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…
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…
Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board directors Monday night passed the district’s budget for next year, and a plan for athletes to get back into their sports. The budget passed unanimously, while votes for the sports plan were 6-3 in favor. The 2020-2021 budget calls for appropriations of $90,625,615, with real estate taxes of 29.07 mills in Chester County — a decrease of 0.31 percent — and…
As we finally emerge from sheltering at home, galleries are hoping we pay them a visit. While many quickly adapted to online platforms to keep things going, they are excited to welcome visitors in person. Corien Spielpelinga of Square Pear Gallery put up a new show this week titled What Inspires. It features gorgeous paintings by Kennett Square artist Frank DePietro, new bright, floral paintings from…
After a rousing chorus of Happy Birthday, a group of tubers takes to the water for a gentle drift down the Brandywine on a Saturday morning.
Longwood Gardens is reopening this week but for now, it’s for members only. According to Longwood’s website: “On Thursday, June 18, we'll open our garden gates on a limited, non-public basis for our members only. As we have navigated unprecedented times, our appreciation for you, our members, has grown by leaps and bounds, and we send you our heartfelt gratitude for your support, your encouragement,…
As communities across the globe continue to struggle through the COVID-19 crisis and its devastating aftermath, individuals and organizations in Kennett are supporting those in need and thinking strategically about how Kennett can prove resilient at this critical moment for the future of the town. Historic Kennett Square and Square Roots Collective announced the launch of a major matching-fund campaign to give urgently needed help…
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Hope Hope is a social, confident people-pleaser. Her vocalization comes in the form of a squeak when she is pleased. She would do well in a home with a single person or a family with older children. Not a fan of other cats, this girl would prefer to be…
PennDOT has announced the following road projects, which are weather-dependent and could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area during the week of Roadwork for June 13-June 19. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. Smithbridge Road is scheduled to close between Concord Road and Bethel Road in…
• The Brandywine River Museum of Art announced that it plans to reopen on July 1. There will be more information coming on safety and health precautions as the date draws nearer. • Barbara Moore Fine Art is open again, but with limited hours. For now, the hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, noon to 4 on Sundays. She is…
• Chadds Ford's Mitchell Camp graduated Magna Cum Laude from Kutztown University in May. • Morgan Nadin and Dylan Charles Shearn, both of Chadds Ford, were named to Kutztown University Dean's List for the spring semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60. • Natalie…