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Academic Recognition March 6

• Haithm Abdou, Dakota Raymond and Kara Siemer, all from Chadds Ford, were named to the Fall 2018 Dean’s List at University of the Sciences. Selection for this award is based on completing and passing all assigned courses with no grade below a “C” and attaining an academic average of at least 3.4 for courses taken in the fall of 2018.

• Christina Mercincavage, of Chadds Ford, was named to fall 2018 Dean’s List at Elizabethtown College. Students on the dean’s list are full-time undergraduate students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.60 or higher in 14 or more credit hours, of which at least 12 credits are letter-graded course work.

• Students at Chesterbrook Academy Preschool in Chadds Ford recently donated more than $250 to World Wildlife Fund. Throughout February, classrooms competed in a “Pennies for Polar Bears” fundraiser and collected donations that were used to adopt a polar bear through the organization. The students’ efforts will help the World Wildlife Fund preserve the existence of the species. At the close of the competition, the classroom with the most donations was awarded a certificate of achievement and a pizza party. Through this initiative, students learned the importance of caring for animals and protecting the environment.

• Morgan Nadin, of Chadds Ford, was 1-of-2 Kutztown University students to be named as award recipients representing KU’s Honors Program during this summer’s Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Honors Summer Study Abroad Program. Hosted by Bloomsburg University, junior anthropology major Kierra MacLeod and junior communication design major Morgan Nadin will visit various countries throughout Central Europe. During this year’s trip, honors students from throughout the State System will be based at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, and visit sites in Poland, Budapest and the Czech Republic. Students will take classes in “The European Jewish Experience: A Sociocultural Perspective,” “The History of Architecture” and “Introduction to Central and EasternEurope.”

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Concord in brief: sewer credits and marijuana

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• Concord Township is offering a credit for residential and commercial sewer customers for water used for filling swimming pools or metered irrigation systems. Council voted on the change during its March 5 meeting.

The credit is for each gallon of water used— gallon per gallon — but not discharged into the sewer system. Previous billing was for water used, even if it didn’t enter the system. To qualify for the credit, customers must make application for the credit and prove the water does not go into the public sewer system. The application fee is $25. Credit requests must be made annually by Nov. 1.

• Council is scheduled to hold a hearing for a proposed medical marijuana facility on March 12 at 7 p.m. in the township building. The resulting proposed ordinance would, if passed, provide zoning for a medical marijuana dispensary by special exception in C-2 and C-2 zoning districts along Routes 1, 202 and 322. As scheduled, Council would vote on whether to adopt the change during its April 2 meeting.

A similar hearing is scheduled that night for a medical marijuana grower/processor ordinance. That amendment would allow a grow site by special exception and regulate such a business.

Pennsylvania passed the Medical Marijuana Act in April 2016. In December 2018, the state authorized a dispensary and grow site for Concord Township. Municipalities are required to have zoning laws that accommodate all legal activities.

• Council appointed Betty Alcorn to the Parks and Recreation Board for a term expiring March 2024.

• Concord Township engineer Nate Cline said he received word from Pettinaro Construction that work on the Shops at Ridge Road could begin on a limited basis next week.

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Police Log March 6: Burglary, DUI, drug possession

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Southern Chester County Regional Police

• Police charged Miguel A. Montalvo, 35, of Camden, N.J., with the forced entry burglary of a residence and the theft of jewelry and electronics worth an estimated $1850. The incident occurred on Dec. 21, 2017, in the 6000 block of Whitney Court, in New Garden Township. In the course of investigating, police said they were able to gather physical evidence that ultimately led to the identification of Montalvo as the suspect. An arrest warrant was issued on Feb. 13, 2018. Montalvo had been in custody in New Jersey since and was just extradited back to Chester County. He was committed to the Chester County Prison in lieu of posting bail. The case is pending a preliminary hearing.

• Robert T. Bartlett, 25, of West Grove, was arrested and charged with DUI and a related traffic offense, following a traffic stop for a lighting violation on Feb.18 in New Garden Township, according to police. Upon making contact with Bartlett, police said they observed indicators suggesting intoxication and field sobriety tests showed impairment. Bartlett was taken into custody where he submitted to a chemical test of his breath. The test showed a blood alcohol level of 0.153 percent.

• Police said Robert B. Samuels, 52, of Avondale, was arrested and charged with DUI and a related traffic offense, following a traffic stop for a moving violation on Feb. 15 in New Garden Township. According to the report, Samuels showed indicators suggesting intoxication and field sobriety tests showed impairment. A chemical test showed a blood alcohol level of 0.122 percent, a report said. Samuels was processed and later released pending issuance of a summons.

• Paul M. Anderson, 56, of Avondale, was arrested and charged with DUI and related traffic offenses, following a traffic stop for failing to maintain his lane of travel and for failing to stop for a posted stop sign, police said. The incident happened on Feb. 15, in New Garden Township. A report said police observed indicators suggesting intoxication and field sobriety tests showed impairment. A chemical test of his breath revealed a blood alcohol level of 0.104 percent, the report said.

• According to a police report, Brandon Liddick, 24, of Toughkenamon, was arrested and charged with violations of the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act (Act 64), after he was found to be in possession of marijuana, following a traffic stop of a vehicle in which he was a passenger. The arrest was made on Feb. 14 in New Garden Township.

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Around Town March 6

Along the Ford

WCU — Rhythm of the Dance is at he Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall this Friday, March 8, at 7:30 p.m.

• The YMCA of Greater Brandywine launched its Annual Campaign with a goal of raising $1.25 million. The campaign will continue to ensure that everyone in Chester County has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Y’s campaign supports financial assistance programs that inspire, protect and empower all in Chester County, regardless of ability to pay. Last year alone, more than $3.4 million in financial assistance was granted to 11,745 Chester County residents, providing them with access to YMCA membership, summer camp, swimming lessons, sports, childcare and more. Contributions to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign are tax-deductible and 100 percent of all donations support individuals in need in Chester County. Donations can be made online. If you are interested in making a corporate donation or would like additional information, contact Patti Campbell, vice president of Mission Advancement, 610-643-9622, ext. 2153 or pcampbell@ymcagbw.org.

• Author gene Pisasale will be giving a free lecture at the Kennett Square Library, 216 State Street Saturday, March 9, at 2 p.m. The lecture is titled “Meet the Founding Fathers: What They Thought About Government, Taxation and Individual Liberties.”

• West Chester University presents the National Dance Company of Ireland’s Rhythm of the Dance on Friday, March 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building at 700 S. High Street, West Chester. Tickets range from $15 – $27 and can be purchased at www.wcupatix.com or by calling 610-436-2266. This two-hour dance and music extravaganza features a cast of step dancers, singers, and live musicians, in a richly costumed show that marries the ancient and the contemporary. Since its debut performance in Norway in 1999, Rhythm of The Dance has played to over 7 million fans in 50 countries worldwide. With all new costumes, choreography, music and multimedia, it’s a St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

• Chadds Ford Elementary School will present the 70th annual Art Show & Sale March 22 and 23. The event will showcase more than 65 local and regional artists and will include a visit from Karl J. Kuerner, whose family’s farm was the inspiration for many of the late Andrew Wyeth’s paintings. The adults-only opening reception Friday, March 22 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. will feature music, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to meet and talk with the artists, many of whom will be available to sign or personalize their work. The family-friendly exhibit is open Saturday, March 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

• Brandywine Ballet is proud to present a new ballet, Cinderella, as its final performance of the 2018-2019 Season. Performances will take place May 17-19, 2019 at the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in West Chester.

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