In a far-reaching meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 17, the Kennett Township Board of Supervisors dealt with nearly a dozen issues, some of which – ranging from historic restoration to soil analysis – generated considerable discussion. Township Manager Lisa M. Moore said work had begun to stabilize the Fussell House, also known as The Pines, a former Underground Railroad stop on East Baltimore Pike in front…
A prison guard at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility was arrested for stealing from an inmate, according to a press release. Delaware County District Attorney Jack Whelan said Daniel McEnhill, 33, of Ridley Park, is charged with theft by unlawful taking or disposition. The arrest comes at the conclusion of an investigation conducted by Det. Lisa DeMartini of the Delaware County District Attorney Criminal…
The Chester County District Attorney’s office and Willistown Township Police Department announced the arrest of Lawrence Jamieson Jr. and John C. Brown on charges of sex trafficking, child pornography, sexual assault, conspiracy, and related charges. According to a press release, Willistown police received a report about child sexual abuse on Aug. 1 and initiated an investigation of defendants Jamieson and Brown. Police obtained a search…
• RTC, the Resident Theater Co., is performing the musical “The Last Five Years” this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 19 and 20, at the Chester County Historical Society, 225 North High Street in West Chester. Tickets are $22 and $32. Go to http://www.rtcwc.org/the-last-five-years.html for tickets. • Unique wares made by regional artisans will be available at the Brandywine River Museum of Art’s Crafts in…
Come meet all the wonderful animals available now for adoption at the Brandywine Valley SPCA. All featured pets are “Name Your Price” adoption fee until Monday, Aug. 22. Not ready to adopt? Then sponsor a pet and provide a safe place for our companions to rest until they find their forever homes. Help us give them a second chance at a fresh start. CHARLIE Hi, my name is Charlie and I…
The Joseph & Sarah Carter Community Development Corporation, formerly the Historic East Linden Project, is looking for an after-school instructor for Study Buddies, one of its most successful programs. Over the past 13 years, the CDC has spearheaded the revitalization of the once crime-plagued community. With assistance from residents as well as the Kennett Square borough police department, the neighborhood has become a safe, well-tended,…