Robert Turner of Landenberg

Robert Turner, 69, of Landenberg, died peacefully on Feb. 4, surrounded by his family. He was born on April 8, 1954. Robert was a beloved father, an esteemed master electrician, and an expert in firearms. He retired from Chrysler and ran a successful side business specializing in residential electrical heating and cooling. Robert had a passion for dogs and was known for his generous donations…

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Adopt-a-Pet Feb. 12

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Gracie Meet Gracie, a beautiful 4-year-old dog who is dog-friendly and would love a forever home. Please bring your family for a meeting today. You can name your adoption fee for Gracie through Sunday, Feb. 18. Bella Bella is such a pretty little 3-year-old girl, with a lovely white…

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Road Report for Feb. 10 through Feb. 16

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Feb. 10 through Feb. 16. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Motorists should expect a 24/7 lane closure on Route 1 between Orchard Avenue and Greenwood Road in East Marlborough Township…

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Around Town Feb. 8

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Learn portrait photography at Longwood Gardens≥

• Longwood Gardens is offering a photography course, Introduction to Portrait Photography. Learn the fundamentals of portrait photography by experimenting with lighting, posing, and beautiful botanical scenery. Then, work with fellow photography enthusiasts to make fun, impactful portraits in the Gardens — be ready to take portraits and have your portrait taken. Any camera is welcome, from smartphone to professional. This is a three-day course,…

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Police Log Feb. 7: Crashes, thefts, DUIs

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks Police said they arrested a 35-year-old woman from Claymont for shoplifting at the Target on Hatton Dr. in Concord Township on Dec. 14. The suspect was not identified in the report, but police said she stole $328 worth of merchandise. Avondale Barracks • A 73-year-old woman from West Chester and a 15-year-old boy from Chadds Ford were injured in a…

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Adopt-a-Pet Feb. 5

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Mia Miss Mia is a beautiful 12-year-old lap kitty. She is super sweet, loves to be petted, and enjoys being kissed on her forehead. Please meet Mia as soon as possible and consider opening your heart and home to this wonderful senior lady. You can name your adoption fee…

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Ruth Smedley Thompson of the Unionville area

Ruth Smedley Thompson, 104, of the Unionville area, died Monday, Jan. 29, at Ruston, Jenner’s Pond in West Grove. Ruth was the farmer’s daughter of the late Byron T. Smedley and Elizabeth Sharpless of Lamborntown Road and West Grove. The late Frances McMullen (Rick) of Chula Vista, California was her younger sister. Ruth and her late husband, Harold E. Thompson were long-time farmers. Ruth with…

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Academic Achievement Feb.2

• Natalie Gartner of Chadds Ford was named to The University of Alabama Deans List for the fall semester of 2023. Students named to the list have an academic record of 3.5 or above. • The University of Rhode Island announces that Tim Crane of Chadds Ford was named to the Fall 2023 Dean's List. To be included on the Dean's List, full-time students must…

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Road Report for Feb. 3 through Feb. 9

PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Feb. 3 through Feb. 9. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. •  Tree removal operations will force a road closure on Route 82 (Creek Road) between Marshall Bridge Road and Old Kennett…

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Around Town Feb. 1

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Jamie Wyeth (b. 1946), Bean Boots, 1985, oil on panel. 37 x 50 in. Farnsworth Art Museum, Rockland, Maine, Gift of the Cawley Family, 2001.29.1 © Jamie Wyeth / Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY.

• The Brandywine River Museum of Art is gearing up for another opening, this time it’s “JAMIE WYETH: UNSETTLED.” It was five years in the making by the Brandywine and will feature more than 50 works drawn from museum and private collections across the country that focus on the artist’s arresting, visceral imagery, revealing fascinating insight into Wyeth and the art of visual storytelling. Unsettled will be…

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Police Log Jan. 31: Thefts, harassment, crashes

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • State police are investigating the theft of a set of wheels and tires stolen from a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee belonging to David Dodge. The wheels and tires are valued at. $1,200. They were stolen sometime during the overnight hours between Jan. 10 and 11. • Police arrested two men from Delaware for shoplifting at Wegmans on Jan. 28.…

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