‘Criminal’ convicted in armed robbery spree

More than three years after a spate of armed robberies terrified six residents in Kennett and New Garden Townships, a Chester County jury on Thursday, May 12, determined that one of the alleged defendants had lived up to his nickname: “Criminal.” After about six hours of deliberations, the panel convicted Emmanuel Renteria, 27, of West Grove, on 10 counts of robbery and related charges. Chester…

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Roadwork for week of May 14

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 May 14 through May 21. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Green Valley Road in Newlin Township is closed and detoured between Powell and Brandywine Creek roads due to structural…

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Ceremony honors fallen heroes’ sacrifice

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The Chester County emerald society Drum and Pipe Band performs at the annual Chester County Law Enforcement Memorial Service.

Members of law enforcement live daily with the risk that a fatal ambush could lurk around the next corner – knowledge that motivates them to ensure that those who have lost their lives in the line of duty are never forgotten. On Thursday, May 12, a crowd of more than a hundred, including officers, retired officers, deputy sheriffs, lawmakers, public officials and members of the…

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Wineries celebrate Chester County Studio Tour

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Landscape by Kate Bailey on exhibit at the Chaddsford Winery

The wineries of the Brandywine Artisan Wine Trail celebrate the artists of Chester County throughout the month of May. In conjunction with the popular Chester County Studio Tour, May 21 and May 22, eleven of the thirteen wineries of The Brandywine Artisan Wine Trail will participate. Offerings include wine specials, artists’ exhibits in their tasting rooms or donations wine to participating artist studios on the…

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PoliticalFest to bring history to public

For those looking to immerse themselves in politics without partisan rancor, the Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention announced PoliticalFest, a one-of-a-kind festival celebrating American political history, government and the road to the White House. This non-partisan exhibit will combine multi-media and interactive displays, historical objects, and special guest appearances designed to entertain and engage residents, tourists, and convention attendees. It will…

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State approves $36M for 31 rail projects

An estimated 9,200 jobs will be created and more than 39,000 will be retained over the next five years due to 31 rail projects being made possible by two PennDOT-managed grant programs. “Pennsylvania has the most railroads in the country, and these make up a vital component of our economic and transportation activities,” Gov. Tom Wolf said in a press release. “These investments underscore our…

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