Pocopson holds line on taxes

Taxes in Pocopson Township will not increase in 2018. The supervisors approved the 2018 budget Monday night and again set the tax rate at 2.2 mills. A mil is $1 for every $1,000 of assessed valuation. And while the millage rate is the same as 2017, the distribution is different. The tax rate resolution that supervisors approved sets the following rates. The dollar amount in…

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Residents hear more on Ridge Road widening

Chadds Ford Township residents last night heard from a PennDOT representative some of the aspects of the controversial Pettinaro commercial development in Concord Township that calls for the widening of Ridge Road. Fran Hanney addressed residents who packed the meeting room to standing room only. Most are concerned that the proposed widening will increase traffic on Ridge and nearby roads and potentially cause an increase…

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Adopt-a-Pet for Nov. 30

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Ma Dukes Not only is Ma Dukes adorable, she has a charming personality to match.  This outgoing four-year old loves playtime, especially with laser pointers, and when it comes to snuggle time, she has a purr that will melt your heart. Ma Dukes is a great all-around cat who…

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Around Town Nov. 30

• This year’s QVC West Chester Christmas Parade begins 7:15 p.m. this Friday, Dec. 1. The parade steps off along Gay and Market Streets between New and Matlack. There will also be the annual Jingle Elf Run & Walk at 6:30 pm. Master of Ceremonies is 6abc's Adam Joseph along with QVC hosts Carolyn Gracie and Dan Hughes. 2018 Miss America, Cara Mund, will be…

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