Lights out in Chadds Ford

UPDATE BELOW.  Chadds Ford Live will update this report once we learn when the work will start and how long it will take. UPDATE: According to Chadds Ford Township Manager Matt Baumann, work began on the concrete foundation Monday, June 19. The boring underneath Route 1 should start Thursday and the light should be back to proper operation either late Thursday or sometime Friday morning.…

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Brenda L. Baccino of Oxford

Brenda L. (Wilcox) Baccino, 64, of Oxford, died peacefully on Wednesday, June 14, at the Chester County Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Brenda will be remembered for her deep love for all those whom she called friends, which includes many, spanning countries, cultures, and religions. Brenda was tenacious and full of life, and her energy was contagious to those who surrounded her. Brenda…

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Road Report for June 17 through June 23

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from June 17 through June 23. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Vegetation management will continue on various roads through the end of the month. Roads include Route 202 between Oakbourne and…

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Academic Achievement June 16

• Madison Jenkins of Chadds Ford was named to the University of Mississippi's Spring 2023 Honor Roll lists. Jenkins, majoring in finance, was named to the Chancellor's Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00. • Julianne Bukovacz and Matthew Pulcinella, both from Chadds Ford, were named to the Spring 2023 Dean's List at Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg. • Gina Lusvardi…

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Business briefs June 16

• United Way of Chester County has announced the appointment of Kari Sullivan as the new director of Resource Development. Her background includes expertise in fundraising, workplace campaign management, mobilizing volunteers, disaster relief, and immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts. Her responsibilities will include leading the organization's fundraising initiatives and working closely with donors, corporate partners, and community leaders to build sustainable funding streams. •…

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