Sarah P. Darlington of Kennett Square

Sarah P. Darlington, 82, died peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 13, at Linden Hall in Kennett Square. She and her late husband, David W. Darlington, enjoyed 56 years of marriage together. She is survived by her four children: her daughter, Debbie McAnally (Bill), and her three sons, Ken (Vicky), Jerry (Nancy), and Jeff (Angie). In addition, she is survived by 10 grandchildren: Sean (Devon), Scott, Patrick,…

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Y calls for Reset Challenge

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a free six-week "Reset Challenge" to shake off the effects of last year. “[Twenty-twenty] was hard and has taken a toll on everyone in some way. Members of our community have experienced exhaustion, isolation, and in many cases, may just be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, which is why it’s time to reset,” a press…

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Sally Sanbern Gretsch Coulson of Garnet Valley

Sally Sanbern Gretsch Coulson, 81, of Garnet Valley, died Wednesday, Jan. 13. Born in Mineola, N.Y., Sally was the daughter of William C Gretsch and Louise Rile Gretsch. Sally is a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, survived by three children Kevin Hall and his wife Debi, David Hall and his wife Jennifer, Sandy Crawford and her husband David; 11 grandchildren and four bonus grandchildren William…

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Op-Ed: The danger of ignorance

As Dr. Martin Luther King said, “Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance.” It has become increasingly popular, of late, to quote Martin Luther King on his birthday. And for good reason. He was a conscience of our country. And now more than ever it seems we need voices like his to resonate through the halls of power. Ignorance, both sincere…

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Adopt-a-Pet Jan. 18

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Mannford Mannford is a small terrier mix, fully grown at only 25 pounds. This cutie has lots of love to give. He is very easy to walk and is very treat motivated. He knows how to sit and give you his paw, and loves being petted and getting attention.…

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