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Chadds Ford native turns 100

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on August 6, 2009

Mary beck has deep roots in Chadds Ford Township, roots that have been growing for a full century. She knew Sister Archie, Chris Sanderson and Andy Wyeth and her father lent the money so Karl Kuerner could buy his farm.

Fire wipes out home under construction

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 30, 2009

Five fire companies responded to the Friday evening blaze in the Estates at Chadds Ford.

Booth School grads remember Chris Sanderson

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 30, 2009

“[Chris Sanderson] brought out a person’s individualism… He saw the human side of them.“ – Sandy Dechert, granddaughter of Booth School founder Phoebe Barsby Booth.

Fun fest, an event for all reasons

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 30, 2009

There was a little of something for everyone at Anson. B. Nixon Park in Kennett Square Saturday.

Tip-a-Canoe, more than a backyard cruise

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 23, 2009

Young Friends of the Brandywine use Tip-a-Canoe as a ‘friend-raiser.’

Koons applauds sheriff, but with reservation

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 23, 2009

The Democratic Party candidate for Judge of Common Pleas, wonders whether the sheriff’s motive behind a petition for a stay of sheriff’s sales may be politically motivated.

The Barn at Spring Brook Farm helps kids with disabilities

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 16, 2009

Farm animals are used to help youngsters develop self-esteem and independence. One horse gave a girl with Down Syndrome the incentive to walk for the first time.

Pennsbury to consider solicitation ordinance

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 16, 2009

Residents are concerned about door-to-door salespeople. Those concerns have been heightened by a series of burglaries in the township.

Chadds Ford Live to go subscription only in August

Posted by Emily Myers on July 16, 2009

A special message from the publisher.

Birmingham joins West Chester area emergency group

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on July 10, 2009

The West Chester regional group consists of East Bradford, Westtown and other townships, according to Lloyd Roach, Birmingham’s emergency management coordinator.