New supervisor in Concord; Wawa wants beer

A minor changing of the guard in Concord Township occurred Tuesday night when Gail M. Ryan was appointed supervisor. She will fill the remaining months of now former Supervisor Dominic Cappelli’s term. Ryan, who is one of two Republican Party candidates for supervisor in the November general election, was sworn into office by Judge Wendy Roberts after the board formally accepted Cappelli’s resignation. According to…

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Adopt-a Pet: Brutus

Hi, I’m Brutus and I can’t wait to meet you. I’m a playful 5-year-old terrier and American pit mix who came to the SPCA on April 12. I’ll keep you in stitches with my antics. My favorite toy is my jolly ball and I can amuse myself for a long time while you watch and laugh. I’m energetic while still being well behaved. I enjoy…

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Police Log June 4: Assault, thefts, accidents with injuries

• State police said a 74-year-old Concord Township woman punched a would-be robber in the face and took back what the suspect had taken from her. According to the report, an unidentified white male approached the woman as she was getting out of her car on Dougherty Boulevard, dragged her across the grass and took her purse. The suspect then entered a dark colored sedan…

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Around Town June 4

• It’s Disco Night at the Kennett Area Senior Center on Saturday June 13. Step back in time and enjoy a fun evening of food, trivia and dancing. Disc jockey Del Bittle will provide the sound track for the evening. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and cost is $15 per person. • Darlington Arts Center welcomes singer/songwriter Casey Alvarez on Saturday, June 13, at 7:30…

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Academic Acknowledgement

• Lebanon Valley College announced that Jack Moore, of Chadds Ford, is a newly enrolled student for the fall 2015 semester. • Jonathan Brandin, of Chadds Ford, has earned attained dean's list status at Lehigh University in Spring 2015. • Tallulah Clark-Turner, of Chadds Ford, was named to Susquehanna University's dean's list for the spring 2015 semester. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a…

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