Police Log Feb 12: Thefts, extortion

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police are investigating the reported theft of $444 worth of clothing taken from the Gap store in Concord Township on Jan. 10. • Police said two women from Wilmington — who they identified as Tina Quaranto, 57, and Heather Jablonski, 47 — were arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop in Concord Township on Jan. 31. The…

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Adopt-a-Pet Feb. 10

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Mr. Blue Sky is the funniest, sweetest 6-year-old goofball. you've ever seen. His biggest interest is playing with his blue ball. He will carry on a mumbled conversation with you, let you know when he has to go out, sleep through the night in his crate, loves playing keep…

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Ollie M. Paisley of Landenberg

Ollie M. Paisley, 100, of Landenberg, died Tuesday, Feb. 4, at the Chester County Hospital. She became a centenarian on Dec. 31, 2024. She was the wife of Wiley “Fats” E. Paisley, who died in 2015 and with whom she shared 73 years of marriage. Born in Shouns, Tenn., she was the daughter of the late John O’Johnson Greer and the late Laura Thomas Greer.…

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Road Report Feb. 10 to Feb. 14

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Feb. 10 to Feb. 14. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Aerial line work will cause daytime lane closures on Route 026 between Wollaston and Mill roads in West Marlborough Township…

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Around Town Feb. 6

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Valentine's Day at Longwood.

• Longwood Gardens is offering special hours for Valentine’s Day weekend. While it might be cold outside, visitors can still take a quiet stroll or enjoy the warmth of conservatory plantings during those extra hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Feb. 14, 15, and 16. There will also be the sound of classical guitar from Rusty Banks, performing live on the Gardens Exhibition…

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Police Log Feb. 5: Thefts, vandalism, drugs

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police said two men dressed in black stole two 8-packs of Fireball and Bud Light seltzer from the Wawa on Naamans Creek Road on Jan. 11. • State police said they arrested a 16-year-old boy from Chester for stealing $78 worth of apparel from Target in Concord Township on Dec. 24. • Police are now reporting that Lululemon in…

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Adopt-a-Pet Feb. 3

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Lady Agatha No senior kitty should have to spend her days in a shelter, and Lady Agatha is certainly no exception. Lady Agatha is an 11-year-young sweetheart who is ready to settle down into a forever home where she can thrive in her golden years. Please come say hello…

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Road Report Feb. 3 to Feb. 7

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Feb. 3 to Feb. 7. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Utility installation will cause daytime lane closures on High Street between Sharpless and E. Nields streets in West Chester through…

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Academic Achievement Jan. 31

• Tim Crane of Chadds Ford has been named to the University of Rhode Island’s Fall 2024 Dean's List. To be eligible for the list, a student must complete 12 or more credits in the semester with a grade point average of 3.30. • Natalie Gartner of Chadds Ford was named to The University of Alabama Dean’s List for Fall Semester 2024. The university requires…

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Around Town Jan. 30

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Chenoa Manor, an animal sanctuary in Avondale, is holding a fundraiser in Kennett Square from 6-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8 at Lieu Antiques + Interiors. (Courtesy photo)

• Chenoa Manor, an animal sanctuary in Avondale, is holding a fundraiser in Kennett Square from 6-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8 at Lieu Antiques + Interiors. The event includes a musical performance by operatic "standout soloist" Gina Perregrino. All donations and proceeds from this event go towards supporting our sanctuary and learning center. As a 100 percent volunteer non-profit, Chenoa relies on community support…

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Police Log Jan. 29: Car theft, felony fleeing

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police are investigating the theft of a car from the lot of David Auto on Route 202 in Chadds Ford Township. The theft took place on Jan. 2. Police described the suspects as two unidentified black men wearing all-black clothing, black facemasks, and surgical gloves. According to police, the pair arrived at the dealership after hours, gained access…

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