We now recognize another Memorial Day. In the past year, we have lost more men and women as they defended the greatest country. Their families will honor their lives and tremendous sacrifices for the first time in just a few days. It is my earnest hope that, as Americans, we remember that each drop of blood spilled — each life lost — is precious. It is with their ...
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Run a big effort to fight little-known disease
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 29th, 2016
A little-known disease deserves a big response, according to organizers of a fundraising event on Sunday, June 12, in Kennett Square. Participants will gather at 10 a.m. at Anson B. Nixon Park for a walk and run to raise awareness for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). POTS can drastically alter lives, many times turning a strong healthy individual ...
Rescue center offers fun pause for paws
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 29th, 2016
The LaMancha Animal Rescue invites area residents to paws for a good cause on Saturday, June 18, from 4 to 8 p.m. The farm’s annual open house – affectionately termed “Yappy Hour” – will feature a plethora of adoptable pets, vendors, delicious food from Foster Boys and cool treats from Rita's while listening to the music of Steve Liberace. In addition, attendees will ...
Library party will kick off summer programs
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 29th, 2016
Anson B. Nixon Park in Kennett Square is booked solid for Saturday, June 18, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Kennett Library kicks off its summer programming with a party for children, teens, and their families. Festivities will include a moon bounce, exotic animals from the 4-H Club, and Mom and Pop’s Ice Cream, as well as games and prizes for teenagers. This annual ...
Memorial Day hits home
Posted by Rich Schwartzman on May 29th, 2016
The significance of Memorial Day has come a little closer to home for John and Rita Gillespie of Concord Township. John Gillespie, a Concord Township supervisor, and his wife both had uncles who served in WWII. John Gillespie knew his uncle, but his wife never met her Uncle John. John McHugh was killed in action in Germany in April 1945, a month before the Nazi ...
