Jack McFadden of West Chester

Longtime restauranteur Jack McFadden of West Chester died unexpectedly on Sept.11. He was the husband of Yvonne Przemyski McFadden; together, they had recently celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brother Thomas McFadden (Patty), his brother Michael McFadden (Kathleen), and many nieces and nephews. Jack will be remembered as a devoted husband, friend, mentor, and bon vivant.…

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The Carve goes virtual for 2020

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The Carve is going virtual for 2020.

It's a sign of the times. The Great Pumpkin Carve — Chadds Ford Historical Society’s most popular event and largest fundraiser — is going virtual for 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’m obviously not happy about this,” said Jason Greenplate, the executive director of the Historical Society. “We looked at a million different ways we could try to have it without breaking [Gov. Tom…

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Police Log Sept. 16: Identity theft, DUI, retail theft

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • A 69-year-old man from Concord Township was the apparent victim of identity theft earlier this month. The man told state police he received an email saying he purchased more than $6,000 worth of electronic equipment, including a 4K television and an Xbox console. • According to a police report, Kenneth G. Reynolds, 81, of Lansdowne, was cited for his…

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