An approved commercial development in Concord Township has, again, triggered concerns among some Chadds Ford Township residents. Those residents, mostly from the Ridings development, asked Chadds Ford supervisors Wednesday evening to take an active role in learning what will actually be happening at the intersection of Route 202 and Ridge Road. Specifically, they asked the supervisors to get updated information on traffic counts and stormwater…
• This December, the Chester County History Center will share a spirit of unity and togetherness with the inaugural Season of Lights, a celebration for all community members to share in the warmth of the holiday season. As part of that, at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, and in partnership with the Kennett Symphony, the History Center will host a Holiday Concert with KS…
The Borough of Kennett Square Council on Monday unanimously ratified a multi-year contract with Longwood Fire Co. to provide the borough with fire and emergency medical services, according to a press release. The two-year deal, which goes into effect Jan. 1, 2025, and runs until Dec. 31, 2026, includes a funding increase of 5 percent for 2025 and 9 percent for 2026. The agreement also…
Concord Township now has a budget for 2025 and, as expected, it includes a tax increase for fire protection and emergency medical services. “For the last six months, we’ve been in discussions with the Concordville Fire Co. They are no longer a volunteer fire company, it is a fully paid fire company, and their costs, like everyone else’s, are rising and they desperately need the…
Pennsylvania State Police Media Barracks • Police said they arrested a 35-year-old man from Philadelphia for shoplifting at Wegmans on Nov. 6. The police report identified the man as Mark Windish, and said he was accused of stealing $1,100 worth of merchandise. The report also said police found four packets of heroin on his person. • Tyler Scott Schreckengast was arrested for shoplifting at Wegmans…
Birmingham Township supervisors Monday night approved the township’s 2025 budget with a slight millage increase in township property taxes, as anticipated. The increase, from 1.6 to 1.9 mils is the first increase since 2010, according to township Manager Quina Nelling. She said during the November meeting that the increase would cost the average property owner an additional $100 for the year. (A mil is a…
It’s still early December but ice is already forming around the spillway at Newlin Grist Mill Park.
The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Archie Meet Archie. This 9-year-young guy is ready to retire in a loving furever home that will let him shine in his golden years. Do you have room on your couch and in your heart for this senior sweetheart? Stop by to meet him today. You can name your…
The Brandywine Railroad at the Brandywine Museum of Art has been a fan favorite ever since it chugged into an annual Black Friday event in 1972. Everyone of all ages — men, women, boys, and girls — seems to be drawn to the display of O-gauge model trains. This year was no exception. While the display opened to the public two earlier, the room with…
PennDOT has announced the following weather-dependent road projects that could affect drivers in the greater Chadds Ford area from Dec. 2 to Dec. 6. Motorists are urged to allow extra time traveling through one of the construction zones. Work schedules are subject to change. • Installation of a raised asphalt intersection and crosswalks will force the closure of Evergreen Drive at the Maris Grove intersection…
• The annual Kennett Square Holiday Light parade is this Saturday, Nov. 30 beginning at 7 p.m. The parade route is north on Broad Street from Cypress Street to State Street, then west on State to Mill Road. At the end of the parade, Santa will light the borough Christmas Tree. Parking restrictions along the parade route begin at 5 p.m. with road closures beginning…
