Kennett’s Evan Brown – Qualifies for USGA Junior Amateur, sets sites on PGA Tour

By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Evan Brown practicing on his home course – Hartefeld National KENNETT SQUARE – At the age of just two years old, Evan Brown already showed a love for the game of golf. Today, this 16 year-old Kennett High School (KHS) junior and honors student has set his sights high. Brown continues his climb within the Junior Golf circuit, and recently qualified for...

Costello & Esty introduce ‘CARE for All Veterans Act’

Congressman Ryan Costello (R-PA) Bipartisan legislation would expand care for all caregivers of veterans Washington, DC – Thursday Congressman Ryan Costello (R-PA) and Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty (D-CT) introduced HR 2894: the Caregivers Access and Responsible Expansion (CARE) for All Veterans Act in an effort to increase access to the current VA Caregiver Support Program to all service-era veterans....

On Stage: Summer concert schedule ‘heats up’ across region

By DENNY DYROFF Staff Writer, The Times     The summer concert schedule is in full swing right now and that means there is a tasty smörgåsbord of live music at various venues over the next week that is guaranteed to sate fans’ appetites.    Send article as PDF   

KHS’ Humanitarian Club hosts summer reading fun

‘Books, Bytes & Bites’ – FREE for area students The Kennett High School Humanitarian Club has initiated a new summer program called “Books, Bytes, and Bites” at the high school. The club is also volunteering at Mary D. Lang Kindergarten Center to assist students there. The Kennett High School’s library media center will be open from 10:30 AM through 12:30 PM, Tuesdays through Thursdays,...

Congressional delegation visits Philadelphia VA Regional Office

Costello calls for ‘complete cultural change’ U.S. Rep. Ryan Costello (PA-06) PHILADELPHIA, PA – Monday, U.S. Rep. Ryan Costello (PA-06) joined Members of Congress to conduct joint oversight of the Philadelphia VA Regional Office. Following the recent reports of mismanagement, the Members of Congress visited the facility where they heard from Regional Office and VA leadership, as well as held...

Chesco Balloon Festival is back: June 19-21

New venue, more balloons & expanded schedule NEW GARDEN – The ninth Annual Chester County Balloon Festival is a must attend event providing family fun for all ages. This year’s Festival will take place at the New Garden Flying Field in Toughkenamon on Father’s Day weekend (June 19-21, 2015). Just a sampling of some of the types of balloons visitors can expect to see. The airport is located...

Aqua America names Franklin new CEO

Replaces Nicholas DeBenedictis July 1 BRYN MAWR, PA – Aqua America, Inc. (NYSE: WTR) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Christopher H. Franklin chief executive officer. Franklin will succeed current Chief Executive Officer Nicholas DeBenedictis effective July 1, 2015. Franklin, a 22-year veteran of Aqua, has held positions of increased responsibility in various areas of the...

Malvern Prep honors class of 2015

June 4 Commencement to bond history and bright futures The presentation of the Kevin J. Fitzpatrick ’81 Senior Class Award to Nick Parente of Lincoln University (second from right) and Brian Rawlins of West Chester (third from right). At left are Steve Valyo ’70, Assistant Head of School, and Christian Talbot, Head of School. At right is the Rev. Jim Flynn, O.S.A., President. Malvern, Pa. –...

UCF mom expands unique cycling studio to Main Line

2nd location provides residents & commuters increased flexibility to “Get Fit and Ryde!’ WEST CHESTER, PA – When Erica Burns relocated from Long Island, N.Y. to the Philadelphia suburbs in 2012 due to her husband’s job, she had no idea her own professional success would blossom as well. While getting her family of five situated in their new Kennett Square home, Burns came upon...

‘Day of Beauty’ for area veterans

A special approach to honoring those who serve This Memorial Day, veterans from the Coatesville VA Medical Center received a ‘Day of Beauty’ thanks to the staff of AseraCare Hospice and Palliative Medicine – Philadelphia, and the students from Empire Beauty School – Exton. Veterans from the Coatesville VA Medical Center along with the caring staff from AseraCare Hospice, Palliative Medicine...