David J. Kelly, 76, of Chadds Ford, formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, died on March 9. Beloved husband of Sarah A. "Sally" (nee Jones); loving father of David J. Kelly (Denise), Christopher E. Kelly (Johanna), Kathryn M. Kelly, Timothy G. Kelly (Cindy) and Susan E. Jeanguenat (JJ); loving grandfather of 11 grandchildren; dear brother of Joseph Kelly, Theresa Meinert, Edward Kelly and Frank Kelly. David was…
This year's 66th Annual Chadds Ford Art Show presents the work of 70 local professional artists in a variety of media and prices this Friday and Saturday, March 20 -21st. In addition to the many fine artists that show in the main exhibition hall, the Art Committee had added an "Art Salon- Other Points of View" which offers a more intimate view of five local…
While the Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board is in negotiations with the teachers’ union, offering a 2 percent pay hike, the board gave one administrator an 8 percent raise. Board members voted 6-1 Monday to extend the contract of Assistant to the Superintendent Ken Batchelor through 2020. The new deal will bring his salary up from $178,199, to $193,199. The lone vote against the $15,000 per…
Andrew N. Steele, 27, of Landenberg, died suddenly on Sunday, March 15, in Paradise, Pa. Born in West Chester, he was a son of James L. and Kimberly (Willard) Steele. Andrew loved playing guitar and enjoyed all types of music. He was an avid reader of world history, enjoyed hiking at the White Clay Creek Preserve and loved animals, especially his German shepherd. Andrew attended…
Intellectual Disability Awareness Month will feature a new traveling exhibit that recalls the complex and often tragic history of Pennhurst State School and Hospital, located in Spring City, a Chester County press release said. An official presentation of the exhibit and a reception will take place at the Government Services Center in West Chester on Thursday, March 19, from 6:30 until 8 p.m. It will…
Chadds Ford is a treasure, but it can be so much more. That’s why I’ve decided to run for supervisor. Our historic and alluring hometown is something to behold, yet its potential remains untapped. I believe that Chadds Ford can become an even greater place to live, play and visit by focusing on three key priorities: Establishing a “walkable” historic corridor; creating more opportunities for…