I genuinely have no idea what reality this talking point is supposed to have a basis in. Here’s Tim McNulty: Joe Smydo writes that winds of change, exemplified by that street sweeper, carried...

Hi, it’s Gini here to share a little ribbon love with you! I have not stopped swooning over the May Arts eyelet, since I first saw it.  It is so easy to use on any type of project, and today I have a layout to share with you.  I’ve used the lace to create a shadow-box frame effect.

I cut the center square away from the patterned paper.  On the wrong side of the paper, near the inner edge, I applied Scor-tape.   I adhered the eyelet along the borders, facing towards the empty center.  I used foam adhesive to raise this layer up above the base layer.

This is a really simple technique to use, but I love the depth that it adds.

Blog post by: Gini Williams Cagle

 

May Arts Ribbons Used:

• 447 5/8”  Eyelet Trim

 

Partners in Craft Supplies Used:

• Scor-Pal   1/4” Scor-Tape

 

Other Supplies Used:

• Anna Griffin Patterned Papers, Die cuts
• Want2Scrap Pearl
• Xyron Mega Runner

 

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A sure sign that Tuesday’s municipal primary election in Lower Merion would be one of the quietest in recent memory was the dearth of campaign lawn signs throughout the township.

Book lovers, start the countdown. In just a few days, that very rare thing – an independent bookstore – will open on the Main Line, and it will be time to say, “Let the browsing begin.”

The Daily Numbers: 15 percent turnout in yesterday's Primary Election across the county.

60 percent turnout last November for the presidential election.

17,269 votes for Common Pleas Court candidate William Mackrides, making him the top vote getter in the county. He and fellow Republican Rich Cappelli will face Dems Nancy Walker and Steve Chanenson, who held serve on Dem side of ballot.

167 votes for Paula Brown on the Dem side for Magisterial District Judge in Darby. She lost on both sides of the ballot to Leonard Tenaglia.

16-9 vote by which Tameka Gibson-Williams won the Dem contest for mayor in Trainer.

1,000 dollar scholarship for Upper Darby High School student Corey Crews-Williams, in the name of Bailey O'Neill.

2 suspects nabbed by alert neighbors in a home break-in in Radnor.

44 million dollar tab now the pricetag for Penn State over the Jerry Sandusky affair.

24 people killed after revised numbers released in Oklahoma tornado.

200-plus people treated for various hospitals for injuries.

17 miles, how far the tornado traveled on the ground, destroying everything in its path.

1 mile wide, the girth of killer tornado.

200 mph winds, making it and EF5 twister, the top of the scale. Experts believe it was likely the most powerful tornado in history.

Call me a Phanatic: A look at the ups and downs of being a Philadelphia sports fan.Tyler Cloyd and Jonathon Pettibone. Sounds like an accounting firm, not two key members of your pitching staff. I'm not going to complain about it.

I Don’t Get It: Sergio Garcia just buried his hole a little deeper when he made a rude, racial remark clearly targeting Tiger Woods. He later tried to pass it off as a joke. No one is laughing. See you at Merion, Sergio.

Today’s Upper: Kudos toUpper Darby High student Corey Crews-Williams, winner of the first $1,000 Bailey O'Neill Scholarship.

Quote Box: “That's what this country is built on - the right to choose." - Monir Ahmed, candidate for Chester City Council, on the light turnout in the city.

There are more posts to be written about a few of these contests, but here’s where things stand with the races we’ve been following. The Good: - Bill Peduto beat Jack Wagner in the...

Here at Patch, we like to be thrifty, so we talked to two barbecue experts and uncovered some really good ideas to help you save money on your next outdoor party.  

1. Start with a marinade. This means planning ahead—say, Friday. But it’s worth it, says Rick Browne, host of Barbecue America on PBS, because you can pass up that well-marbled rib eye steak and buy a less tender and less expensive choice to grill like a flank steak or chuck steak. Just marinate it or brine for one or two days and then cook long and slow on the barbecue grill to break down tissues but maintain moisture. “You need to include an acid in the marinade, perhaps juice, vinegar or soy sauce, but avoid cola which is so acidic it can turn meat into a soggy mess.” Try these marinade recipe ideas.

2. Set your grill to medium heat. It’s so easy to overcook meat, especially when you’re entertaining. “Grilling over medium heat is key because the beef will be browned perfectly and cooked evenly,” Dave Zino, executive chef and culinary spokesperson for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. The same goes for chicken.

3. Dessert? Try grilled fruit. It's inexpensive and unexpected. “I love to grill fruit like watermelon, pears and pineapple. It really doesn't get any easier or healthier than that. If you need something to cool off with, serve the grilled fruit with a scoop of frozen yogurt or ice cream,” Zino recommends.

4. Choose poultry instead of beef. Browne is a fan of “beer-butt chicken," placing an entire chicken on the grill with an open can of beer inserted into it. “The beer steams the flesh and produces very moist and succulent meat.” He also likes turkey dogs and turkey bacon as a healthier choice for his popular “bacon wrapped cheese hot dogs” for kids. (There is no recipe—you just wrap the hotdog in cheese, and wrap cooked bacon around it.)

5. Or choose fish instead of beef. Browne likes to grill salmon on disposable cedar planks, which he soaks first so that the salmon remains moist while cooking.

6. Make your own coleslaw and baked beans. If you’ve got the time and the inclination, this is a big money-saver. We’re partial to Paula Deen’s coleslaw recipe and this root beer baked bean recipe from Aarti Sequeira of Food Network fame. And you can find healthy recipes in Browne’s Big Book of Barbecue Sides.

7. Buy meat on sale or in bulk. Rick Browne says don’t be afraid to buy meat in the sale section of the meat display. “You can always take it to the store butcher to check out if you aren’t sure and rewrap.” Plus buying in bulk from Costco or another retailer is a great way to save money if you’re feeding a crowd.

8. Yes, you do want leftovers. If you get a great deal on a package of steaks, grill them all up, says Zino. “I slice that steak up the next day and wrap it in a burrito for a protein-rich breakfast or serve it on a salad for a nice light steak salad with extra veggies and vinaigrette."

Planning a Memorial Day party or barbeque? Tell us what you're cooking in the comments below.

Our live-stream Internet broadcast, 'Live From the Newsroom,' tonight will have a very special guest.

We will be visited by Upper Darby High School student Corey Crews-Williams, the winner of a $1,000 scholarship that honors Bailey O'Neill. You can read about his award here.

O'Neill, you might remember, was the Darby Township student who died after he developed seizures a few weeks after being involved in a schoolyard fight.

The scholarship honors Bailey's memory, with the funds put up by Teach Anti-Bullying Inc. and the Glen Riddle Rotary Club.

In addition to chatting with Crews-Williams, we'll be joined by Dr. Claudio Cerullo, the director of Teach Anti-Bullying Inc.

We'll discuss the recent findings released by the county District Attorney's office, including results of an autopsy that found no direct link between the fight and Bailey's death. The O'Neill family has remained steadfast in their belief that Bailey was the victim of bullying. The medical findings have not changed their beliefs.

Dr. Cerullo also will update us on the anti-bullying push in the county, including a recent move in Prospect Park to declare the borough a "bullying-free" town, sparked by the actions of 10-year-odl Hanna Maier.

Do you have a question for Crews-Williams? Or questions about the Bailey O'Neill findings? Email me your questions and we'll discuss them on the show tonight.

Then you can log on to DelcoTimes.com tonight at 7 and join our live chat.

Bullying is not going away. It is an issue that all of us continue to deal with. Why not join the conversation.

 

 

Of Primary importance? Doesn't seem that way

Raise your hand if you're surprised by yesterday's election results?

I'm not talking about who won or lost. I'm talking about how many people made those decisions.

Yeah, I'm not surprised either.

It looks like somewhere around 15 percent of eligible voters in Delco managed to get out to the polls and take part in the Democratic process. It was the same across the state.

This comes just a few months after more than 60 percent showed up to take part in the presidential election.

I don't get it. Why do we care so much about deciding who is going to take up residence in the White House, but so little in who is going to run borough hall? Or our local school boards?

As a nation, we show an amazing resiliency when faced with any kind of threat or natural disaster. Look at the patriotic fever that again swept the nation after the bombings at the Boston Marathon.  In these instances, we love to wear our patriotism on our sleeves.

But just a few scant weeks later, people went about their business, for the most part oblivious to what is perhaps the most patriotic thing you can do - vote.

I don't get it.

The numbers will improve a bit in November, when instead of nominating candidates for each party, we will actually decide the winners and losers in those races. Some voters, however, may be surprised that their choices have already been limited. That's what happens in some judicial and school races where candidates can cross-file.

Luckily, here in Delaware County, both parties held their serve in the races for two seats on the county Court of Common Pleas. Voters will have a choice between Republicans Richard Cappelli and William Mackrides, who will face Democrats Nancy Walker and Steve Chanenson. All four candidates cross-filed, but each party's picks won their side of the ballot, setting up the November race.

The same can't be said for voters in the Magisterial District Judge race for Darby Borough, Colwyn and Sharon Hill. If you are a Paula Brown backer, you just missed your chance, unless she decides to run a write-in campaign in November. That's becase Leonard Tenaglia won on both the Republican and Democratic ballots.

I'm not a big fan of cross-filing, but that's the system we use, so I don't blame candidates for trying to win both ballots.

That's exactly the kind of question candidates should consider when they stay away in droves during primary elections.

Raise your hand if you're surprised by yesterday's election results?

I'm not talking about who won or lost. I'm talking about how many people made those decisions.

Yeah, I'm not surprised either.

It looks like somewhere around 15 percent of eligible voters in Delco managed to get out to the polls and take part in the Democratic process. It was the same across the state.

This comes just a few months after more than 60 percent showed up to take part in the presidential election.

I don't get it. Why do we care so much about deciding who is going to take up residence in the White House, but so little in who is going to run borough hall? Or our local school boards?

As a nation, we show an amazing resiliency when faced with any kind of threat or natural disaster. Look at the patriotic fever that again swept the nation after the bombings at the Boston Marathon.  In these instances, we love to wear our patriotism on our sleeves.

But just a few scant weeks later, people went about their business, for the most part oblivious to what is perhaps the most patriotic thing you can do - vote.

I don't get it.

The numbers will improve a bit in November, when instead of nominating candidates for each party, we will actually decide the winners and losers in those races. Some voters, however, may be surprised that their choices have already been limited. That's what happens in some judicial and school races where candidates can cross-file.

Luckily, here in Delaware County, both parties held their serve in the races for two seats on the county Court of Common Pleas. Voters will have a choice between Republicans Richard Cappelli and William Mackrides, who will face Democrats Nancy Walker and Steve Chanenson. All four candidates cross-filed, but each party's picks won their side of the ballot, setting up the November race.

The same can't be said for voters in the Magisterial District Judge race for Darby Borough, Colwyn and Sharon Hill. If you are a Paula Brown backer, you just missed your chance, unless she decides to run a write-in campaign in November. That's becase Leonard Tenaglia won on both the Republican and Democratic ballots.

I'm not a big fan of cross-filing, but that's the system we use, so I don't blame candidates for trying to win both ballots.

That's exactly the kind of question candidates should consider when they stay away in droves during primary elections.

Cole Hamels, who left the locker room without comment after suffering his seventh loss of the season Monday night, probably could only shake his head as he watched last night's game.

Sparked by the return of Ryan Howard, the Phillies offense snapped out of its funk - at least for one night - and one night too late for the hard-luck Phils left-handed ace.

The Phillies erupted for 15 hits and seven runs one night after another impotent showing wasted a 10-strikeout performance from Hamels.

But don't overlook something else that happened last night. The Phillies got another solid effort from a minor league callup on the mound. First it was Jonathan Pettibone. Now it's Tyler Cloyd. Last night the young Cloyd went seven solid innings, giving up just two runs while scattering eight hits.

Ironically, both of these guys were struggling a bit at Lehigh Valley. But something happened to them on the ride down the Northeast Extension. With a chance at The Show, both are staking their claims that they are legitimate major league hurlers.

You can read Dennis Deitch's account of the action here.

In the meantime, Hamels no doubt was wondering what he has to do to get the kind of offensive support Cloyd enjoyed last night.

The wins moves the Phils just one game behind the sagging Washington Nationals for second place in the NL East. They still trail the Braves by five and a half games.

Given that Hamels is an eye-popping 1-7, and that they will be without Roy Halladay for three months if not the rest of the season, Pettibone and Cloyd might just be the best thing that has happened to this team so far this season.

Bala Avenue will be closed Wednesday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. between City and Union avenues for a water main that has caused flooding in recent weeks. 

Quick acting neighbors led to the arrest of two burglary suspects Tuesday morning.

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NORRISTOWN – It was a different kind of court than the one Villanova Wildcats player JayVaughn Pinkston was accustomed to seeing.

The Shop of Church of the Redeemer will close its doors, possibly for the last time, on June 18.

After six years at its helm, manager Lou de Lisser announced her resignation effective May 30 and now the consignment shop—which has raised more than $100,000 for a variety of local charities—will host a series of going-out-of business sales before beginning a hiatus the church's parishioners hope isn't permanent.

"After six years, [Lou] needs a break," explained church director of communications and stewardship Ken Garner. "And no one is stepping forward right now."

While the church is holding out hope that someone will eventually volunteer to relaunch the shop, at the moment, Redeemer is focused on unloading the items it has on hand—which include women and childrens' clothing, furniture, and dining sets.

The last day of regular store hours is on May 30, after which the church will host a large sale, before finishing with two weeks of limited hours. The big sale will take place on Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., then on June 11, 13, and 18 the store will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sell what's left.

In the meantime, the church has no plans for the empty space, but its rooting interest is clear.

"It probably won't be in the same configuration it is now, but [the shop] might come back as something new once again," said Garner.

Narberth’s annual Spring Cleanup – or, as locals call it, “Junk Week” – starts June 3. This year, borough residents with furniture, household items or building materials have a chance to donate their items rather than throw them away.

PHILADELPHIA – A former housekeeper who stole a rare 18th Century bust sculpture of Benjamin Franklin from a Main Line client faces several years in federal prison for taking the stolen property out of state.

On Thursday May 9, the L.A.-based frozen yogurt franchise, Pinkberry, opened its doors to the Main Line. This is Pinkberry’s first location in the Philadelphia region.

Local governments and organizations across the Philadelphia area have planned Memorial Day observances.

If you don't see your local event below, please tell us about it in the comments section at the bottom.

Ardmore Memorial Day Parade

• When: 9:45 a.m. on Monday, May 27
  
• What: Starting off with a performance by the Merion Concert Band at Lancaster and Argyle Avenues, the parade will leave Greenfield Avenue at 10:30 a.m. and work its way to St .Paul’s Cemetery for an 11:15 a.m. memorial service. Awards will be given for best-decorated bicycles.

Narberth Memorial Day Parade

• When: Starts at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, May 27
• What: The parade starts at Windsor and Conway Avenues, and the business district on Haverford Avenue is the main suggested viewing area. Before the parade, Sweet Mabel is sponsoring free bike decorating for kids, from 2-4 p.m. Saturday and noon-2 p.m. Sunday. The parade is co-sponsored by the Narberth American Legion and the Narberth War Memorial Committee.

Gladwyne Memorial Day Parade and Block Party

• When: Noon on Monday, May 27
• What: Children are invited to decorate bikes, wagons and strollers and walk in the Memorial Day parade, sponsored by Gladwyne's civic association and Library League. They assemble at 11 a.m. behind the Gladwyne Park. After the parade, there will be a ceremony to honor veterans, followed by food and entertainment.

Radnor Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

• When: 9:45 a.m. on Monday, May 27
• What: Starting at the Radnor Financial Center and ending at the war memorial on South Wayne Avenue, the Radnor Township parade will roll down Lancaster Avenue, concluding with a memorial ceremony featuring a Marine Corps veteran of World War II and an appearance from the Poppi Queen.

145th Annual Malvern Memorial Parade

• When: 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 2
  
• What: The parade will follow King Street from the Malvern Fire Station west to Warren Avenue, south to Monument Avenue and west to the end at Memorial Park. The day also includes a 9 a.m. “Run for Freedom” 5-kilometer race, with proceeds going toward the Chester County Hero Fund.

21st Annual Kiwanis Patriotic Celebration (Phoenixville)

• When: 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 24
• What: Phoenixville residents and visitors gather in Phoenixville's Reeves Park to honor military veterans the Friday before Memorial Day.

Roxborough Memorial Day Ceremonies

• When: Monday, May 27
  
• What: Observances are confirmed for Wissahickon Memorial at 10 a.m., Leverington Cemetery at noon and Gorgas Park at 1 p.m.

American Legion Post 227 Memorial Day Parade in Springfield

• When: 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27
• What: The parade starts at Veteran’s Memorial Park and finishes at the Springfield Township administration building.

The Marple American Legion Memorial Day Parade

• When: 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27
• What: The American Legion Marple Memorial Post 805 parade will kick off at Malin Road and West Chester Pike in Broomall.

Media Memorial Day Parade

• When: 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27
  
• What: The parade heads down State Street and will consist of local veterans and members of community groups.

Fellow Democrats, I just want to give you a quick Election Day reminder. Please stop posting pictures on social media of your ballot from your voting machine. Why? It’s against Pennsylvania...