Vaughn ousted as County Democrat chair
McGinniss slate wins narrow victory at party reorg meeting
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
In a somewhat surprising development, long-time Chester County Democratic Committee chair Michele Vaughn was defeated Thursday night in her bid for a third term leading the county’s Democrats. Brian McGinnis, an East Bradford resident, won a narrow victory at the committee’s reorganization meeting.
Vaughn,...
What To Do: Community Day, Hootenanny and More
First weekend of summer is packed with family-friendly events
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
East Goshen’s Community Day celebration takes place June 21, with a full day of fun, capped by fireworks.
This is the time of year when people love to get out in the open air. It is the season for outdoor festivals and family events.
East Goshen Township Community Park (1580 Paoli Pike,...
On Stage: Lili Añel, Jim Boggia headlining this weekend
Tribute bands at Flash, Carey and Sample at Burlap & Bean
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
Lili Añel headlines at the Burlap & Bean Coffeehouse, Friday night.
This weekend, two talented musicians who grew up elsewhere and relocated to Philadelphia before the turn of the century will be performing at area coffee houses. Both are musicians who have become fixtures in the local...
On Your Table: A perfect day for a picnic
Today is International Picnic Day — a great day for meal in the fresh air
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Ashley Tidwell and son Cayden are all set to enjoy healthy fruit and salad before he takes off to play in the park.
This week we celebrate one of the greatest ways to enjoy the summer season – dining al fresco with family or friends, enjoying delicious food, games...
What to expect when you’re expecting at the dentist
Being pregnant doesn’t mean skipping a visit to your dentist
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Every day there are questions about how safe is it to go the dentist when you are pregnant. Preventive dental procedures, such as dental cleanings and examinations are not only safe, they are recommended and encouraged by most physicians.
Still, some procedures such as x-rays...
Rt. 322 to see lane closures next week
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that there will be a single lane closure weekdays on Route 322 (Downingtown Pike) between Sugars Bridge Road and Skelp Level Road in West Bradford and East Bradford townships, Chester County, from Monday, June 23 through Friday, July 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for bridge construction. There will be no work on Thursday and Friday,...
Op/Ed: Time to fix Special Ed. funding
It’s time for a funding system based on actual needs
By Lisa Lightner, Special to The Times
Lisa Lightner, as seen with her special needs son at The White House, recently.
The time is now to reform Pennsylvania’s special education funding
Based on broad, bi-partisan support, the Pennsylvania General Assembly has introduced companion special education funding reform bills: HB 2138 and...
So, how cool is your Dad?
A fun little quiz to see exactly how ‘with-it’ the Dad in your life is
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
In honor of Father’s Day, here is a quiz to test your “Daddy Coolness Factor”. Be honest. NO cheating.
What To Do: St. Joseph’s Community Fest in D-town & More
Whether looking for fun with Dad or just cool music, there are events for you
By Denny Dyroff, Correspondent, The Times
Saint Joseph Church in Downingtownhosts its annual “Community Festival” from June 17-21.
Kids of all ages — from six to 60 — will agree that one of their favorite summer activities is attending a festival or a fair. Nothing says summertime quite like the...
Bass fishing tournaments resume June 17
Howdy Benner, along with Chris & Kim Urban, Howard John and Linda Taylor, all of Chester County, will again spearhead TNT – Tuesday Night Tournaments — which kicks off the 2014 season on June 17.
This bass fishing tournament on Marsh Creek Lake is held every Tuesday nights through Aug. 27.
This is an open event with a $30 fee and $10 for a Lunker entry. The tournament runs from 6 pm –...
