Sappey joins fellow Dems in passing bills designed to enact ACA into state law
By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
State Rep. Christina Sappey recently joined 100 of her fellow House Democrats and a handful of Republicans in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in passing four bills designed to write key tenets of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into state law. These bills – which are now headed to the
Pennsylvania Senate for consideration - serve as a protective measure against the Trump administration’s threats to dismantle the ACA at the federal level, and if passed, would ensure the continuation of the following protections:
• Health Insurance
Preventive Services Coverage Act: Requires health insurance policies to cover preventive health care services without
Serving,
cost-sharing;
• Health Insurance
Protections Against Limitations Act: Stops insurance executives from capping coverage for essential benefits;
• Health Insurance for Young Adults Act: Makes sure parents can keep their children insured until age 26; and
• Health Insurance
Access Protections Act: Protects coverage for preexisting conditions.
“I voted as a member of the House Insurance Committee and on the House floor to move these measures forward because it’s vitally important to my constituents to protect these provisions, particularly protecting coverage of pre-existing conditions,” Sappey wrote in an email to the Chester County Press “Going back to when I first ran for office, affordable, accessible healthcare has been extremely important
Inspiring and Loving Others:
SILO aims to support Oxfordians in challenging times
By Gabbie Burton Contributing Writer
In a close-knit community, sometimes it may feel as if you always have your finger on the pulse. You know what’s happening and the who, where and when of whatever news occurs through town. Unfortunately, that may not always be the case. You may not be aware of who goes without a warm meal every night or who doesn’t have a house or even a bed to call their own. However, SILO in Oxford makes a point not
Courtesy photos SILO’s community garden had an average of 107 visitors each month and grew and gave away 1,500 pounds of food last year.
to residents in our area. I’ve continued to hear that over and over again, so I will always fight to protect this right.”
Signed into law in March 2010 by President Barack Obama, the ACA was designed to expand healthcare to millions of
Americans – which at the time the health reform was introduced, included nearly 50 million uninsured people – or one out of every six Americans. It created Medicaid eligibility, developed health insurance exchange for members,
Brandywine Hills Point to Point draws youth to varied race
By Chris Barber Contributing Writer
When horse racing season rolls around to the Delaware Valley every spring, it brings with it several months of weekend events called “point to points” and “steeplechases.” Last Sunday, the Brandywine Hills Point
to Point came back to the Myrick Center in Pocopson Township for the 82nd time.
In keeping with the recent traditions by the sponsoring Brandywine Red Clay Alliance, the event offered much more than a series of horse races over scenic country landscapes to the finish line.
In fact, about half of the activities in its 2025 return included events and fun for youth in addition to its passionately sought adult races.
Shortly after the gates opened at 11 a.m., children’s activities began in the garden area. Beginning at noon, the next two hours of the event was dedicated
events
to children and infants.
“I think the reason we get so many people coming is because the youth activities that are included.
That’s a big part of our purpose,” Brandywine Red Clay Executive Director Jim Jordan said.
Several pony races for young riders followed, and then the lighthearted con-
On view at the Kennett Library through April 30
tests for the very young took place with the landline and bouncy horse events. These early pony races included riders under 16 years of age and covered shorter distances. Like their adult counterparts, the winners received trophies and the “Best Turned Out” recognition.
New gallery exhibit celebrates ‘The Artist’
Caroline Roosevelt Contributing Writer
With its magnificent upgrades and available spaces, the new Kennett Library has established itself as a new locale for inspired art exhibitions. Portrait photographer turned curator, Jie
Deng unveiled an exhibition on April 3 at the library called “The Artist” that combines the work of six artists, each of whom added a portrait of them taken by Deng to their respective submissions.
Located at the library’s
Photo by Richard L. Gaw Kennett Library Trustee Dr. Will Majerian and his wife, Lynn were in attendance at the Kennett Library’s Starlight Soirée on April 4. The event included a live auction, live music,
stargazing at the Melton Terrace.
Photo by Richard L. Gaw
Photographer Jie Deng, center, served as the curator for “The Artist,” a new gallery show at the Kennett Library that features the work of six artists. Pictured at the show’s April 3 opening were, from left, gallery
opening musician Alexandra Kay March, Jill Beech, Samara Weaver, Deng, Lauren E. Peters, Rebecca Adler and
coordinator
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“Best Turned Out” includes the grooming of the pony as well as the appearance/garb of the rider.
Many of the youngsters were exquisitely dressed in fancy horse-racing attire.
Then the fun began.
The landline race was for the very youngest children who were placed atop a horse or pony and the parents (or other adult relatives) led them a short distance down the stretch.
The next four children’s races were called “Bouncy Pony Races.”
Children were offered inflated little horse toys and given the challenge of racing them to a finish line. There was giggling
The fun was capped off by a visit from the foxhounds of the Radnor Hunt. The foxhounds came barking in with wagging tails, and they greeted the spectators along the side of the track.
By 2 p.m., the adult races followed with timber races over fences on a 3-mile course with 17 jumps. They included the Side Saddle, Open, Novice, Amateur Apprentice and Ladies races. The Ladies and Amateur Apprentice races were combined to include just five competitors. The races were ensconced on the sidelines by tailgaters who parked along the race course and brought food, sometimes exotic and
beautifully laid out.
The tradition of races among riders who ordinarily gather for fox-hunting throughout the year came along the better part of a century ago, according to the local legends, when one challenged another to see which horse was faster from one farm to another.
The other springtime horse racing events in the area include the Radnor Hunt, Winterthur Point to Point, the Cheshire Races, the Willowdale Steeplechase and Mount Harmon Wicomico in Cecil County, Md.
Proceeds from the annual Brandywine Valley Pointto-Point races go to the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance to help them fulfill the mission of promoting and preserving the
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gallery space, the exhibit features original art by Rebecca Adler, Katee Boyle, Jill Beach, Samara Weaver, C.C. Czerwinski and Lauren E. Peters and will run through April 30.
Visitors may recognize some of the artists from Jie’s first foray into curating, “Hue of Memories,” which she unveiled at Centerville’s Shish Interiors back in November of 2024.
Delaware born and now based on New York City, Czerwinski is a new addition to this exhibition and
brings an audio and film component to the show.
I popped into the opening night reception for “The Artist” and immediately stumbled upon Adler, who was closing a sale on one of her brightly colored figurative paintings. Her work is an ongoing series from her “Embrace” collection that portrays women embracing themselves in various poses that express self-love and female strength.
As I walked along the far wall leading the viewer from the lobby of the library to the side entrance of the auditorium, I enjoyed the gradation of color from
Chester County Sheriff’s Office apprehends fugitive
On Thursday, March 28, the Chester County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Apprehension Unit (FAU), in coordination with the K-9 Unit, apprehended Wendell Cortlessa, a 20-year-old male, at a residence on Cupola Road in Honey Brook Township.
Cortlessa was wanted on an active bench warrant after failing to appear for trial. The underlying charges include aggravated assault of an unborn child, which is a felony of the first degree.
This arrest highlights the Sheriff’s Office’s ongoing commitment to protecting the public and professionally apprehending individuals with active warrants throughout Chester County.
“I’m proud of our team for their work in making this arrest safely and professionally. It reflects our ongoing commitment to public safety and our determination to bring dangerous individuals to justice,” said Chester County Sheriff Kevin Dykes.
vibrant to the more muted. Deng explained that this was the intention of the order of exhibits, leading the viewer from the rainbow of color in Adler’s work to the more subdued pieces which abound in Beech’s work.
In between, Weaver’s elegant 3-D mixed media paper sculptures in rich purples and blues pour out beyond the frame, inviting the viewer into her space.
Lauren E. Peters’ bright and playful self-portraits incorporate the theatrical, as each piece focuses on a faceless pose of the artist featured in a different brightly colored wig. The portraits play nicely with the portrait photograph Deng produced of her, displaying the artist in her workspace, complimented by a mirror and multiple self-portraits included in the background.
“I took Lauren’s portrait in her studio, and I saw that she was working on a mural,” Deng said. “I said, ‘Oh, you’re doing a selfportrait. Maybe we should try it this way.’ Lauren provided different characters for each piece, and they all became new works for the show.”
Katee Boyle, whose dichotomic interpretation of feminine identity often pours itself into life size pieces, has produced delicate gossamer miniature resin doll clothing hanging from thin wire hangers. The
resin provides a translucent element that allows each piece to glow.
Deng’s portrait of Boyle looks like it could have easily graced the pages of Vogue. Between the two artists, they dangled books from branches of a large tree in the yard around Scarlett Forge (the artist’s studio) as Boyle, striking a statuesque pose, stands in front of and underneath them.
Czerwinski provided a full multimedia story which felt like a visual memoir into her time in France. Her abstract muted paintings are accompanied by a short film and audio of the artist recounting her childhood experiences and first forays into art as a child. The film, produced to replicate
the grainy, nostalgic home videos found in the basement, lead us on a visual landscape journey and the audio ends with a universal memory - of dogs barking in the distance - as though one is standing in a field not far from her childhood.
Finally, Beach’s portrait by Deng is flanked by two pieces that showcase the start and end point of her artistic range. The first piece is a heavy metal mask, while the second piece is a thin white sculpture reminiscent of honeycomb.
With artists describing their work to curious onlookers, and appreciators of the show coming up to Deng to compliment her on her vision, opening night at “The Artist” served to gen-
erate the buzz that will hum all through this exhibit’s life at the Kennett Library. Of course, a coveted red dot had already been slapped on one of the labels of Adler’s pieces, and if the energy from the opening night is any indication of its success, I’m sure more red dots for other artists will follow. With two successful exhibitions under her belt as a contributor and head curator, Deng is planning to collaborate with John Baker, head of the West Chester Arts Association, on an upcoming exhibition. For now, though, I encourage you to take in the beautiful journey that is Jie Deng’s current vision – achieved in collaboration with six other artists.
Rebecca Adler
Samara Weaver
All photos by Chris Barber
Horses and riders vault the stone wall near the sunflower garden. natural resources of the Brandywine Valley. The Brandywine Red Clay Alliance sponsors an annual creek-side cleanup, a trout rodeo, summer camps and a variety of environmental education projects.
Many spectators offer exotic snacks as tailgate refreshments.
The pony races for youth kick off an afternoon of competition.
Very young children are led by their parents after being placed on top of horses.
Hounds from the Radnor Hunt pay a visit to the Point to Point.
Young children compete in the bouncy plastic horse race.
Guest Column
Keeping the Red Clay clean
The Chester County Press recently reported about the diligent efforts of hundreds of volunteers who helped out at the annual Red Clay Cleanup.
The Brandywine Red Clay Alliance organizes the cleanup of the Red Clay Creek in areas around Anson B. Nixon Park, Walnut Street, and East South Street in Kennett Square and near the Ashland Nature Center in Hockessin, Del. This year, approximately 70 cubic yards of trash was collected and removed by high school students, Boy Scouts from Troop 22 of Kennett Square, members of the Garage Youth and Community Center, and more volunteers from other organizations and small businesses in the community.
These volunteers removed countless bottles and cans, hundreds of tires, broken glass, and a bicycle that was submerged in the water.
The Red Clay Creek is a 12.7-mile-long tributary of the White Clay Creek, which is a tremendous resource for residents in Pennsylvania and Delaware. The White Clay Creek is an 18.5-mile-long tributary of the Christina River that flows in southern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware. Kudos to everyone involved with the effort to keep the Red Clay Creek and the surrounding areas clean.
A reminder, Part 1
May 7 is the start of federal REAL ID enforcement and Pennsylvania officials recently offered a reminder to residents that they should prepare now to ensure that they can fly domestically without disruptions. Getting a REAL ID is optional in Pennsylvania, but beginning on May 7, travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or ID card, or another form of federally-acceptable identification, such as a valid passport or military ID, to board a domestic commercial flight, and enter a military base or other federal facilities that require ID at the door. More than 2.6 million Pennsylvanians have already gotten a REAL ID driver’s license or ID card since they became available in the state in 2019.
For a full list of driver license centers, REAL ID Centers, and services offered, please visit the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services website and click on “find a location.”
For more information on REAL ID, visit PennDOT’s REAL ID website at www.pa.gov/agencies/dmv/driver-services/real-id.html.
A reminder, Part 2
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. In Pennsylvania, a new law aimed at reducing the use of handheld cell phones while motorists are driving will soon go into effect.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 37 into law on June 5, 2024. Effective June 5, 2025, the law, which is known as Paul Miller’s Law, prohibits the use of hand-held devices while driving, even while stopped temporarily due to traffic, a red light, or other momentary delay. Pennsylvania is the 29th state in the nation to ban distracted driving.
Paul Miller’s Law prohibits any driver from using a handheld cell phone while driving a motor vehicle. Drivers can still use their phones to alert emergency responders and, if they are using hands-free technology, to make phone calls, use a GPS, and listen to music. Pennsylvania already enforces a texting-while-driving ban that prohibits drivers from using mobile devices to send, read, or write text-based communications while their vehicle is in motion.
The law is named for Paul Miller Jr., who was tragically killed in a crash with a tractor trailer in Monroe County in 2010 as the result of a distracted driver who reached for their phone while driving. Since Paul’s death, Eileen Miller has become a national advocate for stronger laws to curb distracted driving.
According to officials, driver behavior is the leading factor in 83 percent of the approximately 1,100 fatal crashes that occur annually on Pennsylvania roadways. These behaviors include driving distracted, impaired, or aggressively. These behaviors are avoidable and so are the accidents. During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, it’s a good time for a reminder not to drive while distracted.
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By Winden Rowe
longer use in science
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While I was genuinely enthusiastic about the Trump administration’s promise to dismantle censorship, particularly in the vital field of psychedelic-assisted therapies, I’m now deeply troubled by the potential chilling effect of certain DEI initiatives. Reports are surfacing that within crucial federal departments like NASA and the NSF, well-intentioned language guidelines are being wielded in a way that could stifle critical research.
As a trauma therapist with
12 years of experience, I’m especially alarmed by the implications for trauma research. Imagine: vital studies aimed at alleviating the suffering of sexual assault survivors potentially blocked because of language choices. This isn’t theoretical; it’s a real threat to our ability to heal those who have endured unimaginable pain. Trauma, in its cruelest irony, is utterly indiscriminate. How can we, in good conscience, allow this initiative to impede our ability to address such a fundamental human experience? We must not allow these changes to sacrifice the pursuit of knowledge.
Eventually, all humans suffer and deserve liberation from suffering. Without these efforts within our culture, we impact generations to come. We urgently need clear, transparent guidelines that foster understanding, not fear, and allow for the complex, nuanced discussions that sensitive topics demand. We need to do better. Winden Rowe, MS, NCC, LPC, is the Director of The Center for Change at Kennett Square, where she and her colleagues work with individuals, couples, families and organizations.
The Ringing Announcement of Spring
By Marie-Louise Meyers
Spring is the orchestrator of our newly launched mood, a vibrant fantasia in the meadow and woods with splashes and dashes that soon connect, purple crocuses in your flowerbeds and and daffodils overcome with pride racing to decorate lawns and running rapids to settle down on a creek bed after a ride of their lives. You hardly know where they will “pop up” next while golden goblets mirror the beauty and opulence of spring.
Every inch of soil at Longwood is dedicated to spring’s flower-essence.
Find daffodils in profusion, columbine and poppies added on the Flower Garden Walk, disarming and charming as each has a different color variation to wonder about their origin, but a testimony to the profoundness of Nature’s alluring and newly launched beauty. Enter the East Conservatory to find the Snow Globe of Winter replaced by a free-flowing fountain surrounded by an auspicious display of hybrid Cineraria.
Heedless of wind and weather in the hallowed Conservatory, you will witness Spring’s re-enactment all over the world ringing out in Blue Poppies, vivid and dynamic reigning supreme as if a dream world come to life; even variations with poppy-flowered anemones while baskets of hyacinth arrangements abound hanging from the ceiling. No accolades needed when perfume abounds. What touches off the signal even in dark stretches of wood, blood root bows to the everlightening mood with the earth warming; step carefully for tiny orchises of every ilk from subdued white and yellow to the deepest purple
hue as well as vivid blue colorations. Ever greening are the dramatic trees we believe in ever enlightening with their profound roots subject to the care induced. We want Nature to keep performing its magic giving us the centerfold we adore to explore, so let’s keep the door forever open, reduce our use of pesticides and herbicides keeping its allure, its profound secret alive as Nature continues to give its ever-brightening and uplifting aspect as long as it receives nourishment and care and is not under attack.
All the shadowy forms reborn green in spring winds rifling within a hair’s breath of winter, but never sink in, the sun won’t let it with its morning chores, awakening the earth with blankets of daffodils sending chills through our bodies and minds with unimaginable goblets of gold to behold reviving wood duck, their stutter steps, their landing site, the pond, the geese from beyond who try to land when a fake alligator staked out takes them by surprise. No longer do we hear just cheater cheater vibes, Carolina Wren, but see a Baltimore Oriole’s winged flight surprised by a blue bird who tranquilizes while we spin circlets of daisies around our neck like a conquest over the winter mood. Fresh air to breathe even at the contagion hospital like Bonnie Burns for TB where once they lined up on cots on an open porch with coverlets of down by choice.
So much suffrage that goes
through an artist’s brush, but it can be reduced to a sublime touch in spring.
One Day You Take on Spring!
It’s as though one day you’re walking through the Valley of Death entering a ferocious wind tunnel until you reach the other side where Someone has taken a dust rag and spruced up the fields and stained an effervescent spray over the landscape, and dotted the trees until they could bear no more impetus to green, the recumbent mystery given both testament and strategy with the sun showering blessings, and the rain promising growth.
Sometime it comes in waves as if only the top is persuaded sometimes it takes root in the song bird’s wavering route.
There are streaks of gold to behold, daffodils manifold. mauve and purple firing from atop a prominence. You hesitate to break the intricately woven seal over the hung-over garden, an ordeal that surrounds you while your head is already thrumming with ideas which keep coming until your hands generate reborn activity to impress seeds in the freshly dug and composted earth.
Inhibitions removed over winter’s frozen solitude with seeds placed strategically in picture perfect rows while you hold them close to your vest while the sun and rain broadcast their refrain throughout your garden of ideas waiting patiently to germinate until fruition occurs. Undeterred by negative
thought waves that come over you, as if embroiled with the soil, finding comfort in your connection instead.
A moment of communion as if sky and earth in a perfect union of rebirth. At first unknowable, nothing truly distinguishable in the clutches of Nature, neither shape nor size, an unfathomable mystery we must abide until it takes a form everyone can decipher and understand as if reborn. It is contagious even in the haze of the day, even those who can’t employ hands because of heart stopping beats, sit back and watch as my husband once did taking on the whole of my daughter’s consummate soul, while i meander and flounder with words with so little control.
Spring is captured in a colorful brush effectively erasing Winter’s leavings touching meadows and lawns, thought-provoking messages reborn. Starved for the thrilling and trilling of bird song. A nudge to wildlife when animals reappear from darkened holes into passageways of pulsing light. How the creek genuflects in the awakening sun dropping waves of colorful daffodils on the run. Spring’s flower-essence all over the ground, best if naturally ordained or given a humous boost, not strained or chained with herbicides or pesticides. How the creek genuflects in the awakening un, dropping waves of daffodils on the run. In the mood?
The continuing musical journey of Steve Forbert
By Caroline Roosevelt Contributing Writer
Through thick and thin, America can always depend on its rich tradition of folk music or to provide a much-needed salve on the aches of everyday life, and I say this as some of us may be feeling a little achier than usual in recent months. In a country that has brought about greats such as Pete Seeger, Woody and Arlo Guthrie, Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Tom Waits and Joan Baez - all of whom crafted rich stories of universal appeal – their songs remain anthems of inspiration, and soundtracks that honor the continuing tradition of American storytellers.
For the past 50 years, Steve Forbert can proudly attach his name to that coveted list, and on April 11 – the start of a ninecity tour – he will bring his weighty catalog to The Kennett Flash, accompanied by keyboardist Rob Clores, who has played with The Black Crowes, Spin Doctors, and Enrique Iglesias. Forbert and Clores have been playing together since they met during the production of Forbert’s album Early Morning Rain
After a few games of phone tag between us, I spoke with Forbert from my car, while the veteran singer-songwriter was walking his dogs in Asbury Park, N.J.
Legendary musician to play The Kennett Flash on April 11
Caroline Roosevelt: Every musician has a beginning to their career. Describe the journey of Steve Forbert.
Steve Forbert: I left Mississippi in 1976 and went to Greenwich Village, and I did everything I could to get in front of people. I played the so-called folk scene at the time, which was Folk City and Kenny’s Castaways and The Bitter End (which was called The Other End at that time). I tried to see what would happen if I went over to CBGBs and they liked what I was doing. I wound up opening some shows for Talking Heads when they were a trio.
Then you put out your first record.
Yes, in 1978, I put out Alive on Arrival. Then Jackrabbit Slim . I’ve released 21 albums of original material since then.
In 1979, you hit the Top 20 with “Romeo’s Tune” which was on Jack Rabbit Slim.
Yes, we almost hit the Top 10. I think we were number 11. Things must have picked up quickly. It sounds like a whirlwind!
Well, that’s right! I actually wrote a memoir, Big City Cat, which came out in 2018. I’ll have those at the show. It’s all in there - when you’re just getting started things are usually pretty colorful.
Once “Romeo’s Tune” hit the charts, it led Forbert all over the world, landing in Japan in 1980. Although Forbert downplays being described as “the next Dylan” by The Village Voice , the comparison remains. His rich storytelling, sometimes layered with piano, percussion, and the full band production, or pared down, always keeps some trademark flare. However, with a buoyant pep-in-its-step, I would argue that Forbert picked up some optimism where Bob Dylan left off.
So what was it like performing Americana music in Japan?
Well, the Americana term came around in the early nineties. Prior to that, it was just American music. It was thought to be maybe
kind of roots music, and it was. It was thought to be what could be called folk rock at the time. It was accepted all over the world. People didn’t have any reason to put it in a box and say that they were unable to relate to it. It was appealing all over the world. It still is.
In 1985, Forbert moved to Nashville. Surrounded by country chart toppers like Mary Chapin Carpenter, Steve Earl and Roseanne Cash, Forbert enjoyed working and living in the Mecca of country music and married and raised three children in the area. He moved to Asbury Park in 2017 and throughout this time continued to produce original music. Forbert produced a cover album called Early Morning Rain,
the title of which serves as a homage to Gordon Lightfoot, in 2020.
What inspired you to record a cover album?
After all those decades of putting out records, I decided I wanted to move ahead and do a cover album. Most everybody does a cover album at some point. They record some of their favorite songs by other people. David Bowie did it with Pin Ups, Shawn Colvin had Covergirl. It took me decades when I finally wanted to do something like that. I really cared about the songs I picked
including “Your Song” by Elton John and Bernie Taupin, and “Supersonic Rocketship” by The Kinks. I also cover some Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan. The Kennett Flash will present “An Evening with Steve Forbert” April 11 beginning at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets for the event can be purchased by visiting https:// kennettflash.org/event/ steve-forbert/kennett-flash/ kennett-square-pennsylvania/. To learn more about Steve Forbert and see his current music videos, visit www.steveforbert.com.
Second annual event supports the library’s innovative programs and operations Kennett Library celebrates Starlight Soirée
By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
Admittedly, the overcast skies above the Melton Terrace at the Kennett Library last Friday evening prevented the library’s second annual Starlight Soirée from showcasing the twinkling constellations to those who wanted to enjoy them. Nonetheless, the library’s two floors proved to be entertaining enough for the more than 200 guests who attended. The event included a silent auction of unique experiences, live music and dancing with a special appearance by the Kennett Symphony, food by Serock Catering, wine from Wayvine Winery
& Vineyard, beer from Victory Brewing Company and makerspace activities.
The second annual Starlight Soirée was sponsored by presenting sponsor Union Street Financial lead sponsor Caroline Mange, silver sponsor Arthur Hall Insurance and bronze sponsors Chuck Peipher and Chadds Ford Complete Services.
The event directly supports the library’s innovative programs and essential operations, ensuring that the Kennett Library remains a vibrant hub for learning, creativity, and community growth.
To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercountycom.
Photo by Marcus Maddox
The Kennett Flash will present “An Evening with Steve Forbert” on April 11. The legendary musician will perform selections from his more than 20 produced albums.
Courtesy photo
Soon after arriving in New York City in the late 1970s, Forbert earned creative comparisons to Bob Dylan as a singer-songwriter.
Photos by Richard L. Gaw
From left, Joe and Dione Suto joined Michael and Amy Baram for a group photo at the start of the second annual Starlight Soirée at the Kennett Library on April 4.
James Wilson and his fiancée Laura DiFrancesco enjoyed the early evening on the Melton Terrace.
From left, TJ Kretschmaier, Nicole Mieritz, Jon Mieritz and Jason Russell mix and mingle at the event.
From left, Alana Kretschmaier, Amy Weaver and Michele Muldoon-Dotto share each other's company.
Newly engaged couple Eric Hilbert and Lani Panico were all smiles at the event.
From left, Caroline Mange, Sue Gordon and Kathy Cornette, all arrived from the Brittany Hills development.
JOHN SCOTT PIERCE
John Scott “Jack” Pierce, a 61-yearold San Francisco native, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
Jack was a devoted husband to Viola Corinne Singh Pierce, and they had been married for 32 wonderful years. He was born in Newtown Square, Pa., to the late Clifford and Sarah Ann Hover Pierce.
Jack was a huge sports fan, especially of the San Francisco Giants and 49ers. He had season tickets and spent countless days and nights enjoying the games, munching on hot dogs and sipping beer. He also loved playing golf, going for runs, and relaxing on the beach. Jack was loved by all the friends he made in San Francisco, and he’ll leave a huge hole in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Jack will be remembered by his loving wife, Viola, his brother, Coop Pierce, and his sister, Joannie Pierce.
A funeral service to celebrate Jack’s life was held on April 4 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford.
Interment will take place in Oxford Cemetery.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford.
Alleluia
When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears, and rescues them from all their troubles. Psalm 34:17
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SANDRA L STUART
Sandra L. Stuart, a resident of Oxford, passed away on March 8, 2025 while at home. She was 80. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late William and Margaret Raisen Embick. She was employed as a resident manager for Devereux Advanced Behavior Health in Villanova, Pa. She loved her Lord and Savior, family and friends. She enjoyed entertaining, cooking and gardening.
She is survived by two children, Trent Stuart of Colorado (Jen) and Marilyn Wardle of Tarpan Springs, Fla., three grandchildren, Janelle Weesner (Justin), Joseph Gumpper (Kirsten) and Grace Wardle, and five great-grandchildren, Laila, Damien, Elijah, Wyatt and Raegan.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Billy, and two sisters, Annie and Carol.
Services will be private.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. (www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com) in Oxford.
TED ANDREWS
Ted Andrews, a beloved father, spouse, father-in-law, and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on March 22, 2025. He was 93. He entered this world on May 6, 1931 in Wilmington, Del. He was born to Mary Andrews. He is survived by his wife, Doris Andrews, a son, Ted Andrews Jr. (Debby), a daughter, Sheryl Bostwick (Darryl Meade), and a daughter, Beverly Maxwell.
Ted’s family was his most valued legacy. Ted was blessed to spend 75 years with the love of his life, Doris Andrews. Raised by a single mother without any siblings, Ted always wanted a family. Together, they had three children, 11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Ted worked for Wawa for 42 years from 1955 to 1997. He started out on the milk truck and retired as head of quality control. He was raised in Springfield, Pa. While attending Springfield High School, Ted received four varsity letters—in football, basketball, track and baseball.
Ted and Doris later moved to Aston, Pa., where they raised their family. They moved to Jenner’s Pond Retirement Community in 2006.
Ted and his wife Doris were founding members of Aston Athletic Association. He coached for Aston Valley Baseball league. He coached football, basketball and baseball teams. He was the President of the Sun Valley High School Band Association. Ted chaperoned many years for Sun Valley High School Band. He was a Eucharistic minister at Saint Joseph’s Church in Aston.
After moving to Jenner’s Pond, Ted did a lot of volunteering and helped out on various committees to assist residents in need.
In lieu of flowers, any donations should be made to Brandywine River Valley Hospice lhcgroup.com/foundation or checks can be mailed to 1011 W. Baltimore Pike, Suite #208, West Grove, Pa. 19390.
Arrangements are being handled by Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory of Kennett Square, Inc. (484-734-8100).
To view Ted’s online obituary and offer condolences, please visit www.griecofunerals.com.
WANDA SUE PRICE
Wanda Sue Price, of New London, passed away on April 1, 2025 at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Del. while surrounded by her family. She was 77. She was the wife of Jerry R. Price, with whom she shared 57 years of marriage. Born in North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Blaine and Ruby Sheets Davis. Wanda owned and operated Suzy’s Zoo Home Day Care in New London until retiring in 2001.
She was a member of the Avon Grove Nazarene Church and led Caravan, a children’s youth group and would babysit at the church. She later became a member of the West Grove Methodist Church.
Children were her passion and she enjoyed visiting her cabin, campfires, crocheting, flowers and spending as much time as possible with her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband; two sons, Rickey Jr. and Thomas (Tammy); three grandchildren, Melissa, James and Amanda Price; four great grandchildren, Brooklynne, Shane, Jr., Addilynne and Kailynn, and three sisters, Mildred Hartman, Juanita (Nick) Leioattes and Shirley Armstrong.
She was preceded in death by a grandson, Arick Thomas Price.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 12 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford, where friends and family may visit from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, Va. 22116-7023.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. (www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com) in Oxford.
NANCY ELLEN SHIVERY COOPER
Nancy Ellen Shivery Cooper, 89, of Oxford, died on March 19, 2025, just 13 days shy of her 90th birthday, following a long and steady decline from dementia.
She was born in West Grove to parents Pauline and Jack Shivery, and Nancy moved to Oxford where she lived the rest of her life surrounded by the beautiful farm country of Southern Chester County—a place she deeply loved and proudly called home.
Nancy aspired to be a librarian, beginning her career in 1953 as a clerk typist at the U.S. Navy Hospital in Bainbridge, Md., and later serving at the Department of the Army’s Crew’s Library at Aberdeen Proving Ground. She also worked on and off for many years as a secretary for Oxford Plumbing & Heating.
In February 1954, Nancy married Harlan Cooper of Oxford. They spent 62 years together and raised four children. Throughout her life, Nancy was the heart and foundation of her family—a steady, loving and deeply devoted force that shaped several generations.
Nancy was a lifelong and dedicated member of Oxford United Methodist Church where she joyfully served in many roles: church secretary, choir member for nearly sixty years, Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher, and an active member of the United Methodist Women’s Group. She helped organize church luncheons, participated in the beloved Easter egg fundraiser, and tended faithfully to the church library for many years—a quiet and meaningful contribution that reflected her deep love of learning and service. She was also part of the church’s prayer chain, always wanting to lift up others in times of need.
Nancy was known for her creativity and adept handiwork. She was an exceptional seamstress and needleworker, making many of her own and her children’s clothes, as well as drapes, furniture coverings and decorative linens that brought warmth and character to her home and the community. She was a prolific canner, particularly of tomatoes, and an avid reader, always curious and always learning. Later in life, she took pride in mastering the iPad—her “Google Machine”—and spent hours researching topics on Wikipedia and keeping in touch with family, her “chicks,” on their shared text stream.
Nancy was known for her beloved potato salad, often found on the table at church picnics and family gatherings. (The secret ingredient? Miracle Whip—but shhhh, don’t tell.) She adored desserts—especially anything lemon-flavored—and had a soft spot for Dum-Dums lollipops. She loved flowers, especially yellow roses, daffodils and purple irises, and took joy in watching bluebirds, martins, hummingbirds and finches flutter outside her windows.
To her children, she was “Mom.” To her grandsons, she was their cherished “Nana.” And to extended family and friends, she was warmly known as “Aunt Nancy.”
Nearly everyone who met Nancy said the same thing: “She was the kindest, nicest person I’ve ever met.” Her gentleness was a quiet strength, offered through a lifetime of care, humility and grace.
Nancy is survived by her sister, Sandra Souder, Oxford, and her four children, Linda Cooper of Newark, Del., Jon Cooper and his husband Ron Bacon of San Francisco, Calif., Glenn Cooper and his wife Tracy Cooper of Elkton, Md., and Ellen Cooper of Durham, N.C.. She is also survived by three grandsons, Chadwick Boyd of New York, N.Y., Bryce Cooper of Pittsburgh and Cole Cooper of Port Deposit, Md.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. followed by a celebration of life service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 at Oxford United Methodist Church at 18 Addison Street in Oxford. A luncheon will follow at noon in the church’s Fellowship Hall.
Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., (www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com) in Oxford.
Kathy Reynolds Pratt, 78, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025 after a long, hard-fought battle with kidney failure. She was a true warrior who never gave up hope and lived her life to the fullest despite her recent health problems. She called herself the “Lucky Duck” as she came back from the brink so many times that she would make cats wish they had more than nine lives.
Born in West Chester on October 15, 1946, she was raised in Washington, D.C., Richmond, Va., and Malvern. Kathy graduated from Great Valley High School in 1964. In high school, she was a cheerleader and was crowned Sports Regalia Queen. She attended West Chester State College.
In 1977, she met Richard Pratt, the love of her life. They married in 1979 in the Outer Banks, one of her favorite vacation spots. In 1984 and 1985, Kathy was instrumental in starting the Garden Center and Gift Shop at R-P Nurseries in Kennett Square, where she and Richard built a thriving local business that remains a staple in the community. Her strong work ethic and love of plants helped the business grow continually, as she was fully involved until her recent health issues made it difficult to continue. Her legacy at the Garden Center will last, as everywhere you look, there is a part of Kathy that will remain there.
Wherever Kathy was, a cat wasn’t far behind. She took in as many strays as would show up at the nursery. She
CHARLES L. DADDEZIO
Charles L. Daddezio, 42, of Philadelphia, affectionately known as “Chucky” or “Cee,” passed away on April 3, 2025. Born in Wilmington, Del. in 1983, Chucky was the son of Charles James Daddezio and Linda Sheets Daddezio.
After graduating from Kennett High School, Chucky attended vocational school for small engine repair.
Chucky had an adventurous spirit. He loved to ride fourwheelers, motorcycles and he was an avid skateboarder. He enjoyed going to music festivals and had a vast love of animals. He was the best kind of person to be around. Chucky could light up any room and was the life of every party. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
In addition to his parents, Charles and Linda, Chucky is survived by his sister, Lori Daddezio, his twin nieces, Riley and Madison, as well as his longtime friend, Jenna Horsch.
Services will be private.
To honor Chucky’s love of animals, donations in his name may be made to the Brandywine Valley SPCA at 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, Pa. 19380. Arrangements are being handled by Kuzo Funeral Home of Kennett Square.
To view Chucky’s online tribute and share a message with his family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
JAMES CLIFTON EDGAR
James Clifton Edgar, or “Clee” as he was affectionately known, passed away at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore following a brief but courageous battle with melanoma on March 27, 2025. He was 80. He was the husband of the late Suzanne Barber Edgar, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage. Clee will be deeply missed and always remembered by daughter, Kde Edgar Mayes, her husband Steve, and beloved grandson, Cooper Mayes. In addition, he is survived by a brother-in-law, George Barber (Cindy) a niece, Abby Barber, a brother-in-law, Donn Barber, Jr., and a sister-in-law, Heather Barber (Jean).
Clee was a student in the first class at Upland Country Day School beginning in 1948 and he attended Upland through elementary school. He graduated from St. Mark’s School in Southborough, Mass. and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. At UNC, Clee was a history major and played on the first varsity men’s lacrosse team.
After graduation, Clee returned to Upland as the first alumnus to return to campus as a teacher and coach and continued his affiliation with Upland over the next six decades. In 1968, he founded the boys’ lacrosse program, the first such program in the entire Brandywine Valley. Along with the school’s headmaster, Dr. Cleveland, he coached the first scholastic ice hockey teams in the area in the 1960s, and in 1996, became the first coach of the Girls’ Ice Hockey program at Upland. He also coached many Upland alumni for several years with the UHA program.
From 1984 to 1996, Clee served as the Middle School Head at the Tatnall School in Wilmington, Del. While at Tatnall, Clee coached four Delaware State Championship lacrosse teams and was named to the Delaware Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 2000. The Delaware State Championship Trophy is named the Clee Edgar Cup in honor of Clee’s contribution to the growth of lacrosse in the state of Delaware. Clee was also among the inaugural inductees to the Tatnall Athletics Hall of Fame in 2021.
Clee returned to Upland Country Day School in 1996 as Head of the Upper School. He also taught history and Latin and coached girls’ ice hockey at his alma mater until his retirement. Throughout Clee’s teaching and coaching career, students and athletes across five decades acknowledge the impact that “Mr. Edgar” had on them as students, athletes, and in their future endeavors. Former students and athletes continue to refer to him as the most significant influence in their formative years.
When Clee was not teaching or coaching, he loved the game of golf and played often at Kennett Country Club. He also enjoyed working in the gardens that he and Suzanne had created. However, his favorite activity was spending time with his daughter, Kde, son-in-law, Steve, and grandson Cooper. Clee loved watching Cooper play two of his own favorite sports, golf and ice hockey, in Ohio.
You are invited to visit with Clee’s family and friends from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 5 at the Episcopal Church of the Advent at 401 N. Union St. in Kennett Square. Clee’s life celebration memorial service will follow at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, Kde Edgar Mayes requests that contributions be made to the J. Clifton “Clee” Edgar ‘56 Scholarship Fund at Upland Country Day School at https:// www.givecampus.com/campaigns/39408/donations/new (drop down menu, donors can designate their gift to specific funds and the Clee Edgar Scholarship Fund is among the funds listed) or the Johns Hopkins Cancer Research Fund https://secure. jhu.edu/form/Kimmel (select cancer research).
Arrangements are being handled by the Matthew J Grieco (an Upland Alum) of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory (484-734-8100) of Kennett Square.
To view Clee’s online tribute, and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecofunerals.com.
made sure they were well taken care of, fed, and spayed or neutered. From a young age, she loved singing, playing guitar and generally hamming it up for others. Her sense of humor and positive outlook were a huge part of her personality that made her so loved. She enjoyed spending as much time as she could with Richard at their getaway home on the Chesapeake, where they would sit by the bay, read, and enjoy each other’s company among the beautiful surroundings. She was the best wife, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother her family could have hoped for. She was loved by everyone who met her and will be missed by all that knew her. Kathy was preceded in death by her mother, Jayne Reynolds, her father, William H. Reynolds, and her brother, William H. Reynolds, Jr.
She is survived by Richard Pratt, her loving husband and constant companion of 48 years, her sister, Janice Evans (Bill), her son, Greg DiStefano (Christy), her granddaughters, Ashley and Kayla DiStefano, and four great-grandchildren.
The interment service will be private for the family. A Celebration of Life service took place on April 6 at R-P Nurseries.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Planned Parenthood at www.plannedparenthood.org or to PBS at www.WHYY.org.
Arrangements are being handled by Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. of Kennett Square (484-734-8100).
To view Kathy’s online obituary and leave condolences for the family, please visit www.griecofunerals.com.
KATHY R. PRATT
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Pennsbury Township will hold a Public Hearing at the Pennsbury Township Building, 702 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, on April 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at which time the Board will hear the following matter:
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF CRAIG PATRICK WALSH, DECEASED. Late of East Nottingham Township, Chester County, PA LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to LAUREN DIANE WALSH, EXECUTRIX, 141 Hillside Circle, Lincoln University, PA 19352, Or to her Attorney: ANITA M. D’AMICO
D’AMICO LAW, P.C., 65 S. Third St., Oxford, PA 19363 3p-26-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF Marilyn L. Struzik, late of Oxford Borough, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above-named Marilyn L. Struzik having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make
payment without delay to:
Lorie A. Struzik, Executrix, c/o Attorney: Winifred Moran Sebastian, Esquire Name: Winifred Moran Sebastian, 208 E. Locust St., P.O. Box 381, Oxford, PA 19363, Phone: 610-932-3838 3p-26-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF CHERYL LYNN YEOMAN a/k/a CHERYL L. YEOMAN, DECEASED. Late of Lower Oxford Township, Chester County, PA. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to TRACY M. YEOMAN, EXECUTRIX, 8 Bentley Rd., West Grove, PA 19390, Or to her Attorney: ANITA M. D’AMICO, D’AMICO LAW, P.C., 65 S. Third St., Oxford, PA 19363 4p-2-3t NOTICE
PENNSBURY TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD
NOTICE is hereby given that the Zoning Hearing Board of
In re: Application of Mary Beaty seeking variances from the 15% maximum lot coverage under Zoning Ordinance Section 162-503, and a twelve-foot variance from the 50-foot rear yard setback requirement under Ordinance Sections 162-503 and 162-2002.A.3.b, and a 2.6 foot variance from the 50foot side yard setback requirement under Ordinance Section 162-2002.A.3.b, and a variance from the 15% maximum disturbance and from the use restrictions for disturbance of severe steep slopes under Ordinance Section 162-1503.B.1.b, all so as to allow the construction of an in-ground swimming pool, coping, patio and pool equipment pad on property located at 12 Penn Drive, West Chester, PA (UPI#64-1-117) in the Township’s R-2 Residential zoning district.
If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend the public meeting scheduled above and require an auxiliary aide, service or other accommodation to participate in the proceedings, please contact Dan Boyle at 610-388-7323 to discuss how Pennsbury Township may best accommodate your needs.
Edward M. Foley, Solicitor Brutscher, Foley, Milliner, Land & Kelly, LLP,213 East State Street,Kennett Square, PA 19348
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NOTICE
PENNSBURY TOWNSHIP
ZONING HEARING BOARD
NOTICE is hereby given that the Zoning Hearing Board of Pennsbury Township will hold a Public Hearing at the Pennsbury Township Building, 702 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, on April 23, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at which time the Board will hear the following matter:
In re: Application of Canlan Builders, LLC seeking special
exceptions and/or variances under Ordinance Section 1505.F from the following Zoning Ordinance Sections: (1) Section 162-1503.E.2 – To allow for disturbance within the zone 1 riparian buffer for the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements; (2) Section 162-1503.E.3 – To allow for disturbance within the zone 2 riparian buffer for the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements; (3) Section 162-1503.E.4.a - To allow for clearing of existing vegetation within both riparian buffer zone 1 and 2 for the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements; (4) Section 162-1503.E.4.b. – To allow soil disturbance by grading, stripping, and other practices within both riparian buffer zone 1 and 2 for the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements; (5) Section 162-1503.E.4.e – To allow structures within both riparian buffer zone 1 and 2 for the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements; (6) Section 162-1503.E.4.h – To allow stormwater conveyance structures and outfalls within both riparian buffer zone 1 and 2 for the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements; (7) Section 162-1503.G – To allow for disturbance within the 50’ wetland margin; all so as to permit the construction of a single family dwelling and associated improvements on property located at 19 Raintree Road, Chadds Ford, PA (UPI No. 64-5-96) in the Township’s R-2 Residential Zoning District. If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend the public meeting scheduled above and require an auxiliary aide, service or other accommodation to participate in the proceedings, please contact Dan Boyle at 610-388-7323 to discuss how Pennsbury Township may best accommodate your needs.
Edward M. Foley, Solicitor Brutscher, Foley, Milliner, Land & Kelly, LLP, 213 East State Street, Kennett Square,
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ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Jerome D. Mealey
Late of Honey Brook , Chester County, PA, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above
Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Sandra Fulmer, Executrix, 2357 Cedar Lane, Secane, PA 19018 . 4p-2-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Kyle John Kimbro, Deceased late of the Borough of Parkesburg, Chester County, PA. Letters of Administration on the above estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons having claims against or indebted to the estate should make claims known or forward payment to Christa Corum, Administrator, 280 Liz Lane, Gap, PA 17527 or to their attorney Jaime W. Goncharoff, Esquire, Law Offices of Jamie W. Goncharoff, 15 West Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380. 4p-2-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
Charles E. Peoples, late of Oxford, Chester County, Pennsylvania 12/6/2024. The Executrix of the Estate is Nancy Zook. All persons having claims or demands against the Estate of said decedent are requested to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Nancy Zook c/o George S. Donze, Esquire, Donze & Donze, 696 Unionville Road, Suite 6, Kennett Square, PA 19348. 4p-2-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF MARY E. GERLACH, DECEASED. Late of New London Township, Chester County, PA, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above
Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to MARY H. DONAHEE, EXECUTRIX, c/o Kathryn A. Meloni, Esq., 117-119 N. Olive St., Media, PA 19063, Or to her Attorney: KATHRYN A. MELONI, LAW OFFICE OF KATHRYN A. MELONI, P.C., 117-119 N. Olive St., Media, PA 19063 4p-9-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF John J. McGrath III, LATE OF Kennett Square, Chester County, PA. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above
Estate have been granted to Edward N. McGrath Jr., Executor, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Edward N. McGrath Jr. C/O George Donze, Esquire, Donze and Donze, 696 Unionville Rd., Suite 6, Kennett Square, PA
19348
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ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Christine Lynn Landis Late of Avondale, Chester County, PA, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Lisa M. Komnik, 161 N. Prospect Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772, Executrix, Or Attorney: James J. Gallagher, II, Esquire, Morris James LLP, P.O. Box 2306, Wilmington, DE 19899-2306. 4p-9-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Peter Hinkleman, a/k/a Peter G. Hinkleman, Westtown Township, Chester County, PA, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Linda Hinkleman, Executrix, C/O Attorney: Charice Chait, Peckman Chait LLP, 29 Mainland Dr., Suite1, Harleysville, PA 19438 4p-9-3t
NOTICE OF PETITION TO CHANGE NAME IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, Chester County, PA, CIVIL ACTION-NAME CHANGE, CASE NO. 202502120-nc IN RE: THE MATTER OF PETITION FOR THE CHANGE OF NAME OF: FNU HARNI. NOTICE OF HEARING, AND NOW this March 15 2025, upon consideration of the within petition and upon motion of, FNU HARNI, a hearing is hereby scheduled for June 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm, Court Rm. 11, Chester County Justice Center, 201 West Market Street West Chester, PA 19380, to approve the change of name of FNU HARNI to ANNISYA ARDIANSYAH QUINLAN. 4p-9-1t NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS NAME REGISTRATION Notice is Hereby Given pursuant to the provisions of Act of Assembly, No. 295 Office of the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, an application for the conduct of a business in Chester County, Pennsylvania under the assumed or fictitious name, style or designation of Chasa Tours with its principal place of business at 2412 Barker Circle West Chester Pa 19380 . The names and addresses of the persons owning or interested in said business is/are Said Ait Alla, 2412 Barker Circle West Chester Pa 19380. 4p-9-1t
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Trudy K. Dougherty, a/k/a Gertrude K. Dougherty,
Wallace Township, Chester County, PA, LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above
Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Francine M. Wozinski, Executrix, C/O
Attorney: Carl E. Frank, Esquire, Farrell & Frank, 8 West Market Street, Suite 1110, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1115
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Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 25-4-81
Writ of Execution No. 2024-00525
DEBT $163,400.00
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or parcel of land situated in the Londonderry Township, County of Chester, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, being more fully described in Deed dated February 26, 2015 and recorded in the Office of the Chester County Recorder of Deeds on April 23, 2015, in Deed Book Volume 9093 at Page 1153, as Instrument No. 201511402875.
Tax Parcel # 46-2-9.2B
PLAINTIFF: Twist Investments, LLC VS
DEFENDANT: Amy Taylor Rowe
SALE ADDRESS: 13 Keller Road, Cochranville, PA 19330
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
3P-26-3T Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 25-4-84
Writ of Execution No. 2023-02867
DEBT $78,735.73
All that certain piece or parcel or Tract of land situate in New Garden Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, and being known as 9129 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, Pennsylvania 19311. Tax Parcel # 60-6-14
PLAINTIFF: Longbridge Financial, LLC VS DEFENDANT: Jane Mellinger, Known Surviving Heir of Stephen T. Little, Bruce Robinson,
Classifieds/Legals
Known Surviving Heir of Stephen T. Little, John Michael Little, Known Surviving Heir of Stephen T. Little, and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Stephen T. Little
SALE ADDRESS: 9129 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA 19311
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
3P-26-3T
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 25-4-107
Writ of Execution No. 2023-01748
DEBT $209,861.23
ALL THAT CERTAIN tract of ground situate in East Nottingham Township, Chester County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania being Parcel 2 as shown on the minor subdivision plan for property of Melvin R. Ludwig and Grace G. Ludwig, husband and wife, prepared by Franco R. Bellafante, Inc., the said property being more fully bounded and described as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a spike in Township Road 314, at 33 feet wide (known as The Oakes Road), the said spike being an angle point in the easterly line of lands of Claire S. Herr and Robert H. Herr, her husband and the northwesterly corner of Parcel 1 (one) of lands, now or formerly of E. Willard Bailey and Elwood R. Morris, and wife; thence from the said point and place of beginning, along Township Road 314 and the easterly line of lands of Claire S. Herr and Robert H. Herr, her husband , North 01 degree 43 minutes 50 seconds West, 200.00 feet to a point; thence leaving Township Road 314 and leaving the easterly line of lands of Claire S. Herr and Robert H. Herr, her husband, along lands of Melvin R. Ludwig and Grace G. Ludwig, husband and wife, by the following two (2) courses and distances (1) North 88 degrees 16 minutes 10 seconds East, 227.10 feet to an iron pipe and (2) South 01 degree 43 minutes 50 seconds East, 212.76 feet to an iron pipe set in the northerly line of Parcel 1 of lands, now or formerly of E. Willard Bailey and Elwood R. Morris, and wife; thence along the northerly line of Parcel 1 of lands, now or formerly of B. Willard Bailey and Elwood R. Morris and wife, North 88 degrees 30 minutes 50 seconds West, 227.46 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning.
Being the same premises which Louise D. Guss by Deed dated 4/30/2019 and recorded 5/7/2019 in Chester County in Record Book 9920 Page 392 conveyed unto Curtis W. Gill, in fee.
Containing 43,560 square feet of land.
SEIZED IN EXECUTION as the property of Curtis W. Gill on Judgment No. 2023-01748-RC.
UPI # 69-6-6.1
Housing Finance Agency, its successors and assigns VS DEFENDANT: Curtis W. Gill
SALE ADDRESS: 119 Oaks Road, Oxford, Chester County, PA 19363-4014
PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: BARLEY SNYDER 610-288-4712
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
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Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 25-4-112
Writ of Execution No. 2021-01950
DEBT $107,697.27
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or parcel of land situated in the Borough of Avondale, County of Chester, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, being more fully described in Deed dated March 22, 1990 and recorded in the Office of the Chester County Recorder of Deeds on March 26, 1990, in Deed Book Volume 1932 at Page 83.
Tax Parcel # 04-02-0012.050
PLAINTIFF: Hoffy Unlimited, LLC VS DEFENDANT: James H. Norman & Detra A. Brison a/k/a Detra A. Brison-Norman
SALE ADDRESS: 403 Thompson Street, Avondale, PA 19311
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
3P-26-3T
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 25-4-114
Writ of Execution No. 2024-07075
DEBT $330,067.40
CHESTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED ACCORDING TOA FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN FOR WESTERN PARCEL FOR LANDS OF OLD OAK DEVELOPMENT CORP., MADE BY BRANDYWINE VALLEY ENGINEERS, INC., DATED MAY 14, 1991, LAST REVISED MARCH 11, 1992 AND RECORDED ON MAY 5, 1992, AS PLAN NO. 11625, AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT:
Tax Parcel # 59-08-0190.100
PLAINTIFF: U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF THE TRUMAN 2021 SC9 TITLE TRUST C/O NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC VS DEFENDANT: WILLIAM E. HICKS & MELANIE M. HICKS
SALE ADDRESS: 359 Indian Run Road, Avondale, PA 19311
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
3P-26-3T
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 25-4-115 Writ of Execution No. 2016-06126
DEBT $420,656.84
ALL THOSE CERTAIN LOTS OR PIECES OF GROUND SITUATE IN THE TOWNSHIP OF SADSBURY, CHESTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA:
Tax Parcel # 37-04-0115 & 37-04-0116
IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential property
PLAINTIFF: US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST VS
DEFENDANT: JOSEPH J. ZYDINSKY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
SALE ADDRESS: 2085 Valley Road, Parkesburg, PA 19365
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
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Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, May 19, 2025. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
SALE NO. 24-3-85
Writ of Execution No. 2019-10682
DEBT $282,472.75
All that certain piece or parcel or Tract of land situate in the Borough of West Grove, Chester County, Pennsylvania, and being known as 115 Guernsey Road, West Grove, Pennsylvania 19390.
TAX PARCEL NUMBER: 5-328
PLAINTIFF: Longbridge Financial, LLC VS
DEFENDANT: Judy Melendez
Known Surviving Heir of Jean Hoosier A/K/A Jean S. Hoosier, Randy S. Hoosier Known Surviving Heir of Jean Hoosier A/K/A Jean S. Hoosier, Richard E. Hoosier Known Surviving Heir of Jean Hoosier A/K/A Jean S. Hoosier, Ryan Hoosier Known Surviving Heir of Michael Hoosier, Deceased Heir of Jean Hoosier A/K/A Jean S. Hoosier, Nicole Eichelberger aka Nicole A. Bunting Known Surviving Heir of Michael Hoosier, Deceased Heir of Jean Hoosier A/K/A Jean S. Hoosier, and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Jean Hoosier A/K/A Jean S. Hoosier
SALE ADDRESS: 115 Guernsey Road, West Grove, PA 19390
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets.
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ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PIECE OF GROUND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENT THERON ERECTED, SITUATE IN LONDON GROVE TOWNSHIP,
PLAINTIFF: Pennsylvania
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, April 17 th, 2025 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary
Reimagined Strawberry Festival to return to Coatesville June 6-7
The beloved Strawberry Festival is making a muchanticipated return, now reimagined and relocated to the heart of Downtown Coatesville.
The Rotary Club of Coatesville, in partnership with Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance, is bringing this family-friendly tradition back in an exciting new format while continuing its mission to benefit the greater Coatesville community.
The Reimagined Strawberry Festival will take place on June 6 and 7 on Main Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the
business district to welcome the strawberry season. The event, free to attend with pay-as-you-go activities, will be held on Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday, June 7, from noon to 9 p.m.
Festival-goers can expect a mix of nostalgic favorites and new attractions, including games and amusement rides provided by Majestic Midways, a performing arts entertainment area, a strawberry drop zone, and, of course, plenty of delicious strawberry shortcakes. Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance will also feature live entertainment, vendors,
crafts, and a diverse selection of food throughout the downtown area.
“Bringing the Strawberry Festival back is an exciting opportunity to revive a beloved tradition that has been a cornerstone of our community’s summer celebrations for decades,” said Greg Krajewski, president of the Rotary Club of Coatesville. “The Rotary Club of Coatesville, which helped start the festival years ago, was eager to see it continue in a fresh and meaningful way.
Through collaboration with Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance, known for
Chester County High
School Art Exhibition coming to West Chester
From sculptures and oil paintings to colored pencil pieces and photography, nearly 500 works of art will be displayed at the Chester County High School Art Exhibition and PA 6th District Congressional Art Competition. The exhibition will be open to the public and is scheduled to run from Wednesday, April 9 through Tuesday, April 22, at the Chester County Art Association in West Chester.
The exhibition will feature work crafted by high school students from across Chester County. A free, public open house will be held on Thursday, April 10 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Chester County Art Association.
In addition to participation in the Chester County High School Art Exhibition, specific entries will be competing in Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan’s Congressional Art Competition for students living in the 6th District of Pennsylvania, which includes all of Chester County and southeastern Berks County. Each spring across the nation, the members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor a high school art competition with the grand prize winner having their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for
The Chester County High School Art Exhibition and PA 6th District Congressional Art Competition will feature art in a variety of mediums created by high school students from across Chester County.
one year.
“I’m always amazed by the talent we see at this exhibition,” said Kathy Gurnee, special events coordinator for the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU). “These students create powerful, meaningful art that shows both skill and heart. It’s rewarding to watch them grow as artists, and I can’t wait to see what
new ideas they bring this year.”
The Chester County High School Art Exhibition is coordinated by the CCIU and is sponsored in part by CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services. To learn more about the art exhibition, visit www.cciu.org/ Art-Show.
Cartoonist to speak at Henrietta Hanking Branch Library
Henrietta Hankin Branch Library will be capping off a week of fun and activities for National Libraries Week this year with a visit from Jason Rodriguez, a comic illustrator and drawing instructor.
On Saturday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Rodriguez will provide an introduction to the secrets of making cartoons and comics for those who want to learn about the importance of moving the reader from one panel to another and how drawing emotive characters tells a story. Rodriguez currently teaches drawing to children and adults in group classes and private instruction throughout the greater Philadelphia region. He is also a Sketch card artist for Upper Deck and Topps. His love for art came from reading comic books as a kid and now he wants everyone to experience the joy of drawing and visual storytelling. To register for this event, visit ccls.libcal.com/event/14295676 or call the library at 610-344-4196.
launching First Fridays in Downtown Coatesville, and the City of Coatesville, we saw a perfect opportunity to reimagine the festival and bring new energy to this cherished event.
“We look forward to welcoming the community to experience the Reimagined Strawberry Festival in the heart of Downtown Coatesville.”
“The Rotary Club of Coatesville and Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance are committed to making this event a staple in the community once again, providing fun for all ages while shining a spotlight on
the exciting revitalization happening in downtown Coatesville,” said Amber Little Turner, executive director of Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance “Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the return of this cherished tradition in its new home.”
Proceeds from the festival will help support local community organizations. For more information and event updates, follow on social media or visit www. strawberryfestivalcoatesvillerotary.org.
Ojikutu honored as the Avon Grove Lions Senior Student of the Month
Ebunoluwa Ojikutu was recently honored as the Avon Grove Lions Senior Student of the Month from the Avon Grove Charter School.
Ebunoluwa, who goes by Ariel, is newer to the Avon Grove Charter School (AGCS), having joined in her junior year.
She has wasted no time in making her mark. She has fully embraced the AGCS spirit, diving headfirst into academics, leadership, and community involvement. Ariel’s dedication to excellence is undeniable. She challenges herself with AP-level and dual enrollment classes, while also being involved in a number of activities and clubs.
At AGCS, she was recently recognized at the Student of the Quarter event, an achievement that speaks volumes about her academically and as a person in general. But Ariel’s impact goes beyond the classroom. She is deeply involved in the school community, actively participating in five different clubs, and serving as secretary for three of them. Her leadership, drive, and passion for making a
difference set an incredible
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She plans to attend a
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Ebunoluwa Ojikutu was recently honored as the Avon Grove Lions Senior Student of the Month from the Avon Grove Charter School.
