September 8, 2015 - ChaddsFordLive.com

D.A. probing gun incident at middle school

Despite his insistence that no students were ever threatened, the Unionville-Chadds Ford superintendent’s email about a gun found in a car idling outside the middle school last week stirred alarm and raised some questions among residents.

The email from Superintendent John C. Sanville on Thursday, Sept 3, said police were called to the school earlier that day after security officials, who regularly patrol the parking lot, saw a holstered gun in a car that had been left running, the email said. It added that police were called and determined the car belonged to a parent who has “the appropriate licenses to carry a firearm.”

Sanville then applauded the vigilance of those who responded to the incident and wished everyone a pleasant holiday weekend, but that was not necessarily the end of the story.

Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan said his office is working with the school district and the East Marlborough Township Police Department to investigate what happened. He said he hoped the Chester County Detectives would provide him with a report by the end of the week.

According to state law, anyone who brings a weapon onto school property can be charged with a first-degree misdemeanor. However, the law excludes someone who possesses the weapon for a “lawful purpose,” possession that could be justified by the issuance of a permit.

About CFLive Staff

See Contributors Page https://chaddsfordlive.com/writers/

D.A. probing gun incident at middle school Read More »

Edward J. Davidson of Malvern

Obituaries

Edward J. Davidson, 68, of Malvern, died Sunday, Sept. 6, at the Chester Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Malvern.

Born in West Chester, he was the son of the late James H. Davidson Jr. and Ruth Siple Davidson.

Edward was disabled. He was an avid reader.

He is survived by one nephew, Barry Davidson of Chadds Ford, and one niece, Sharon Brown of New Orleans, La.

He was predeceased by his brother Walter “Buddy” H. Davidson.

A Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept.11 at the Union Hill Cemetery, Route 82 in Kennett Square.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com

Arrangements by the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, Kennett Square.

About CFLive Staff

See Contributors Page https://chaddsfordlive.com/writers/

Edward J. Davidson of Malvern Read More »

Diane “Dinah” Edythe Ramey of West Chester

Obituaries

Diane Edythe Ramey, “Dinah”, of West Chester, formerly of Haverford and Ardmore, died Sept. 1.

Born in Bryn Mawr in 1940, she was the daughter of the late Florence (nee Hauger) and Granville Ramey. She graduated from the Philadelphia College of the Arts and worked as a Professional Education Counselor for The American College.

Dinah enjoyed painting and horseback riding. She rode at Thorncroft with her close friends Shelly and Vicky and her horse, the late Willow. Dinah loved cats and rescued a kitten at 3 weeks old, named Dawn, and raised her. This past year, she moved to Sunrise of Westtown and made many new friends.

Dinah is survived by her sister Nancy Ann Panati (Jerold), her niece Donna Lamberth (Karl), her nephew Robert Panati (Tracy), and her great nieces Jenna Lamberth, Amanda Panati, and Dani Panati.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Thorncroft Equestrian Center at thorncroft.org or to the Chester County SPCA, 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA 19380.

Online condolences at www.donohuefuneralhome.com.

About CFLive Staff

See Contributors Page https://chaddsfordlive.com/writers/

Diane “Dinah” Edythe Ramey of West Chester Read More »

Armed robbery at Chadds Ford McDonald’s

Police

The suspect wearing a ski mask with a skull face.

On Friday, Sept. 4, at approximately 11:13 p.m., the McDonald’s restaurant on Route 202 in Chadds Ford Township was robbed at gunpoint. State police describe the suspect as a black male wearing a grey sweatshirt, a ski mask with a skull face, dark-colored pants, and white sneakers. The suspect gave the store manager a black and green duffle bag and ordered him to fill it with the money from the register and safe. The suspect appeared familiar with the restaurant and with the location of the safe. The suspect arrived at the McDonald’s at approx. 10:40 p.m. and hid in a restroom until at 11:13 when he exited and committed the robbery. The suspect stole approximately $2,000 and fled on foot across Route 202 toward a Wyndham Hotel. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Tpr. Martin Wiley at 480-840-1000.

About CFLive Staff

See Contributors Page https://chaddsfordlive.com/writers/

Armed robbery at Chadds Ford McDonald’s Read More »

FREE! Thank You Concert for the Community

Arts & Entertainment

The Kennett Symphony of Chester County (KSCC) presents American Flair!, a free thank you concert for the community on Saturday, September 12, 7:30 pm under the direction of Music Director, Michael Hall. The concert will take place in the Mushroom Festival Special Events Tent at Willow & State Streets in Kennett Square.

Presented in Partnership with The Mushroom Festival 30th Anniversary & Kennett Symphony 75th Anniversary, the Symphony will perform a potpourri of diverse selections, including Broadway, movie music and patriotic tunes to pay tribute to America’s rich musical heritage. Nothing beats live music from a full orchestra to get your hands clapping, toes tapping and spirits soaring. “The Kennett Symphony is grateful to The Mushroom Festival for making it possible for us to celebrate our anniversaries together in this very special way!” says Monica Buffington, Executive Director of the Kennett Symphony. “The opportunity to present a free concert for our community is a first for the Kennett Symphony, and we can’t wait to present this musical thank you to our community for supporting The Mushroom Festival for 30 years, and the Kennett Symphony for 75!”

Music Director Michael Hall has planned a fun and festive evening filled with great music that is sure to delight fans of all ages. “We are constantly striving to offer more opportunities for our community to experience the joy of orchestral music, and our free concert in cooperation with The Mushroom Festival is just such an endeavor.” says Hall. “My vision is for the Kennett Symphony to play a leading role in the arts in this wonderful community.”

No tickets required. Seating will be available and is first-come, first-served. Guests are welcome to bring their own chairs as well.

PROGRAM

Bernstein – West Side Story Medley Anderson-Lopez – Music from Frozen

Arr. Ricketts – Chicago – Film Selections Horner – Music from Apollo 13

Offenbach – Can Can Copland – Variations on a Shaker Melody

Schonberg – Les Miserables: I Dreamed a Dream Arr.Lowden – Armed Forces Salute

Lloyd Webber – Phantom of the Opera Ward – America the Beautiful

Williams – Star Wars Medley Sousa– Stars and Stripes

Williams – Raiders March from Raiders of the Lost Ark

For more information, visit www.kennettsymphony.org or call 610-444-6363.

About the Kennett Symphony of Chester County:

The KSCC is celebrating its 75^th anniversary this year. Founded in 1940, the Kennett Symphony is Chester County’s only fully professional symphony orchestra, and serves the residents of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey, along with thousands of tourists who attend the Kennett Symphony’s popular summer concerts at Longwood Gardens. The Symphony’s mission is to serve the community by enriching lives through music. In addition to presenting varied and entertaining orchestral concerts, the Kennett Symphony encourages young musicians through annual Young Artist Competitions and its affiliation with the Kennett Symphony Children’s Chorus. More information can be found at www.kennettsymphony.org

About Press Release

FREE! Thank You Concert for the Community Read More »