Robert Joseph Burns, 88, of West Grove, died on Friday, Dec. 27. Born on July 29, 1936, in Philadelphia, Robert lived a life like no other. A man of faith, he lived with a passion for his family, friends, music, and Christmas. His love and never-ending support to those blessed to be in his life is the greatest gift he has left this world. His…
Laura Neola Riale, 80, was born June 16, 1944, in Sparta, N.C., the daughter of the late Jackson Reeves and the late Blanche McMillan Reeves. She and her family relocated to Kennett Square around 1954. She graduated from Kennett High School in 1962, and married her best friend and soulmate, Kenneth Riale, on May 5, 1964. She worked at Hercules Industries in Delaware for nine…
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Cranberry Look at this beautiful 4-year-old girl. Cranberry is hoping to start the new year with a family of her very own. She is dog-friendly and good on a leash for walking. Please come meet her today. You can name your adoption fee for Cranberry through Sunday, Jan. 5.…
Concord Township is scheduling a resident Christmas Tree Recycling event for after the holiday season! Trees will be recycled to feed our local goats at Bush Hill Farm and others to be mulched for land use. To have your tree included, residents must: Register for pickup by Dec. 30. Registration must be done by calling the township office at 610-459-8911 or emailing [email protected]. If registering…
William E. Bergey, 79, of Chadds Ford, died on Dec. 25 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Gowanda, N.Y., Bill lived in Chadds Ford, for 50 years with his wife, Micky. Bill graduated from Arkansas State University in 1969 where he was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame. He was also a member of the Arkansas State University ROTC Hall of Heroes where…
PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Dec. 23 to Dec. 27. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Roadway construction will cause lane closures on High Street between Rosedale Avenue and Union Street in West Chester on Jan.…
• Kennett Square’s Midnight on the Square is next Tuesday, Dec. 31. Bring in 2025 with live music, laser lights, and the mushroom drop with a countdown beginning at 11:59 p.m. It all starts on E. State Street at 6:30 p.m. and goes through 12:30 a.m. on Jan. 1. Parking restrictions and road closures of State Street and Union Street will begin at 5 p.m.…
Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police are investigating the theft of a 2022 black Dodge Charger that was parked on Thomas Speakman Drive in Concord Township on Dec. 18. According to the report, the vehicle was locked and a steel steering lock was in use. • Police said they arrested a 22-year-old woman from Philadelphia on harassment charges in Chadds Ford Township on…
Antimo "Andy" Varriale, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died peacefully on Dec. 20, at the age of 70. He was surrounded by family and loved ones at the time of his death. Born in Napoli, Italy, on March 13, 1954, Antimo immigrated to the United States at a young age, eventually settling in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, where he would go on to build…
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Gabriel & Emma's Gift is here A generous donor is making this holiday season brighter for the lovable canines in our care. Extending Gabriel and Emma’s legacy of love, adoption fees for all large adult dogs (1 year old or older and 40 or more pounds) are sponsored through…
PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Dec. 23 to Dec. 27. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Construction is scheduled through the winter on Conchester Highway, Route 452 (Market Street), and Bethel Avenue as part of the…