• Helen and the late George Sipala were good friends with Andrew Wyeth, who spent many hours at the Sipala home, Painter's Folly. The Chadds Ford Historical Center has a podcast, "Memories of Andrew Wyeth with Helen and George Sipala." The podcast is available here. • The History Matters Speaker Series at the Chester County History Center continues Wednesday, Jan. 27, with Chilling Reality -…
The Chester County Health Department is processing the impact of the recent changes made by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, moving those over the age of 65 and those 16-64 with certain medical conditions into Phase 1A. However, shortages in the number of vaccines remain. This change adds 90,000-plus eligible people to Phase 1A, a large increase of eligible people for Phase 1A. On average,…
Longwood Gardens today announced Winter Wonder, a new display that invites guests to experience the often-overlooked beauty and serenity of the winter landscape outside, as well as the colorful exuberance of the tropics inside Longwood’s Conservatory. In addition to the horticultural splendor, Winter Wonder features Voices in the Landscape: Deeply Rooted with Storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston, a new exhibit honoring the strength, resilience, and contributions…
Carol A. Holohan, of West Grove, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, at Christiana Hospital. Carol was the wife of the late Albert X. Holohan, who predeceased her in November of 2004. Born in Philadelphia, Carol was the daughter of the late Charles Maggi, Sr. and the late Adelaide G. Gaynor. Carol spent her childhood in the city before moving to the Philadelphia suburbs where she married…
Carmella R. Wright, 78, of Concord Township, died peacefully and surrounded by family on Monday, Jan. 18, at her daughter’s home in West Chester. Born and raised in Chester, Carmella lived in Concord, previously living in Ridley Township where she raised her family. Affectionately known as “Mel” or “Mellie,” Carmella had a successful career as an executive assistant and HR professional at Astra Zeneca in…
Rose C. Miller (nee O’Reilly), 89, of West Grove, died peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 17. She was the wife of the late Francis A. Miller, who died in 2013 and with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. Born in Sharon Hill, she was the daughter of the late Francis J. O’Reilly and the late Frances Quinn O’Reilly. She was a devout Catholic and was…
Candles were lit, and church bells chimed. It was an evening for Delaware County to remember and mourn the county victims of COVID-19. More than 1,000 county residents have died from the virus since the pandemic hit here almost a year ago. The county later announced additional categories for people eligible for vaccinations under the Phase 1A. County Council President Brian Zidek and others gathered…
Pennsylvania State Police Avondale Barracks • State police said they cited Steve N. Goldberg, 35, of Philadelphia, for driving at an unsafe speed following a crash in Pocopson Township on Jan. 2. According to the police report, Goldberg was driving north on Route 52, just south of Pocopson Road, when he tried to negotiate a right-hand bend but was traveling too fast for conditions and…
Four years ago, I felt great pride and joy when I saw Donald Trump taking the oath of office on the United States Capitol steps. However, the joy I felt then slowly dwindled as the days of his presidency wore on. I soon realized that Donald Trump was not just destroying the Republican values that I stood for, but also the American values that every…
The Notre Dame 48th Annual Fine Art Show & Sale will be entirely virtual this year. It isn’t surprising given the now familiar circumstances brought about by the pandemic. This annual event supporting the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, in Villanova, will feature nearly 100 artists and 1,000 pieces of art in a variety of mediums. That’s right, 1,000 works of art! Given that…
Samuel F. Mattson, 72, died peacefully Saturday, Jan. 16, at Sanatoga Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. Sam was the beloved son of the late Fred Mattson and Sara J. Mattson. Sam was born in West Chester and spent his life in Kennett Square. He was a 1966 graduate of Kennett High School, a longtime member of the Kennett YMCA, and enjoyed going there each…