Are you aware that one of the most significant Department of Labor regulations for overtime compensation have just been released and will become effective on Dec. 1? The overtime regulations were developed to adjust salary requirements for white collar exemption. It is time to become educated about your rights as an employee, or obligations as an employer. Employees: If you are currently in a job…
The detours associated with closing Route 52 between Pocopson Road and Creek Road in Pocopson Township will continue a bit longer, PennDOT said on Thursday, May 26. This past week, area residents received insight into what traffic will be like when the Route 926 Bridge closes for six months in February. Crews have been working to repair damage caused by a March 10 accident when…
Come meet all the wonderful animals available now for adoption at the Brandywine Valley SPCA. All featured pets are “Name Your Price” adoption fee until Monday, May 30. Not ready to adopt? Then 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. METRIC Hey Americans. Switch over to Metric. My…
• Chadds Ford Township supervisors have scheduled a hearing for a special events ordinance for 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, the night of the supervisors’ regular June meeting. A copy of the draft ordinance can be found here. • The annual Memorial Day ceremony at Brandywine Baptist Church is set for 8:45 a.m. on Monday, May 30. The event includes various color guards, music, a…
• Liam Bellew and Jack Highfill, both of Chadds Ford, were among the 1,250 students named to Millersville University's spring 2016 Dean's List after earning a semester grade-point average of 3.50 or higher and attempted at least 12 credits of course work. • Ashlie Pilotti, of Chadds Ford, a senior majoring in biology, was among approximately 1,940 students at Coastal Carolina University who made the…
Each year during National Emergency Services (EMS) week, the Chester County Emergency Medical Services Council Inc. convenes to honor providers that went beyond the call of duty – from bringing a person back to life to bringing new life into the world. On Thursday, May 19, the 12th Annual Awards Ceremony was held at the Red Clay Room in Kennett Square. In addition to recognizing…
Updated at 5 p.m with information from Willistown Township Police A Philadelphia man who allegedly used a stolen vehicle to try and run over a Chester County police officer on Thursday, May 19, has been arrested in Philadelphia, said Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan. Hogan had issued an alert after Tyrell A. Winchester, 28, evaded capture five days ago. Hogan said Winchester, who was…
Angelo Masciantonio, 88, of Kennett Square, died Tuesday, May 24, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He was the husband of Domenica Di Medio Masciantonio, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage. Born in Civitella Messer Raimondo, Italy, he was the son of the late Nicola Vincenzo and Filomena Masciantonio. Angelo owned and managed a farm in Italy and served in the…
Elaine D. Kellogg Fling, 79, of Honey Brook, formerly of Kennett Township, died Wednesday, May 18, at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester. She was the wife of Philip R. Fling, with whom she shared 34 years of marriage. She graduated from Haverling High School. She then moved to Washington, DC where she worked for the Navy Department. She married F. Lawrence Daly and…
From its origin as a way to encourage better breeding for the horses used with buggies and coaches in 1896, the Devon Horse Show has evolved into the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the country, drawing equestrians from around the world. For many in the area, the show represents a tradition that ushers in the summer season. This year, the show marks its…
• The Pennsylvania State Police Memorial Day enforcement period will run from Friday, May 27, through Monday, May 30, and coincide with the “Click It or Ticket” seatbelt campaign currently running through June 5. Troopers from Troop K, Media barracks, will also be conducting a sobriety checkpoint. Police are reminding motorists to exercise safe and responsible driving. • The driver of a truck whose flatbed…