In the last 16 months, the Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board has held at least three closed meetings — members call them retreats — to discuss items of district business. In response to my query about these meeting, both the superintendent and board president have written that no deliberation occurs and that therefore the Sunshine Act does not apply. The ...
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Longwood Gardens Fellows Program opens
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 1st, 2016
Applications and nominations are now being accepted for the Longwood Fellows Program, a 13-month residential learning experience focused on building the leadership capacity of high-potential public horticulture professionals. Applications are due November 1. The program is open to global professionals who hold a bachelor's degree and possess a strong desire to lead ...
Alan Sinton of Kennett Square
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 1st, 2016
Alan Sinton, 88, of Kennett Square, died peacefully with his family by his side Friday, July 29, at the Pocopson Home, in West Chester. He was the husband of Mary Elizabeth (Willis) Sinton, with whom he shared 68 years of marriage. After his parents, the late Frederick William and the late Josephine (Williamson) Sinton emigrated to America from Northern Ireland, ...
Nonprofit has designs on Centreville home
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 1st, 2016
An extraordinary contemporary home in Centreville is expected to draw thousands of visitors next month as the setting for the Delaware Designer Showhouse. The inspirational show house will feature the creativity and talents of nearly 20 local interior designers and landscapers, with proceeds benefitting its principal sponsor, the Junior League of Wilmington, as well ...
Luella R. McCoy of Lincoln University
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 1st, 2016
Luella R. McCoy, 87, of Lincoln University, died peacefully on Friday, July 29, at Ruston residence of Jenner's Pond. She was the wife of Lloyd H. McCoy who died in 1978, and with whom she shared 29 years of marriage. Born in St. Louis, Mo., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Vesta (nee Loper) Sarason. Mrs. McCoy was a member of the Union United Methodist ...
Marie B. Busillo of West Grove
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 1st, 2016
Marie B. Busillo, 85, of West Grove, died Friday, July 29, at her residence. She was the wife of Matthew J. Busillo who died in 2002, and with whom she shared 49 years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Duffy Hinkle. Mrs. Busillo was a member of Assumption BVM Church in West Grove, where she was very involved in ...
