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Around Town Jan. 27

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on January 27, 2022

Take a warm look at winter at Longwood Gardens.

• It might be cold, but Longwood Gardens is offering a warm look at winter. Experience a warm, colorful oasis in Longwood’s grand Conservatory. Vibrant Streptocarpus ‘Concord Blue’ baskets float above, Saintpaulia (African-violets) delight, and tal Clerodendrum schmidtii (chains-of-glory) stun. From Cymbidium to highlights from our vast collection, find hundreds of orchids in beautiful bloom. If braving the outside temperatures, stroll through 400 acres and explore the beauty…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on October 6, 2021

Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police are investigating a theft by deception incident in which a woman’s cell phone and wallet were stolen from her bag while shopping at Costco, and the stolen credit card was later used at Target in Concord Township. The incident happened on Sep.17. The suspects were seen leaving the Target parking lot in a gray Honda Accord with New…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 23, 2021

Read more about the article Adopt-a-Pet Aug. 23

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Omber Omber is a handsome grey tabby with an exuberant personality to boot. Smart, fun-loving, and outgoing, Omber will have no problem sharing how he's feeling with his new housemates. This busy bee will thrive in a home where playtime with cat toys is always on the itinerary. You…

Posted by Press Release on August 11, 2021

Read more about the article UHS honored for success

Four Diamonds Mini-THON® recognized Unionville High School at the 2021 Mini-THON Leadership Summit on Aug. 6, for being selected as the recipient of the 2021 Mini-THON Award for Excellence in Student Body Participation, the school said in a press release. This award honors a school that improved school spirit and promoted school unity by bringing together students from diverse backgrounds and interests to participate in…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on August 5, 2021

Read more about the article Around Town Aug. 5

Longwood Gardens has reopened after last week’s accident in which a truck hit the visitors' center.

• Chester County is looking for help in deciding how to spend money. The county is set to receive $102 million in American Recovery Plan Act funds as part of COVID relief. One part of the process in determining how the money is spent is to have members of the community be part of the ARPA evaluation teams. Anyone age 18 or over who lives or…

Posted by Constance McBride on July 13, 2021

Read more about the article Art Live: Art shapes

"Consume" by Sam Diamond at WCU Knauer Gallery

Stanek Galley, WCU, Robert Zurer, Katherine Stanek

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 7, 2021

Read more about the article Road Report May 8 to May 14

Motorists should expect lane closures on Route 1 from May 12-14.

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 May 8 to May 14. Motorists are urged to allow extra time if they are traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Beginning Wednesday, May 12, motorists should expect daytime moving lane closures along…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on April 26, 2021

Read more about the article 900 get vaccines in Kennett

Kennett area residents check in at Kennett High School to get COVID-19 vaccines Saturday.

State Rep. Craig Williams, R-160, called it "a tremendous service." He was referring to a vaccination clinic held at Kennett High School on Saturday, where 900 people received COVID-19 vaccines. Williams and Kennett Square Mayor Matt Fetick hosted the event that began at 8:30 Saturday morning. By 12:30 p.m., 400 people received the vaccines, 900 by the end of the afternoon. Family Wellness Pharmacy in…

Posted by Karen Myers on October 8, 2020

Read more about the article Le Cav elevates tradition with a modern flair

Chef Tyler Akin in the restaurant's new foyer.

Le Cavalier at the Green Room opened on Sept 1 with a new look, a new menu and a new chef, Tyler Akin. Patrons with family histories of celebrating special events at The Green Room will find Akin has put a new spin on a venerable tradition with an upbeat menu combining standards with innovative new dishes influenced by North Africa and Provence. "It's a…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on July 29, 2020

Pennsylvania State Police Avondale Barracks • Police said they arrested Victoria Wiseman-Blum, 22, of New Castle, for drug possession. The release said troopers were making a welfare check on a person seated in a vehicle parked in a lot on W. Cypress Street in New Garden Township at 10:09 a.m. on July 1. Police found the occupant had paraphernalia and a small amount of marijuana,…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on April 21, 2020

Read more about the article Storm warning issued

The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm watch until 5 p.m. today, Tuesday, April 21 for the five counties in southeastern Pennsylvania including Bucks, Chester Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia. Wind gusts may reach 60 m.p.h. Protecting yourself from immediate threats to life and safety shall take priority. Whenever possible, as long as it does not cause greater harm, all COVID-19 protective action guidance should…