Whether it’s the President detailing the State of the Union, or the governor opining on the State of the State, such annual addresses seldom generate the kind of excitement one could find Thursday night in Kennett Square at the Market at Liberty Place. David B. Myers, president of Historic Kennett Square, began the “State of the Downtown” presentation by highlighting some of the accomplishments of…
On a frigid Monday evening, Feb. 16, a 17-year-old male had the misfortune to experience a flat tire in the 9000 block of Gap Newport Pike, but that turned out to be the least of his problems, said New Garden Township Police. When officers responded at 8:19 p.m., they found the teen barely conscious; he had injuries to his face and knuckles and his clothing…
When authorities executed a search warrant in the 400 block of Line Road in Kennett Square on Friday, Feb. 13, officers found conditions so unsanitary that the residence – home to three children – had to be condemned, said New Garden Township Police. The search warrant followed an investigation into possible illegal activity in the home and led to the arrest of Ronnice Osborne, 38,…
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine, a cause-driven nonprofit committed to strengthening community through programs that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, has added the following new association board members, according to a press release. These new members will be part of an expanded, 32-person Association Board following the Jan. 1, merger between the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley and YMCA of the Upper…
Just as the Jamie Wyeth retrospective is taking audiences by storm, the Brandywine River Museum has announced an appearance by another force of nature in the family: his high-energy niece. Victoria Browning Wyeth will lead a program on Friday, March 13, that promises “lively discussion” and “an intimate view” of renowned artist Jamie Wyeth in conjunction with the exhibition, a sweeping display that spans six…
Marian B. Lewis, 92, of Kennett Square, died Monday, Feb. 16, at the Pocopson Home. She was the wife of the late Charles Hunter Lewis who died in 1956. Born in Kennett Square, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Mamie Merritt Bernard. Marian served our country in the Army as a nurse during WWII. Her duties took her to England, Japan, and…
A budget for the 2015-2016 Unionville-Chadds Ford school year is one step closer to being reality. School board directors approved the preliminary budget during their Feb. 17 meeting. Current numbers show anticipated spending to be $80.9 million and total revenue estimated at $88.6 million. That revenue figure includes a fund balance of $8.68 million. Taxes will increase, according to the plan. Property taxes in Chester…
While the Phillies begin spring training in 70-degree weather in ClearwAter, Fla., the greater Chadds Ford area is experiencing frigid temperatures, as the waterfall at Newlin Grist Mill Park shows.
Trooper is a five-year-old neutered orange male tabby who was found as a stray, and entered the Chester County SPCA shelter on Jan. 28. He tested positive for FIV so he needs to be either an only cat or with another cat who is FIV+. When volunteers come to play with, Trooper likes to climb out of his cage into their arms. He politely insists…
• State police from Troop K, Media barracks, are investigating a case of extortion against a Concord Township man. A report said the victim had been engaging in “explicit activities” via social media with a Web cam, without realizing the suspect was recording the activity. The suspect, identity unknown, then reportedly extorted money in exchange for not releasing the video. Some of the footage…
• The Kennett Area Senior Center hosts a presentation on “Nutrition and My Vision” on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Learn what role nutrition plays in maintaining good vision how to keep your eyes functioning well. For more information, call the center at 610-444-4819. • On Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m., Amanda C. Burdan, associate curator at the Brandywine River Museum of…