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Adopt-a-Pet June 5

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Hotshot Hotshot is a 3-year-old male, described as a spunky and playful boy looking for his forever home. This lowrider has fun running in our play yards and interacting with people, knows a few basic commands, and is also dog friendly. He weighs less than forty pounds and ...

 
 

Road Report for June 3 through June 9

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from June 3 through June 9. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Vegetation management will cause daytime lane closures on Route 926 between Pocopson ...

 

Around Town June 1

• The Chester County History Center is offering a virtual session, From Whence We Came: Finding black ancestors in the historical record on Wednesday, June 14 from 7-8 p.m. African American Genealogy is particularly challenging for numerous reasons, and many believe that their ancestors' stories are entirely lost to time. However, this isn't necessarily the case if ...

 

Anna Victoria Ford of West Chester

Anna Victoria Ford (Tori), 33, of West Chester, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 24. Born in Sacramento, Calif., she was the daughter of Jeffrey Cosenza and Cathy Ford. Tori was a bright light that would do anything for a friend in need. She had the greatest smile and shared it with everyone. She had a beautiful spirit and will be missed. She loved Harry Potter ...

 

Edward F. Kavanagh of Avondale

Edward F. Kavanagh, 80, of Avondale, died Wednesday, May 24, at Christiana Hospital in Newark. He was the spouse of Sandra (Lawrence) Kavanagh, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage. Born in West Chester, he was the son of Francis Kavanagh and Ruth (Brown) Kavanagh of West Grove. He was "Pop Pop" to his four grandsons, and "Uncle Eddie" to his many nieces and ...

 

Police Log May 31: Crashes, threats, thefts

Pennsylvania State Police Avondale Barracks • Police said they arrested a 21-year-old man from Wilmington on drug possession charges in East Marlborough Township. The arrest followed a traffic stop for a traffic violation on Route 1 near Orchard Avenue on May 23. Police did not identify the driver in the report, but said he was charged with drug possession and DUI. • ...

 

Adopt-a-Pet May 29

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Doc Look at those soulful eyes. Doc is wanting his future family to come by and whisk him away to a loving home. Hurry over to meet this 3-year-old kitty today and you’ll be sure to fall in love with his sweet personality. You can name your fee for Doc through Sunday, June ...

 

Dr. Arthur J. DeMarco

Dr. Arthur J. DeMarco, 103, died Tuesday, May 23, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He attended Villanova University and Temple School of Dentistry. He served his country proudly as a member of the United States Army. Arthur read the Philadelphia Inquirer every morning. Most of all, he enjoyed the beach and spending time with his family. He is the son of ...

 

Road Report for May 27 through June 2

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from May 27 through June 2. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Gas line installation will cause daytime lane closures on W. Miner Street, between S. ...

 

Academic Achievement May 26

• Dr. Courtney Mooney, VMD, of Chadds Ford, graduated on May 15, from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Mooney is a 2008 graduate of Unionville High School and a 2012 summa cum laude graduate of St. Joseph’s University. She has joined the medical team at Brandywine Valley Veterinary Hospital in Coatesville. • Christine Trageser of Chadds ...

 

Around Town May 25

• Registration is now open, and spots remain for select summer camps and programs at West Chester University. More than 20 camp programs are available for the enrichment and education of area youth from ages 7 – 22. There are camps focusing on music, theatre, art, writing, sports, and more. Programs are taught by expert faculty, student-athletes, and local ...