Vincent Marra of Kennett Square

Vincent Marra, 92, of Kennett Square, died peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Jennersville Hospital. Born on Oct. 25, 1928, in Maida, Catanzaro in the Calabria region of Italy, he was the son of the late Mariano Marra and Theresa (Colistra) Marra and brother to the late Thomas, Frank, and Terry (Marra) Palladino. Mr. Marra was a veteran of the US Army and served in…

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Longwood extends Xmas light show

Longwood Gardens is extending its award-winning A Longwood Christmas display through Jan. 17. Longwood’s 4-acre conservatory is now open as well as the gardens’ dazzling outdoor light display, garden railway, Open Air Theatre fountains and outdoor firepits. In addition, the Terrace Café is open with limited indoor seating and the outdoor Beer Garden is also open. Admission to the Christmas display is by Timed Admission…

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George A. Finn of Chadds Ford

Mr. George A. Finn, 93, of Chadds Ford, died Friday, Dec. 25, at his residence. He was the husband of the late Anne Marie (Arnold) Finn who died in 2017. They were married 64 years. He was born on June 28, 1927, in Brooklyn, N.Y. and was the son of the late Herbert and Agnes (Fillot) Finn. Mr. Finn was a graduate of St. Peter's…

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Adopt-a-Pet Jan. 4

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Remy Remy is a handsome, friendly 1-year-old hound mix, He’s looking for an active family that’s as much fun as he is. Putting his nose to the ground, he’s certain to lead his new family on many wonderful adventures. He would prefer a home with older kids but is…

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