Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors magazine, June 2023

Cover photo by Crissy Everhart Photography www.CrissyEverhart.com

PUBLICATION TEAM

PUBLISHER: Bob Blaisse

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PUBLISHER: Lisa Jeffries

CONTENT COORDINATOR: Sheila Turner-Hilliard

DESIGNER: Kim Cesati

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Crissy Everhart Photography www.CrissyEverhart.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Bob Blaisse, Sheila TurnerHilliard, Holly Stupak, Lisa Jeffries, Doug Humes, Jack Del Pizzo, TJ Warner, Rob Coughlin, Shawn Brown, Luke Anastasio, Steve Mostardi, Kristen Lamanna

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ON THE COVER

The Edgmont Township Fire Company at their facility in Edgmont Township

Dear Friends & Neighbors, June’s here! What month could be better? Sure, we’ll celebrate the 4th of July next month, and in August our magazine’s anniversary, but June wins for welcoming in the Summer of 2023. With its milder weather warming newly mulched flower gardens, greener grass, graduation parties and pools now opened, I love June. And I love Jean, without whom I’d not also love Father’s Day in June, which for me is my favorite holiday, even when it sometimes falls on my birthday.

Because June is such a friendly month, we decided several years ago in our Marple and Newtown Square magazines, to annually recognize a “Friend & Neighbor of The Year” in our June issue. So in this first year of publishing Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors in print, and online at: TheNEMag.com, we are inaugurating that same tradition, but this time honoring multiple “friends'' and “neighbors” for their combined service to our community, some risking their health and life to protect the lives and property of their local friends and neighbors in Edgmont and beyond.

This year, our 2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year are all Members of the Edgmont Township Fire Company.

Inside this issue, Sheila’s cover feature about the Edgmont Township Fire Company gives us a fuller understanding of the history, local leadership and our friends and neighbors serving as our Firefighters, Fire Police, and Auxiliary support personnel. You’ll also see photos of Station 64’s firehouse and some photo history of our hometown fire company’s service to friends and neighbors in Edgmont Township and beyond.

Make plans next month to come out to the Marple Newtown 4th of July Parade, to cheer extra loudly this year for the volunteer members of our Edgmont Township Fire Company. And join us in honoring their service by recalling when the fire company recently came to your home. No, not to put out a fire (although they certainly would have come quickly if needed), but when the fire company came to your home by mail not long ago, with a membership invitation and annual donation request. Sadly, too few homeowners responded to that mailing, likely thinking public funding is enough, unaware that tax dollars are a small part of the total cost to operate our local fire company. Station 64 depends on the generosity of local residents to fund fire company expenses while our unpaid friends and neighbors volunteer to train and serve us in fire or rescue emergencies.

Congratulations to The Edgmont Township Fire Company for being selected as our “2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year!” What a friend we have in you!

Enjoy the summer everyone. See you at the 4th of July Parade.

Bob Blaisse Publisher

Dear Residents, School’s out for summer and it’s time for fun in the sun! Just don’t forget your shades because our calendar of events on page 16 is looking bright!

June is full of celebrations. Family and friends gather to congratulate our graduates, we celebrate the start of summer, and speaking of celebrations, please join us in recognizing our very own Edgmont Township Fire Company as our 2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year! Our Business Profile features one of our newest Sponsors, J&K Trash Removal, Inc. who has been committed to delivering the best service to our residents since the 1930s. And we invite you to discover all the beauty, wonder and fun activities that Willistown Conservation Trust has to offer!

We are always looking for more Newtown Edgmont families, individuals and organizations to feature in our magazine. If you’d like to nominate someone, please email me at STurnerHilliard@BestVersionMedia.com.

Sheila Turner-Hilliard Content Coordinator

Accounting & Tax Preparation

Jack Del Pizzo, CPA

Del Pizzo & Associates

2098 W Chester Pike #101, Broomall

610-356-2590 • JRD@DelPizzo.com

www.DelPizzo.com

Automotive Repairs & Service

Lou Matteo

Edgemont Automotive

5040 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square

610-353-9868 • EdgemontAuto@verizon.net

www.EdgemontAutomotive.com

Carpet Cleaning

Luke Anastasio

DriGanic Carpet Cleaning

Delaware County

610-888-4539 • Info@DriGanic.com

www.DriGanic.com

Carpeting & Floor Covering

Eric Fante

Fante Flooring

39 South Newtown Street Road, Newtown Square

610-232-7080 • Info@FanteFloors.com

www.FanteFloors.com

Commercial & Residential Trash Removal

John Blosinski

J & K Trash Removal, Inc.

Gradyville, PA

610-497-3800

www.JandKTrash.com

CustomerService@JandKTrash.com

Continuing Care Retirement Community

Kristen Lamanna

Riddle Village

610-891-3700 kristen@riddlevillage.com

www.RiddleVillage.org

Dance Instruction

Kaitlin Battiste

From the Top Dance

3603 Chapel Road, Newtown Square

610-353-2623 • Info@FromTheTopDance.com

www.FromTheTopDance.com

Electric Service, Residential/Commercial

Andrew Martella, Sr.

Martella Electric Company

484-498-2965 • MartellaElectric@rcn.com

www.MartellaElectric.com

Exterior & Interior Painting

Rick Thompson Thompson Custom Painting

610-359-8500 • Office@ThompsonPainting.net

www.ThompsonPainting.net

Family Law Trial Attorney

Deborah M. Truscello, Esq.

Law Office of Deborah M. Truscello

610-892-4940 • DmtofLaw@gmail.com

www.TruscelloLaw.com

Fireplace Products

Scott Magness

Scott’s Fireplace Products

3137 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square

484-422-8334 • SFP@ScottsFireplaceProducts.com

www.ScottsFireplaceProducts.com

Firearm Safety, Training & Sales

Shawn Brown

Stars & Stripes Tactical

1313 West Chester Pike, West Chester

610-556-0223 • Shawn@StarsNStripesTactical.com

www.StarsNStripesTactical.com

Glass & Mirror Services

David Gura & Lew Gura

Bryn Mawr Glass

729 West Chester Pike, Havertown

610-853-2990

BrynMawrGlass@yahoo.com

www.BrynMawrGlass.com

Landscape Design & Landscaping

TJ Warner

JHL Landscaping

610-356-4104 • TJ@JHLlandscaping.com

www.JHLLandscaping.com

Plant & Garden

Steve Mostardi Mostardi Nursey

4033 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square

610-356-8035 • Steve@Mostardi.com

www.Mostardi.com

Plumbing Service, Residential / Commercial

Rick Bondurant

R.F. Bondurant Plumbing Media

610-566-0288 • RFBPlumbing@comcast.net

www.RFBondurant.com

Real Estate Sales

Vince May / Tori Sheridan

BHHS Fox & Roach / Vince May Team

Media / Glen Mills • 610-662-6859

Vince@VinceMayTeam.com

Tori@VinceMayTeam.com

www.VinceMayTeam.com

Roofing & Siding

Rob Coughlin

RPC Services

Edgmont

484-428-3504 • Info@ServicesByRPC.com www.ServicesByRPC.com

Tree Trimming & Removal

Dan Flynn Flynn Tree Services

Newtown Square

610-850-2848 • Sales@Flynn-Landscaping.com

www.FlynnTreeServices.com

Waterproofing & Weatherization

David Linn Cook and Joe Soster

Waterproofing One

Marple Newtown Edgmont

800-508-4144

Info@WaterproofingOne.com

www.WaterproofingOne.com

Expert Contributors needed! Dentist, Mortgages, Remediation, Hair & Beauty, HVAC, Chiropractic, Home Care, Financial Planning, Sewer & Septic, Insurance, etc. Professionals may contact: Bob Blaisse: 610-453-5536 or BBlaisse@BestVersionMedia.com

by Monica McQuail Willistown Conservation Trust Communications Specialist

Willistown Conservation Trust Your Local

Nestled among rolling hills and picturesque conserved lands, just 20 miles west of Philadelphia and off Route 3, sits a small environmental nonprofit known as Willistown Conservation Trust (WCT). This organization has been in existence since 1996, but its history extends well beyond those years to the 1980s.

During this time 40 years ago, unchecked development began making its way into the Newtown Square area. As concerns over destroyed habitat grew, a small group of neighbors gathered together and formed a satellite branch of the Brandywine Conservancy, led by Bonnie Van Alen. Bonnie and her neighbors quickly got to work and began combatting potential development with a unique tool called a conservation easement.

A conservation easement allows landowners to permanently protect their land forever in exchange for certain rights that are given up, such as restricting future development on the property. With this tool, Bonnie and her partners, Alice Hausmann and Kathe McCoy, approached their neighbors, many of whom agreed to protect their lands permanently. After years of success, the group formed their own independent nonprofit and named it Willistown Conservation Trust (WCT), officially establishing their focus area within the headwaters of the Crum, Ridley, and Darby Creeks — about 28,000 acres — which is where the group continues to focus today.

Throughout the years, Willistown Conservation Trust has helped to permanently conserve over 7,500 acres within Chester and Delaware Counties, also known as the ancestral lands of the Lenni Lenape. Of those protected lands, you’ll find WCT’s public nature preserves: Ashbridge Preserve, Kirkwood Preserve, and Rushton Woods Preserve, which is home to the

Barns and BBQ annual event

Photo courtesy of Jennifer Mathes

Fun for the whole family during a creek walk

Photo courtesy of Blake Goll

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Rushton Conservation Center and Rushton Farm. These preserves are open year-round, offering walking trails and tranquil sightseeing opportunities for all.

Today, Kate Etherington serves as Executive Director & President, and the nonprofit of 30 staff members continues to conserve land and care for habitat locally. They have since expanded their conservation efforts to include bird conservation and watershed protection, programs that study the effects of land conservation on our water sources and migratory bird species. Their robust conservation efforts also led them to create Rushton Farm, which provides sustainably grown produce for over 100 families, and the West Chester Food Cupboard.

Willistown Conservation Trust puts on a variety of educational, culinary-inspired, and just plain fun events throughout the year. Think Bird Walks for all skill levels, Watershed Volunteer Days that consist of tree plantings, Preserve Hikes led by Stewardship professionals, an evening of botanical cocktails among the wildflowers, a Field-to-Feast meal prepared by Malvern Buttery, Bug Nights for children and families, mindful yoga retreats, food truck picnics at their Community Supper Series and more!

One of their biggest events of the year is Barns & BBQ, which takes place on June 3rd and allows attendees to tour stunning, privately-owned barns and conserved lands throughout

the Willistown and Newtown-Edgmont area. Visitors can choose between two ticket options — one that is a tour-only ticket and another that includes a BBQ celebration that evening, complete with all sorts of auction items, delectable cocktails and a delicious supper. This event is one of WCT’s biggest fundraisers of the year, and all proceeds go toward the continual effort to protect this special area we all call home.

Willistown Conservation Trust is located at 925 Providence Rd, Newtown Square. To learn more about WCT, visit www.WCTrust.org. For information about Willistown Conservation Trust’s events and to grab a ticket to Barns & BBQ, head to www.WCTrust.org/calendar. E

Rushton Conservation Center

Rushton Woods Preserve in the fall

Photos courtesy of Jennifer Mathes

“Call me TODAY about the flooring you’re thinking to replace. I’ll share the trending style homeowners are choosing these days.”

~ Eric Fante

by Sheila Turner-Hilliard

Photos by Crissy Everhart Photography www.CrissyEverhart.com

2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year

The Edgmont Township Fire Company

Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors is proud to feature families, groups and individuals who make a difference in our community. This month, we turn our attention to the Edgmont Township Fire Company (ETFC), which has had a proud tradition of volunteer fire service for over 80 years. We are excited to honor our hometown hereos dedicated to protecting our community as our 2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year!

Over the years, many additions and alterations were made to the original building to accommodate the township’s needs. By 1977 there was also a demand for upgraded equipment and new emergency vehicles, which required a significant amount of money. That was when Charter Member’s grandson, Elmer “Chip” Miller III, stepped in along with his friend and fellow firefighter Ron Gravina.

Chip and Ron joined the fire department when they were 16 years old and quickly rose through the ranks. Today Chip serves as President and Ron is Assistant Fire Chief though they have both served in many roles and capacities over the years. “Back in 1977, we knew we needed a new truck, but the bank wouldn’t lend us the money unless the fire company had a steady stream of income,” Ron explained. “So Chip and I went to the township to ask for financial support and, after the supervisors held a public hearing, a fire tax was approved by elected officials.” The funds generated by the fire tax, along with generous private donations and grants by local, state and federal governments, allowed the ETFC to expand and build a new state-of-the-art fire station across the street and next to the Edgmont Township Municipal Building.

The fire company was born when a small group of concerned citizens met early in 1942 to discuss the need for a fire station, as more land was being developed and the population was growing. History tells us that this dedicated group of residents rose to the challenge as our country was at war and purchased their first fire truck in June of that year thanks to the generosity and efforts of visionary Charter Members Walter Jeffords and Elmer E. Miller Sr.

After World War II, the service members who fought overseas returned home to Edgmont and quickly joined in the efforts to build a firehouse. Work began in 1946, and by 1947 it was completed. The first of many fire company banquets was held in October 1950 in Elmer Miller’s garage on the corner of Middletown and Gradyville Roads.

Deputy Chief David Wilkie, Jr., Assistant Chief Ronald Gravina and Chief Curtis A. Roehrig, Sr.

Today, the Edgmont Township Volunteer Fire Company No.1 proudly protects over 5,900 residents in a 14-square-mile area, including all of Edgmont Township and over a third of Thornbury Township in Delaware County. One-third of their protection district is comprised of Ridley Creek State Park, the US Army Reserve Center and over 600 acres of Agricultural Protected and Conservation District lands. Their coverage area includes four major state highways: Route 3 (West Chester Pike), Route 352, Route 926, and Providence Rd and over 25 miles of municipal roads.

Not only is the fire company itself rich in history, but many of its members are also lifelong residents and even 2nd and 3rd generations deep in service to the community. For Deputy Chief Dave Wilkie Jr. and his wife Teresa, ETFC’s Fire Police Lieutenant, service to their community is paramount. “Before we moved to Edgmont in 2014, Dave and I were EMS officers in another town,” Teresa explained. “We knew we wanted to continue serving, so we immediately joined ETFC.” In fact, all five of Dave and Teresa’s children are involved with the fire company, with their oldest son, David III, as Chief Engineer.

ETFC’s Fire Chief, Curtis Roehrig Sr, began his service in Newtown Square in 1991. “I decided to join the fire company with a few friends from high school, and we all still serve today,” Curt said. “I moved over to Edgmont in 1993 and have worked in every capacity since then.” Curt rose through the ranks, starting as a Chief Engineer, then Captain and Deputy. He has been ETFC’s Fire Chief for the past five years.

“Curt is a natural leader,” said Michael Barney, who recently joined the fire company after retiring from a successful career as a business owner and product developer. “Curt gets things done and would never ask anyone to do anything he wouldn’t do himself.” Michael got involved with the fire company when his friend Chip encouraged him to join. “At first, I was helping out on the administrative end,” he explained. “But soon after, I became interested in training to be a firefighter.” Michael

decided to ride along on a call and signed up for the academy the next day. He is proud to serve his community and of his accomplishment of becoming a firefighter at 57 years old.

Curt’s wife, Jen Roehrig, understands the importance of giving back to your community. “Like my husband, I had good friends who were involved in the fire company and decided to train as an EMT,” she explained. “Now our oldest son is a

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Firefighters ready to answer a call

The volunteers become a second family

firefighter, and our youngest son was just accepted into the fire company this year.” Jen has also taken on many roles at ETFC. She not only serves as ETFC’s Vice President and President of the Relief Association, but she also helps with fundraising and event planning.

The amount of work, funding and time it takes to run a volunteer fire company is astounding and only made possible by those heroes that dedicate their time, talent and resources. “We need new volunteers to step up in every capacity,” Ron said. “We’re working hard to get back to the days when the firehouse was the hub of the community and people wanted to be of service.” In addition to the Firefighters and Fire Police you see on an emergency scene, a team of dedicated volunteers works tirelessly to raise the funds necessary to operate an organization that serves and protects our community. From ensuring our firefighters have the best training, gear and equipment to providing home-cooked meals and a clean, comfortable place to rest while on call, these company volunteers and elected officers are also worthy of our appreciation.

Doug Dryer is ETFC’s Treasurer, who came on board four years ago. Doug brings a wealth of knowledge to the fire company as a Client Implementation Manager for one of the world’s leading providers of financial services to institutional investors. “I knew I wanted to get involved and set a good example for my children,” Doug said. “My strength is in finance, and I am happy to volunteer my time and talents.” He said how remarkably well they all work together as a team. “We all truly respect each other’s roles here,” he added. “I may not understand how each piece of equipment works, but I know how to manage the funds to get our firefighters what they need.”

All of the members of the ETFC agree that no matter your skill set, there is a place for you to join their family and volunteer with the Edgmont Fire Company. “There are so many ways to get involved,” explained ETFC’s Secretary Coleen Fickes. “Even if you have just a small amount of time, we will find a place for you.” In addition to training to become a firefighter, volunteers are needed to cook, clean and stock the firehouse, work on fundraising campaigns, Fund Drive processing, grant

writing and help with computer and website maintenance, accounting and member recruitment.

There is no better way to show your support and pride for the community than helping to keep your neighbors, their homes and businesses safe. If you want to volunteer with the Edgmont Township Fire Company, stop by the station any Thursday night from 7-9pm, complete an online application by visiting www.EdgmontFire.org or call 610-459-5688.

Thank you to our first responders, elected officers and all the volunteers who help keep our homes, businesses and community safe. Your service is appreciated.

Do you know a Newtown Edgmont family, individual or nonprofit group who should become known by our community? Make your nominations for upcoming feature articles by emailing your ideas to Sheila Turner-Hilliard at STurnerHilliard@BestVersionMedia.com. E

President Elmer E. “Chip” Miller III, Firefighter Michael Barney, Secretary Coleen Fickes, Treasurer Doug Dryer and Vice President Jennifer Roehrig

Edgmont Township Fire Company’s Mission Statement:

As a 100% volunteer organization, Edgmont Township Fire Company No.1’s (ETFC) mission is to preserve lives, properties and build safer communities. Serving both Edgmont and Thornbury Townships, it is our duty as first responders to protect the lives and property of our Township’s residents and visitors by responding to incidents, ie; alarms, fires, medical emergencies, and disasters. The Fire Company advances public safety through fire prevention and educational programs. The timely delivery of these services enables the ETFC to make significant contributions to the protection of our surrounding communities and homeland security efforts. All of this is done with honor, integrity, sacrifice, and purpose for the safety of our community.

Our 2023 F ri E nds & nE ighbors of The Year

Business Officers

President – Elmer E. (Chip) Miller III

Vice President - Jennifer Roehrig

Treasurer - Doug Dryer

Asst. Treasurer - Valerie L. Gravina

Secretary - Coleen Fickes

Trustee - Michael E. Majewski, Sr.

Trustee – Teresa Wilkie

Trustee – Wayne Wilkie

Current Line Officers

Chief Curtis A. Roehrig, Sr. Deputy Chief David Wilkie, Jr. Asst. Chief Ronald Gravina Chief Engineer David Wilkie III

Firefighters

Michael Barney (FF)

Joe Batchelder (FF)

Joe Certo (FF)

Stephen Clinton (FF)

Kameron Criscuolo (FF/EMT)

Connor Cummings (PFF)

Ronald Gravina (FF)

Michael Majewski, Jr. (FF)

Elmer (Chip) Miller III (FF/EMTP)

Ryan Miclitis (FF)

Joseph Montgomery, Jr. (FF/EMTP)

Curtis Roehrig, Sr. (FF)

Curtis Roehrig, Jr. (FF)

Jeffrey Rudolph (PFF)

Tom Smith (JRFF)

David Wilkie, Jr. (FF/EMT)

David Wilkie III (FF)

Teresa Wilkie (FP/EMT)

Wayne Wilkie (FF)

Fire Police

Timothy Cohen (FP)

Michael Kovicc (FP)

Michael Majewski, Sr. (FF/FP)

Members & Active Members

Karen Clinton (AM)

Nancy Cornelius (AM)

Curtis Cummings (M)

Doug Dryer (AM)

William Ebbecke (M)

Coleen Fickes (AM)

Michael Fitzsimmons (M)

Valerie Gravina (AM)

Meg Greene (AM)

Donna Luglio (M)

Taylor Matsinger (M)

Al Miclitis (M)

Jennifer Roehrig (AM)

Brian Smith (AM)

Tyler Wilkie (M)

(FF - Firefighter, JRFF - Jr. Firefighter, PFF - Probationary Firefighter, FP - Fire Police, EMT - Emergency Medical Technician, EMTP - Paramedic, AM - Active Member, M - Member)

Township Fire Company

2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year

by Bob Blaisse, Publisher

Bringing People Together

Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors

Sponsors, Volunteers and You Are Bringing People Together

If you’re a regular reader of Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors in print or online at www.TheNEMag.com, you’re experienced with our social media that brings you together with friends and neighbors, some known, and others introduced to by your hometown magazine in service to our mission and motto, to be Bringing People Together

Our mission in service to the people of Newtown, Edgmont and parts of Willistown townships, succeeds because of the people in our community. Those people include our local writers and residents who agree to allow us to tell their story, and our staff that designs, edits and proofreads each issue. Even our printer and your local mail carrier contribute toward our effort to be Bringing People Together with each new issue.

and Willistown residents, who they value and depend on for the success of their business.

Friends and neighbors consider this: your time spent reading our publication makes you a member of our publication team too, fulfilling our Bringing People Together mission, just as you might choose to contribute your time, talent and/or treasure to a local organization because you value the mission of that organization. With this issue of Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors, we inaugurate our first recognition of some Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year - the Edgmont Township Fire Company. And I must admit, I am truly humbled by any comparison of our publication’s mission of Bringing People Together, to the keeping people together mission of the Edgmont Township Fire Company. They fulfill their mission of service to everyone in our community through volunteerism, without the needed level of public funding to operate, under an honorable commitment to protect people and property against fire and other life-threatening emergencies, at times risking their own health or life as firefighters.

As a regular reader you also know I never fail to give the highest credit for the success of our Bringing People Together mission to our Sponsors - the local businesses you see advertising on the pages of your hometown magazine. Their advertising tells us much more than who we buy from locally. Just by being an advertising Sponsor of our hometown magazine, these local business owners are telling us they recognize the importance of our Bringing People Together mission for Newtown, Edgmont

Join me in congratulating our “2023 Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors of The Year” by extending your gratitude to the members of the Edgmont Township Fire Company for their service to us, while being mindful that this local fire company is facing inflationary operational costs while also experiencing reduced annual contributions from local residents. And just as concerning, a lower number of new volunteers joining than the number of volunteers needed. New volunteers are urgently needed. From young adults to seniors, men and women, offer your time to this most dedicated service organization, even for roles that may never require you to respond onsite to a local fire or rescue scene. For a tour of the Edgmont Township Fire Company firehouse, and the opportunity to become acquainted with a few fire company members who can share their personal experience of friendships and service to the community, contact fire company President, Chip Miller, at 610 - 459 - 5688 or email Chip at: Info@EdgmontFire.org. E

Bob Blaisse Publisher, Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors

by Steve Mostardi PCH Mostardi Nursery

Container Gardens Can Go Anywhere!

Small Space Container Gardening

Container gardening provides many advantages for today’s busy and space-challenged gardeners. You can grow just about anything in containers that you can grow in the ground: annuals, perennials, bulbs, ornamental grasses, veggies and herbs, shrubs, and even trees. Pots may be rearranged, as you would furniture indoors, to suit your mood, entertaining needs, or the season. Plant light requirement is less of a concern as lightweight planters, or containers on coasters, may be moved to follow the sun pattern. Container gardening brings the garden closer, right outside your door and up off the ground, requiring less bending and kneeling when tending. What could be easier?

Evergreens for Privacy

Looking to create a little privacy on your patio deck, or urban garden, but don’t have the space to plant in the ground? No problem! Did you know that evergreens are excellent for year-round screening and many are suitable for planting in containers and can be left undisturbed for years? Use evergreens that are narrow and columnar. Some of the best choices are pine (Pinus), boxwood (Buxus), yew (Taxus) and juniper (Juniperus). When evergreens outgrow their space, you should repot them into larger-sized containers. To withstand the effects of winter temperature fluctuations, choose non-porous, weather-resistant containers like concrete, fiberglass, heavy plastic, metal, or highly fired, ceramic pottery. Terra-cotta will crack with repeated freezing and thawing. Group pots together to form a “green wall.” Be sure to water and fertilize as needed.

Growing Herbs and Veggies in Containers

Don’t let a shortage of garden space prevent you from growing your own fresh vegetables. As long as you have a sunny location you can have your own mini-farm on your porch, patio, deck, balcony, roof-top or doorstep. Vegetables can be grown in any type of container that can hold soil, has adequate drainage and is large enough to hold a plant. There are endless options available on the market or you may upcycle items that you already

have on hand. When growing herbs or vegetables in containers, you’ll have fewer problems with pests such as groundhogs, deer and rabbits, as well as soil-borne diseases. Plus, the soil in pots warms up more quickly in the spring allowing for earlier planting and an extended growing season. E

Photos courtesy of Mostardi Nursery

by Sheila Turner-Hilliard

Commitment to Service

Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors is proud to introduce you to one of our newest Sponsors, J&K Trash Removal, Inc. For over 90 years, this family-owned business has been committed to providing our residents and businesses with a wide variety of services with the best rates and prompt and courteous care. “We pride ourselves on this service,” said Owner John Blosinski. “It is the foundation upon which this company has been built.”

Many of us know and use J&K Trash Removal, Inc. at our homes in Newtown Square and Edgmont. But what you may not know is that J&K is a full-service waste company servicing residential, commercial and industrial properties. They provide regularly scheduled trash pick-ups, dumpster rentals, secure shredding, recycling, compacting and waste removal serving Delaware, Chester and Montgomery Counties.

For residential customers, J&K Trash Removal, Inc. offers curbside pick-up, residential walk-in service and small truck collection for folks who would like to have the truck drive up their driveway and collect the trash right outside their door.

Homeowners can also take advantage of J&K’s single-stream recycling services. This means all recycling, like cans, bottles, glass, paper and cardboard, can go into one container and be picked up at one time. This eliminates the need for customers to sort the recyclables themselves. All material collected and designated as recycling is 100% recycled at one of our area’s facilities. Commercial accounts are also offered comingled

recycling and cardboard recycling, and J&K can also manage large-scale and custom recycling programs for every business.

If you’re looking to do a home or business renovation, outdoor project or simply need to dispose of household items, call J&K Trash Removal, Inc. for quick delivery of a dumpster that will fit your needs. They offer a full line of roll-off dumpsters that range in size from 10 to 40-yard containers and can deliver to even the most compact areas. “With our small roll-off truck, we can deliver our 10-yard containers to the narrowest of driveways,” John explained. “We can eliminate doing the damage that a fullsize truck would do to a small space.” John also noted that if you need one quickly or are not sure what size you need, just call their office to receive fast and expert advice and service.

For large jobs and ongoing waste removal needs, J&K Trash Removal, Inc. specializes in institutional, industrial and commercial waste removal. They have the capacity and ability to service schools, industrial complexes and other large-scale operations offering front-load container sizes in 2, 4, 6 and 8 cubic yards. They also specialize in demolition disposal and commercial compactors that service construction and demolition companies, food markets and industrial complexes.

In recent years, J&K Trash Removal, Inc. added secure destruction of sensitive information to their list of services. Their sister company, J&K Secure Shredding, guarantees its customers that their information will be destroyed entirely according to the laws in place and specifications. Each time J&K Secure Shredding

Photos courtesy of J&K Trash Removal, Inc.

shreds for a customer, the customer receives a Certificate of Destruction, which guarantees that the material was shredded properly. The certificate also proves that the company has taken the required steps to prevent identity theft.

John explained that J&K is a proud 2008 National Association of Information Destruction (NAID) Member in good standing. NAID is an information destruction industry-leading association that keeps its members current with all of the new trends, methods and equipment available. As a member, they are held to higher standards than non-members. When you use J&K Secure Shredding, you can be assured that you are working with a team that is dedicated to providing their customers with quality and courteous service and confidentiality, proper information destruction and reasonable pricing.

If your company does not currently have a document destruction management plan in place to protect its sensitive information, J&K Secure Shredding can produce one for your company. The plan spells out what the proper handling

methods and destruction methods are for each employee. The plan will keep your company compliant with the laws and regulations in place today.

J&K Trash Removal, Inc. is located at 2325 W. Second St, Chester. Their office hours are Mon. – Fri. 7:30am – 4:30pm. For more information, give them a call at 610-816-6347 or visit their website www.JKDumpsterRental.com. E

calendar of events JUNE 2023

Wed. April 26 through Sun. June 11

Million Dollar Quartet

@The Media Theatre, 104 E. State St, Media

An extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Relive the era with the smash-hit sensation featuring an incredible score of rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B and country hits, performed live onstage by world-class actors and musicians. Time: Shows are Wed.– Fri. 7pm; Sat. 2pm and 7pm; Sun. 3pm

Cost: Tickets are $34 – $59 each 610-891-0100 www.MediaTheater.org

Friday afternoons June through September

Newtown Square Farmers Market

@St. Alban’s Episcopal Church

3625 Chapel Rd, Newtown Square

On Friday afternoons starting June 2nd, the Newtown Square Farmers Market will feature local growers, producers and artisans. Fresh produce will be for sale as well as artisan breads, coffee, pickles, flowers, plants and candles.

Time: 3 – 6pm

Saturdays in Summer

Paper Mill House & Museum

@3 Paper Mill Road, Newtown Square

Visit this museum of local history, a place filled with the ghosts and footprints of the millworkers who once lived there.

Time: 1 – 4 pm

Cost: FREE (donations accepted!) www.NSHistory.org

Saturdays in Summer

Art at The Square Tavern

@Goshen & Newtown Street Roads

Art displays by local artists, exhibitions and activities.

Time: 11am – 5pm

Cost: FREE (donations accepted!) www.NSHistory.org

Saturdays in Summer

Newtown Railroad Museum

@Drexel Lodge

4140 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square

Full size train engines, rolling stock and a museum full of artifacts from the trains and trolleys that once served Newtown Square. Great for children!

Time: 1 – 4 pm

Cost: FREE (donations accepted!) www.NSHistory.org

Weds–Sun evenings mid-June–mid-August

Delaware County Summer Festival Concerts

@Rose Tree Park, 1671 N Providence Rd, Media

Free concerts in Rose Tree Park’s scenic outdoor amphitheater resume this June! The series provides many opportunities to enjoy top-notch entertainment of all kinds. Bring blankets and chairs for seating. Light concessions will be for sale and picnics are welcome. No alcoholic beverages. Pets and smoking must remain outside the amphitheater. No rain date for any evening concert.

Time: 7:30pm

Cost: Free admission and free parking

610-891-4663 (or 610-891-4455 for cancellation updates)

www.DelcoPA.gov/departments/parks/summerfestival.html

Sat. June 3

27th Annual Historic Newtown Square Day

@the Square Tavern Museum and Art Center (and @various locations)

Route 252 & Goshen Rd, Newtown Square

This year’s activities at the historic 1742 Square Tavern will take place on the Green at the Tavern, and will include 1st Continental Regiment (Colonial Reenactors), Lenni Lenape Native Americans, a storyteller, sheep shearing, a beekeeper demonstration and honey, live music, antique cars, children's activities

and more. In addition to opening the Tavern, other historic sites in the community, including the Paper Mill House, the Quaker Meeting House, the Octagonal School, the Newtown Square Railroad Museum, St. David's Church and the Bartram Covered Bridge will be open with guides who explain the significance of the site to visitors.

Time: 10am – 4pm

Cost: FREE (donations gladly accepted!) www.NSHistory.org

Fri. June 16

Media 5 Mile Race

@State Street, Media

Media Borough and the Media 5 Mile Race Committee are pleased to welcome you to the Annual Media 5 Mile Race! The challenging course will travel two loops through the streets of Media Borough, with awards and finish at Veterans Square. Music, prizes and sponsors complete the festive atmosphere. There will be a FREE Kids Fun Run at 5pm at Barrall Park and Field, across from Media Elementary. Registration will be capped at 1800 runners. A T-shirt will be given to each Registrant.

Time: 7pm

Cost: $40 www.Media5MileRace.com

Fri. June 23

Community Supper Series Picnic

@Rushton Conservation Center

915 Delchester Road, Newtown Square

Pack your picnic blanket, grab your friends and welcome the summer season at Rushton Farm. We are excited to welcome a new food truck partner, Moshava, featuring their twist on traditional Israeli street food. Deer Creek Malthouse will also be on site with their local craft brews and malt products. Food and beverages will be available for purchase onsite. As the sun goes down, Rushton Woods Preserve provides the backdrop to a breathtaking light show.

Time: 5:30–8:00pm

Cost: Donation www.WCTrust.org

Tues. July 4 (raindate Sat. July 8) Marple Newtown 4th of July Parade

@St. Albans Ave, Newtown Square

Celebrate our great country with the residents of Marple Newtown and surrounding areas. The parade starts at St. Albans Ave and travels eastbound on West Chester Pike to the Broomall Fire Company on Malin Rd.

Time: 10am

Cost: FREE www.MarpleNewtownParade.com

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by Kristen Lamanna Riddle Village Lifecare Retirement Community

What to Ask When Visiting a Retirement Community

The process of selecting a Lifecare community and new home that is the right fit for you or your loved one should be an enjoyable, rewarding experience. When it comes to a comprehensive list of things to consider before moving into a retirement community, there are many factors to contemplate, including the community’s culture, living accommodations, location, services, amenities and so much more!

Delaware County is home to many wonderful senior living community options. This gives older adults in our region a huge selection to pick from and it quickly can become apparent that there are many differences between them all. When comparing, it is important to have the right questions on hand to ensure the community you choose is the best fit for your lifestyle.

Consider asking the following questions:

• What activities and programs are offered?

• Can I see the most recent activity calendar?

• Can I come in and participate in an activity or program that interests me?

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• Who decides what trips, activities and programs are offered? Do the residents get to be involved in this process?

• What programs are in place to keep residents active, both physically and mentally?

• Can we reach out to residents who are involved in the programs and activities that interest us?

• How many dining options are available and what are the dining hours?

• Is there a meal program included in the monthly service fee, and if so, how does it work?

• Are housekeeping services available, and if so, what is included?

• What services are included in maintenance of the residence?

• What finishes are standard in the residence? Does the resident get to select these finishes prior to taking occupancy or does the apartment come as-is?

• What renovations and/or additions were recently made to the community? What projects are planned for the future?

• Is there a registered nurse on staff 24/7? What other medical professionals are on property?

• Is there access to certain amenities such as a convenience store and beauty salon, without leaving the community?

• If my health needs change in the future, is there healthcare available on campus? How much will it cost if I need health care longterm?

• Do you allow prospective residents to “test drive” the community, spending a few nights in a guest apartment and live life like a resident? (This lifestyle visit will give you the best insight into whether the community you are considering is the right fit for you. Mingle with residents who were once in your shoes, try the food, participate in activities, and speak with staff at all levels.) E

Notorious Fitz: The Real Sandy Flash

by Doug Humes

First things first: no Virginia, there was no Sandy Flash. However, that fictitious character was modeled on an actual bandit, James Fitzpatrick, the self-styled Captain Fitz. He was a strong and handsome local boy from southern Chester County who lived during the American Revolution. He joined the American army, but like many boys raised on the frontier, he did not take well to military discipline and apparently was whipped for some minor infraction. That was enough army life for him; he deserted and went home to work on the local farms again. Later on, two soldiers were dispatched to bring back the deserter and found him working in the fields near his mother’s house. He asked if he could go to the house to say goodbye before going with his captors, went in the door, grabbed his gun, and then confronted the two and ran them off his land.

No longer safe at home, he went on the lam and began his short career as a highwayman during the time of the British occupation of Philadelphia in 1777 - 78. He is reported to have given them local information which let the British surprise and defeat Washington’s army at Brandywine. He robbed, whipped and humiliated local travelers on the roads – and was partial to tax collectors. He stored his stolen goods in the cave that formerly existed at Castle Rock.

When the British left Philadelphia in June of 1778, Fitzpatrick lost his protection. A warrant was issued for his arrest, together with a substantial reward offer of £1000; and at a farmhouse in Edgmont (now the Edgmont Shopping Center), Captain McFee and his maidservant, Rachel Walker, tackled Fitz, tied him up and turned him over to the authorities. He was promptly tried, convicted, and “hung by the neck until dead” in Chester.

In 1866, Bayard Taylor of Kennett Square wrote “The Story of Kennett”, weaving a story that included some of the exploits of Captain Fitz, but it was assigned to a fictional Sandy Flash. In 1922, local author, Captain Clifton Lisle, took Taylor’s villain, and devoted a whole book to him with his “Sandy Flash, the Highwayman of Castle Rock.” All of the larger-than-life stories that had grown up around Captain Fitz were re-told in detail in the Lisle book. The real Fitz merged with the fictitious Flash, and in the 21st century, who knows the difference? Just you and me.

For more history on Newtown Square, Delaware County, and Newtown Square Historical Society (NSHS) membership information and events, visit www.NSHistory.org. E

Photos courtesy of the Newtown Square Historical Society

The original McFee farmhouse, where Edgmont Shopping Center now stands, which was the site of the capture of Captain Fitz.

Artist’s depiction of “Sandy Flash” confronting Captain McFee and Rachael Walker.

The cover of Captain Clifton Lisle’s 1922 book that built on the myth of Sandy Flash.

The cover of Bayard Taylor’s “Story of Kennett”, which first gave birth to Sandy Flash

by Jack Del Pizzo, CPA Del Pizzo & Associates

Beyond the Deadline: Tax Tips for the Post-Filing Season

After filing your income tax return, it’s important to keep a few things in mind. You can check on the status of your refund using the “Get Your Refund Status” tool on the IRS website. If you made a mistake or find additional deductions, you generally can file an amended return within three years of filing your original return. Certain records must be kept indefinitely, such as actual tax returns and records related to real estate purchases and improvements, retirement or investment accounts. For tax year 2019 and earlier, most other tax-related records can be disposed of. Contact your accountant if you have any questions about which records to keep and how long you need to keep them.

Renting Your Home

Taxpayers often rent their own home while moving to a new residence, which can carry both tax and economic benefits and pitfalls. When you start renting your home, you’ll need to report rental income on your tax return but you’re also entitled to offsetting the rental income with deductions for expenses such as utilities, operating expenses, maintenance costs and depreciation for the home. However the passive activity loss rules may limit your ability to deduct rental expenses that exceed your rental income based upon your income. If your total income is less than $100,000, the maximum rental loss that can be used to reduce taxable income is $25,000. Between $100,000 and $150,000 the $25,000 allowable loss figure is reduced gradually to zero. Additionally, renting your residence could jeopardize a big tax break when you eventually sell the home. When selling a primary home each taxpayer is entitled to exclude $250,000 ($500,000 for married couples) of the profit from the sale. However, this exclusion is reduced by the amount of depreciation you deducted when renting your home.

Tax Costs of Selling a Business

When selling depreciable property used in a business, there are various tax consequences to consider. The Internal Revenue Code specifies that gains and losses from sales of business assets are netted against each other. If the net result is a gain,

it will qualify for long-term capital gain treatment which is subject to lower tax rates. Previously deducted depreciation can limit long-term capital gain treatment. If the net result is a loss, the entire amount is deductible against your other income. Different rules apply based on the type of property, and the tax treatment can be complex. E

by Shawn Brown Stars & Stripes Tactical

Firearm Safety

As we welcome summer, we are reminded of the idyllic days of our youth and the freedom that summer brings. As adults we know that it is our responsibility to ensure that the fun and freedom of summer is also a safe and carefree time for our youth. That is one reason why June is recognized as National Firearm Safety Month. It is the perfect time to remind all of us that the only kind of firearm ownership is responsible ownership, for the health and safety of everyone.

Project ChildSafe is a program by the National Shooting Sports Foundation that promotes firearm safety and education, through the distribution of safety education material and free firearm safety kits distributed through local law enforcement agencies. They offer plenty of fun ways to teach children about firearm safety, and they have distributed more than 40 million gun locks throughout the US.

Here are some things to remember in your ongoing effort to make sure that all weapons are safe, secured and out of the hands of those not intended to use them.

• If you own a firearm, use a safe storage option, all the time. Make safety a habit!

• Use a gun-locking device, which renders weapons inoperable, in addition to locked storage.

• Firearms should always be stored unloaded, in a location that is inaccessible to children.

• Ammunition should be stored in a locked location separate from firearms.

• Talk to your kids and everyone in the house about firearm safety.

• When traveling with a firearm, it must be under your control at all times; when it’s not, it must be stored, locked and out of sight.

• Use secure temporary storage for firearms in vehicles.

• Always keep a gun pointed in a safe direction.

• Never assume a firearm is unloaded.

• Always keep your finger off the trigger, even when handling an unloaded gun.

Hunting is a long-standing and rich tradition in many families and communities, passed down from family members to the next generation. However, safety should be the biggest part of every conversation about hunting and firearm use. After a long hunt or a day at the range, always check, and then double check that weapons are unloaded before placing them in your vehicle. State regulations for hunting seasons, dates and licensing apply, so learn the rules before you head out. Be sure to tell someone where you will be hunting and when you expect to return. Be safe this summer and always! E

by TJ Warner JHL Landscaping

Summer Landscaping Tips

It’s summer, which means it’s a great time for shrub pruning, seasonal landscaping care and regularly scheduled lawn care.

It’s important to make sure that you are on a mowing schedule by summertime, and that your lawn has been properly maintained and treated, if necessary. Making sure your lawn is cut at the ideal height to enhance growth and thickness helps bring curb appeal to your property and allows your lawn to look healthy. Edging your lawn on a weekly basis will help keep your lawn looking clean for the season. Grass should be kept at average 3.5-4 inches.

When rainfall is limited, the mowing schedule should be adjusted accordingly. Lawns should be cut on a 5-7 day cycle, to ensure the lawn doesn’t “brown out.” As soon as temperatures adjust and lawns are growing more rapidly, the mow cycle should be modified.

Proper pruning is essential for maintaining a healthy landscape. When pruning, shrubs and ornamental trees should be evaluated for plant health and disease control. Shrub pruning is recommended twice per season, in early summer and again in mid-fall.

Consult a professional before any pruning takes place because not all shrubs require the same type of pruning. For example,

larger leaf shrubs such as cherry laurels require hand pruning, whereas smaller leaf shrubs such as boxwoods can be mechanically or hand-sheared.

Corrective pruning is a more aggressive method that’s used for several different reasons. One is to remove large limbs that are already or may soon obstruct house site lines (visibility). Corrective pruning may be necessary to remove dead wood within a plant. And this pruning method also helps preserve mature trees and shrubs.

Ironically, irrigation is overlooked by many homeowners when maintaining a healthy landscape. The mid-Atlantic region experiences very warm and often dry summer conditions. Frequent watering will keep lawns and plantings healthier during times of limited rainfall. Be sure to have a qualified technician evaluate and adjust your irrigation system. This will help ensure lawn areas and planting beds are getting the proper amount of water that will keep them alive during the hot summer months. E

by Luke Anastasio DriGanic Carpet Cleaning

Clean Carpets WITHOUT the Long Wait to Dry

There are multiple ways to clean a carpet, as well as to restore it if need be. The Very Low Moisture (VLM) or encapsulation method is an especially clean, dry and safe way to remove dirt and debris from your carpets and to make them “healthy” again. While steam cleaning using Hot Water Extraction (HWE) has its place when considering various methods — particularly when there is a water problem or a major pet issue — the VLM method is often considered far superior for cleaning carpets, due to its environmentally friendly process and results-driven approach.

Many people are embracing the VLM/encapsulation method because it relies on the use of organic solutions and science, and uses only minimal water. First, the VLM carpet cleaning professional vacuums the entire carpet with a commercial machine, to ensure as much dry soil as possible is removed before any moisture is applied to the carpet surface.

In situations where there is heavy soil or pet stains/smells, a Counter Rotating Brush (CRB) machine is used, to dig up dry soil and debris from deep within the carpet, where a regular vacuum cannot reach. This is a common place for pet hair and smells to get trapped. A second vacuuming of the entire carpet ensures that any remaining debris and dust are completely removed.

Once all the dry soil is removed, the carpet cleaning professional then pre-sprays your carpet with a solution that is designed to surround and capture the remaining soil on a micro level. After waiting a few minutes, they then run their carpet-specific Oscillating Pad (OP) machine over the carpet, with the proper pad (fiber or microfiber). This separates the soil and encapsulation liquid from the fibers of your carpet, while the dirt is collected and removed completely from your carpet. The fact that they use only 16 ounces of solution per room ensures that the carpet is dry in about an hour.

Another clear advantage to the VLM method is that it avoids extended drying times, which can be eight or more hours with traditional steam cleaning. And those telltale spots and stains that often reappear once the carpet is completely dry? They don’t come back when the VLM method is used. With the right chemistry, agitation and absorbent pads, professionals utilizing the VLM method can clean your carpets quickly and safely — especially for children, pets and those with certain allergies — and in an environmentally friendly way while extending the life of your carpet and improving your indoor air quality. In about one hour, you’re back walking on your carpets, with no “wet dog” smell or hours of drying time. E

Homes Recently Sold in Newtown Edgmont

Best Version Media does not guarantee the accuracy of the statistical data on this page. The data does not represent the listings of any one agent or agency but represents the activity of the real estate community in the area. Any real estate agent’s ad appearing in the magazine is separate from the statistical data provided which is in no way a part of their advertisement.

by Rob Coughlin RPC Services, LLC

Common Roofing Materials in Our Region

There are many material options when it comes to replacing the roof system on your home or business. Here is a little insight into the top 5 most commonly used roofing systems in our region:

Asphalt Shingles - By far asphalt shingles are the most commonly chosen type of product for sloped roofing on homes and businesses in our area. They can be extremely cost-effective and very durable with certain manufacturers such as CertainTeed, GAF, Owens Corning, etc. offering 50-year product warranties for their top-of-line brands, installed by authorized installers only.

Standing Seam Metal - Standing seam is also very popular in our area but the materials/labor costs are considerably higher

than the asphalt. Most brands of metal roofs come with a minimum 30-year Kynar color fade warranty and are very durable and can last longer than most roofing systems.

Cedar Shake - Made of natural wood cedar, hand split or tapersawn. Cedar roofs are a beautiful product to use on any sloped surface, (recommend min 4 pitch and steeper). The material cost is comparable to a metal roof but the labor is a little more expensive as it is a very labor-intensive, highly-skilled installation. Premium Cedar roofs typically can come with a 30 to 40-year product warranty.

EPDM Flat Roof - A single Ply EPDM flat roof system is one of the most commonly used materials in the commercial roofing industry in our region. Depending on the type of system chosen, the materials can be inexpensive and it can be a very cost-effective installation process. Most major manufacturers such as Firestone, Carlisle, Johns Manville, Mule-Hide, etc. offer 20-year product warranties, installed by authorized installers only.

TPO Flat Roof - A single-ply TPO flat roof system is growing in popularity and with good reason. The seams are fully air welded and are as strong as the rest of the field sheet. The TPO is also good for restaurant roofing as it is more resistant to the animal fats/grease coming out a commercial kitchen blower. The manufacturers of the EPDM also make the TPO roofing systems, the materials/labor are similar in cost to the EPDM and they offer the 20-year product warranties, installed by an authorized installer. E

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Family owned since 1977!