Letter: It’s about integrity

In a recent news article regarding the theft of my campaign signs by former Kennett Supervisor Michael Elling, a well-known supporter of my opponent Hunter Tower. However, this article includes the following quote from Mr. Tower’s official response to the incident that I found profoundly unsettling and disingenuous: “It has come to our attention that someone has taken down yard signs of my opponent in…

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Barbara Ann Blaser of Chadds Ford

Barbara Ann Blaser, 77, of Chadds Ford, died Wednesday, Oct. 16, at her home. Mrs. Blaser was born and raised in Cincinnati, the daughter of Herbert and Barbara Frances Raabe. In her early years, she taught music after studying for six years at the College Conservatory of Music and graduated as a music major from Our Lady of Cincinnati College. She was also a school…

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Library hires Hutchins for capital campaign

The Board of Directors of the Kennett Library announced that Mary S. Hutchins has been hired as the development associate for the capital campaign for the new Kennett Library. In this role, Mary will support the implementation and management of the Campaign. Hutchins has a long history in the Kennett community. Most recently, she was the executive director of Historic Kennett Square, a position she…

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Musings: Politics and pot

The Pennsylvania Legislature has an opportunity to do the right thing, the re-legalization of marijuana. Yes, re-legalize. Remember, it wasn’t always illegal to grow, sell or use the plant. But the legislature is made up of politicians. So, what are the odds that they actually do the right thing and for the right reason? It’s long past time to re-legalize cannabis and a newly introduced…

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Adopt-a-Pet Oct. 21

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Thor Thor is a 2-year-old who was recently rescued from a condemned home, along with more than 85 other cats. With his shy black fur and entrancing eyes, he hopes to find a family just in time for Halloween. Despite his difficult start, Thor looks forward to finding his…

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