It must be the shoes, man
My sons are addicted to sneakers. Who saw that coming?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I’ve created a monster. Two, actually. My sons are addicted to shoes. Sneakers, to be exact.
I have no one to blame but myself, says my husband. I hate to agree with him…but, I must. My motto of “when in doubt, buy the shoes” has somehow infiltrated the brains of my children.
However (and...
A tough week for Corbett, but an interesting tax idea
While the Fraternal Order of Police endorse Wolf, Corbett goes after Amish Mafia
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Gov. Tom Corbett’s struggling gubernatorial campaign took another hit this week when the state’s Fraternal Order of Police endorsed Democrat Tom Wolf, while the governor made headlines calling for the cancellation of the popular Amish Mafia TV show.
Yup. Really.
First on the FOP...
What To Do: Lanchester Fiddlers Picnic, StarFest and more
Also: Fountains, Fireworks and…ABBA at Longwood
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Musicians are invited to bring their instruments and voices to the Third Annual Lanchester Fiddlers Picnic in Atglen from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., Saturday.
The Chester County Old Fiddlers Picnic, which was held recently at Hibernia Park, has been a major success for years. Now, there is an event that would...
Victory, Waste Oil Recycles spark Brandywine clean up
Just some of the debris that volunteers removed from the Brandywine Creek Tuesday as part of Victory Brewing Company and Waste Oil Recyclers annual clean up event.
MODENA — Two local companies dedicated to maintaining Chester County’s clean air and water — Waste Oil Recyclers and Victory Brewing Company — a well as the Coatesville Youth Initiative teamed up this week to sponsor their annual...
Sheriff’s 3rd annual cruise night to benefit K-9, Friday
WESTTOWN — The Chester County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit will host its third Annual “Cruise Night” from 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m, Friday evening at the Government Services Center Building located at 601 Westtown Road, just of US-202.
Chester County Sheriff Carolyn Bunny Welsh and her deputies have organized the event to bring awareness to the six K-9 units in the Chester County Sheriff’s Office...
On Stage: Live frontman goes it alone, and plays acoustic
Also: Gabbard poised to rise to stardom
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Former Live front man Ed Kowalczyk brings his solo act to the World Café Live at the Queen, Aug. 16.
Things have come full circle for musician Ed Kowalczyk. The singer/guitarist started out playing small venues in this area over 20 years ago with the York-based band Live.
Kowalczk, the former frontman for Live,...
You’re never too old to play
All work doesn’t just make Jack dull, but maybe unhealthy, too
By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times
When was the last time you completely lost track of time doing something you love? You may not have thought of it this way, but it’s very likely that you were engaged in what scientists call “free play.” If you’re like many people, life may be filled with work demands, family...
Dental Care for Infants. Yes, infants.
Dental experts are rethinking how early dental care should start
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Recent directives from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry have recommended that children be seen for the first dental visit by age 1.
Tooth decay is preventable and educating parents and caregivers on how to care for baby’s first...
Art Watch: Heather Davis
Davis brings new light to the Chester County Art Scene..plus what going on around the county
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
Oil painter Heather Davis will be showing her light-filled, beautiful Brandywine Valley landscapes at Galer Estate Winery Pop up show Thursday August 14th from 4-8pm. Just a little over a year ago, Heather decided to throw in the towel to her life-long successful career...
County officials unveil new Computer Forensics Lab
The Chester County Commissioners and staff of the District Attorney’s office gathered recently to celebrate the opening of the county’s new Computer Forensics Lab. Pictured from left to right: (top) Commissioner Terence Farrell, Commissioner Kathi Cozzone, Commissioner Ryan Costello, District Attorney Tom Hogan; (bottom) Detective Joe Walton and Detective Roy Calarese.
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