice dentist, I believe it...
Even I can embrace ‘Movember’
While not normally a big facial hair fan, raising male cancer awareness is worthwhile
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Moustaches are everywhere! From home décor to women’s fashion, moustaches are riding the wave of popularity and the month of November is especially significant because of www.movember.com!
I have to admit that generally, I am not a huge fan of a moustache (or any...
Shanahan falls to WC Henderson, 21-14
WEST CHESTER — Bishop Shanahan could not stop a fourth-quarter drive, and lost a tough 21-14 decision to West Chester Henderson in the opening round of the PIAA District One AAA playoffs, Friday night.
The Eagles (5-6) traded touchdowns all night with the 7-4 Warriors — and for the most part were able to mostly contain the strong Henderson running game. But it was the final drive where the...
