• Ashlie Pilotti, of Chadds Ford, was among 2,253 students at Coastal Carolina University who made the Fall 2016 Dean’s List. Pilotti is a senior majoring in biology. To qualify for the Dean’s List, freshmen must earn a 3.25 grade point average, and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 grade point average.
• The following students from Chadds Ford were named to the Dean’s List at the University of Delaware:
Laura Dipaolo,
Kira Dzedzy
Kenneth Eland
Jonathan Ellsworth
Mark Ellsworth
Jacob Fish
Michael Hutz
Hannah Huzar
Ian Mears
Angela Modesto
Alexandra Nielsen
Ryan Rhodes
Katelyn Sapp
Emma Walter
To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a GPA of 3.33 or above (on a 4.0 scale) for the semester.
• Michael Bechtold, of Chadds Ford, is a member of the 2017 James Madison baseball program. The Dukes’ season starts with a weekend series in Conway S.C., including a date with reigning national champion Coastal Carolina on Sunday, Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. JMU will play 30 home games at Eagle Field at Veterans Memorial Park this season.
Robert L. Laloup, 83, of West Chester, died Wednesday, Jan. 25, at St. Martha Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He was the husband of Janet Vittengl Laloup, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage.
Robert L. Laloup
Born in Morton, he was the son of the late Andrew Laloup and the late Lillian Holton Piersol.
He was a self-employed truck driver.
Mr. Laloup was a member of the Teamsters Union, a 20 years member of the Indian King Hunt Club and a 50 years member of the Indian Hannah Hunt Club. He was a former manager of the Westside Little League and the LAFA league, both in West Chester.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed boating and camping on the Chesapeake.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Robin “Robbie” L. Laloup and his wife Janet of West Chester; three daughters, Rose Ellis and her husband Jeff of Coatesville, , Kathy Turek and her husband Jim of Coatesville, and Cheryl Laloup of West Chester; one sister, Patsy Guernsey of Paoli; 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter.
He was predeceased by his sister, Alice.
You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday morning, Jan. 30, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street in Kennett Square. His funeral service will follow at 11. Burial will be in the Longwood Cemetery, Route 1 in Kennett Square.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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, Jan. 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.
Bucky
Bucky
Have you heard the saying, “Cats have nine lives?” When my fosters first picked me up to give me at-home care, that’s all they could think about. I came to BVSPCA as a stray in rough shape from living on the streets for a bit. I am approximately14 years old. What was my life like before? They know that I responded well to tender loving care. Slowly and surely, I regained my strength and muscle tone. I even will chase balls and feathers on string, and I sure love catnip! I would do best with a compassionate, experienced cat owner who is sensitive to the needs and special gifts of a senior animal. I pick and choose the times when I need attention. My foster family said fostering me has been a blessing in their lives. I’ve taught them a lot about what it means to care for animals no matter what their age.
Snickerdoodle
Snickerdoodle
Hello friends! My name is Snickerdoodle and I am a spayed female, 4-year-old brown and white tabby. I was a stray who arrived at the shelter on Dec.10. I am FIVpositive so I need to be an only cat or with other FIV positive cats. I am a volunteer favorite, and a lap cat who loves to be petted. I am low-key, quiet, and gentle so I would probably be more at ease in a quieter home rather than an active, high-energy home. Thinking of adopting? Just come in and see me, you will make a new best friend.
Pride
Pride
Hi. My name is Pride, and I came to the Brandywine Valley SPCA after I was found wandering the train tracks. I prefer to be the only animal in the house, and I would need to be in a home with older children. I love fetching tennis balls and running around in the play yard. I also love crawling onto laps to get belly rubs and chillin’ in the sunlight. I’m just a big guy who is a sweetheart waiting for some love. I am neutered, up-to-date on all of my vaccinations, and microchipped. I can’t wait to meet you to become a part of your forever family.
Micah
Micah
Hello there! My name is Micah, and I was brought to the shelter after my owners had to surrender me. I’m a high-energy 2-year-old mixed breed who gets along with most dogs, so be sure to bring them in to meet me! I love running around and playing with squeaky balls in the play yard. I am neutered, up-to-date on all of my vaccinations, and microchipped. Please come meet me today and I will show you my cute underbite. You can’t resist this face.
Hemmingway
Hemmingway
Greetings, my name is Hemmingway. I’m a handsome, 8-year-old, well behaved feline who is a bit of an enigma as a cat. I’m shy but crave attention. I’m a special boy…I am a polydactyl. I have thumbs and it is just the cutest thing. I hope someone comes to meet me soon because I know I am ready for a home. I have been such a good boy in the shelter, someone is sure to notice me soon! I’m neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated so I am all set! Stop on by the shelter to meet me- I bet we will be a perfect match.
Carl
Carl
Hello friends. Carl here; so pleased to meet you! I am a handsome 4-year-old terrier mix who arrived at the Brandywine Valley SPCA as a stray. I’m an energetic guy who would love an active family to bring me in as one of your pack. I listen very well and sit, lay down, and stay like a champ. I’m treat motivated, which means you can teach me all sorts of cool things. I’m neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations- so all I am waiting for is you.
Four Prophet String Band will perform at Darlington Arts Center on Saturday, Feb. 4.
• On Jan. 30, Chadds Ford Township will hold another informational meeting regarding the Pettinaro commercial development planned for Ridge Road and Route 202. A representative from PennDOT is expected to attend the 6 p.m. meeting at the Chadds Ford Township municipal building.
• The Chadds Ford Gallery presents a new exhibit, “Passages,” paintings of various means and ways of travel. The exhibit opens Friday, Feb. 10, 5 to 8 p.m. and continues through Sunday, Feb. 26. A dozen artists will take us on trips via their framed works of art, in a variety of mediums and styles. For more information on the exhibit, visit www.awyethgallery.com or call 610-388-2412.
• Kennett Area Community Service will hold its sixth annual Empty Bowls event on Thursday, Feb. 23, at the Red Clay Room in Kennett Square. Empty Bowls is an international, grassroots, crafts-based effort to end hunger. We invite the community to join us and support our mission to provide nutritional food to more than 1,200 individuals each month. Learn how KACS is eliminating hunger and food insecurity in our community, enjoy a simple meal of soup and salad and leave with a handmade bowl as a reminder of families in need. Tickets are available for $25. Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and dinner is from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
• Darlington Arts Center welcomes bluegrass group Four Prophet String Band and local artist Fran Atkinson for an evening of art and music on Saturday, Feb. 4. The evening will begin with a free gallery reception for local Atkinson at 6:30 p.m. Four Prophet String Band will perform takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. as part of Darlington’s Coffee House Concert Series. Tickets are $15 person or $40 for a 4-pack of tickets. Free coffee, tea, and desserts are included with tickets. This event is BYOB – corkscrew and glasses are provided. Tickets can be purchased online at www.darlingtonarts.org or by calling 610-358-3632.
• The Unionville-Chadds Ford Education Foundation will hold its annual gala on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 7-11 p.m. at The Gables on Route 1 — 423 Baltimore Pike — in Pennsbury Township. Tickets are $65 for members, $75 for nonmembers. Tickets may be purchased online at https://www.ucfedfoundation.org
• In partnership with Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, La Comunidad Hispana will host free tax return support in their Kennett Square location for the fourth year. Every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., from Jan. 28 through April 15, certified volunteers from the VITA program will be available at LCH to help families file their returns. VITA is offered at multiple sites around southern Chester County. For those interested in learning more about other sites or volunteering with VITA, contact Donna Laird at dlaird@quietrevolution.org or 610-380-9099.
• PAWS for People is offering training sessions for potential pet therapy teams on Feb 2 and 16, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Adult Care Chester County, 500 Old Forge Lane in Kennett Square. Both sessions are required. They are open to anyone with a gentle, people-friendly pet who is interested in volunteering time to work with children and adults with varying needs. PAWS for People provides therapeutic visits to individuals who will benefit from interaction with a well-trained loving pet. Pre-registration required. To register, go to www.pawsforpeople.org or call 302-351-5622 for more information.
