Chesco’s biggest Memorial Day parade salutes veterans

Kennett Square’s beloved, time-honored tradition marches on By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Marine First Sergeant and Kennett Square resident, Steven Hunter, walks the parade with son Alex KENNETT SQUARE – Historic Kennett Square hosted its annual Memorial Day Parade Monday. With more than 1,000 participants, near perfect weather, and an estimated record attendance; the parade appeared...

YMCA hosts FREE outdoor swim Memorial Day weekend

  Outdoor pools open to community – event places a focus water safety On May 23, 24 & 25, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine will kick off summer by opening its outdoor pools for FREE to all members of the community. This event is designed to highlight the importance of swim lessons and water safety skills and gives families the opportunity to enjoy a day of outdoor fun at the pool. Water...

Kennett Run celebrates 26 years

$1,000,000 raised to date for area charities By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Post race recognition of some individual category top runners KENNETT SQUARE – The run’s now iconic theme ‘Small town, BIG race & Strong Community’ certainly captured the feel of 26th annual Kennett Run Saturday morning. Thousands gathered amidst the backdrop of charming historic Kennett Square to run,...

Franklin & Marshall honors KHS’ Joseph O’Sullivan

Wins class of 2015 High School Teacher Award Joseph O’Sullivan, a member of the Social Studies Department at Kennett High School, was the winner of the Franklin & Marshall College High School Teacher Award. The award was presented at the Senior Awards Ceremony for the Class of 2015, May 8, at the Barshinger Center for the Musical Arts. Mr. O’Sullivan was nominated by a former student, Leah...

KCSD, WCSD & OASD teachers win Citadel Heart of Learning Award

1,200 nominated – three take home top honors By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times EXTON – The prestigious Citadel Heart of Learning Award winners were announced this week; with 1,200 Chester County teachers nominated, 15 finalists selected and three award winners announced. Each winner is the top candidate in the high school, middle school and elementary school categories. The 2015 winners...

KSQ’s Mala Galleria & ‘First Friday’ art stroll

May’s arrival brings new featured artists & community focused night KENNETT SQUARE – Kennett Square’s many charming boutiques, galleries and restaurants provide an inviting backdrop for its community focused “First Friday’ Art Stroll from 6-9 PM, Friday, May 1st. Mala Galleria has two new featured artists; siblings Leander and Mo Fontaine. A vibrant exhibit has been created to highlight...

WCASD to host free internet safety forums

Area elementary parents are invited; babysitting available on site during sessions The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) will host two“Safety in the Digital Age for Elementary Parents” information sessions that are free and open to the public. The first session is this Thursday. Does your child know how to work responsibly on a computer with other students on projects? What are some of...

Community art show showcases youth & emerging artists

Impressive collection delights and inspires By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times Portrait by Unionville High’s Dara Jin KENNETT SQUARE – Art created by the hands and minds of hundreds of talented area youth and emerging Mexican American Artists were showcased at this weekend’s Community Art Exhibit. The event was sponsored by the Kennett Merchant’s Association and Art on the Square;...

United Way to host ‘decadent’ fundraiser Sat night

  Chocolate, wine, craft beer & renowned architecture make for a spectacular evening 60 Bragg Hill POCOPSON – The United Way of Southern Chester County invites the community to an extraordinary evening this Saturday, April 25th, from 6:30-9:30 PM. The evening will celebrate the divinely decadent world of chocolate at the architectural masterpiece 60 Bragg Hill, designed by Mathew Moger...

Tooth loss is more than a cosmetic problem

Health impact of lost teeth can include mental, physical decline in old age By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times Tooth loss is more than just uncomfortable.   While reading a journal article I discovered a study from London that was published in an American geriatrics journal. Apparently in a study of adults over age 60 those who had lost all of their teeth had a more significant...