Archive for March 23rd, 2016

Chesco committed to avoiding ‘R’ word

The Chester County Commissioners spent the majority of their Sunshine meeting on Tuesday, March 22, focusing on intellectual disabilities and domestic violence. Commissioner Michelle Kichline read a proclamation for Intellectual Disability Awareness Month, stating that those with limitations both in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior are valued members ...

 
 

Academic Achievement

• URI student Luis Aldrete, of Chadds Ford, has helped organize and host second annual D.I.V.E. RI conference focused on diversity at the school. The second annual student-created and led conference took place at the University of Rhode Island's Kingston Campus March 4-5, 2016. Called "Diversifying Individuals Via Education" (D.I.V.E. RI), this event is focused on ...

 

Peeved by potholes? PennDOT wants to know

As sure a sign of spring as the emerging daffodils are the potholes opening up on area roadways. PennDOT issued a press release on Wednesday, March 23, to remind motorists that they can report potholes and other roadway concerns on state roads by calling 1-800-FIX-ROAD or visiting www.penndot.gov and clicking on “Submit Roadway Feedback.” “Late winter and early ...

 

Kathryn “Kathy” M. Bowes of West Chester

Kathryn "Kathy" M. Bowes, (nee Glastre), 76, died peacefully with her devoted husband of 38 years, James E. Bowes, at her side on Saturday, March 19. Kathy loved flowers and gardening and was especially passionate about time spent with family. She never failed to make every holiday a special occasion. She was predeceased by her son, Thomas F. Myers, Jr. Kathy was ...

 

Police Log March 23: Accidents, DUIs

• The Pennsylvania State Police have announced that their 2016 Easter holiday enforcement period will run from Friday, March 25 through Sunday, March 27. During this time, additional efforts will be made to ensure motorist safety. Troopers will be maintaining a high visibility to the motoring public and will be strictly enforcing all applicable Commonwealth traffic ...