Last week, I went on a field trip to the Delaware Art Museum for their beautiful trifecta show on Civil Rights. The shows, Black Survival Guide: Or How To Live Through A Police Riot, Danny Lyon: Memories of The Southern Civil Rights Movement, and The Montgomery Bus Boycott: Drawings by Harvey Dinnerstein and Burton Silverman, are an important part of our 2018 dialogue as they…
Eugenia “Gina” Cini, 57, of West Chester, died Monday, Aug. 27. She was born in Philadelphia Dec. 10, 1960 and raised in Chadds Ford. Gina was the daughter of Frank and June Cini and beloved mother of Christian Cini. Gina is also survived by her brothers Frank Cini and wife Kathy, Dion Cini and wife Jeanine, sister Nicole Cini Robinson, nieces Victoria Cini, Lexi Cini…
In a relatively brief and uneventful meeting, Chadds Ford Township supervisors last night clarified the procedures and their position on a possible trail cutting through the township. The discussion was prompted by resident Bruce Prabel who asked to give a presentation on why he opposes using the former Octorara rail line for a trail. Prabel — who was a strong opponent of the Rails-to-Trails proposal…
• Brandywine Battlefield Park will host a 9/11ceremony at 6 p.m. on Sept.11. The event is free and designed to remember and commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Brandywine on Sept. 11, 1777, and the 2001 terrorist attacks. This program will feature speakers such as Gen. George Washington, State Rep. Stephen Barrar, and others followed by a musket salute. Additionally, the Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates…
• State police from the Avondale barracks are investigating a hit and run accident that took place on July 15. According to a police report, the unknown driver failed to yield to another motorist on a single lane bridge on Northbrook Road in Pocopson Township, striking that other vehicle in the passenger side. The victim was not injured, the report said. • Someone stole the license…
In a rare move, Concord Township Council rescinded in September a policy it approved in August. During that Aug. 7 meeting, Council voted to disallow political tables at township sponsored community events such as Community Day and Senior Day. At the time, Council member Joshua Twersky said the members who voted for the ban were “spitting on the Constitution.” During the Sept. 4 meeting, Council…
Now through Nov. 6, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is looking for Pennsylvania's top youth volunteers of the year. Students in grades five-12 are invited to apply for 2019 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards if they have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service within the past 12 months. The application is available at http://spirit.prudential.com and www.nassp.org/spirit. The Prudential Spirit of Community…
It’s back to school and for many families, a time of stress, worry, and anxiety. It’s a return to scheduled wake times, multiple activities, minimal free time, and utter chaos. How do I get my kids back on a routine that works after the carefree days of summer? Don’t let your anxiety have you this school year. Consider telling your stress and worry, “I’ve got…
A great blue heron stays dry as the Brandywine Creek rushes by.
PBS documentary WYETH: the life of Andrew Wyeth in bold strokes airs Friday, September 7, at 10 p.m. The film opens with a close up of Andrew Wyeth’s craggy, weather worn face. As the narrator begins to speak, the camera slowly moves in until we are looking at just Andy’s eyes—crystal blue and piercing—eyes that seem to look into the world, seeing what others do…
You and your family are exposed to burn risks every day. Between curling irons, hot coffee, ironing clothes and cooking in the kitchen, burns are a very real possibility. First Aid for Burns If you or a family member suffers a burn, there are some immediate steps you can take to ensure proper care is received. First, treat every burn like a major burn until…