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Around Town Dec. 7

• West Chester University’s 102nd annual Holiday Concert, a winter tradition, is this Saturday, Dec. 9 at 3 p.m. in the 1200-seat Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. Professor and Associate Director of Choirs Ryan Kelly directs. Tickets are $14 here or by phoning 610-436-2266. This concert will not be ...

 
 

Road Report for Dec. 9 through Dec. 15

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. • Utility work will cause lane closures on Baltimore Pike between Schoolhouse Lane and ...

 

Jim (Wayne) Rowe

In loving memory of Jim (Wayne) Rowe who died peacefully on Nov. 27, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was a beacon of kindness whose warm smile and generous heart touched so many lives.  Born in 1940 in Reading, he brought joy to all who knew him. A devoted family man, his unwavering love for his spouse, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren was ...

 

Police Log Dec. 6: DUIs, theft, speed

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police are investigating thefts from two cars in Concord Township. Credit cards were stolen in the Oct. 22 thefts. The incidents happened at 2:33 p.m. in the 1100 block of Baltimore Pike. • Police said they arrested Andrew Martin, 39, of Havre De Grace, Md. for shoplifting at the Rally House store in Concord Township on Nov. ...

 

Adopt-a-Pet Dec. 4

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Aslan Wow, Aslan is a handsome 2-year-old boy looking for a forever family to give him all the love he deserves. Come on over today to meet him. Please bring all family members and any dogs living in the home when you come to visit. You can name your adoption fee for Aslan ...

 

Mary Lee Thompson of Avondale

Mary Lee Thompson, 93, of Avondale, died Sunday, Nov. 26, at Riddle Hospital. She was the wife of Arthur Thompson who died in 1992, and with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. Born in Swords Creek, Va., she was the daughter of the late Willard Hess and Elsie Howington Hess. Mary was a homemaker. She enjoyed doing needlepoint, gardening, caring for children, ...

 

Patricia Anne Delduco of Coatesville

Patricia Anne Delduco, 65, of Coatesville, died Saturday, Nov. 25, at Riddle Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Anthony “Fritz” A. Delduco and the late Alice Rowe Delduco.  Growing up in Kennett Square, Patty was known for her strong hugs, great smile, and huge heart. She was a lover of all animals and people, loved her stuffed animals and coloring ...

 

Henry Harlan Roberts of Kennett Square

Henry Harlan Roberts, 83, of Kennett Square, known as “Rick” and “Coach,” died Tuesday, Nov. 28. Rick was born on Aug. 30, 1940, in Buenos Aires, Argentina to the late Kenneth Shelley and Grace Chardy Roberts. Rick’s father had been transferred by the DuPont Company from Kennett Square to Argentina and the family was living in Buenos Aires at the time of his birth. ...

 

Road Report for Dec. 2 through Dec. 8

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Dec. 2 through Dec. 8. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Utility work will cause lane closures on Baltimore Pike between Schoolhouse Lane and ...

 

Around Town Nov. 30

• City Theater Company’s Fearless Improv returns to Wilmington Brew Works for an adults-only show on Thursday, Dec. 7, at 8 p.m. Fearless Improv creates comedy on the spot that has never been seen before and will never be seen again. The show is based on audience suggestions, so you are a part of the show too. Tickets are $20 and are available here. Doors open at ...

 

Police Log Nov. 29: Jewelry heist, theft from cars

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police are investigating the reported theft of more than $10,000 worth of jewelry taken from a home on Graystone Drive in Concord Township. The theft was reported on Oct. 11. A report said the stolen items included a pair of diamond earrings valued at $2,000, a gold chain worth $2,500, a $5,000 gold bracelet, and a ...