Catherine “Betty” Baker of Kennett Square

Catherine “Betty” Baker, 92, of Kennett Square, died Thursday, Sept. 24, at her residence. She was the wife of Thomas S. Baker who died in 2007, and with whom she shared 39 years of marriage. Born in Kennett Square, she was the daughter of the late Harry J. Lynch and the late Lillian Proud Lynch. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Kennett…

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Adopt-a-Pet Sept. 28

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Mystery Mystery feels like she's no mystery at all, she’s just a fun girl looking for a fun family. She’s a nice walking companion, and she’s been enjoying learning about all the adventures possible with toys. Mystery is full of love and looking to be your only fur-child. This…

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Vincent Vergara of Avondale

Vincent Vergara, 91, of Avondale, formerly of Syracuse, N.Y., died Friday, Sept. 25, at Twin Pines Health Care Center. He was the husband of Carolyn Hemming Vergara who died in 2017, and with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Anthony Vergara and the late Catherine Ianollo Vergara. He owned and operated Vergara’s Liquor Store…

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Road report for Sept. 26 to Oct. 2

PennDOT has announced the following road projects, which are weather-dependent and could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area during the week of Sept. 26 to Oct. 2. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Motorists should expect nighttime lane closures next week during construction to improve…

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Business Briefs Sept 25

• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® salutes sales associates in the Chadds Ford Office for being the office leaders for the month of August. Susan Kauffman was recognized for units. The Susan Manners' Team was recognized for listings and units. The Jim DeFrank Team was recognized for volume. • Interested in what’s going on at the Brandywine River Museum of Art? The Chadds…

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Around Town Sept. 24

• Delaware County Libraries invite all residents to participate in the Fall Reading Challenge. There is a program for every age group, from infants to adults. For our youngest readers, 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is available to help parents keep track of books read. This program is ongoing and runs all year long. For kids and teens, libraries are offering “The 7 Strengths of #SuperReaders…

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Claire Perry Hofer of Kennett Square

Claire Perry Hofer, 105, of Kennett Square, died peacefully on Sept. 21, at Kendal/Crosslands Retirement Community.  She was the wife of the late W. Eric Hofer, who died in 1982 and with whom she shared 42 years of marriage. Claire was born in Westerly, R.I. on Oct. 26, 1915, and was the daughter of the late Arthur L. and Alice (Edge) Perry. She graduated from…

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Frederick Harper Taylor Jr. of Lincoln University

Frederick (Rick) Harper Taylor Jr., 69, of Lincoln University, died Sept. 19, at Christiana Hospital. Rick was born June 29, 1951, in West Chester, to the late Frederick (Sr.) and Constance Taylor. He was the oldest of four children, Cathy, Cindy, and David. Rick attended Temple University and was a graduate of Goldey-Beacom College in Wilmington and Unionville High School. Earlier this year, Rick retired…

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Police Log Sept. 23: Crashes, theft

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police from the Media barracks will hold a child car seat safety inspection on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free inspection will be held in the parking lot of the Rocky Run YMCA, 1299 W. Baltimore Pike, Media. People are asked to make an appointment, but walk-ins are welcomed. • Kimberly A. McBrearty,…

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Luis Fernando Fonseca of Aberdeen, Md.

Luis Fernando Fonseca, 35, of Aberdeen, Md., died Saturday, Sept. 12. He is survived by his mother Lanea Fonseca and his father Concepcion Fonseca. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings, Chon Fonseca (Jessica), Ana Fonseca, and Julio Fonseca.  He also left behind his ex-wife Nicole and their two children, Nicholas and Annabelle; girlfriend Danielle Hamburg, and daughter Hadley.  He is…

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Adopt-a-Pet Sept. 21

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Tank Tank lost his whole world when his family lost their home to a fire and were unable to find housing that would accommodate him. He’s found the change a little overwhelming, but he’s showing his soft side as he’s gotten accustomed to the shelter. He can be a…

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