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UHS percussion group seventh in world

UHS Indoor Percussion World Finalists — UHS percussion group seventh in world

Unionville High School’s Indoor Percussion Ensemble is returning from the Winter Guard International World Championships in Dayton, Ohio as the seventh best in the world in the Scholastic A Division.

Unionville competed against 64 groups from around the country in the preliminary round to advance to the semi-final round against 32 groups, and then to the finals against the best 15 groups in the country. This was Unionville’s second trip to the World Championships and their first as a world finalist.

As a testament to their musicianship and performance ability, Unionville is also ending their season as the Mid-Atlantic Percussion Society Scholastic A Champions and the WGI East Power Regional Scholastic A Champions. Their award-winning show “The Drought” was filled with excitement and artistry.

The 25-member ensemble showed great dedication to their craft with practice three times a week for three hours per night. Almost every Saturday was more than a twelve hour day with practice and a competition, which sometimes took place in a neighboring state. The students used a broad array of percussion instruments including drums, cymbals, marimbas and sophisticated electronic effects to present their dramatic show. They were judged on marching and concert criteria with judges evaluating each their creativity, expression, performance quality and technical excellence.

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William “Bill” J. Claycomb of Kennett Square

Obituaries

William “Bill” J. Claycomb, 71, of Kennett Square, died Friday, April 21, at his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Linda Mae Gutowski Claycomb, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage.

Born in Lansing, N.C., he was the son of the late Marvin and Willa Mae Miller Claycomb.

During his childhood, Bill loved motocross dirt bikes. He was an aircraft mechanic for Boeing Co. for 46 years, retiring in 2009. He was a longtime member of the Kennett Square Missionary Baptist Church. He loved fishing on any body of water but especially close to home at Anson B. Nixon Park. He was a longtime collector of Indian artifacts as he was proud of his Indian heritage.

Survivors include in addition to his wife Linda, two sons, William E. Claycomb of Chester County, and Mark A. Claycomb and his wife Faith of West Jefferson, N.C.; one daughter, Jennifer Calderon of Kennett Square; six grandchildren, Katelyn, Crystal, Mark Jr., Zackary, Katarina and Joshua and four great-grandchildren, Luke, Cloey, Priscilla, and Levi.

You are invited to visit with Bill’s family and friends from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, April 26, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. A funeral service celebrating Bill’s life will follow at 11. Interment will be held privately. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St. Philadelphia, PA 19103. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com

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Michael Hangartner of Lincoln University

Obituaries

Michael Hangartner, 61, of Lincoln University, died peacefully Friday, April 14, at Season’s Hospice at Christiana Hospital.

Born in Hannibal, Mo., he was the son of Marcella (Dillig) Hangartner and the late Christopher Hangartner.

After completing his education, Michael became a machine set up and repairman. He was employed by Briggs & Stratton, Co. until his retirement.

Michael was a true outdoorsman and loved all that nature had to offer. He loved spending his weekends away from work ice fishing with his friends. He also enjoyed hunting, hiking, and camping, even in the backyard with Donna.

Michael is survived by his companion, Donna Oliver of Lincoln University; his mother, Marcella Dillig Hangartner of Ft. Myers, Fla.; his children, Scott and Nicole of Wisconsin; his brother Jeffrey Hangartner of Ft. Myers, Fla.; and his sister, Jennifer Wagner and her husband, Bob, of Ft. Myers, Fla.

He was predeceased by his father, Christopher Hangartner.

To celebrate his life and his love of the outdoors a graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 27, at the Kemblesville Methodist Church Cemetery, 1772 New London Road, Kemblesville, PA 19347.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Michael’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Arrangements are being handled by Foulk & Grieco Funeral Home, Inc.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.griecocares.com

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Six reasons breastfeeding is great for your baby

Health

Mom-and-Baby — Crozer-Keystone's OB/GYN's can help new mothers learn about the benefits of breastfeeding.

If you’re a first-time mother, breastfeeding might seem like an intimidating prospect. However, it is quite literally the most natural thing in the world, and the benefits for you and your baby are significant. Doctors advise mothers to begin breastfeeding as soon as they can; waiting a couple of days until you get home from the hospital is often a big mistake.

That’s because of a woman’s colostrum – that’s a mother’s nutrient-rich first milk – will stop flowing after a couple days, and once this window closes it can’t be opened again. As soon as three days after birth, colostrum will stop and mature milk will begin to flow, with the perfect amount of fat, sugar, water and protein to help your baby grow.

Here are some of the biggest health benefits of breastfeeding your baby:

Fewer Illnesses: Newborns are very fragile, and they’re susceptible to colds, viruses and pneumonia. Babies who are breastfed have fewer ear infections and viral infections than babies who are bottle-fed.
Better Long-term Health: Babies who are breastfed have fewer chronic conditions like diabetes and celiac disease throughout their life. They are also less likely to suffer from obesity as both children and adults.
Lower SIDS Risk: Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the tragic, still not fully understood death of an otherwise healthy infant. Breastfeeding lowers your baby’s risk of SIDS by about 50 percent. According to research, the longer a baby breastfeeds, the more positive the impact.
Better Digestive System Growth and Function: When your baby is first born, their stomach is the size of a blueberry – the nutrient-rich colostrum helps their digestive system grow. Research indicates that breastfed babies have lower incidences of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). Additionally, breastfeeding helps babies learn to coordinate breathing and swallowing, one of the first things that all babies must learn.
Less Risk of Cancer: Breastfeeding can decrease your baby’s risk of some childhood cancers and also lower the mother’s risk of premenopausal breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
A Closer Bond with Mom: Breastfeeding creates a closeness between baby and mother. The skin-to-skin contact helps the baby to realize that the mother is there to protect him or her and that this is a place of safety. And for the mom, breastfeeding causes the release of the hormone oxytocin in your brain, which creates feelings of love, trust and affection.

The evidence is pretty clear – breastfeeding is good for babies. It delivers health benefits that can, literally, last a lifetime. Breastmilk is the perfect food for your baby. It contains just the right amount of nutrients. It is also gentle on your baby’s developing stomach, intestines and other body systems.

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