Pastor charged with sexual abuse

A Delaware County pastor has been charged with sexually abusing a child, contact with a minor for the purpose of engaging in the sexual abuse of a child, and the criminal use of a communication facility, all felonies, as well as one count of corruption of a minor. In a press release, District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer identified the suspect as Edward Lilly, 70, of Boothwyn,…

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Natural Lands preserves 10-acre battle site

Natural Lands announced the permanent protection of nearly 10 acres of land in Westtown Township that was involved in the 1777 Battle of Brandywine. The Church of the Loving Shepherd owns the property, but the site is now preserved by a conservation easement held by Natural Lands. The land will never be developed. The easement area includes an open meadow and lawn, about three acres…

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Adopt-a-Pet Oct. 26

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Leroy One of the cats involved in the recent 184 cat case, Leroy (#48) is ready to try to put it all behind him and get his life back.  This handsome boy enjoys exploring his surroundings and getting affection. Having lived with other cats before, Leroy is open to…

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