Academic Achievement June 21

• Three students from Chadds Ford made either the Dean’s or President’s Lists at the University of Alabama. They are Olivia Carpenter and Natalie Gartner who made the Dean’s List. Zachary DelCollo was named to the President's List. • Gina Lusvardi of Chadds Ford received a Master of Science in chemical engineering from The University of Alabama.

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Road report for June 24 through June 28

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from June 24 through June 28. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Roadway improvements will cause daytime single-lane closures on Route 1 between James Getty Lane and Pole Cat Road from June…

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Destressing at Centered Clay Studio

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Laurie Williams works the wheel at Centered Clay Studio on Ways Lane in Kennett Square.

Pottery is an ancient and functional art. It’s been referred to as throwing clay, throwing pots, and throwing on the wheel. But it’s also a way to de-stress, said Debby Wyatt, owner of Centered Clay Studio in Kennett Square. “Throwing pots or working with clay are proven methods of relaxation, especially the wheel, its rotation and the spinning. Your hands are busy. You’re touching earth…

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Time capsule buried on Juneteenth

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Kye Carter, a descendant of one of the founders of the Spring Valley African Methodist Episcopal Church, helps bury the time capsule.

Concord Township buried a time capsule at the old Spring Valley African Methodist Episcopal Church on Spring Valley Road Wednesday. This was a follow-up to the ribbon cutting at the church in February and coincided with the Juneteenth celebration, the day in 1865 when the former slaves in Galveston, Texas learned that they were now free and that slavery had ended. “It’s a profound honor…

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Around Town June 20

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Students and staff from Christina Cultural Arts Center will perform in Mt. Cuba Center’s gardens from 6-7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 12.  

• Dance to the beat of your own drum while students and staff from Christina Cultural Arts Center showcase their talents in Mt. Cuba Center’s gardens from 6-7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 12.  Create and express yourself with family-friendly activities as you unwind from the week and enjoy a variety of live dance, voice, and musical performances. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Included…

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Police Log June 19: Identity theft, assault, drunkenness

Pennsylvania State Police Avondale Barracks A Pennsbury Township resident on Crosslands Drive reported a case of identity theft to state police. According to the report, there was no financial loss, but the victim gave personal information during an Apple Security scam. Police are investigating. Kennett Square Police Department • David Aceto, 32, was charged with simple assault, public drunkenness, and other related offenses, following an…

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Taxes up again in UCF

Unionville-Chadds Ford School District directors once again passed a budget with a tax increase levied on property owners in the district. Unlike most years, however, the vote wasn’t unanimous. The lone “no” vote came from Director Brian Schartz who motioned to approve the 2024-2025 academic year budget. The budget calls for revenues of $105,838,802, with real estate taxes of 32.61 mils for Chester County property…

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DelCo gives heat wave advice

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Delaware County has reacted to the National Weather Service’s heat advisory with tips to stay safe. The heat advisory is for Tuesday, June 18 through Saturday, June 22. Temperatures are expected to be in the 90s during the week, and AccuWeather is reporting that temperatures could reach 100 in some areas of the Midwest and Northeast. Here are some vital tips to help you beat…

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Racing for the watershed

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They’re off. More than 80 runners took part in the second annual 5K Race for the Watershed at Newlin Grist Mill Park on Saturday.

They ran for fun, for the park, and for clean water. More than 8o runners took part in the second annual 5K Race for the Watershed at the Newlin Grist Mill Park on Saturday. Last year’s race netted $10,000 for the park and Executive Director Tony Shahan said he was hoping to match that this year. “We’re hoping for a similar outcome,” he said before…

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Adopt-a-Pet June 17

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Clover Big and beautiful, with gorgeous golden eyes, Clover is growing in confidence every day. At 10 years of age, he is working hard to adjust to his new surroundings but really needs a soft place to land. Will you be the one to open your heart and home…

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