Barbara Moore's life has taken her from learning about classic cars to fine art and now to jewelry and handbags. For more than 40 years, Barbara Moore was the director of the Chadds Ford Gallery. She started working at the gallery part time in 1975, shortly after a divorce. She knew little about the art world but was determined to learn, as she had previously…
During the last month, there has been a national conversation taking place about statues and monuments. Much of the debate has revolved around Confederate statues and monuments. What is interesting is that I do not remember this being a major issue or point of contention over the last couple of years. Yes, there was the whole movement to take down Confederate flags from state capitol…
Shop owners at The Olde Ridge Village Shoppes in Chadds Ford are taking part in relief efforts to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Texas. James Cunius, of Cunius Martial Arts, sent out an email to other shop owners in the center on Wednesday asking for help in collecting needed supplies and that his studio would be the collection point. Though Cunius was unavailable…
The first truckload of food is on its way to San Patricio County Texas. The second truck is now being loaded in front of the Giant food store in Dilworthtown located located at 1393 Dilworthtown Road in West Chester. Chester County Sheriff Carolyn Welsh wanted to make sure the food that was collected went to those in need. She directly contacted Sheriff Leroy Moody of…
Sunlight filters through the tree cover on a cooler and less humid morning.
Most of the horse trails are now overgrown with trees and brush or converted into paved macadam roadways. Many of the fields where men lay wounded have been replaced with houses, businesses and small farms. Yet the story of America’s struggle for independence endures around Chester County and some of its silent witnesses remain today. In the Fall of 1777, George Washington and his Continental…
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 Sept. 2 through Sept. 8. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. • Nighttime lane restrictions are scheduled on Route 926 between Route 202 and Cheyney Road in Westtown and Thornbury…
Johnny Ray Rominger, 38, of West Grove, died Sunday, Aug. 27. Born in West Chester, he was the son of Eva Sue Dickens Rominger, of West Grove, and the late John Henry Rominger. In his youth, Johnny had a passion for Little League, whether it was pitching or hitting home runs. He loved the sport and his skills were outstanding. He enjoyed being with his…