What makes us Americans? Is it freedom? Opportunity? Second chances and stories of redemption? Underdogs overcoming the odds? Apple pie? All the above, in my opinion. Only in America can we rise from the pits of the darkest struggles to beyond our wildest dreams. I know this firsthand, because it’s my own story; a story I have never hidden from the voters. It’s ...
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Taxing times in Westtown
Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 25th, 2022
It’s coming down to nitty-gritty time for possible tax hikes in Westtown Township. Residents will be asked on next month’s ballot whether they want increases in property and earned income taxes for open space preservation. The push is spearheaded by the township’s desire to preserve Crebilly Farm. The township held the second of two tax informational meetings on Oct. ...
Falcone hearing continued
Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 25th, 2022
A preliminary hearing for a Chadds Ford man has been continued a second time. Richard Falcone, of Webb Road, was charged with making terroristic threats and reckless endangerment after he shot into an occupied structure in the 400 block of Webb Road in the early morning hours on Sept. 10. An initial hearing was scheduled for Sept. 20, but that was continued to Oct. ...
Miriam T. Kendra of Garnet Valley
Posted by ChaddsFordLive on October 25th, 2022
Miriam T. Kendra, 82, of Garnet Valley, died Saturday, Oct. 22, at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Born to Patrick and Helen McGowan King in Chester, she resided the past 42 years in Garnet Valley. Miriam was a homemaker and enjoyed caring for her home and family. Devoted to her faith, she was a member of St. Cornelius Catholic Church. In her spare time, Miriam loved ...
Day of the Dead in Kennett
Posted by Press Release on October 25th, 2022
The Día de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, event in Kennett Square this year celebrates roots and honors immigrants who lost their lives searching for a better future. Casa Guanajuato Kennett Square, a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting Latin American art and culture, is once again hosting one of the region’s most exciting and vibrant Día de Los Muertos ...
Photo of the Week: End of Season
Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 25th, 2022
Fall foliage brings a colorful end to warm-weather kayaking for 2020.
