Mary H. Bristol,

Mary H. Bristol,  75, died peacefully on June 12, due to complications from a recent surgery. She was born on Oct. 21, 1944, in Philadelphia. At least that is what we think. The story of Mary’s true birthday has become legendary, just like she was.  Her father and mother, Albert and Helen, were already blessed with five other children, Al, Bob, Sis, Helen, and Joseph.…

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Criminal justice reform in DelCo

Delaware County Council and the Office of the District Attorney yesterday announced the formation of a countywide Task Force on Criminal Justice Reform, to be chaired by District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer. “For too long, distrust has been allowed to exist between law enforcement and the communities that they are sworn to protect and serve,” said Stollsteimer. “It is time to face the problems in our…

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Police Log June 17: Crashes, DUIs, assault

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • One person was believed injured in a three-vehicle crash on Route 1 in Chadds Ford Township on June 10. Police said the 1998 Honda Civic driven by Jordan M. Wilson, 27, of Philadelphia, was southbound in the left lane near Painters Crossing when it crossed the median into oncoming northbound traffic. The driver of a northbound vehicle tried maneuvering…

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