Murphy to resign school board seat
Will run for supervisor in Chadds Ford
Frank Murphy
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
PENNSBURY — Frank Murphy, the Unionville-Chadds Ford Board of Education member who oversaw the renovation of Unionville High School as the board’s Facilities Committee chair, announced Monday night he would resign in June.
Murphy, whose resignation takes effect on June 17, is running for Township Supervisor in...
Trio of Longwood cottages spared – for now
Kennett Township supervisors agree to table demolition decision
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The Kennett Township supervisors tabled a vote on a demolition permit from Longwood Gardens for three bungalows it owns on Rt. 1 near the entrance to the gardens.
Three 1920s bungalows commissioned by Pierre S. du Pont to house some of his Longwood Gardens’ staff got at least a temporary...
Race to fund research on genetic disorder
‘Run For Our Sons’ to benefit childhood victims of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
“Run For Our Sons 5K and Family Fun Days,” a benefit for childhood victims of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, will be held Saturday.
The devastating news came in 2007 when a couple’s first son, now 9, was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, the most common fatal genetic disorder diagnosed in...
Phila. casino agrees to pay $650,000 fine
Brandywine Conservancy to use bulk of money for environmental protection
PHILADELPHIA – SugarHouse HSP Gaming, LP has agreed to pay $650,000 to resolve claims that it performed unauthorized work at the SugarHouse casino and entertainment complex along the Delaware River in Philadelphia, in violation of the Clean Water Act and the Rivers and Harbors Act, U.S. Attorney Zane David Memeger said...
Unionville rugby holds off Salesianum, 24-10
Three matches in eight days take toll on side; league title in focus
Unionville’s Brad Pechin eludes a Salesianum player — and looks to move the ball forward, during Sunday’s match. The Indians won, 24-10.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
PENNSBURY — With two matches in less than 48 hours — and three in last eight days — it was no surprise that the Unionville varsity rugby team...
Fair to feature pony rides, crafts, more
Fairville Friends School hosting its annual family-friendly festival
Pony rides, pedal trains, moon bounces, crafts, games, live entertainment, a silent auction, and more will be available Saturday at the 25th Annual Fairville Fun Fair.
Held on the grounds of Fairville Friends School in Chadds Ford, the fair will begin at 11 a.m. and run until 3 p.m. with a rain date of Sunday. General admission is...
Kennett businesswoman to be honored
She is partner in Renewal Sustainable Environments
Kim Engstrom, a partner in Kennett Square-based Renewable Sustainable Environments is being honored by the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry as its Female Business Leader of The Year.
KENNETT SQUARE — Kim Engstrom, a partner in the borough firm Renewal Sustainable Environments, will be honored as the Female Business Leader of The Year...
County land steward earns state award
Peter Hausmann credited with helping to preserve tens of thousands of acres
Peter Hausmann was recognized by the Pennsylvania Land Trust Association for decades of land preservation.
The Pennsylvania Land Trust Association (PALTA) honored Chester County land preservationist Peter Hausmann with its Lifetime Conservation Leadership Award last week.
Hausmann has served as chairman of the Board of Trustees...
County Human Service employees back union vote
Election returns 163 county Human Services employees to union representation
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
WEST CHESTER — Employees of Chester County’s Human Services departments voted by nearly a two-to-one margin to approve Teamsters Local 384 as their new union representatives, Thursday.
According to unofficial tallies released by the county, the union won 96-56, with all but seven employees...
State police probing theft from barn, business
Stolen items said to include push mower, gas tank
State police from the Avondale barracks are investigating a burglary reported in the 1300 block of Hickory Hill Road in Pennsbury Township.
Police said various items were stolen from a barn sometime between March 8 at 10 p.m. and Monday at 1 p.m. Anyone with information is asked to call the barracks at 610-268-2022.
State police are also investigating...
