Chadds Ford Township supervisors still haven’t adopted a budget for 2024 but that is expected to change next week. The board Wednesday night unveiled an updated proposed budget that reflects a reduction in general fund millage while reinstating a fire tax. As reported last week, questions arose over the need for a separate fire tax during the Dec. 6 meeting. Instigating those questions was the…
• The current exhibit Rooted: Family and Nature in Contemporary Children’s Book Illustrations continues at the Brandywine River Museum of Art through Feb. 28. This exhibition explores the enduring bonds of nature and family through a lively presentation of original artwork from eight illustrated children’s books. The illustrations on view will feature a diverse group of protagonists who experience compelling moments in their everyday lives,…
PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Dec. 9 through Dec. 15. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Through Jan. 25, there will be weekday single-lane closures on Burrows Run Road in Kennett Township between Kennett Pike and…
Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • On Nov. 22, a 70-year-old Concord Township woman called police to say her car — a 2022 white Acura RDX — had been stolen. Police said the unknown suspect entered the victim’s unlocked garage on Century Lane. • State police from the Media barracks are investigating the theft of more than $16,000 worth of clothing taken from Lululemon on…
Betty Jo Jordan, 92, of West Grove, died Monday, Dec. 11, at the Pocopson Home. She was the wife of Curtis H. Jordan who passed away in 1975, and with whom she shared 24 years of marriage. Born in West Jefferson, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Joseph Snyder and the late Lula Snyder. Betty was a homemaker. She enjoyed camping, cooking, shopping,…
Emerita Rios, 73, of West Chester, died Saturday, Dec. 2, at Chester County Hospital in West Chester. She was the spouse of Luis Rosario, with whom she shared 30 years of marriage. Born in Florida, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Pepe Rios and the late Reparada Garcia. Emerita will be remembered for her love of cooking. It was her “love language.” …
The Kennett Library Art Gallery's January exhibit will feature 3-dimensional wire hands by local artist Lisa Fedon. This collection was inspired by activities captured in the library. The opening reception for Lisa’s exhibit is on Thursday, Jan. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The show will be on display until Jan 30. Fedon is an award-winning international metal artist and…
Birds on a wire. It was so foggy Saturday morning that even the birds canceled their flights.
A Chadds Ford family has filed suit against the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District for what they allege are false charges of harassment against their son and his wrongful expulsion from school. The 41-page complaint, filed by Kevin and Renata Brabank on behalf of their son Ford, calls for a jury trial. The Brabanks are represented in the suit by Bradley Flynn, an attorney with Montgomery…
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Cassie Cassie is a lovely 3-year-old lady with a quiet disposition. She will warm right up once she knows you're a friend. Please come meet Cassie just as soon as you can. You can name your adoption fee for Cassie through Sunday, Dec. 17. Peg Meet Peg, a sweet,…
Unionville High School Technology and Engineering students recently constructed two benches for the Kennett Square YMCA in memory of late classmate Emma Hill. UHS senior and Hill family neighbor Courtney Brennan was the student lead on this project. She coordinated with the family, created the designs, developed a bill of materials, and led her classmates through the construction project. "I was approached by Mr. Berkeihiser…