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Oxford School Board discusses how to utilize American Recovery Plan funding By Marcella Peyre-Ferry Contributing Writer The Oxford School Board met on Jan. 18 at the district’s administration building to discuss how the school district will use funding from the American Recovery Plan (ESSER). The district is expecting roughly $6 million over the next few years, and of that money, 20 percent must be designated to programs that directly address student education time lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This will include items such as summer school, and educational support programs. The rest of the money will be used for other pandemic-related costs such as personal protective equipment, technology, buildings and grounds, services for special needs students and more. These
general categories are included in the federal guidelines. Specific items may come later as the item will come up for board approval in February. The grant application for this money must be submitted by March 1. Calculated on a per-student basis, the total amount is $1,686 per child over the two years of funding. Local resident Carol Colangelo spoke against accepting the grant money because of the federal safety plan regulations that go with it. “I as a stakeholder don’t want the $6 million,” she said during the public comment period. “This $6 million is as corrupt as you can get.” The other speaker under public comment was resident Ronnie Lutz, who also opposed health dictates tied to ESSER funding. Continued on page 2A
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Medic 94 receives state funding for equipment upgrades
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State Sen. Carolyn Comitta (center left) and Bob Hotchkiss, Chief Executive Officer of Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services/Medic 94 (center right), display a new Philips Tempus ALS Cardiac Monitor defibrillator. Comitta secured $50,000 in state funding to support the purchase of the new equipment for the EMS organization.
State Sen. Carolyn Comitta recently secured $50,000 in state funding for Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services/MEDIC 94 to support the purchase of new Philips Tempus
ALS Cardiac Monitor defibrillators, for its licensed paramedic units. The funding helped put the nonprofit organization over the finish line in its capital campaign to make the vital equipment upgrades to all its
paramedic units. Comitta, who serves on the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, said the investments come at a critical time as residents, Continued on page 2A
New Garden board hears proposals for erosion repair, development and outdoor movie theater By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer The New Garden Township Board of Supervisors discussed a wide variety of township-related topics at their Jan. 18 meeting that ranged from erosion repair, progress on the Village of Toughkenamon and introducing an outdoor movie
theater at Saint Anthony’s in the Hills. At the township’s request, Beth Uhler, an environmental project manager with Cedarville Engineering, provided an overview of a recent study that found erosion issues along Mercer Mill Road, which she said is creating uncontrolled stormwater runoff along the road
-- the result of cumulative and impervious surfaces over the past several years and more frequent and intense flooding and rainfall events. The uncontrolled stormwater runoff is causing erosion to the roadside, excessive stream conversion through several private properties and affecting a masonry culvert located underneath the
road and affecting a stormwater basin that is serving a subdivision. The erosion has been exacerbated by the road’s steepness, Uhler said. “All of these issues are affecting the water quality of the tributary as well as the east branch of the White Clay Creek,” she said. “Not many people fully understand the negative impacts
that sediment can have on water quality. It’s one of the most significant impacts by volume in terms of any pollutant. In addition, nutrients like phosphorous can attach to sediment particles and exacerbate water quality levels.” Uhler then proposed four potential solutions to the Continued on page 4A
Kennett Township to explore ideas for a coat of arms design By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer During his campaign to become a supervisor for Kennett Township in 2021, Geoffrey Gamble said that he would try to leave a significant imprint on a job that he promised would see only one six-year term. At the board’s Jan. 19 meeting – and Gamble’s first full meeting as a supervisor – his recommendation
that the township create a coat of arms seal may leave a dignified and permanent imprint on the township for years to come. “I think that we should adopt something more sophisticated, quite honestly, to mark our history, our progress and our future,” Gamble said, referring to the origin of the township’s name, when Francis Smith, a landowner on Pocopson Creek, is said to have named
the area after his birthplace in England -- the Valley of the Kennet River, a tributary of the Thames River in southern England. Gamble referred to the graphic identities found in the coats of arms for the three original Pennsylvania counties: the County of Philadelphia’s seal featured a sailing ship, Bucks County’s seal featured a plow, and Chester County used three wheat sheaves,
called ‘garbs’ on a green field, in its seal. Throughout his presentation, Gamble referenced other coats of arms now seen in other Pennsylvania municipalities, including the design used by the Borough of Kennett Square, which he called “artistically pleasing,” as well as East Marlborough, Pennsbury and New Garden, all of which incorporate a signature element of their community in their coats of
arms. “Municipal arms should be aesthetically pleasing, simple, timeless and relatively unique,” Gamble said. “In exploring unique features in Kennett Township, the obvious choice would seem to be the Old Kennett Meeting building. The problem with this choice is that it looks like every other historic building throughout the Commonwealth, Continued on page 2A
Chester County Hospital to receive state funding to expand capacity In part of the effort to address the devastating closure of two hospitals in the county, $2.1 million in state funding is being allocated for the expansion of inpatient and emergency department capacity at Chester County Hospital
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State Sen. Carolyn Comitta, State Rep. Christina Sappey, and State Rep. Dianne Herrin announced that they have secured more than $2.1 million in total state funding to support expanding inpatient and emergency department capacity at Chester County Hospital.
The funding, made available through the federal American Rescue Plan, comes at a crucial time as communities across the county face Tower Health’s decision to close Jennersville Hospital in southern Chester County and impending plans to close Brandywine Hospital in the
Coatesville area at the end of this month. Comitta, who serves on the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, said the funds will significantly help Chester County Hospital and its emergency department deal with an expected influx of patients due to the closures.
“These are vital and timely investments in our public healthcare and emergency care infrastructure in Chester County – investments that were especially needed in emergency and behavioral health even before the pandemic and well before Tower abruptly announced the hos-
pital closures,” Comitta said. “Of course, both those factors substantially added to the urgency and severity of the situation. Fortunately, we were able to respond quickly to access additional resources and are working to expedite the projects.” Continued on page 3A
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families and communities in southern Chester County face the impacts of Tower’s Health’s abrupt decision to close Jennersville Hospital. “Our emergency first responders and response organizations need the most advanced tools and technology to provide the best care to residents in their time of greatest need,” she said. “These investments will help Medic 94 paramedics communicate seamlessly with emergency room doctors when lives are on the line and every second counts. “I want to thank all of our paramedics and emergency first responders across Chester County for their ongoing work in the face of the unprecedented challenges of this evolving
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not to mention the seal of neighboring New Garden Township.” While incorporating a mushroom into the design of the seal would make reference to the significance of the industry on the township and region, Gamble said that because Kennett Square is already known as “the mushroom capitol of the world,” incorporating a mushroom in the township’s seal may be a form of “piggy-backing” on a well-established identity. He suggested the idea of using an image of a sycamore tree, such as the one that stands next to the Township Building. “In colonial times, a syca-
pandemic, coupled with the impacts of sudden hospital closures.” The new monitors are critical to expanding the pre-hospital scope of care that first responders can provide while en route to emergency rooms, especially in light of the closure of Jennersville Hospital. They offer a unique combination of diagnostic tools that can communicate vital patient information directly to emergency rooms via a secure, real-time data stream. This complete end-to-end system allows emergency departments to better prepare for rapid treatment, leading to better patient outcomes. “This valuable funding championed by Senator Comitta will allow MEDIC 94 to purchase this valuable piece of life-saving equipment,” said Bob Hotchkiss,
chief executive officer. “Our dedicated and talented paramedics will now have the Philips Tempus ALS monitor available for use with all of our patients.” Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services/ Medic 94 updated and replaced its cardiac monitor defibrillators, which are nearing the end of their 15-year lifespan, through funding and support from the community, businesses, and municipalities, as well as the state. It is estimated that the monitors will be used an average of eight times per day, every day for the next 15 years, meaning nearly 44,000 patients will be treated with the Tempest ALS over its lifespan. Comitta said that she, along with county officials and the state legislative delegation, continue to work diligently toward a long-term
more planted by a stream signified a drinkable water source,” Gamble said. “Indeed along the Red Clay Creek today in the township, sycamore trees are still found in growing abundance, no doubt descendants of their colonial ancestors. I can find very few Pennsylvania townships that have trees on their seals or arms and none with a sycamore. “This tree, either alone or standing by the Red Clay [Creek], might be the symbol of our municipal arms.” As for the township’s seal design, Gamble suggested that it be oval in shape, and surrounded by two oak branches in autumn colors, in keeping with the township’s existing signature font, found on its signage, letterhead and website. In
addition, he also suggested that the crest include a wheat sheaf – symbolic of both Chester County and Kennet, England – and include both “Kennett Township” and the year 1704, when the township was incorporated. “My intention here tonight is not to present this for any kind of a vote, but to seek input -- be it favorable or unfavorable -- and to solicit other suggestions and ideas,” Gamble said. “Although there is certainly no urgency with respect to this matter, a real township symbol would mark a new beginning for us all, both from the theft [of $3.2 million of township funds by former manager Lisa Moore] and from the catastrophic pandemic we have just endured.
solution for Jennersville and Brandywine Hospitals and the many residents and families who rely on them. “While these improvements and upgrades may not be a substitute for brickand-mortar hospitals and emergency rooms, they are much-needed and could not come soon enough to help ensure quality emergency care for our growing population,” she said. Medic 94 is a regional advanced life support (ALS) service operated by Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services, Inc., a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to provide ALS services across southern Chester County. This is accomplished through strong partnerships with fire-company-based ambulance services in Oxford, West “Remember, though, the old saying: ‘A camel is a horse put together by a committee,’ and with heraldry and symbols, simple is best.” Gamble asked those attending the meeting online to offer ideas to him on the proposed design of the township’s coat of arms via e-mail: geoffrey.gamble@ kennett.pa.us. In other township business, the supervisors approved the extension of an existing land management contract with The Land Conservancy for Chester County (TLC). Under the terms of the contract, TLC will provide land maintenance service for Barkingfield Park and the
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Looking ahead in the budget process, the board voted to limit any tax increase to no more than 4.7 percent, the district’s limit under the state’s Act 1 Index. A tax increase, if any, could be at any level up to that limit. The Oxford School Board, like other Pennsylvania school boards, will be
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Paramedic Sergeant John Ryan of Medic 94 demonstrates how the Philips Tempus ALS Cardiac Monitor defibrillators work to state Senator Carolyn Comitta. Comitta secured $50,000 in state funding to support the purchase of the new equipment for the EMS organization.
Grove, Avondale, and EMS Southern Chester County in Cochranville. Emergency Medical Services/ To learn more about Medic 94, visit medic94.org
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A proposal by Kennett Township Supervisor Geoffrey Gamble at the board’s Jan. 19 meeting recommended the creation of a coat of arms seal for the township.
township’s Lord Howe and Spar Hill properties. The board also approved the appointment of Lori Stewart to the township’s Historical Commission, who will replace Nick Popovich on the Commission. After the appointment, Gamble
recommended that the township establish a space in the Township Building, “where Kennett Township’s history can be seen by the public.”
working on the spending plans for the 2022-2023 school year in the coming months. A final budget must be approved by the Oxford School Board by the end of June. A policy revision was tabled and returned to the policy committee for further discussion at their Feb. 8 meeting, after it was questioned by board member Jennifer Kehs. While the policy addresses educa-
tion for homeless students, Kehs asked if this also included students who are illegal immigrants. “I think it’s important that we share with the community the fact that this will include illegal immigrants,” Kehs said. She then noted a trend of declining student performance and speculated a relationship. “I feel like we really need to take a look at our school district so we can find out what we are doing wrong,” she said. “If we are accepting [illegal immigrants], it will drive down our test scores.” Woods explained that the district is not permitted to ask immigration status. The change of language to the policy was recommended by auditors to come into compliance with federal regulations. Policies under review are available to the public at the administration building and on the district website.
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To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.
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“The growing mental health crisis and its increasing burden on law enforcement and hospitals is a major concern, so I’m particularly pleased that we were able to access this funding to help Chester County Hospital expand its behavioral health treatment area,” Sappey said. “Chester County Hospital has a longstanding tradition of service to our community and they are the right group at the right time to utilize this funding.” “Chester County Hospital stepped up and helped lead our community through the pandemic from day one, providing vaccinations and emergency services that we very much needed,” said state Rep. Herrin. “This financial support is so well deserved, as the hospital now faces growing urgent care and mental health demands resulting from the new COVID-19 variants and the closure of the two Tower Health facilities. This will further our collective goal to ensure high-quality care for all of our residents.” The state funding includes the following: • $1.4 million for Chester County Hospital to expand its emergency department capacity. The funds will build upon a project that is currently underway to increase its emergency room from 33 to 46 bays. Funds will also be used to construct a special behavioral health treatment area in the emergency department. • $775,000 for Chester County Hospital to restore
42 in-patient beds that were decommissioned when the hospital opened its new Pavilion in the spring of 2020. The funds will support purchasing new equipment and recruiting and acquiring the staff necessary to return the remaining beds to operation in about one to two months. “At Chester County Hospital, our mission is to serve the health care needs of all who come to us for care,” said Michael J. Duncan, president and CEO. “Never in our history has our role been so significant. We are grateful for the support and partnership of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and our local government leaders as we work to advance our mission and care for our community.” The lawmakers also thanked Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan for her support of the American Rescue Plan Act, which is providing billions of dollars in COVID-19 federal relief to the Commonwealth, as well as Senate Democratic Appropriations Committee Chair Vincent Hughes and House Democratic Appropriations Committee Chair Matt Bradford for their work and that of their staffs in accessing this vital support for Chester County residents and families. “At a time when our community is experiencing hospital closures in southern Chester County and increased hospitalizations due to COVID-19, this couldn’t be more welcome news,” said Houlahan. “When the House passed the American Rescue Plan in March of last year, this is exactly the type of community invest-
ment I voted for. Senator Comitta, Representative Sappey, and Representative Herrin are tireless advocates for the people of Chester County, and we stand united in celebrating these federal funds that will expand medical services, including mental health, for countless Pennsylvanians.” Comitta said the investments in more emergency and hospital beds and more treatment availability for those with behavioral health issues will help save lives and manage a potential increase in patients as officials keep working toward a long-term solution for Jennersville and Brandywine Hospitals and the many residents and families who rely on them. Comitta, Sappey, and Herrin also indicated that they, along with county officials and fellow members of the bipartisan state legislative delegation, continue to work diligently toward a sustainable solution for both hospitals.
KSQ Speaker Series: Small towns, smart ideas
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Charles Marohn, Jr, the president and founder of Small Towns, delivered a presentation on Jan. 18 as part of the KSQ Speaker Series, produced by Kennett Collaborative. Marohn’s address, held before an audience of 100 at the Presbyterian Church of Kennett Square, focused on the idea that solving the difficulties of transportation can be best be addressed in increments that prioritize pedestrians and bicyclists over motor vehicles. To learn more about Marohn, visit www.strongtowns.org.
Alma Newlin Educational Fund scholarship applications are available The deadline for healthcare education grants is Feb. 28 The Health and Welfare Foundation of Southern Chester County, which administers the Alma Newlin Education Fund, is reminding students of the pending deadline for submitting applications for the one-time undergraduate health care scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist graduating high school seniors who
are preparing for careers in the human health care field, adult students seeking higher education in human health care, or previously awarded students in undergraduate studies, seeking post-graduate education in human health care. The Alma Newlin Educational Fund was established in 1990 through a generous bequest from
Mrs. Alma Newlin, a longtime resident of Kennett Square. Areas of intended fields of study awarded in the past include nursing, radiation technology, occupational, physical and speech therapies, premed, pre-dentistry and other related human health sciences. The scholarship considers students who reside in
the Avon Grove, Oxford, Kennett, Octorara, and Unionville-Chadds Ford school districts, and carry a 3.0 unweighted GPA. Applications are available online at www.HWFSCC. org under the Funding link. The deadline for submitting applications is Feb. 28. All required documents submitted electronically on or before that date.
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Local News LCH Health and Community Services welcomes new medical director and director of development LCH Health and Community Services (LCH), a federally qualified health center in southern Chester County, recently welcomed new staff to their executive leadership team: Joseph A. Greco, MD, as medical director, and Kate Wickersham, CFRE, as director of development. As medical director, Dr. Greco oversees the providers at LCH’s three locations: community health centers in Oxford and Kennett Square and a specialty care site in West Grove that houses pediatrics, women’s health and prenatal, and dental care. Dr. Greco, who is board certified in family practice, holds a certificate of added qualifications (CAQ) in hospice and palliative care medicine. He is a fellow at the American Academy of Family Physicians, and a diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners. Dr. Greco received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame
and his Doctor of Medicine from the Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. “We are thrilled to have Dr. Greco join our team,” said Ronan W. Gannon, LCH’s chief executive officer. “He has broad experience as a clinical professor, program director, and medical director. His expertise and experience will bring such important leadership and management to our health care staff.” As director of development, Wickersham focuses on spreading the word about LCH’s mission of providing integrated health and community services to southern Chester County: connecting and building relationships with donors as well as managing grants and other funding opportunities. “Kate has so much heart for the work that we do as a community health center,” said Gannon. “I can’t wait for the community to get to know her and share her energy in our mission.” Kate has a bachelor’s degree from
Widener University and is a certified fund raising executive (CFRE). Both Dr. Greco and Wickersham have close ties to Chester County. Dr. Greco resided in Phoenixville for over 20 years. He moved away from the area two years ago and was working in central California for Adventist Health. During the pandemic, he worked closely with
an immigrant farming community in the Central Valley. “After two years away, I was ready to return to my roots here in Chester County at a community health center like LCH,” said Dr. Greco. “This is a wonderful community, and I can’t wait to reacquaint myself with the area.” Wickersham has lived in Chester County for most of
her life, raising her family and growing in her profession. “I love this area,” Wickersham said. “Our community is so connected and passionate about supporting one another. LCH’s mission of providing quality, integrated health care to all in our community, and truly being patient centered is exciting. I look
forward to serving Chester County with the amazing team at LCH Health and Community Services.” Dr. Greco and Wickersham are a part of the executive leadership team at LCH, a group of seven staff that oversee ninety LCH staff members across its three locations. LCH provides care for over 8,000 patients each year.
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and relocating the tributary. The cost estimates for these projects, Uhler said, would range from $1.25 million to $2.3 million, but could be paid for in part by several outside funding sources. Another proposal to reduce the erosion problem along the road, Uhler said, would be for the township to engage local residents to participate in a volunteer
green infrastructure pilot program that would involve best management practices such as rain gardens, infiltration trenches, rain barrels and the removal of impervious surfaces. Board chairman Steve Allaband said that creating solutions for the erosion issues along Mercer Mill Road would be given high priority, “given the fact that
at times the intersection of Mercer Mill Road and Penn Green Road floods out and washes into the roadway,” he said. “It needs to be fixed.”
working in step with utility companies. Overall, the Toughkenamon Streetscape & Transportation Improvement Plan supports a mixed-use business corridor along Newark Road, Baltimore Pike and Main Street that will include sidewalks, safe routes to public transportation, crosswalks, pedestrian amenities, ADA considerations, landscaping, a park, and overall beautification of the village. The revitalization of the village is expected to coincide with PennDOT’s project to improve the intersection of Newark Road and Baltimore Pike, which is programmed with over $14.6 million in federal and state funds on DVRPC’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
roadblocks to the proposal that included finding and preparing adequate parking and access; potential wear and tear on the soccer field; lighting issues and possible interference with the township’s short- and longterm plans to develop Saint Anthony’s into a township park and nature area. The board agreed to continue discussions about the proposal, which if eventually agreed to, may join another outdoor movie theater that is being suggested by another Delaware-based company to open at the 2,000-seat Greekstyle amphitheater. Reiner said that the site is currently being studied by the township’s engineers to explore necessary upgrades that would bring the site up to safety standards. In other township news, Kennett Library Board of Trustees President Jeff Yetter and new Library Director Chris Manna provided an update on the construction of the new library, which recently began construction on State Street in Kennett Square and is expected to open in May 2023. Manna provided an update of the success of the library’s educational programs including its Adult Literacy Program, where over the last two years 28 students have become American citizens. Manna also introduced additional resources for township residents who will use the new library, which will include maker’s rooms for adults and children; a center to provide assistance to small businesses; a children’s film series made up of short films created by students using library equipment; and the ability that will allow children to develop their technology and social skills through the use of robots. Yetter said that the library’s capital campaign to raise the $21.1 million needed for construction recently passed the $14 million mark. “Last year at this time we were at about $8 million,” he said. “We have been raising money at an average of $500,000 per month.”
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board that would repair the problems occurring along the road: the installation of subsurface detention and infiltration beneath Mercer Mill Road; the restoration and stabilization of nearby streambanks; replacing the masonry culvert; and retrofitting the stormwater basin
Courtesy photos Joseph A. Greco, MD, is the new medical director for Kate Wickersham recently joined LCH Health and LCH Health and Community Services, a federally qualiCommunity Services as a director of development. fied health center in southern Chester County.
Toughkenamon Streetscape Plan likely to receive funding Natasha Manbeck and Stephen Giampaolo of McMahon Associates, Inc. told the supervisors that the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) selection committee has identified the Toughkenamon Streetscape and Improvement Project as a candidate to receive regional funding in the amount of $965,000. Manbeck said that the project is on the DVRPC’s board agenda for its Jan. 27 meeting, at which time the board will select the regional projects that will receive the grant. The grant is likely to come from the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside program (TASA), that provides funding for projects and activities defined as transportation alternatives, including onand off-road pedestrian and bicycle facilities, infrastructure projects for improving non-driver access to public transportation and enhanced mobility, community improvement activities and environmental mitigation. If received, the grant will pay for construction and construction inspection of a key phase of the plan, which includes extending streetscape improvements along Newark Road from the improvements for the Baltimore Pike intersection to East Penn Railroad, and also provide a connecting sidewalk along Main Street between Newark Road and Center Street. In anticipation of that award, Manbeck said McMahon Associates has submitted a design proposal to the township to complete the engineering and permitting process in accordance with the grant program requirements. Giampaolo said that McMahon Associates -- the project’s designer – will be required to go through several stages, including receiving approval from PennDOT’s District 6 for various traffic, safety and ADA reviews and
An outdoor movie theater in New Garden?
The supervisors also discussed a proposal to dedicate a five-acre space in the township to introduce an outdoor movie theater that if approved, would begin screening films as early as April – possibly at Saint Anthony’s in the Hills. The concept is being proposed to the township by Bob Weir, the technical director for The Playhouse at the Grand Opera House in Wilmington. In 2020, Weir opened the two-screen Bear Drive-In, which is located in a vacant lot behind the Lowes Home Improvement Center that became the first outdoor movie theater in Delaware since 2008. Township manager Ramsey Reiner said that the property Weir had been leasing for the theater is now being developed, which prompted his interest in New Garden Township. In conversations with Reiner, Weir suggested the idea of placing the theater at the soccer fields at Saint Anthony’s. His proposal would call for the theater to be open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the months of April, May, September, October and November; and from Wednesday through Sunday throughout June, July and August. To contact Staff Writer In general discussion, the Richard L. Gaw, email board listed a few potential rgaw@chestercounty.com.
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‘The perpetrators prey on the most vulnerable members of our society…’
Cracking down on human trafficking in Pennsylvania
On this page, you’ll find some information related to human trafficking and the efforts to raise awareness about this terrible plague on our society. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month in the U.S. Pennsylvania Courts launched an awareness campaign to educate Pennsylvanians about the signs and risk factors of the many forms human trafficking can take, as well as the resources available for victims of human trafficking. Human trafficking is a type of human rights abuse where people profit from the exploitation of others – mainly using force, fraud or coercion to manipulate victims into engaging in sex acts or labor services in exchange for something of value. Anyone under age 18 who exchanges sex for something of value are considered human-trafficking victims, regardless of whether force, fraud or coercion is involved. Human trafficking isn’t something we think of as being a major problem in the United States, but the truth is that there are many instances of human trafficking that take place throughout Pennsylvania—including right here in Chester County. According to data from the Pennsylvania Courts, there have been 876 human-trafficking offenses where charges were filed in Pennsylvania over the last five years. Of course, those are only the instances when charges could be filed. There are many other instances of human trafficking that never get reported to the authorities. Chester County’s proximity to major cities like Philadelphia and Wilmington, as well as its proximity to major traffic routes like I-95 make it a prime location for human trafficking. Part of the effort to combat human trafficking includes simply making people more aware of the problem so that they can keep an eye out for some of the warning signs that a person might be a human trafficking victim. At their first public meeting of 2022, Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell and Michelle Kichline proclaimed January as National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. The Commissioners’ proclamation noted that “recognition should be given to the advocates, social service agencies and counselors who provide care to survivors of these acts of physical and psychological trauma; for law enforcement personnel who work to bring offenders to justice; and modern-day abolitionists who work to prevent new victims.” Chester County District Attorney Deb Ryan said, “Human trafficking is a despicable crime that harms countless children and adults around the globe. The perpetrators prey on the most vulnerable members of our society because they believe no one will speak up for them. Support for Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month places a spotlight on this horrible crime and reminds everyone how important is it to remain vigilant to help those in crisis.” Ryan’s point about human traffickers preying on the most vulnerable members of our society is important. The people being victimized need our help, and we can all play a small part in combating human trafficking. According to the U.S. Department of State website, “There are estimated to be more than 24.9 million people — adults and children — subjected to human trafficking around the world, including in the United States. Traffickers often take advantage of instability caused by natural disasters, conflict, or a pandemic to exploit others. During the COVID-19 pandemic, traffickers are continuing to perpetrate the crime, finding ways to innovate and capitalize on the chaos.” And where are they doing this? Everywhere. Even right here in Pennsylvania. Nearly one-third of all the human trafficking offenses in the state were prosecuted in nearby Lancaster County—hardly the place that one would expect to account for 30 percent of all the state’s human trafficking offenses. Chester County ranks fourth among counties in Pennsylvania for human trafficking offenses. Also in the top 10 are our neighbors in Montgomery County, Delaware County, and Berks County. We already mentioned where Lancaster County ranks. Just as it’s important to report crimes large and small to local police, if you see something odd, you should say something. Help is available by contacting the following resources: CALL 1-888-373-7888 TEXT HELP to BEFREE (233733) EMAIL help@humantraffickinghotline.org VISIT www.humantraffickinghotline.org
Over the last five years, 876 human-trafficking offenses were charged statewide. Human trafficking is a type of human rights abuse where people profit from
the exploitation of others, mainly using force, fraud or coercion to manipulate victims into engaging in sex acts or labor services in exchange for something of value.
January is human trafficking awareness month and this infographic highlights key court data about human trafficking, including the total number of human-trafficking cases
and offenses over the last five years, defendant demographics and the top 10 counties with the highest number human-trafficking offenses.
Pennsylvania courts launch awareness campaign to help stop human trafficking Pennsylvania courts launched an awareness campaign to educate Pennsylvanians about the signs and risk factors of the many forms human trafficking can take and the resources available for victims of human trafficking. Human trafficking is a type of human rights abuse where people profit from the exploitation of others – mainly using force, fraud or coercion to manipulate victims into engaging in sex acts or labor/services in exchange for something of value. Anyone under age 18 who exchanges sex for something of value are human-trafficking victims, regardless of whether force, fraud or coercion is involved. While there is much wider awareness about sex trafficking in the U.S., human trafficking also encompasses labor trafficking. In a labor trafficking situation, persons are exploited for cheap or unpaid labor and are sometimes forced to take on unreasonable debt as a condition of employment.
Produced by the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts, the human-trafficking awareness campaign includes digital ads and videos running on social media platforms in both English and Spanish. The campaign messaging illustrates a variety of human-trafficking misconceptions and the tactics traffickers may use to manipulate women and men. There is no one-size fits all way to identify a trafficking victim. Human trafficking victimization is complex and can present in numerous, unique ways – sometimes in a courtroom before a judge when a victim or offender is brought up on multiple, unrelated charges. Some common victim indicators for those being trafficked – both in and out of the courtroom – can include: • improper or missing identification • intense fear or emotional numbness • substance use disorder • “branding” tattoos (conveying ownership)
• burns, injuries or cuts • homelessness • seasonally inappropriate clothing • lengthy criminal history • history of past victimization • confusion about court proceedings • unusually resigned to their circumstances • willing to accept a guilty plea without counsel • wants to rush through proceedings • providing “canned” or “scripted” answers • looking toward another person in the courtroom for affirmation before answering questions. By far, the most recognized belief about human trafficking is that it always involves kidnapping or otherwise physically forcing someone into a situation. In reality, most human traffickers use psychological means such as tricking, defrauding, manipulating or threatening victims into providing commercial sex or exploitative labor. In order to best help potential victims, it is important to pay attention
to interactions within our own family, workplace and community. Understanding the vulnerabilities that can pave the way for victimization and being aware of situations that may raise red flags is key. Anyone can be trafficked, but it is no coincidence that traffickers recognize and take advantage of people in vulnerable situations. Trafficking victimization is complicated, and victims do not always selfidentify. The fear, shame, trauma, isolation and manipulation inherent in human trafficking can prevent a victim from seeking help or attempting to leave an exploitative situation, no matter how dangerous. In Pennsylvania, trafficking survivors can petition the court to vacate convictions for prostitution, criminal trespass, disorderly conduct, loitering and prowling at night, obstructing highways and other public passages, and simple possession of a controlled substance if their convictions were sustained as a result of trafficking victimization.
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A trolley, a dance hall and an artist By Gene Pisasale Contributing Writer If you grew up in Pocopson Township, you were near the Brandywine River which has attracted people for generations. Some features of the landscape along the river may be familiar to old-timers who called the area home going back decades. The West Chester Street Railway, the Lenape Dance Pavilion and Lenape Park are three that come to mind, features which are all nearly gone, but which hold important places in the heritage of the region. During the 1890s, the West Chester Street Railway developed land in the township along the eastern shore of the Brandywine which had previously supported a grist mill and a picnic area. Previously known as Sagerville, the area came to be called Lenape with the addition of the Post Office of that name. The company built an amusement facility—Lenape Park—to promote ridership on the trolley line which ran there from West Chester. According to author Phyllis Recca, curator of an exhibit at the Chadds Ford Historical Society featuring the park, the site offered amusement rides and a boardwalk, as well as swimming and canoeing. Around the same time, the trolley company constructed a dance pavilion on the western bank next to Lenape Station, which offered service on the trol-
Lenape Station circa 1900s, originally built as Sagerville station. Postcard courtesy Becky Rogers
ley and the Wilmington and Northern railroad. The park attracted large crowds, but by the early 1920s it was sold to the Gibney family. The railway retained ownership of the dance pavilion. The trolley continued to be in frequent use by travelers, but with the advent of the automobile, ridership waned. It made its last run to Lenape Station in November 1929. After the trolley stopped running, John Gibney purchased the dance hall to create a vibrant entertainment site. He succeeded—events were held there on weekdays and Saturdays, promoted along with advertisements for Lenape Park. According to Recca, young people enjoyed “committee dances” on Friday nights, while big band dances attracted adults on both Wednesdays and Saturdays. Gibney had luck for a while; the Park and the pavilion were quite popular, but with the onset of the Great Depression, revenues dried up. By 1937, Gibney gave up on
the dance hall and later sold it to T. Frank Walsh. Walsh was a loner, described by some as a free spirit despite having a college education and a previous career as a CPA. He resided in the dance hall, which had few amenities, living a meager existence, using a woodburning stove and a crude toilet which emptied into the river nearby. Children loved to visit Walsh in his dance hall home. They would sometimes chop wood or help paint the roof. He mesmerized them with stories of local Indians, poetry and Greek mythology. Walsh survived by repairing canoes for Gibney; he collected old broken paddles, repainting them and giving them names. Walsh loved the back-to-nature lifestyle. He named the dance hall the Aeolian Place, after Aeolus, the Greek god of the wind. Walsh remained there until his death in 1968. Another free spirit, artist Tom Bostelle purchased the dance hall following
Lenape Dance Hall circa 1900s, courtesy Chester County Historical Society.
Walsh’s death. The pavilion became his home and studio; he called it the Aeolian Palace Gallery. Bostelle never upgraded the building, living there in a bohemian lifestyle. His work “Lenape Jesus” is considered a local classic. It is now in the collection of the Brandywine River Museum of Art. After initially painting portraits, including one of fellow artist Horace Pippin (currently in the National Portrait Gallery), Bostelle became more avant-garde, creating shadowy images of his subjects. One of his paintings- on the wall inside the pavilion- displays a mysterious likeness of a person walking upstairs away from the viewer toward an eerie figure looking down. He also created numerous metal silhouette sculptures of various characters which he displayed along the riverbank, an unusual “gathering” for people to
Tom Bostelle circa 1977, courtesy Aeolian Palace Gallery brochure.
Painting by Tom Bostelle inside Dance Hall.
Lenape Dance Hall abandoned, circa 2016.
Photograph of T. Frank Walsh, courtesy Edward Pettit.
Collapsed Dance Hall, circa September 2021.
Dance Hall advertisement, courtesy Delaware County Daily Times June 10, 1924.
see. Tom Bostelle passed away in 2005. Bostelle’s former home sat vacant for years. A private party purchased the building with intentions of renovation, but nothing was ever done. The pavilion was subject to the vagaries of nature; travelers could see the structure continually deteriorating. Brandywine floodwaters broke down its foundation, as they had done to structures at the nearby Lenape Park (renamed Brandywine Picnic Park). The Park was closed in 2019. In September 2021, in a final blow to the area, extreme flooding along the Brandywine caused the dance hall to collapse, its
rickety shell barely standing above the ground. The Park on the eastern bank was stripped of most structures. The trolley line has disappeared, and one can only see the tracks of the Wilmington and Northern railroad. The Park and dance pavilion have largely been destroyed, leaving only memories of their former “lives” bringing pleasure to thousands. Today you can view vestiges of what was once a vibrant place… and if you listen closely, when the wind blows, you can almost hear the joyous shouts of visitors from days gone by… Gene Pisasale is an historian, author and lecturer based in Kennett Square. His ten books focus on the history of the Chester County and Philadelphia area. His latest book is “Forgotten Founding Fathers: Pennsylvania and Delaware in the American Revolution.” His books are available on his website at www.GenePisasale. com and on www.Amazon. com. Gene can be reached via e-mail at Gene@ GenePisasale.com.
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Obituaries THOMAS EDWIN BELL, JR. Thomas “Tom” Bell, Jr., a resident of Kennett Square, passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, in Chester County Hospital. Born April 19, 1928, he grew up in Perth Amboy, N.J. before moving to Philadelphia. He was pre-deceased by his wife of 64 years, Katherine Virginia Bell, who passed away in 2013. A graduate of Carson Long Military Institute in Carlisle, Pa., he was a Pennsylvania All-State baseball player and football player, and he remained an avid fan of the Phillies and Eagles. Upon graduation Tom enlisted in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Nara, Japan as part of the military occupation force from 1946 to 1948. After being honorably discharged, he attended Pennsylvania Military College (now Widener University) where he was also active-duty for the
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Army Reserves while there. After receiving his degree in business and accounting, Tom had a long and successful management career working in the aviation and automotive industries before moving to Kennett Square and becoming a general manager in the mushroom growing and canning industry. He finished his business career serving as president of Oxford Royal Mushrooms, Inc. before retiring. Those who knew Tom came to love his sense of humor, kindness and sharp business mind. In his final days, he was reading about self-driving cars, hoping the Phillies will do better next season and telling his sons not to get their hopes up about the Eagles. He is survived by his sister, Mary Guttierez of San Diego, Calif., a son, Jeffrey Bell and daughter-in-law, Lisa of Kennett Square and a stepson, Richard Haviland and daughter-in-law, Linda, of West Chester. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to contribute to the Wounded Warrior Project in his name. https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org. Arrangements are being handled by the Kuzo Funeral Home in Kennett Square. Please visit Mr. Bell’s online memorial by going to www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
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Betty Lou Griffith, originally from Kennett Square, passed away on Jan. 16 at Twin Pines Health Care Center in West Grove. She was 84. She was the wife of the late James E. Griffith, Sr., who died in 1998 and with whom she shared 43 years of marriage. Born in February 1937 in Chatham, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Joseph R. and Elsie Walker Pennington. She was a graduate of Kennett High School. She was a homemaker and seamstress known to many residents of the Kennett area. She was previously a member of the Kennett Square Presbyterian Church and actively participated in, or chaired many events, including the annual Strawberry Festival and White Elephant Sale. She was Cookie Chairman for the local Girl Scout troop for many years during her daughter’s participation in scouts. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, including her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and loved watching all the Philadelphia professional sports teams. Betty was predeceased by two sons, James E. Griffith, Jr. and Michael J. Griffith, one brother, Joseph, and one sister, Marge. She is survived by one sister, Carol, her four daughters, Marlene Wilkinson (John) of Landenberg, Sharon Roman of Nottingham, Susan Crossan of Avondale, and Sandra Petro, of Manheim, Pa.; twelve grandchildren, John, Jr., Silas, Angelique, John Thomas, Nicholas A., Ashley, Tacara, Nicholas J., Michael, Jr., Andrew, Cassandra and Dylan and twenty-seven great-grandchildren. A private visitation was held on Jan. 20 at the Kuzo Funeral Home in Kennett Square. The interment was at Union Hill Cemetery in Kennett Square. Arrangements are being handled by the Kuzo Funeral Home. Please visit Betty’s online memorial by going to www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
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Obituaries MARIA PROVINA ANGELUCCI Maria Provina (Mastrangelo) Angelucci, of Kennett Square, passed away on Jan. 16 at her home while surrounded by her family. She was 67. She was the wife of Ernesto “Ernie” A. Angelucci, with whom she shared 43 years of marriage. Born in Lama Dei Peligni, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Attilio Mastrangelo and the late Trevilina Angelucci Mastrangelo. She lived in Lausanne, Switzerland for ten years before moving to the United States and was fluent in Italian, French, and English languages. Maria was gifted with “healing hands.” She helped many people as a licensed massage therapist at Picone Beauty and Wellness Spa in Kennett Square for many years. She was a longtime member of St. Patrick Church in Kennett Square. She was truly a special person at the core of our family, loving wife, wonderful mother and mother-in-law, caring grandmother, and an inspiration to all. Maria enjoyed planning family events, cooking, and spending lots of time with her grandchildren, who referred to her as “Nonni.” With her charm, simple elegance, kindness, and generosity she touched many many people all around the world. She always put others before herself and wanted to be sure everyone was taken care of. In addition to her husband Ernie, Maria is survived by one daughter, Lisa Skelley and her husband Andrew of West Grove; one son, Anthony Angelucci and his wife Ann of West Chester; one sister, Rosa Mastrangelo and her husband Carlo Aufiero of Montoro Italy; her mother-in-law, Filomena Angelucci of Kennett Square; brother-in-law, Luigi Angelucci and his wife June of Narvon, Pa, two nephews, Gennaro Aufiero of Castronno Italy and Attilio Aufiero of Rome Italy, and four grandchildren, Ava and Jaxson Skelley and Alena Marie and Anthony Dominic Angelucci. The Mass of Christian Burial was held on Jan. 22 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kennett Square. Interment was at St. Patrick Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital at this link http:// givingpages.upenn.edu/rememberingMaria. Arrangements are by Matthew J. Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. (484-734-8100). To view her online obituary, please visit www.griecofunerals.com.
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DR. JOHN J. HURT Dr. John J. Hurt, enfolded in the love of his family, passed away at his home in Kennett Square on January 15. He was 83. He had been in good health until Jan. 12, when he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Joyce Ash Hurt; his daughter, Christiane Hurt and her husband Blake Rahn of Chapel Hill, N.C.; his son, Charles Hurt and his wife Trisha Hurt of Seattle, Wash.; and his brother, Robert H. Hurt and his wife Virginia Armat Hurt of Washington, DC. Other survivors include his grandchildren, Griffin Rahn, Calder Rahn, Carson Hurt, and Annalea Hurt; as well as his sister-in-law, Elaine Robey and her husband John Robey of Virginia Beach, Va. His first wife, Anne Phelps Griffin of Troutville, Va. died in 1986. John joined the faculty of the Department of History at the University of Delaware in 1969 and taught there until his retirement in 2015, when he became Professor Emeritus. He served as Chair of the History Department from 2008 until 2013, served the University in several additional administrative appointments, and always enjoyed teaching students. John’s skill as a classroom teacher and his insatiable appetite for reading made him a popular lecturer during his and his wife’s years living in the West Chester area and later at the Kendal-Crosslands Community in Kennett Square. His book reviews blended teaching with a generous helping of his trademark dry humor and quick wit. His academic focus was European history with a specialty in seventeenth and eighteenth century France. He also taught courses on the French Revolution and Napoleon. However, later in his career he focused on military history and World War II. He taught a survey course on military history, and an upper-level course on World War II. He led frequent student tours to Europe with regular visits to Normandy and other World War II and World War I battlefield sites. With coauthor Steven E. Sidebotham, he published in 2014 a widely reviewed book, Odyssey of a Bombardier: The POW Log of Richard M. Mason. The book recounts Mason’s arduous experiences and includes his talented drawings from his time as a prisa connection to southern Chester County are charged a modest fee. Obituaries appear on the Wednesday
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oner of the Germans after his B-17 “Flying Fortress” bomber was shot down over France in 1944. John also published Louis XIV and the Parlements, the first scholarly study of the political and economic relationship of Louis XIV to French judicial bodies: the parlements of Paris and provincial tribunals. John conducted his research in France over a period of years by locating and analyzing original 17th and 18th Century texts. His work upended some theories of how King Louis XIV’s actions shaped the history of early France and the monarchies of Europe. A native of Atlanta, John was a summa cum laude graduate of Mercer University in Macon, Ga., and earned both his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in history as a Fulbright Scholar at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He served on active duty as a Military Intelligence officer in the U.S. Army in Washington, and in Europe, from 1962 to 1964, in between his M.A. and Ph.D. studies at Chapel Hill. John and Joyce were longtime parishioners of Westminster Presbyterian Church in West Chester. John served as an usher, was an active member of the Tuesday Fellowship group where he gave frequent talks, and led classes for the adult Sunday School. More than anything, John was a family man. He loved traveling with Joyce, visiting his grandchildren, learning about new parts of the world, and was continuously working to master his German language skills. He will be remembered for his “zapping” game that made children squeal, his constant newspaper reading, and his endless love of books. He is leaving a deep legacy of curiosity and learning for all who knew him. He was deeply loved and will be remembered always. A memorial service will be delayed until people can safely assemble. The family will notify friends and loved ones when details of a future service are available. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the University of Pennsylvania Hospice Friends Fund or the Crosslands Residents’ Association, stipulating the “Crosslands Library Fund” at address 1660 East Street Rd, Kennett Square, Pa. 19348, in honor of John. Arrangements are by Matthew J. Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. (484-734-8100). For online condolences, please visit www.griecofunerals.com. com. Photos should be sent as .jpeg attachments to the obituary text. To submit an obituary to the
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Local News Willis-Barksdale to head Lincoln University Foundation Ava Willis-Barksdale is joining Lincoln University as the vice president for institutional advancement and executive director of the Lincoln University Foundation. Willis-Barksdale is a masters-prepared educational professional with over 30 years of success in organizations across the disciplines of education and healthcare with concentration in the areas of advancement, program building, organizational leadership, and human resources management. Her experience
includes special expertise in leadership of teams in planning, implementing and evaluating strategic initiatives, and in preparation of fundraising opportunities, grant proposals and reports. She also has advanced skills in operational management including budget preparation and negotiation, as well as fiscal management of programs and departments. “Throughout her career, Willis-Barksdale has focused on creating strong mentor/mentee relationships while simultaneously focusing entire
staff on specific strategies,” said Lincoln University President Brenda A. Allen. “These skills are vital to the success of Lincoln’s advancement functions during this transition period. Building a culture of transformational philanthropy that can be sustained in support of student access and student success is a top priority for the university. “I am delighted that a highly experienced professional who is knowledgeable about the higher education landscape is joining our senior leadership team at Lincoln.”
Willis-Barksdale is a native of Buffalo, New York. She has earned degrees from Oakwood College in Huntsville, Alabama, and University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her career in higher education includes serving as a program director, an instructor in chemistry, and director of a Center of Excellence for Multicultural Medicine before moving into the area of development and fundraising. She has authored various successful grants, initiated processes for the implementation/replace-
ment of development systems, and led initiatives to enhance all areas of advancement function. The appointment of Willis-Barksdale provides an opportunity for Lincoln University to build a dynamic advancement team committed to using best practices to achieve the university’s goals. Ava is married to Byron Barksdale and has three adult children, Andrea, Angela and Byron II, as well as four grandchildren, Tyler, Ayanna, Alex and Ava.
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Estate of William E. Ray Jr., Late of Landenberg, Township of County Chester, PA, LETTERS of Administration on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, Philip Ray, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Estate of William E. Ray Jr. 2 Saddle Court Landenberg, PA 19350. 1p-12-3t
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Oxford Borough Council, Chester County, Pennsylvania, at a public meeting scheduled on Monday, February 14, 2022, commencing at 7:00 p.m., to be held at the Borough Building, 1 Octoraro Alley, Oxford, Pennsylvania, will conduct a public hearing to consider and possibly enact an ordinance repealing previous ordinances regarding the NonUniform Pension and adopting a Pension Plan document, the full text of which follows. The ordinance can be examined at the Chester County Law Library, 201 West Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania and the Borough Building at the above address during regular business hours. Copies of the ordinance may be obtained at a charge not greater than the cost thereof. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF OXFORD, CHESTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, REPEALING PREVIOUS ORDINANCES REGARDING THE NONUNIFORM PENSION AND ADOPTING A PENSION PLAN DOCUMENT SECTION 1: REPEALER. This Ordinance specifically replaces all other ordinances or parts of ordinances
establishing provisions for the Oxford Borough Non-Uniformed Pension Plan. This ordinance replaces the retirement plan for the Non-Uniform employees of Oxford Borough through the adoption of the Oxford Borough Non-Uniform Retirement Plan. SECTION 2: ESTABLISHMENT This ordinance establishes a retirement plan for the Non-Uniformed Employees of Oxford Borough through the adopting of the Plan Document effective: January 1, 2014. SECTION 3: SAVINGS PROVISIONS In the event that any provision, section, sentence, clause or part of the Retirement Plan shall be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect or impair any remaining provision, section, sentence, clause or part of the Retirement Plan, it being the intent of the Borough that such remainder shall remain in full force and effect. If you are a person with a disability wishing to attend the aforementioned meeting and require auxiliary aid, service or other accommodation to observe or participate in the proceedings, please contact the Borough (610-932-2500) to discuss how your needs may best be accommodated. OXFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL GAWTHROP GREENWOOD, PC Stacey L. Fuller, Solicitor 19-26-1t
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In the Court of Common Pleas of Chester County, Dockett # 2021 -03532-NC Notice is hereby given that the Petition for the Change of Name has been filed in the above-named Court, praying for a decree to change the name of David Jermaine Palmer- Twyman to David Jermaine Palmer. The Court has fixed the 31st day of January 2022 at 2:00 pm in Court room No.3, Chester County Courthouse, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as the time and place for the hearing of said Petitioner, when and where all persons interested may appear and show cause, if any they have, why the prayer of said Petition should not be granted. 1p-26-1t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
DEBT $98,070.30 Property situate in the TOWNSHIP EAST NOTTINGHAM TAX PARCEL # 69-2-90.3 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential dwelling PLAINTIFF: MIDFIRST BANK VS DEFENDANT: JOSEPH A. KELLY & TONYA K. KELLY SALE ADDRESS: 142 Wedgewood Road, Oxford, PA 19363 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. 215-627-1322 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. FREDDA L. MADDOX, 1p-26-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public on-line auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www. bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, February 17th, 2022 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, March 21 st , 2022. 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. 22-2-43 Writ of Execution No. 2017-07085 DEBT $1,086,723.55
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public on-line auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www. bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, February 17th, 2022 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, March 21 st , 2022. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.
Property situate in the TOWNSHIP OF KENNETT
SALE NO. 22-2-40 Writ of Execution No. 2019-04198
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
TAX PARCEL # 62-05-0029 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential dwelling PLAINTIFF: M&T BANK S/B/M HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK VS DEFENDANT: MICHAEL J. FRAGALE SALE ADDRESS: 821 Burrows Run Road, Kennett Township AKA Chadds Ford, PA 19317 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C.215-627-1322
Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets. FREDDA L. MADDOX, 1p-26-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public on-line auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www. bid4assets.com/chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, February 17th, 2022 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, March 21 st , 2022. 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. 22-2-48 Writ of Execution
No. 2015-01455 DEBT $149,507.56 Property situate in the KENNETT TOWNSHIP TAX PARCEL # 62-02J-0003 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential dwelling PLAINTIFF: M&T BANK VS DEFENDANT: DOROTHY N. CONNOLLY & FREDERICK P. MRAZ SALE ADDRESS: 9 Woodchuck Way Lot 9, Kennett Square, PA 19348 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. 215-627-1322 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. FREDDA L. MADDOX, 1p-26-3t
Classifieds Help Wanted Administrative Assistant/Utility Billing London Grove Township is accepting applications to fill a full time office Administrative Assistant/Utility Billing position. Looking for someone who can multitask, is well organized, highly motivated, positive, and dependable and enjoys the benefits of a smaller office. If you are a detail oriented person with computer and customer service skills able to support multiple departments and are skilled in Microsoft Office programs and general accounting, this job is for you. Employee will take on preparing utility bills, processing utility payments, provide accounting and administrative support to the Sewer and Water Department and manage changing priorities while meeting deadlines. Salary will be determined by experience level. Local Government experience is helpful. If you think you are a good fit for this position please email your resume to dmaciejczyk@londongrove.org or send your resume and job application to London Grove Township, 372 Rose Hill Road, West Grove, PA 19390 Attention: Dawn Maciejczyk, Office Manager. Job Type: Full Time Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Dress Code: Business Casual Education: High School or equivalent (required) Experience: Office Equipment: 1 year (Required) General Accounting: 1 year (Required) Financial Principals: 1 year (Required) Customer Service: 2 years (Required)
Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred) Administrative Assistant: 2 years (Preferred) Local Government Experience: (Preferred) Work Location: In Office Work Remotely: No Administrative Assistant/Receptionist/Codes Assistant London Grove Township is accepting applications to fill a full time office Administrative Assistant/Receptionist position. Looking for someone who can multitask, is well organized, highly motivated, positive, and dependable and enjoys the benefits of a smaller office. If you are a detail oriented person with computer and customer service skills able to support multiple departments and are skilled in Microsoft Office programs, this job is for you. Employee will take on a variety of office tasks and manage changing priorities while meeting deadlines. Salary will be determined by experience level. Local Government experience is helpful. If you think you are a good fit for this position please email your resume to dmaciejczyk@londongrove. org or send your resume and job application to London Grove Township, 372 Rose Hill Road, West Grove, PA 19390 Attention: Dawn Maciejczyk, Office Manager. Job Type: Full Time Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Dress Code: Business Casual Education: High School or equivalent (required) Experience: Office Equipment: 1 year (Required) Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred) Customer Service: 2 years (Preferred) Administrative Assistant: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In Office Work Remotely: No
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Obituaries GUY R. REEVES, SR.
VIOLET E. STEELE
Guy R. Reeves, Sr. went home to be with Our Lord and Savior on Jan. 9. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Lynn Reeves. He was born on Nov. 16, 1935 in Oxford, the son of the late Boyd R. Reeves and the late Rosie Belle Reeves. He has eight children, Darlene (Morgan) Reeves Robbins of Bel Air, Md., Tyrone Reeves of Oxford, Jerry (Janie) Reeves of Lancaster, Charlene (Bronell) Reeves Chandler of Sicklerville, Pa., Eric (Sharon) Reeves of Lincoln University, Pa., LaTricia (Adolf) Brew of Middletown, Del., Guy (Shayla) Reeves, Jr. of Baltimore, Md. and Deeborah Reeves Wright of Wilmington, Del. He has 14 and a half grandchildren and five great-grand children. Guy was employed in his earlier years at Phillips Florist, Oxford School District, Delaware Seat Company and later was self-employed at Reeves Used Furniture where he was semi-retired. He was preceded in death by three of his brothers, Joe, Paul and Bobby Reeves. He has two sisters, Elsie Reeves of Oxford and Florence (Bill) Dickinson of Wilmington, Del., and three surviving brothers, Sam (Sissy) Reeves of Avondale, Richard Reeves of Rising Sun, Md. and Jimmy (Donna) Reeves of Glen Mills, Pa. Guy was loved by many. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. He absolutely loved the Lord. His legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone he interacted with. Thanks for all the love and fond memories, Dad! Services to be held on Friday, Jan. 28, at New Destiny Fellowship, 906 E. 16th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802. A viewing will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The funeral services will follow.
Violet E. Steele passed away on Jan. 19 at her home in Oxford. She was 92. She was the wife of John E. “Jack” Steele, with whom she shared 74 years of marriage. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Newton and Della M. Hershour McDowell. Violet was an active member of the Oxford United Methodist Church. She enjoyed working in the church kitchen. Violet took pleasure in cooking and baking, sewing, quilting and recently reading the books from her church library. She is survived by her husband; one son, John E. Steele, Jr. of Oxford; one daughter, Connie Slauch and her husband Peter Slauch of Oxford; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Delmar McDowell and two sisters, Marian Anderson and Deloris McClellan. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 26, at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 86 Pine St., Oxford, where friends and family may visit from 1 to 2 p.m. Interment will be in Oxford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Oxford United Methodist Church, 18 Addison St., Oxford, PA 19363. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
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PAUL L. SMYTH Paul L. Smyth, a longtime resident of West Grove, passed away on Jan. 17 at the Pocopson Home. He was 89. He was the husband of the late Martha Jean (Kelly) Smyth, who passed away in 1993. Born on Sept. 14, 1932, he was the son of the late Oswald and Dora (Drennon) Smyth. Paul worked on a dairy farm and later became the caretaker for Camp Saginaw. He loved watching the Philadelphia sports teams and golf. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing. He is survived by his three grandsons, Mathew Peterson of Pensacola, Fla., Tim Peterson (Dorothy) of West Grove and James Peterson of West Grove. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Victoria, Jacob, Ashley and James. A private burial is planned in Faggs Manor Cemetery. Arrangements by the Foulk Funeral Home of West Grove; please visit Mr. Smyth’s online memorial by going to www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
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