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Adopt-a-Pet March 17

CFES art show a hit

Around Town March 13

Pollinator initiative at Brinton Run

Photo of the Week: White Water, Black Rock

Longwood Reimagined almost ready

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 23, 2024

It's been more than three years since work started, but Longwood Reimagined is about top open to the public.

The $250 million Longwood Reimagined project is a month away from being finished and open to the public. The opening is scheduled for Nov. 22, which coincides with this year’s A Longwood Christmas. Members of the media had the opportunity to take a press tour of the work leading up to next month’s official opening. In a nutshell, there are six new buildings, a renovation…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 23, 2024

As anticipated, directors of the Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board voted to approve changes for three elementary schools, changes deemed necessary for all-day kindergarten. The board approved indoor building improvements to support the full-day kindergarten at Chadds Ford and Hillendale elementary schools for $25,425, and outdoor changes at CFES and Unionville Elementary for $33,215. There was little discussion since the matter had been discussed several times…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on October 23, 2024

Kennett Square Police Department • A female juvenile was charged with simple assault, harassment, and disorderly conduct following an altercation, during which she struck a female subject in the face, causing a minor laceration and contusion to her right cheek. The incident occurred on Sept. 12, at approximately 2:46 p.m., in the 100 block of E. South Street. • Police said Inael Roblero-Lopez, 24, of…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 22, 2024

The Chadds Ford Zoning Hearing Board granted temporary approval for David Dodge to park overflow inventory cars at the former Bunch Auction House. Zoning board members voted unanimously on Oct. 22 based on testimony given a month earlier. During the September hearing, Leah Kordeck, the controller for the dealership, said David Dodge has 900 cars in inventory, but only 385 parking spaces at its Route…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 22, 2024

Reflections of Fall

Rippling waters reflect the lingering green amid the oranges and yellows of early autumn.

Posted by Press Release on October 21, 2024

PennDOT has announced today 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. This collective effort, part of a statewide mobilization running through Nov. 10, is aimed at reducing the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities on our area roadways, ensuring your safety on the road.…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on October 21, 2024

Read more about the article Adopt-a-Pet Oct. 21

The following animals are ready to be adopted from the Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester. Duke A shelter is no place for a senior dog. Meet Duke, an 8-year-old who’s looking for a soft place to land. Could that be with you and your calm dogs? Come meet him today! You can name your adoption fee for Duke through Sunday, Oct. 27. Star Scream…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 19, 2024

Read more about the article Politicians address SCCCC

Politicians speak to members of. the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce at the chamber's annual luncheon at the Mendenhall Inn on Oct. 17.

Politicians — incumbents and challengers — addressed members of the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce during the chamber’s annual luncheon. Each speaker was limited to five minutes.Some, such as Elizabeth Moro who’s challenging state Rep. Craig Williams, and Christian Luna, challenging state Rep. John Lawrence, were invited but did not attend. Moro and Luna are both Democrats. Other politicians, state Sen. John Kane, stayed…

Posted by Betsy Price on October 18, 2024

Read more about the article BRM marks major renovation

Illuminated dancers were part of the fun at Thursday night’s opening of the Brandywine Museum of Art’s new courtyard entrance.

About 250 people gathered Thursday night in the Brandywine Museum of Art’s new courtyard to celebrate the supermoon and a museum milestone. The Enchanted Courtyard by the Light of the Moon party came three years after the last bits of Hurricane Ida caused the Brandywine River to rise almost 20 feet in hours on Sept. 2, 2021. It left the museum dealing with $30 million…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 18, 2024

Read more about the article The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024

The werewolf of Chadds Ford, carved by Matt Hrin.

The Great Pumpkin Carve may be the largest fundraiser for the Chadds Ford Historical Society, but for carvers and attendees, it’s fun — along with some artistry. This year’s opening night crowd was one of the largest for opening nights since the society took over the event in 1991. Sandi Johnson, the society’s director of operations, estimated 3,500 people came through Thursday night. That’s about…

Posted by Maria Novak Dugan on October 18, 2024

Imagine you are at a show or concert. You receive a simple text message. It’s from a nearby store offering a discount on show merchandise with your ticket stub. You glance at the text, smile, and decide to redeem the discount after the show. The message was quick, personal and timely. What Is SMS Marketing? SMS marketing, short for Short Message Service marketing, is a…