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 June 26 to July 2. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Emergency bridge work will continue to cause lane closures on north and southbound…
After a long, almost year-and-a-half the mask mandate in Pennsylvania ends Monday. Officially the mask order ends at 12:01 a.m. on June 28. Masks were part of the mitigation plan for COVID-19. Originally, the order was to end when 70 percent of the state’s population was vaccinated, but that was changed to a specific date. Those who are not vaccinated are encouraged to continue wearing…
Andrew L.“Andy” Johnson of Chadds Ford, a prominent conservationist who helped establish the Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art, the Natural Lands Trust and the North American Land Trust (NALT), died Saturday morning following a brief illness. He was 83 years old. Mr. Johnson served as the executive director of the Brandywine Conservancy during formative years from 1970 to 1976, where he oversaw the renovation…
Cheryl B. Snyder, 75 of Lewes, Del., formerly of Chadds Ford, died peacefully at home on June 21, surrounded by her daughter, Jennifer (Brown) Mellinger, son-in-law, Robb Mellinger, best friends, Jeanne Phillips and Pamela Jones, her adoring grand-dog, Allie and devoted dog, Button. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her beloved husband of 29 years, George Snyder. Cheryl loved the beach and…
Clevio A. “Monk” Angelo, 75, of Parkesburg, died Sunday, June 20, at his home. He was the husband of Rosemary Angleo. Born in Darby, he was the son of the late Albert and Mary Loftus Angelo. Clevio graduated from Monsignor Bonner Catholic High School and West Chester University. He served in the United States Air Force in Vietnam. He taught at Unionville-Chadds Ford School District…
• The Brandywine River Museum of Art is offering a virtual gallery talk with Victoria Wyeth on July 19 and 20. The granddaughter of Andrew Wyeth will share her stories and reflections on her grandfather, one of Chadds Ford’s most favorites sons. The program will be held via Zoom and participants may submit questions in advance during the registration process. Limited tickets are available. All…
Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police are investigating the theft of an estimated $431 worth of merchandise from the Acme in Concord Township on May 16. A male and female in their mid-20s are suspects. They were seen leaving in a gray Kia Forte. • Blake J. Edwards, 32, of Wilmington, was cited for DUI following a one-vehicle crash on May 18, police said.…
This past Juneteenth weekend was filled with celebrations of freedom for African Americans. But it should also serve as a reminder that the promise of freedom for the descendants of slaves has yet to be recognized. Despite the gains in legal and political rights made by the descendants of enslaved Africans since Emancipation and the Civil Rights Era, relative poverty between black and whites has…
Joseph F. Miller, 64, of Glen Mills, died Sunday, May 16, at Brinton Manor. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Francis A. Miller and the late Rose O’Reilly Miller. Joe was a flight engineer in the U.S. Air Force, retiring in 2004, after over 20 years of service. He was a decorated member of the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a…
A series of solos is on display at Steel City Coffeehouse and Brewery in Phoenixville. Every month an artist involved with The Artist Initiative, in partnership with Teresa Haag & Steel City, hangs a group of small works, covering one wall of the café. On the first Sunday of each month a new collection of works are revealed. Phoenixville artist Kim Lutschaunig’s show “Lovely Day” is…
Unionville Chadds Ford School Board Directors voted to approve a $92.9 million budget for the next school year during their June 21 meeting. The board also made some administrative changes. As anticipated, the budget passed with no objections. Millage rates for the 2021-2022 school year are 29.96 mils for Chester County properties, and 15.46 mils for properties in the Delaware County section of the district…