Noting that the future of the Unionville Community Fair is in jeopardy, the fair’s executive board is seeking its next president and treasurer – positions that have to be filled for the fair to continue. The Unionville area is rich with dedicated community leaders, and the fair needs just two, and only for a two-year term. The structure of the fair is financially, ...
Archive for January 28th, 2016
Phyllis A. Bloom Ensbrenner Rogers Pastorius of West Grove
Phyllis A. Bloom Ensbrenner Rogers Pastorius, 88, of West Grove, died Wednesday, Jan. 27, at her home. She was the wife of the late Donald D. Pastorius who died in 1992 and with whom she shared 42 years of marriage. Born in Canton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Elmer J. and the late Margaret G. (Ensbrenner) Bloom. She was a retired bookkeeper, and had been ...
Former E. Marlborough sex offender paroled
A former East Marlborough Township man was paroled last month, having spent nearly a year in prison on child-pornography charges. State police said the case against Jeffrey M. Ball, 46, began in March 2014, when detectives from Delaware County determined that Ball was sharing images of child pornography online from his residence. In September 2014, troopers executed ...
Kidnapping attempt suspect’s sketch released
State police from the Avondale barracks have released a composite sketch of the man who allegedly attempted to abduct a 10-year-old girl in Penn Township on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Police said the girl worked with police to provide details for the sketch. Police and area school district have asked parents and guardians to be vigilant at bus stops and to report any ...
Adopt-a-Pet Jan. 28

Come meet all the wonderful animals available now for adoption at the Chester County SPCA. All featured pets are “Name Your Price” adoption fee until Monday, Feb. 1. Can’t adopt yet? How about if your sponsor a pet and provide a safe place for our companions to rest until they find their forever homes. Help us give them a second chance at a fresh start. Abby Hi, ...
Op/ed: Heroes of budget impasse recognized
When Governor Wolf and the state legislature were unable to reach a state budget agreement by July 1, 2015, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania lost its authority to spend funds for crucial programs and services. These included critical social needs such as child welfare and protective services, aging, mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance-abuse treatment ...
Temporary business signs an issue in Chadds Ford
Temporary signs for retailers in Chadds Ford are an issue again. A move to allow the signs was made in 2009 when the economy was flagging. Members of the Chadds Ford Business Association made a plea to supervisors who agreed to allow the signs — small A-frame signs — on an annual basis. The result was a resolution amending the sign ordinance. Business owners had to ...
Around Town Jan. 28
• On Saturday, Jan. 30, the new Wegmans Food Market in Concord Township, along all other Wegmans, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the family-run business. At 11 a.m., a celebration cake will be served to customers and to employees. • Chadds Ford Township will hold a Visioning Workshop, Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Supervisor Samantha Reiner said the meeting is "where ...
Academic Acknowledgment Jan. 28
• Marilyn Prince, of Chadds Ford, was named to the Miami University (Ohio) President's List. Miami University students who achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average for first semester 2015-2016 have been named to the president's list recognizing academic excellence. Prince is earning a bachelor of science degree majoring in middle childhood education. • Carlin ...