YMCA relaunches Youth & Government Program

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As the political division in our country grows larger, it can seem harder, if not impossible, to find common ground. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is relaunching its Youth & Government program this month. The program, which was halted last spring due to COVID-19, helps middle and high school students develop into strong citizens who are knowledgeable in determining the future of our…

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Concord reaffirms surgical center

Concord Township Council Tuesday night reaffirmed its approval for a joint replacement surgical center on Route 202 near Watkin Avenue. Astoria Healthcare applied for — and was approved — for the facility that includes the option for patients to stay at the center for up to 48 hours after surgery to help with recovery. Council Vice President John Gillespie said the reaffirmation was needed because…

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Police Log Feb. 3: Con job, drug sale

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • A 43-year-old Chadds Ford man was scammed out of $40,000 in cryptocurrency in December. Police said the victim clicked on an online ad thinking it was a cryptocurrency exchange site. • Police said a 35-year-old woman from Claymont was arrested for drug possession with intent to distribute in Concord Township on Jan. 15. They did not name the woman…

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