Schools stay closed, Delaware now closed

The reaction to COVID-19 is getting stronger. Gov. Tom Wolf of Pennsylvania has extended his stay at home order, with schools and non-essential businesses remaining closed indefinitely. And Delaware Gov. John Carney has closed that state to out-of-towners. Delaware.gov is reporting that Carney modified his Declaration of Emergency, ordering all out-of-state travelers into Delaware to immediately self-quarantine for 14 days to fight the spread of…

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Charles Joseph Donovan Sr., formerly of Avondale

Charles Joseph Donovan Sr., 81, formerly of Avondale, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, at the Pocopson Home after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Charlie, as he was known to all his family and friends, attended Holy Spirit Catholic Grade School and graduated from Monsignor Bonner High School in 1958. Prior to opening Donovan’s Autobody Shop in Toughkenamon, he worked for Casco…

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Adopt-a-Pet March 30

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Deborah Deborah arrived in pretty rough shape as a stray. She is petite, sweet and gentle, so she likely had a home previously. This elder girl is looking for companionship and love in a home matched to her pace. Deborah is estimated at 12 years old and deserves to…

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