Three Summer vegetables will impress friends and family. I want to share with you this delicious summer ratatouille recipe. It's so easy! All you need are zucchinis, green bell pepper, fresh tomatoes (skinless), onions and garlic. This is a typical summer dish/stew from the Provence region. It is a French provencal vegetable stew. With the abundance of fresh zucchinis, tomatoes, fresh garlic and local made…
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. 7-Sept. 13. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • On Monday, Sept. 9, through Friday, Sept. 13, there will be lane resrrictions on…
Two Kennett Township police officers were recognized at the last Kennett Township supervisors’ meeting for “changing the course of people’s lives.” Township Police Chief Lydell Nolt commended Officers Miguel Juarez and Kevin Urbany for their actions in two separate incidents that both involved narcotics – one in which a life was saved from overdose, and another in which a large amount of heroin and drug…
Members of the Pennsylvania State Police spoke at the Chadds Ford Township Board of Supervisors’ meeting Wednesday night, updating attendees on some crime statistics and on a July incident that may have racial overtones. Sgt. William C. Slaton, the Heritage Affairs commander out of Harrisburg, touched on the incident involving Rodney and Angela Gillespie who live on Atwater Road. They, and one of their daughters…
• It’s Grandparent's Day at Mt. Cuba gardens from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Sunday, Sept. 8. Stroll through Mt. Cuba's meadow and forested paths or embark on a hayride through our natural lands while celebrating grandparents and spending quality time together. Grandparents enjoy free admission when visiting with a grandchild. Admission for children ages 6-17 is $5; children under age 5 are free.…
It won’t happen anytime soon — if at all — but changes are possible for some types of health care facilities in Concord Township. Council members Tuesday night voted 5-1 to authorize advertising of a possible ordinance change that could allow overnight stays at facilities that offer knee and hip replacement. Currently the procedures are on an outpatient basis for such facilities that aren’t hospitals…
• State police said a Southern Chester County Regional Police officer and vehicle were involved in a two-car crash at Newark Road and Pine Street in New Garden Township at 10:54 p.m. on Aug. 30. According to the report, the police car was driving south on Newark Road when a northbound vehicle turned left into the path of the patrol car. The civilian driver —…
Summer is winding down, and I’ve already spotted falling leaves in those familiar colors of red and gold. These earthy hues and more can be seen in the works of art I’m highlighting this week. There are several new shows nearby to choose from. I’m also including some key shows that might not be on your radar but are worth the drive to see them.…
Delaware County District Attorney Kat Copeland announced today that her office is joining with Delaware County law enforcement officers and first responders to collect donations for Hurricane Dorian relief efforts. Local residents who would like to provide donations can drop off supplies to the District Attorney’s Office in the Delaware County Courthouse, 201 West Front Street in Media, PA, between the hours of 8:30 a.m.…
Ducks look for food in the Brandywine Creek on a late Sunday morning.
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Dirk Dirk is a 6-year-old staff and volunteer favorite; you’d be hard pressed to find someone who isn’t on team Dirk. Despite his celebrity and handsome looks, dog-friendly Dirk doesn’t let it go to his head and is a just looking for a forever home where he can sit…