Crebilly easements finalized

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Crebilly Farm in Westtown Township is on on Route 926. It is also bounded by West Pleasant Grove Road, New Street and Route 202. (File photo)

Natural Lands has announced the finalization of four conservation easements on 102 acres at Crebilly Farm in Westtown Township. These easements—permanent, legal restrictions on development—are one element of a two-part plan to preserve the entirety of the iconic farm, which is one of the largest remaining parcels in Westtown Township and Chester County. The second piece of the two-part plan is Westtown Township’s purchase of…

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Farm hosts Lafayette Day festivities

Lafayette, the young Frenchman who risked his life, his fortune, and the wrath of his king to fight for American independence and freedom, is being celebrated on July 29 at Thornbury Farm. “Lafayette Day is the kickoff of our local celebration of Lafayette’s grand tour of the United States in 1824 and 1825,” said Bruce E. Mowday, chair of the Lafayette Bicentennial Brandywine Committee. “Lafayette…

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Rotary fundraiser a success

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Rotary members party on the roof.

The Rotary Club of Kennett Square held its inaugural signature fundraiser, “Kennett on Top,” on Saturday, June 17. It was a fabulous party held on top of the parking garage in downtown Kennett Square! Partygoers couldn’t have asked for better weather, and with the dressy casual atmosphere, great food, fabulous wine, beer, and a signature cocktail, the party was a big hit. Patrons danced to…

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New assistant principals at middle school

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Caitlin Ward and James Smith are the two new vice principals at Patton Middle School.

The Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board recently approved the appointment of two new assistant principals for Charles F. Patton Middle School. Mr. James Smith and Mrs. Caitlin Ward will take on their roles as assistant principals at Patton Middle School beginning July 1. Smith has been the dean of students at Patton for the past four years. Prior to becoming dean, Smith was a special education…

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Festival of Fountains Opens May 11

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Longwood Fountains

Dancing fountains, performances under the stars, and beautiful gardens make the Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens magical. Running from May 11-September 24, 2023, the spectacular celebration of music, light, water, and nature includes unique garden experiences indoors and out. Iconic Illuminated Fountain Performances dance, soar, and delight in the Main Fountain Garden Thursday–Saturday evenings. New Illuminated Fountain Performances for 2023 include Put Me In,…

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Open house for acupuncture

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Acupuncture Healing Arts will hold an open house on Saturday, May 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 704 West Nields Street, West Chester.

Acupuncture Healing Arts, a new non-profit organization in Chester County providing acupuncture and related therapies, will have an open house Saturday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its new office, 704 West Nields Street, West Chester. According to a press release, AHA’s “mission is to provide accessible and affordable acupuncture and related therapies to improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of…

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Curtis Symphony at Longwood Gardens

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Concert at Longwood Gardens

The upcoming 7 pm Curtis Symphony Orchestra performance on May 12 at Longwood Gardens marks the first time the full orchestra will perform at Longwood, and the only chance to experience the orchestra in the region before they embark on their Curtis On Tour West Coast engagements. With Longwood’s Meadow Garden as a backdrop, the May 12 program includes performances of Bartók, Tchaikovsky, and the world…

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Conservancy launches climate initiative

In advance of Earth Day this year, the Brandywine Conservancy is launching a new Climate Resiliency Initiative to help local municipalities and landowners proactively address climate change in their communities. Built on over 56 years of experience, this Initiative formalizes the organization’s ongoing internal and external efforts to improve environmental sustainability and brings cross-departmental expertise—through technical assistance, funding, education, planning and project implementation—directly to its…

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BVC presents ‘The Armed Man’

The Brandywine Valley Chorale will present "The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace" by Karl Jenkins on Saturday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Unionville High School. The performance will incorporate music, staging, lighting, and interpretive dance to offer a unique and memorable theatrical experience. Unionville High School Chorale will join the BVC on stage for this performance accompanied by an orchestra. "The Armed Man"…

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Spring fling at the Barn at Spring Brook Farm

Barn at Spring Brook Farm at 360 Locust Grove Road in West Chester invites children with disabilities and their families and friends to Spring Fling on Saturday, April 29, from noon to 3 p.m. Children can meet The Barn’s resident animals; learn about The Barn’s programs; take a hayride around the farm; play in the wheelchair-accessible treehouse; participate in crafts and more. All are welcome…

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Aggressive drivers targeted

PennDOT has announced that more than 80 municipal police departments from Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties will join the Pennsylvania State Police in a coordinated aggressive driving enforcement wave to help reduce the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities on area roadways as part of a statewide mobilization that runs through April 23. The enforcement wave will focus on distracted driving, speeding, and work…

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