Carley Razzi Leads Penns Woods Winery with Vision, Tradition and Stewardship

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Carley Razzi stands with her father, Gino Razzi, founder of Penns Woods Winery, inside the winery’s production facility in Chadds Ford. Photo credit: Erin Ingraffia Photography.

With Vision, Tradition and Stewardship, Carley Razzi Leads Penns Woods Winery Carley Razzi represents a new generation of leadership in Pennsylvania winemaking. As co owner and president of Penns Woods Winery in Chadds Ford, she helps guide the strategic direction, marketing and daily operations of one of the region’s established estate wineries. Penns Woods Winery was founded in 2001 by her father, Gino Razzi, an…

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Adopt-a-Pet March 9

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Chimichanga Meet Chimichanga. This 5-year-old boy is friendly and ready to find his forever home. He’s looking for someone to love and a cozy spot to call his own. Could your home be the perfect place for Chimichanga? We hope so! Stop by the West Chester campus to meet…

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Bernice Moeser of Oxford

Bernice Moeser, 78, of Oxford, died suddenly on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Christiana Hospital in Newark. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Anna Eisenberg and the late Harry Eisenberg. Bernice was the heart of the family; endlessly caring, selfless, and full of love. Family meant the world to her, stressing the importance of family every single day. She adored her…

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Chadds Ford Art Show Returns with More Than 70 Regional Artists

Featuring More Than 70 Regional Artists, the Chadds Ford Art Show Returns The Chadds Ford Art Show and Sale will return Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Chadds Ford Elementary School, located at 3 Baltimore Pike in Chadds Ford. The longtime community event invites visitors to explore artwork from dozens of regional artists while supporting programs at the local school. The…

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Artist Nicole Wandersee Delights with Whimsical Animal Illustrations

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Whimsical Animal Illustrations Delight in the Work of Artist Nicole Wandersee Artist Nicole “Nicki” Wandersee has developed a distinctive artistic voice through detailed animal illustrations and expressive artwork that blends realism with a touch of whimsy. Sharing her work under the name Nicster Art, Wandersee creates pieces that highlight the personality and charm of animals through careful line work and imaginative design. Wandersee was born…

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Road Report for March 9 to March 13

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from March 9 to March 13. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. Milling and curb/ADA ramp installation will cause daytime lane closures on Creek Road between Route 1 and Upper Bank Drive in…

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ChesCo accepting applications for land preservation grants

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Crebilly Farm

The Chester County Parks and Preservation Department is accepting applications for its Preservation Partnership Program, which provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit land conservation organizations to protect open space across the county. The grant program supports the preservation of natural, recreational, agricultural, historic, and cultural land resources. About $2 million is available in the current funding cycle. The application period runs from March 1 through…

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Collier’s of Centreville Offers Decades of Wine Knowledge in Delaware’s Brandywine Valley

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A selection of wines featured at Collier’s of Centreville highlights the shop’s carefully curated offerings from Italian producers and other global wine regions. Photo courtesy of Collier’s of Centreville.

Decades of Wine Knowledge Offered at Collier’s of Centreville in Delaware’s Brandywine Valley Along scenic Kennett Pike in Centreville, Collier’s of Centreville has earned a reputation as one of Delaware’s most respected destinations for wine enthusiasts. Known for its carefully curated selection, knowledgeable staff, and educational approach to wine appreciation, the shop has been serving customers in the Brandywine Valley for more than four decades.…

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Around Town March 5

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Home Tweet Home

Longwood Gardens is offering a youth workshop, Home Tweet Home, on Saturday, March 14, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Trees aren’t just part of the scenery; they’re vital habitats for wildlife. Many birds rely on natural holes, called cavities, to build nests and raise their young safely away from predators. Join Longwood for this hands-on bird conservation workshop to learn about different types of birds…

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Resident calls for a halt on Shoppes at Concord

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Karli Franiak, of Team Toyota, is surrounded by members of Concord Township Council after receiving a plaque from council for being a sponsor for the township’s Parks & Rec programming.

The application for a proposed shopping center at Ridge Road and Route 202 came up again at the Concord Township Council’s March 3 meeting. During the Citizen Comment period, resident Kevin Voit again spoke out against the proposed Shoppes at Concord. Voit addressed the council last week during Giant supermarket’s liquor license transfer conditional use hearing, calling for the council to deny the transfer. (That…

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Ryan’s Rise Up Café in Glen Mills Creates Opportunity Through Inclusive Employment

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Creating Opportunity Through Inclusive Employment at Ryan’s Rise Up Café in Glen Mills A new café in Glen Mills is preparing to open with a mission that goes beyond coffee. Ryan’s Rise Up Café, located in Concordville Town Centre on Evergreen Drive near U.S. Route 322, was created to build opportunity, connection, and confidence through meaningful employment for individuals of all abilities. The café was…

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