Jane Mendenhall Davis of West Grove died Sunday, July 9, at her home at Ware Presbyterian Village. She was the wife of Robert L. Davis who preceded her in death in 2005. Born on a farm in Bart Township, Pa., she was the daughter of the late, William Mendenhall and the late, Mary McMillan Mendenhall. Jane worked for 31 years for Chemical Leaman Tank Lines.…
• The Chester County History Center will hold walking tours of the Underground Railroad on Wednesdays July 19, 26, and Aug. 2, and again on Saturdays, July 15 and Aug. 5. The tour covers approximately 1.25 miles, lasts 90 minutes, and is entirely outdoors; sidewalks and terrain may be uneven. The event is rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. The cost is…
Concord Township Tuesday night conducted one conditional use hearing, rendered a decision in another, and became a member of Bird Town Pennsylvania. • A conditional use hearing held before the regular meeting was held for Del Pez Concordville, LLC, to allow for a liquor license transfer and outdoor dining. The company has several restaurants in Delaware and wants to open at the site of the…
Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police said two people, one a 9-year-old girl, were seriously injured after they were struck by a car on Beaver Valley Road just after 9 p.m. on July 4. The injured were not identified and the driver fled the scene. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling east on Beaver Valley Road towards Ruby Road while the…
Birmingham Township supervisors Monday night received an update on a proposed multiuse development for a property at Route 202 and Penn Oaks Drive, but it may take a few more months before supervisors give their approval. Attorney Alyson Zarro said her client, Allied Properties, wants to build a three-story, 31,300-square-foot building on the 2.9-acre site. She added that the Planning Commission has already granted its…
A seemingly simple footbridge over a stream. But is the crossing spiritual or spooky?
Brinton Run Preserve is celebrating its one-year anniversary as a public preserve, a place where neighbors and visitors can hike, enjoy nature, and learn about history. The North American Land Trust (NALT) purchased the 71-acre historic site, which had been sought by developers, and opened it to the public in summer 2022. American and British forces fought in its surrounding fields during the Battle of…
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Lavender Lavender is a beautiful 2-year-old girl who has super-soft black fur. She was an extremely good, loving, and caring mother to her four kittens, and now it is her turn for a happy life. Once she knows that you are a friend, she is very sweet. She also…
Kennett Township supervisors granted conditional use approval for Kennett Area Community Services to build a new facility. “It gives this small nonprofit, after 70 years in this community, a permanent home,” said KACS Executive Director Leah Reynolds. The new building, located along West Cypress Street in both Kennett and New Garden townships, would be 29,257 square feet and would allow KACS to become a food…
Summers are full of stories. From vacation travels to family gatherings, we often leave home and visit other places and people. Sometimes these trips become their own traditions like time at the beach or the ballpark, and sometimes it’s more simply time at the pool or the ice cream parlor. The result of our summer experiences is that we have stories, rich in depth and…
Summer is a great time to learn a new skill, practice your art—or find a camp to keep the kids from complaining that they are bored already! Fantastic camps, classes, and workshops for all ages are in full swing throughout the Brandywine Valley. Check out some of the options below and check out the websites and social media of these organizations for updates! The Chester…