113 more acres preserved in ChesCo

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Castle Rock Farm, looking south. (Photo by Jack Stefferud, senior director of land protection for Natural Lands)

Natural Lands announced the successful preservation of the 113-acre Castle Rock Farm that straddles West Bradford and Newlin Townships, Chester County. The farm is adjacent to several other already-protected properties, adding to a growing greenway along West Branch Brandywine Creek. Using a land protection tool known as a conservation easement, Natural Lands has ensured the property is never developed, preserving the pastoral, scenic views of…

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Carmen Ana Ortiz Aponte of Oxford

Carmen Ana Ortiz Aponte, 82, of Oxford, died Saturday, July 23, at her residence. She was the wife of the late Angel Manuel Rosado Rosa. Born in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Margaro Ortiz Burgo and the late Rosa Aponte Candelaria. She was a homemaker. Carmen enjoyed listening to music, watching preachers on TV, and attending church. She also enjoyed being…

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Police Log July 27: Harassment, indecent assault, thefts

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police are investigating a case of identity theft. On July 21, state police from the Media barracks were alerted to a situation where a 61-year-old woman reported someone had used her name and work address to buy prescription pills. • Two men, a 20-year-old from Upper Darby and a 54-year-old from Philadelphia, were arrested on June 30 on harassment…

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