Concord Ventures returns to ZHB

It wasn’t quite the same as going back to square one, but close. Concord Ventures — the business entity that wants to build 29 townhouses and 166 apartment units on a property adjacent to Route 202 at Watkin Avenue in Concord Township — was back before Concord Township's Zoning Hearing Board last night for a variance it originally received three years ago. Concord Ventures needs…

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When in doubt, throw it out

Please, please throw it out! That may not be the message some want to hear, but the truth is “too zealous recyclers have contaminated the recyclables with trash.”  They are ruining the ability to market the material nationwide. Chester County residents are great recyclers but shouldn’t be tempted to be too passionate putting items in the bin that do not belong and “trashing” the recyclables.…

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Around Town Aug 16

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 A film crew records re-enactors firing a cannon at Thornbury Farm for a film to be used at Valley Forge National Park. Park Ranger Jonathan Parker said there are limitations at the park and that Thornbury farm had the perfect terrain.

• Unionville High School students in ninth and 10th grade can learn to crew. Classes will be offered Aug. 25 and 26, and again on Sept. 8. You only need to attend one session, the goal being to get a small taste of what rowing is about. Rowing was brand new to every one of our current athletes when they started in high school and…

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Adopt-a-Pet Aug. 16

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Diva Diva’s loving and laid-back personality leaves us wondering why she’s still in the shelter. This sweet girl is a big snuggler, and she loves giving kisses to her human and animal friends. Diva is great around cats, kids and calmer dogs like her. This 4-year-old can be adopted…

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