Three men are accused of selling counterfeit high-end hair appliances and duping buyers into thinking some of the company's proceeds would fund breast cancer charities, federal authorities said. The defendants were charged by information on Tuesday, June 30, of a conspiracy to import and sell counterfeit goods, said U.S. Attorney Zane David Memeger in a press ...
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Effort to enforce safety on roads, waterways
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on June 30th, 2015
As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, PennDOT, Pennsylvania State Police and local police are partnering to help decrease impaired driving and aggressive behaviors through the weekend. Last year, 326 alcohol-related crashes occurred from Friday, June 27, to Sunday, July 6, resulting in 11 fatalities. This marked an increase from 2013, when 256 alcohol-related ...
Pope’s Philadelphia itinerary announced
Posted by Press Release on June 30th, 2015
The Vatican released the comprehensive itinerary for Pope Francis' journey to the United States, including his schedule for Philadelphia on Sept. 26-27, which will close the six-day journey, said an archdiocesan press release. Pope Francis will take part in eight public events in Philadelphia, in addition to his arrival and departure from Atlantic Aviation. The ...
Updated 9-1-1 law comes with surcharge hike
Posted by Press Release on June 29th, 2015
Gov. Tom Wolf signed legislation into law on Monday, June 29, to update and enhance Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications law, said a press release from State Rep. Steve Barrar, R-160. The legislation, sponsored by Barrar, brings fiscal stability and greater financial accountability to county 9-1-1 centers, which initiate an emergency response after someone ...
Art Watch: Musical Chairs and strolls
Posted by Lele Galer on June 29th, 2015
This first Friday in July marks a First Friday Art Stroll for the towns of West Chester, Kennett Square and Phoenixville. Make sure to mark your calendars for this Friday July 3rd and check out the various opening receptions and pop up shows throughout the towns. First Fridays are a great way to introduce you to these wonderful downtown locations. Make sure to ...
Winterthur in July: From goats to Sin City
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on June 29th, 2015
As summer settles in, Winterthur has a host of activities planned for the month of July, running the gamut from goats to fraktur. Those who haven’t had an opportunity to meet Franklin and Stanley, two Boer goats that Winterthur acquired last August and who boast an appetite for invasive plants, should plan on attending the July 22 “Wednesdays at Winterthur Garden ...
Phillippina “Lena” A. Corkadel of West Grove
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on June 29th, 2015
Phillippina “Lena” A. Corkadel, 71, of West Grove, died Friday, June 26, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She was the wife of William E. Corkadel Sr., with whom she shared 52 years of marriage. Born in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Diego and Nancy Miscioscia Scimemi. Lena was a court administration assistant, in the Chester County ...
Rocks, rodeo and fireworks dazzle
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on June 27th, 2015
The Blue Rocks put on quite a show for the Chadds Ford Business Association Friday evening. They soundly defeated the Potomac 5 to 1. Cowboy Monkey Rodeo also put on a show, which was capped with fireworks. Forecasts of rain were proven wrong in what turned out to be a beautiful evening with a breeze. "An evening at the ballpark was the perfect way to celebrate my ...
Pocopson, Conservancy awarded state grants
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on June 26th, 2015
Pocopson Township and the Brandywine Conservancy have been awarded state grants for historic projects, according to a press release from state Sen. Dominic Pileggi, R-9, of Chester. The grants, released by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, are intended for the preservation, rehabilitation and restoration activities of historic sites that are eligible ...
Roadwork for week of June 27
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on June 26th, 2015
PennDOT has announced the following road projects, which are weather-dependent and could affect residents in the greater Chadds Ford area during the week of June 28 through July 5. The department recommends that motorists allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Lenape Road in Birmingham Township will require lane closures between ...
Historical society seeking South Asian input
Posted by Press Release on June 26th, 2015
Are you a member of the Indian, Pakistani, or Greater South Asian community and presently a resident of Chester County? If so, the Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) is extending an invitation to share your story. With the generosity of funders to the Dr. Mian Jan Fellowship, CCHS is pleased to expand its permanent collections in the area of South Asian ...
