It was about 15 years ago when PennDOT declared the Station Way Road Bridge in Chadds Ford Township unsafe. The state had to go through its bureaucratic checklist before work could begin, and that would take time. Creek Road was closed at Station Way and it could have been months or more, before it would reopen. The projected timeline was long enough for former ...
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$5K reward offered in fatal shooting
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 31st, 2017
Delaware County District Attorney Jack Whelan, in conjunction with Haverford Police Chief John Viola, announced a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for the murder of 29-year-old John Le of Narberth. Narberth was fatally shot at approximately 6:10 p.m. on Saturday, July 29 in the 2300 block of Haverford ...
Joaquin Ayllon Cordova of West Grove
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 31st, 2017
Joaquin Ayllon Cordova, 64, of West Grove, died Thursday, July 27, at the Life Care Hospital, West Chester. He was the husband of Evelia Castaneda of West Grove. Born in Almoloya de Alquisiras, Mexico, he was the son of the late Soledad Ayllon and Petra Cordova. Joaquin was a maintenance worker at Kaolin Mushroom Farms in Kennett Square. He enjoyed working, helping ...
Coconut oil is not a super-food
Posted by Crozer Keystone Staff on July 31st, 2017
The media and pop culture will frequently glorify a “super-food” for its supposed health benefits, power to heal or ability to reduce the risk of cancer and other diseases. In some cases, as with blueberries and their antioxidant properties or green veggies and their heart health benefits, the claims are accurate. But in other cases, the super power of the superfood ...
Photo of the Week: Glisten
Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 29th, 2017
Wet rocks glisten in the sun as if studded with precious metals and jewels.
Roadwork for July 29 through Aug. 4
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 28th, 2017
PennDOT has announced the following road projects, which are weather-dependent and could affect residents in the greater Chadds Ford area during the week of July 29 through Aug. 4. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. • Lane restrictions with flagging are scheduled on Newark Road between Route 41 and ...
Chesco hosts pipeline safety meeting
Posted by Press Release on July 28th, 2017
The Chester County Commissioners and County Director of Emergency Services will host a public meeting to present the County’s comprehensive preparedness plans in the event of a pipeline-related emergency incident. The public meeting will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 2, and will be held in the auditorium of Lionville Middle School, 550 W. Uwchlan Avenue in ...
Robin L. Thomson of Coatesville
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 27th, 2017
Robin L. Thomson, 50, of Coatesville, died Sunday, July 23, at her residence. She was the wife of Michael L. Thomson, with whom she shared 10 years of marriage. Born in West Grove, she was the daughter of Dolores Bailey Santiago, of West Grove, and the late Richard Santiago. Robin was a self-employed house cleaner for 25 years, retiring in 2015. She attended the Safe ...
John Robert Machamer Jr. of Chadds Ford
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 27th, 2017
John Robert Machamer Jr., better known as “Mock the Painter,” 66, of Chadds Ford, died Monday, July 24. Best known for his quick wit and personality, Johnny enjoyed telling stories and cracking jokes. Always the entertainer, Johnny enjoyed spending time with his lifelong friends at the Upland AC. Originally, a union painter with local 921, John continued to work into ...
Cheyney Road closed today
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 27th, 2017
Concord Township said that Cheyney Road northbound at Route 1 is closed today. On Wednesday evening, July 26, there was a water main break near the intersection of Route 1 and Cheyney Road. As a result, Cheyney Road, northbound at Route 1, will be closed all day today so that Chester Water Authority crews can make necessary repairs. The jug handle road and the ...
Op/Ed: Chadds Ford as defendant unfair
Posted by Press Release on July 27th, 2017
This is very concerning. A big developer and their experienced and costly legal team working for months and years is not a fair match to a township and community who are trying their best to protect their resident's health, safety and wellness from a plan that was proposed and put together well over ten years ago. How could a hearing being held in 30 days be ...
