Photo of the Week: Infiltration
Thick brush makes it appear as if camouflaged creatures are creeping forward.
Thick brush makes it appear as if camouflaged creatures are creeping forward.
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Miss Cleo Miss Cleo had tragedy in her family and arrived at the Brandywine Valley SPCA in rough shape. But now she is ready to move on with her life and find some love. This sweet girl is looking for a quiet home where she can recover from all…
As election day approaches, how can you stay sane and spiritually healthy? Well, here are three Bible verses to consider (and memorize if you have time): • “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” (Luke 6:27 ESV). Who are your political enemies? If you are a Trump supporter, it may be Biden supporters. If you’re a Biden supporter, it may be Trump supporters.…
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 Oct. 17 to Oct. 23. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Gas maintenance will continue to cause daytime lane closures on High Street,…
The Chester County Board of Elections has approved the polling place locations for the Nov. 3 General Election. There will be 192 polling locations opened throughout the county that will house all 230 precincts. Because of the current COVID-19 pandemic, a small number of polling places will not be open for the 2020 General Election. Voters who are affected by a change of polling places…
Dr. Louis A. Tobia, 80, of Kennett Square, died at his residence on Tuesday, Oct. 6. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Rosetta C. Tobia, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. Born in Woodbury, N.J., he was the son of the late Louis, Sr. and Florence Tobia. He went on to serve as a captain in the United States Army, where he…
Regina "Jean" (nee Travascio) Hughes, 92, of Chadds Ford, died peacefully on Oct. 7 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Jean was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert. She is survived by her four children Anne Scott (Jim), Robert J. Hughes Jr. (Mary Anne), David Hughes (Michelle), and Kevin Hughes (Judie). She also enjoyed her 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She…
• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® salutes sales associates in the Chadds Ford office for being the office leaders for the month of September 2020. Individuals recognized are Cher Finnan, recognized for volume; Aaron Wilson, recognized for units; and Cheryl O’Donnell, recognized for units. Also recognized were two teams, the Susan Manners' Team for listings, and The Jim DeFrank Team for volume. •…
What started as a simple discussion about a possible zoning text change turned into an hour-long conversation about marijuana. During that conversation, members of the Chadds Ford Planning Commission learned that a medical marijuana dispensary wants to open up in Springwater Plaza in Chadds Ford. The exchange happened during the commission's Oct. 14 meeting. According to township and commission solicitor Mike Maddren, at issue was…
For Craig Williams, running for state representative is just an extension of his decades-long desire to serve. He retired as a full colonel from the Marine Corps after 28 years, having served as a weapons officer on F-18s during the Gulf War, and attended law school at the University of Florida while still in the Marines. After retiring, he became a federal prosecutor with the…
• Join the staff of Chester County History Center on Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. as they explore the dark history of West Chester, including true tales of murder, mischief, and misadventure. Guests will hear five macabre stories from West Chester's history while visiting some notable downtown landmarks. **Due to the graphic nature of the content, this program is not suitable for children.** The cost…