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Volume 153, No. 10

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

U-CF hosts tough conversation about student depression, alcohol and drug use By JP Phillips Correspondent The mood was somber as members of the UnionvilleChadds Ford administration reviewed data on student mental illness, alcohol and drug usage in front of a handful of community members on Feb. 27 in the Patton Middle School auditorium. The Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) is a statewide questionnaire distributed by districts to 6th, 8th, 10th, and 12th graders every two years. District and charter school use is voluntary, as is student participation. Statewide, 973 of 1,666 schools participated. All 12 Chester County school districts took part, and around half of those students completed the survey. The questions are designed to provide data that helps communities identify and address root causes of potentially dangerous behavior. The most recent report is from the fall of 2017.

Questions on sadness and self-worth were designed to uncover potential mental health issues. On average, U-CF middle and high school students self-reported that 26 percent felt sad or depressed most days over the past 12 months. Patton Middle School responses showed a gradual rise every two years, from an average of 15 percent in 2011. The district takes no solace in the fact that U-CF actually measured more favorably than both the county and the state. Statewide, 40 percent of 10th and 12th graders reported sadness or depression most days. “That’s a mental health crisis in the commonwealth, in my opinion,” said school superintendent John Saville. Regarding the district’s students, “one in four students walking around feeling this way is heartbreaking,” he added. Director of Pupil Services Leah Reider talked about risks for suicide. The survey

asked students about stopping regular activities due to sadness. It also asked if suicide was considered, planned or actually attempted. Since students self-reported, answers depended on how they personally interpreted the question. The survey showed that 12 percent of 10th graders reported that they considered suicide, and 4 to 5 percent in grades 8, 10, and 12 attempted suicide. “So, looking at a typical class of 8th graders, there is someone in the room who has indicated they attempted suicide,” Reider said. Again, U-CF compared on the lower side to both the county and state. In 2017, half of high school seniors reported drinking over the past 30 days (which was higher than county and state averages). Seventeen percent of 10th graders, 7 percent of 8th graders, and 4 percent of 6th graders also reported alcohol use. Of the students who did drink, one Continued on Page 6A

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Lydia Munoz, pastor of the Church of the Open Door in Kennett Square, led her congregation at a special service on March 2 that expressed unity against the United Methodist Church’s recent ruling that opposes same-sex marriage and LGBTQ clergy.

Township leaders share ideas at community visioning event By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer Students bring robots to compete...4B

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Sophia Lentz, an 8th-grader at Penn’s Grove Middle School and a member of the Oxford Robotics team, carries her team’s robot into competition at the Pennsylvania State Robotic FIRST Tech Challenge, held March 2-3 at the Oxford Area High School on March 2-3. For a complete story and additional photos, see Page 4B.

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Representatives from five London Grove Township committees shared their ideas with the township’s supervisors on Feb. 28, the content of which will be absorbed into the township’s Community Vision Plan. Held as a means of getting separate groups on the same page of township initiatives, accomplishments and needs, the two-hour session included 18 members from the Parks & Recreation Board, the Emergency Services Committee, the Open Space Committee, the Golf Course Advisory Committee and the township’s Planning Commission.

The Community Vision Plan will be shared with township residents, promotes a shared understanding and acrossthe-board vision by employing its leaders as stakeholders in the township’s future, by identifying and creating an idealistic balance of the community’s values and needs, and addressing emerging trends and issues. “I thought, ‘Do we all have the same common thoughts of where this township should go, and have we had any conversations about where it should go?’” said board chairman Richard Scott-Harper at the beginning of the meeting. “That led us to directing [Township Manager] Ken Continued on Page 2A

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Late in the afternoon of March 2, 40 Methodist parishioners gathered at the Friends Meeting House in Kennett Square to wrap their collective arms in unity against a decision recently made by the leaders of their denomination – one they found appalling, discriminatory and against the principles of their faith. Led by Pastor Lydia Munoz, the Church of the Open Door held “I Will Not Bow Down,” a Holy Communion ceremony that stood in solidarity

with the LGBTQ community, in response to the United Methodist Church’s General Conference in St. Louis on Feb. 26, where by a vote of 438 to 384, church delegates from around the world voted to maintain the church’s Traditional Plan, which rejects same-sex marriages in the church, and does not permit members of the LBGTQ community to serve as clergy. With their vote, delegates rejected the One Church Plan, a measure that would have eased restrictions on LGBTQ clergy and samesex marriages, and allowed

individual churches to decide how they handle issues of same-sex weddings and the sexuality of their clergy. Of the delegates who voted, 43 percent are not United States citizens, and most of that percentage are from African nations with laws against homosexuality. Almost immediately, shock waves of protest from Methodists reverberated worldwide about the decision, which included a comment by the Rev. Tom Berlin of Virginia, who compared the decision to a virus Continued on Page 6A

Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce hands out its annual awards Scott Brown, McCormick Orthodontics, and the Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation receive awards for making a difference in the community By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer In a room filled with public servants, business owners who give back to the community, and people who work for the greater good of many, there was no shortage of worthy candidates to receive the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce’s three top awards—the Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, and Organization of the Year. At the Chamber’s annual awards dinner and dance on March 2, awards were handed out to McCormick Orthodontics, Scott Brown, and the Eli Seth Matthews

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The recipients of the awards during the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner and dance.

Leukemia Foundation— three unquestionably worthy recipients for this year’s honors. Kim Jarvis, the president of the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce board, welcomed the attendees to the event, saying that

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Battin to put together a program, where we can all have a common conversation. We need to make sure that we have open dialogue with each other.” Representatives from the Park & Recreation Committee contained the majority of their comments to the continuing growth of Goddard Park, which is celebrating its 10th year in 2019. Committee members said that over the past year and a half, the group has worked on developing a long-range vision for the park, one that balances the need for preservation of the natural environment with the needs of those who use it. Included in that plan is a goal to develop long-term maintenance and landscaping plans for the park’s pond, trees, invasive plants, rain gardens, trails, riparian buffers and parking area. The committee is also looking into the potential

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proud to be a part of this awesome community,” Jarvis said. She introduced Jim McLeod, the master of ceremonies for the event. McLeod joked that he wanted to dispel the idea that Bryce Harper, the Philadelphia Phillies’ newly signed superstar outfielder, would be stopping by for the chamber’s dinner. Transitioning to the announcement of the

of organizing a community day at the park, installing a tot lot for families and their children, and creating additional parking. As a method of conserving the committee’s budget, a suggestion was made to enlist the volunteer efforts of local scouts and high school groups, as part of their community service projects. Funded by the township’s dedicated earned income tax, the open space efforts in the township have acquired and preserved 2,000 acres of land, much of it in cooperation with allies in conservation. Formed in 2005, the Open Space Committee works closely with the White Clay Wild & Scenic River Program, Natural Lands Trust, the Brandywine Conservancy and the Chester County Agricultural Preservation Board, and continues to meet with prospective land donors at the Township Building, which has resulted in a high success rate for land acquisition. Scott-Harper made a awards recipients, McLeod noted, “It takes a lot of people to make a community a place to live, work, and to raise a family. He quoted boxing great Muhammad Ali, who once said, “The service you do for others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” This was the first year that the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce separated the Organization of the Year and Business of the Year into two categories. The Organization of the Year Award was presented

suggestion to the committee to explore methods of how it identifies potential properties it intends to pursue. Committee consultant David Sweet said that much of those details are included in the committee’s Open Space Resource Plan, currently available on the township’s website. Scott-Harper also suggested that the committee take an aggressive approach of marketing the advantages of preserving property, which can be shared with potential land donors. Formed in 2017, the Emergency Services Committee is developing long-term action plans to consolidate the efforts of the township’s two fire departments – Avondale and West Grove -- in an effort to better provide emergency services to township residents. The committee is training most of its current focus on developing a standard of response times, as a measure to determine the time it takes from an emergency call to the time an emergency unit arrives on

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The London Grove Township Board of Supervisors hosted a community visioning project on Feb. 28, that invited members of five township committees to share their ideas for the township’s future.

the scene of a fire or emergency. The board adopted the standard of response plan at its February meeting. Other priorities for the committee include developing additional strategic action plans that will lead them to 2022; and making sure that fire and EMS departments will carry out the committee’s com-

munity risk reduction plans. Committee chairman Robert Weir said that another overall goal of the committee is to strengthen the way each fire and EMS department functions, with better cost efficiency, and to approach emergency services proactively, rather than reactively. “That’s what this commit-

tee is all about – trying to take a community approach to emergency services,” Weir said. “It’s not just about the reaction. It’s about proactive mitigating and prevention. We have to change the way we think, and we have to change how we approach it.” During their presentation, Frank Scarpato and Rick

Cpl. Scott Brown was named the Citizen of the Year. He is pictured with Mayor Lorraine Bell and Police Chief Sam Iacono.

to the Eli Seth Matthews This foundation was Leukemia Foundation. started by Oxford resident Paul Matthews after his son passed away in 2011. Eli Seth Matthews inspired an entire community with the courageous way that he lived his life

while suffering from a rare form of pediatric cancer. The Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation and a still-growing army of “Eli’s Warriors” carry on the mission to support the fight against pediatric can-

cer with a wide variety of events that raise funds that are used to support cancer research. “I accept this award in honor and in memory of Eli,” Matthews told the audience as he received the

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Local News Schroder of the Planning Commission said they would like to see the township entice a particular kind of commercial business to set down roots in the township. “I’m leaning toward that T.G.I. Fridays, a Chili’s, or a nice family-oriented restaurant, something that you know will be used,” Scarpato said. “I believe that in listening to residents, that everybody wants one. All of the surrounding townships have all of the restaurants, pubs and bars that you could possibly want, but our township is not benefitting from that, because we don’t have that label in place. “It’s our turn. The vision should be to try to encapsulate that and bring it into town. I think if we built it, they will come. I truly believe that this township is in need of something here, in our base.” If the township is looking to open the door to prospective businesses, it should stick to one component of commercial development

and not the other, Schroder suggested. “Retail is dead,” he said. “When you think of retail [today], it is perishable goods and restaurants -- things that have immediacy. You can now have $6,000 worth of merchandise shipped to your door in crates.” Supervisor David Connors said that while increased commercial development will help offset township costs, one of the biggest obstacles to commercial development is the [sewer and water] infrastructure costs to the developer. Scarpato responded to Connors, saying that because the essential infrastructure capability is already in place along GapNewport Pike, the highway is the perfect spot for these businesses to locate. But Scott-Harper said that several years ago, the township’s board made a decision not to invest in the township’s sewer and water infrastructure, and to allow the developers to build the system.

“The problem is that you get that infrastructure where the developer wants it, not where [the township] needs it,” he said. We’ve had multiple conversations over the past few years, and can say, what’s going to be the trigger that’s going to change the philosophy of the township? So we’re going to have to float a bond or something to try to put infrastructure in, if we really want to draw [commercial business].” While the township meeting served as a dovetailing of ideas between committee members, several stakeholders called for an even larger cooperation – perhaps in the form of a regional comprehensive plan -- that links the township with its immediate neighbors. “The question is, ‘Why aren’t we doing something with Avondale and West Grove and somebody else?’ The answer is because none of us can communicate with each other and get on the same page, so [as a result], we’re operating independently,” Schroder said.

Scarpato said that he’s seen a shared sense of cooperation between the Avondale and the West Grove fire departments, and believes that sense of co-ownership could extend to other services between the township and the two boroughs. “It’s a shared opportunity to have two different towns come together as one,” he said. “If that could be the footprint, then why couldn’t it be done in other areas of the township?” For many years, a common argument in the township has centered on whether it is economically wise for London Grove Township to own the Inniscrone Golf Course, which it purchased for $700,000 in 2009. Members of the Golf Course Advisory Committee said the course is on a financial upswing, due to its agreement with the Heathland Hospitality Group, and the work of Course Manager Tom Bolko. Inniscrone has undergone landscaping changes that have improved its 18-hole course, as well as the addi-

tion of new golf carts, signage and course markers; youth leagues; and programs that allow golfers to play at Inniscrone and several other courses in the area. The course’s banquet facilities and clubhouse regularly host wedding and baby showers, anniversary parties and other social events. Committee member Ed Wasno said that in 2017, the course was voted the seventh-highest ranked golf course in Pennsylvania by Golfweek magazine. “There was a big concern as to whether we should keep it or sell [Inniscrone],” Scott-Harper said. “We’ve been doing a lot of analysis of things, and [we learned that] if we just shut the golf course down, it would be a $200,000 expenditure on a yearly basis, just for the township to keep it as open space. When you look at its’ potential to make $25,000 or $30,000 a year, it’s a no-brainer. “I think our hearts were in one place, but now the facts have backed that up.” The community visioning

project sprang from a conversation Scott-Harper had with Battin a year ago. “I went to a meeting of one of our committees, and I didn’t understand what they were doing, and I don’t think they understand what was expected of them from the supervisors,” ScottHarper said. “Most of these members were appointed by previous board members, and when you appoint someone to a board, you generally tell them what you expect and what their responsibilities are, and that wasn’t happening. “I couldn’t blame them for not understanding what we wanted from them, because we failed to communicate. Ken suggested that we bring all of the committees together, to have them all understand what is expected of them. In addition to communication, this is to revisit what our goals and our objectives are as a township, and to modernize it.” To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.

Kim Jarvis, the president of the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce Board.

award. He got emotional as he thanked the community for all their support of Eli and the foundation’s work. He said that the foundation has been able to contribute more than $250,000 through the years to support the research of Todd E. Druley, MD, PhD, the associate professor of pediatrics, genetics, and developmental biology. Druley oversees a genomic research laboratory at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, an institution that has a long history of innovation and discovery in cancer genetics. Before he passed away, Eli worked to raise thousands of dollars to support efforts to find a cure for childhood cancer. Many people are still motivated by the example that he set. “We will find a cure, and it will be because of what you did to help out,” Matthews said. “I can’t thank the community enough. We can’t do what we do without the community of Oxford.” State Rep. John Lawrence was on hand to present a proclamation that was approved by the State House and State Senate. Lawrence said that everyone respects the dedication that Paul Matthews has for the cause. Next, McCormick Orthodontics, which has provided high quality orthodontic care to patients for more than 40 years, was named as the Business of the Year. McCormick Orthodontics has three locations. Founded by Dr. Joe McCormick, and now led by Dr. Michaela McCormick, the practice focuses on delivering excellent orthodontic services and care with an emphasis

on patient comfort. When she accepted the award, Dr. Michaela McCormick thanked her staff for upholding McCormick Orthodontics’ tradition of quality care. When Oxford Borough Mayor Lorraine Bell talked about why Scott Brown, the Citizen of the Year recipient, was deserving of the honor, she noted that he is selfless and never wants attention. Brown, a corporal in the Oxford Borough Police Department, was lauded for demonstrating great commitment and leadership during his 20-plus years of service in the police department. Bell said that Brown never flinches when problems arise, and he is always looking for ways to help others. Brown served as the interim police chief for much of

State Rep. John Lawrence with Paul Matthews.

2018. He is also very active in the planning for large community events like the First Friday Car Show and the Connective Festival, leading the effort to coordinate police protection for events. “Scott has given his heart and soul to maintaining the integrity of the police department,” Bell said. The Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce makes every effort to surprise the recipients with the awards on the night of the annual dinner and dance, and Brown said that he was certainly surprised. “I don’t know what to say,” he said after being presented with the award. He thanked his family—they were able to be in attendance without spoiling the surprise of the award. With all the awards handed out, McLeod told the audience, “You’ve just seen

three tremendous reasons to be Oxford Proud.” He then encouraged everyone in attendance to give themselves a round of applause for all that they do to serve the Oxford community because it’s through the collective efforts that progress is made. Jarvis thanked Oxford Chamber of Commerce executive director Christine Grove for doing so much for the organization. She also thanked Crystal Messaros and the committee that planned the annual awards dinner and dance. Rosewood Farms in Elkton, Md. served as the

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Helix Tattoo Lodge and 3rd Street Parlor are the latest new businesses to open in Oxford By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer There was a lot of excitement in downtown Oxford last Friday evening as two new businesses— the Helix Tattoo Lodge and 3rd Street Parlor— celebrated their grand openings. In addition to being located next to each other on Third Street, the two businesses share a common denominator: Both have young owners who have strong ties to the Oxford community. Jesus Garcia, the proprietor of the 3rd Street Parlor, graduated from Oxford Area High School in 2012 and still lives in the community. Justin Holcombe owns and operates Helix Tattoo Lodge with his business partner Josh Sargable, and he said that he views opening a business in Oxford as a homecoming. By the middle of the afternoon last Friday, the Helix Tattoo Lodge was buzzing with activity as the staff and clients celebrated the opening of a second location for the business. The first location is in nearby Cecil County, so many people in the area are well aware of the strong reputation that the business has. “We had a lot of momentum for this,” said Holcombe. He and Sargable have assembled an award-winning team of tattoo artists bringing their work to downtown Oxford. Holcombe explained that the Oxford location will have four stations featuring eight professional artists working in rotation for the best possible experience for customers. The awardwinning staff of local artists specialize in every tattoo style imaginable, from photo-realism to ornamental, and are able to execute any project from the simplest designs to the most difficult cover ups and body suits. Oxford Borough Mayor Lorraine Bell was at the shop when it opened at noon so that she could get a tattoo. She got the word “believe” tattooed on her arm, with a semicolon at the end. The semicolon tattoo has become very popular in recent years—it represents

the perseverance against mental health struggles and of suicide prevention. This is the first tattoo studio to open in Oxford in the borough’s history. Holcombe said that this is actually the third different time during his career that he has opened the first tattoo business in a town. Bell said that the Helix Tattoo Lodge offers something new and different for borough residents and visitors. All it takes is a quick look at the portfolios of the tattoo artists to understand the incredibly creative and detailed work that they are capable of. From a remarkably creative Philadelphia Eagles tattoo to an elaborate nature scene to a stunning image of Freddy Krueger that has what Holcombe calls an “illusion of protrusion” that makes the star of “Nightmare on Elm Street” appear to be threedimensional, the work is stunning. Helix Tattoo will be a destination for people to come to Oxford because of the quality of the work. While Holcombe himself has won awards for the work, he loves to talk about the talents of the other staff members. Helix Tattoo utilizes the latest technology, Holcombe said, and putting that technology into the hands of talented and creative tattoo artists produces incredible results. “Every artist sees the world through their own lens,” Holcombe explained. Brad Newlin has 15 years of experience as a tattoo artist. He can do tattoos in color, but he is also very good with black and gray tattoos. Kat Lawrence, who is from Oxford, honed her artistic skills while working at Eldreth Pottery. Those skills now translate well to being a tattoo artist, Holcombe said. Rachel Carlini is an illustrator with extraordinary ability. Sometimes, the artists team up to complete a tattoo, with each person using his or her particular skills to produce the best results. Carlini, for example, might do the initial drawing. “She can draw anything that a person can imagine,”

Holcombe said. Aly Sill is skilled at the new school style and in watercolors. There are also three apprentices working at Helix Tattoo—Elle Baer, Mikey Isun, and Shannon Rubican. Holcombe said that television shows featuring tattoo artists has really changed the industry. “You have a lot more people wanting to be tattoo artists now,” he said, explaining that the competition makes it even more important to do good work. For Holcombe, opening a business in Oxford is special. He grew up in the area, and his grandfather was a well-known family doctor who treated generations of Oxford residents. “This is like a homecoming for me,” Holcombe said. “When I first started tattooing, this is where I envisioned it.” Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. executive director Brian Wenzka said that the Helix Tattoo is a welcome addition to the downtown. “We think this is a great fit for Oxford,” Wenzka said. “Tattoos are for everybody now. It spans every economic group.” Garcia and his staff were welcoming clients as well on Friday, as 3rd Street Parlor started offering men’s haircuts and shaving services. An old-fashioned barber shop pole is a clear illustration that Garcia takes a lot of pride in the business. Garcia said that he really likes that, as a hair stylist, he can help people feel good about themselves by providing them with a good haircut. He first started learning how to cut hair more than a decade ago. Garcia’s team includes Alex Salinas and Jorge Alvarez. Salinas, who was busy giving a client a trim while the grand opening celebration was taking place, said that he really enjoys interacting with clients. Alvarez first started training to cut hair six years ago when he was just 16 years old. He took vo-tech classes in Downingtown and immediately liked it. When he was growing up in West Chester, he was always interested in art, and styling hair gives him

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Helix Tattoo Lodge owner Justin Holcombe and his business partner Josh Sargable chose to open their second location in Oxford Borough.

a creative outlet. Opening a new business takes a lot of work, and Garcia expressed his gratitude to his girlfriend, Christina Hughes, for helping while he launched the business. He also said that his family was supportive. He also thanked Oxford Borough and Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. for their help. Both of the new businesses are located in a building that was purchased and remodeled by the Reimagined Property Group and its owners Katie Kolb and Tom Schreier. Three of the building’s four retail spaces were leased shortly after the

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The skilled tattoo artists at Helix Tattoo Lodge have won awards for their work.

renovation work was completed. Schreier and Kolb were at the grand of the two new businesses, and they were both pleased about all the energy and enthusiasm surrounding the two grand

openings. “It’s exciting,” said.

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Jesus Garcia, Alex Salinas and Jorge Alvarez took part in the ribbon cutting for 3rd Street Parlor.

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Avon Grove budget for 2019-2020 is starting to take shape By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer There are still a few months until the Avon Grove School Board adopts a final budget for the 2019-2020 school year, and work on the spending plan is starting to intensify as more concrete budget f igures are becoming available. At a recent budget presentation, the expenditures for the 2019-2020 budget were projected to be $98,847,682—an increase of more than $1.9 million over the current year’s budget.

The district is embarking on the construction of a new high school, which will have a significant impact on the budget in the years to come. For the 20192020 school year, Avon Grove is in the fortunate position of having year-to-year revenues rise by about $2 million because the total assessed values of properties in the district are increasing. That gives the school district a cushion to offset some of the inevitable cost increases. The year-to-year revenue increase isn’t

the only good news for Avon Grove: the district’s return on investments is higher than what was budgeted for the 2018-2019 school year. The district earned about $650,000 on i nve s t m e n t s , approximately $150,000 more than what was budgeted. The basic education subsidy that the district receives from the state for 2018-2019 is also about $140,000 more than what was budgeted — $15,240,000, compared to the budgeted $15,100,000. The district’s medical insurance costs came in

about $1 million lower than budgeted. All this is good news for the district as off icials prepare the 2019-2020 budget. The school board already approved an opt-out resolution that guarantees that the district will remain under the Act 1 Index limit — the maximum percentage that a Pennsylvania school district can increase taxes without seeking approval from residents through a referendum. The Act 1 Index limit for 2019-2020 is 2.3 percent, and Avon Grove’s adjusted Act 1

Index limit is 3 percent. The millage tax rate stands at 30.690 mills for the 2018-2019 school year. A committee-ofthe-whole meeting to specifically discuss the budget is set for Tuesday, March 12, and other meetings will follow as the budget takes shape. Adoption of a proposed final budget is set for April 25, and a final budget is expected to be approved at a school board meeting on June 6. To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty .com.

Avon Grove School District remembers Thomas Newill By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer Thomas Newill, a longtime teacher, assistant athletic director, and the driver’s education training teacher for the Avon Grove School District passed away at the age of 78 on Feb. 4. At the Avon Grove School Board meeting on Feb. 28, district officials remembered Newill’s significant contributions to the school district, and the school board unanimously passed a Resolution of Tribute in his honor. A sealed copy of the Resolution of Tribute will be shared with Newill’s family.

School board member Bonnie Wolff talked about Newill’s contributions to the school district. He was a teacher for more than 31 years. He taught agriculture and then driver’s education. He was also very involved with the athletics program in various capacities. Wolff said that her children received driver’s education from Newill, like so many others in the school district. To underscore the point, board member Herman Engel noted that everybody in the school district, it seemed, took driver’s education with Newill. School board

member John Auerbach said that he himself had learned how to drive with the assistance of Mr. Newill. Auerbach pointed out that it took a person of great patience to teach young people how to drive. Newill was also a member of a number of different community organizations through the years. He will be missed by many. “There’s a definite hole in the Avon Grove community,” Wolff said. “It’s a sad thing. We will miss him.” To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty. com.

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that would cause a dire sickness in America’s Methodist community. To make her parishioners aware of the March 2 worship event, Munoz sent an email to them that read, in part: “The recent events in St. Louis at the General Conference gathering of the United Methodist Church have been devastating to our souls. The decision to support the Traditional Plan which calls for even more enforcement to an already closed system for LGBTQ persons who seek to follow their call into ministry and pastors who seek to fully

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in three reported taking the alcohol from their homes. Twenty-nine percent of seniors and 6 percent of 10th graders reported marijuana use over the past 30 days, higher than the county and state averages. According to Sanville, mental health, alcohol and marijuana are the district’s and community’s three biggest challenges derived from the survey. He said he is concerned about students drinking and driving, as well as their general attitude that pot smoking is “no big deal.” Reider talked about the opioid epidemic. Student self-reported use is in line with the county, with 1 percent of 6th and 8th graders reporting non-prescribed use. The number is smaller

welcome LGBTQ faithful disciples into the life of their community of faith and including performing same sex weddings has been one that has been deeply hurtful for many of us and shows that we are as polarized in the UMC as the country is. “On top of this, the language of incompatibility with Christian teaching continues to be a label that further stigmatizes and alienates our beloved siblings in the LGBTQ community. Even in the midst of great pain, this is nowhere near over!” Prior to the start of the gathering, several parishioners spoke about their opposition to the ruling. “If you’re heterosexual, you can get away with a lot of things, and people often look away

or say, ‘We’ll forgive you,’ and you can go on doing what you do in the church,” said Cheryl Miers, who has been a member of the Church of the Open Door since its inception. “But if you are different, somehow this big ‘Scarlet A’ is placed on you, and you are told who you can love and you are draped in this black cloth of sin. It all seems very hypocritical to me.” Miers said that while she firmly disagrees with the church’s ruling, attending the March 2 ceremony gave her hope, encouragement, and unanimity among her fellow parishioners. “I know that there are other leaders right here in Eastern Pennsylvania who were just as upset as I was, but it’s

about continuing to push forward,” she said. “You don’t throw in the towel just because things didn’t go your way.” For Jere Worrell, who has been a member of the church since 2002, the ceremony – and the protest contained within it – dovetails with the Kennett Square church’s stance on acceptance and inclusion. “This congregation was founded on diversity, and it’s helped me over the past 16 years, in my understanding of my African-American brothers and sisters, and my LGBTQ brothers and sisters,” Worrell said. “Without it, I would not have been in the same place as I am now. This is what I hoped our church would do, to

in the high school. Reider said that the student or family member may have been prescribed pain medicine for an injury, and then the excess is used in a manner not intended by the doctor. “There are lots of ways to dispose of the drugs, rather than allowing them to sit in your cabinet where they have the potential for misuse and abuse,” Reider said. “There’s lots of dropoff stations, specifically the police stations in our community. It can be completely anonymous, almost like a mailbox.” According to the data, vape use is continuing to rise, with 10th and 12th grade use at 7 percent and 33 percent, respectively. “Nationally, vaping is an epidemic, and we’re seeing it here,” Sanville said. He explained that the district has focused on vape education, including changing

curriculum, teacher training and counseling. “All that being done, all the outreach that all of us are doing, I would suspect -- and am afraid -- that these numbers are continuing to rise,” Sanville said. He said kids do not see vaping as unhealthy, thinking that “It’s only water vapor -- isn’t water a good thing?” Students don’t always realize that many vapes contain nicotine. “Kids will vape things and they don’t know what they’re vaping,” Sanville said. “It’s the equivalent to a pack of cigarettes in, really, moments.” Sanville explained that the district is addressing all of these issues. Last year, U-CF changed its discipline policy to include mandatory counseling for substance use. Additional social workers and school psychologists have been hired.

The middle and high school principals are required to address the PAYS data in their annual school action plans. Safe2Say, an anonymous 24/7 tip line to report individuals who may be a danger to themselves or others, was launched this year. And the district tries to be transparent about the issues by sharing the PAYS results with the community. “These items are of great concern for all of us,” Sanville said. Parents should contact their family doctor or school counselor if they have concerns. They can also send general questions to the Wellness Committee at wellness@ucfsd.net. “Whether or not the numbers look good in comparison locally, or they look good in comparison to state or national numbers -because a lot of them do -- that’s not the important thing,” Sanville said. “The

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The service drew parishioners of all ages.

accept love for everyone, rather than making one part right and one part wrong.” “The church has been an instrument of oppression and it’s also been an instrument of hope, and it is the people who decide how they’re going to use the church in order to make a difference,” Munoz said. “We choose to

follow the way of Jesus. The people who were supposedly ‘the worst’ were Jesus’s friends -- people of ill repute and the poor -- and yet, the message never changed. So why should we?” To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.

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From left: Leah Reider, Director of Pupil Services; John Sanville, Superintendent; and John Nolen, Assistant Superintendent, presented the PA Youth Survey data.

important thing is we’re getting information about our kids. Unless all these numbers are zero, then we have work to do.” More areas are covered in the PAYS data analysis, and the data is available on the district’s website (www.

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Honoring those Avon Grove School District residents who are making a will lose their new high school and lose millions of dollars difference The Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce and the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce recently honored a few individuals, businesses, and organizations for making extraordinary contributions to the world around them, especially the local community. This year’s winners illustrated that dedicated, supportive, and selfless business leaders are an important part of a healthy and vibrant community. Peter Kjellerup was honored with the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award. Kjellerup, the founder of Dansko, has set a good example for how a business leader can make a positive impact that ripples out in many different directions. Kjellerup and Mandy Cabot have supported many different nonprofit organizations in the community. They have also made sure that Dansko is a model for how a business can operate in a manner that leaves a legacy of social and environmental responsibility. In Oxford, the Citizen of the Year, the Business of the year, and the Organization of the Year all have different ways of impacting the community, but what they all have in common is a commitment to making Oxford a better place for everyone who lives and works there. Scott Brown was selected as the Citizen of the Year. He volunteers his time with several different organizations, but his duties as a police officer require him to serve and protect the Oxford community regularly. Helping others is just part of the job. The first thing that a Business of the Year must do is provide a service that is needed to the community. For more than 40 years, McCormick Orthodontics has provided high quality orthodontic care to patients. Now under the direction of Dr. Michaela McCormick, McCormick Orthodontics has always been very supportive of community activities. Staff members make it a practice to volunteer in a variety of ways. The recipient of the Organization of the Year Award is working to support research to find a cure for childhood cancer. The Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation illustrates what can be accomplished when a community comes together for a cause. During his too-short life, Eli Seth Matthews inspired everyone who got to know him during his courageous battle against cancer. By the time he passed away in 2011, he had already raised thousands of dollars for the fight against childhood cancer. Eli’s father, Paul Matthews, leads the Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation, which has raised and donated more than $250,000 to support the cancer research of Todd E. Druley, M.D., Ph.D., the associate professor of pediatrics, genetics, and developmental biology. The work being accomplished will have an impact that extends far beyond the area.Congratulations to Peter Kjellerup, the Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation, McCormick Orthodontics, and Scott Brown for the well-deserved awards.

Letter to the Editor: In April 2018, the Avon Grove School Board voted 9-0 to build a new high school. The vote was celebrated by many in the community as a much-needed solution to the district’s current, severely overcrowded, dilapidated high school. In normal times, we would expect the new high school to open in a few short years. These are not normal times. Avon Grove will not build a new high school. Avon Grove residents will lose millions of dollars by the board reneging on its 9-0 vote, breaking the contracts related to the new high school, and losing the sunk costs already invested. We deserve better. Who are these people back-tracking on their votes, conspiring to force the school district to breach construction contracts, and costing residents millions of dollars? They are Avon Grove School Board directors, Charles

Beatty, John Auerbach, Rick Dumont, and Lynn Weber. Need proof? Attend any board meeting. Despite their votes in favor of building a new high school, these four have since worked continuously to delay and diminish the high school project. Case in point, all four voted “no” in November 2018 to approve the initial round of funding for the new high school. Their tactics are highlighted by the dishonesty of John Auerbach. John Auerbach has lied twice in public statements at board meetings about the April 2018 unanimous board vote in favor of a new high school. Auerbach claimed the 9-0 vote was on a motion to build either a new high school or a new middle school, and he voted for a new high school. However, the April 26, 2018 motion stated, in part, “Resolution 18-13. …. The Board directs . . . the [c]onstruction of a new high school . . . the [r] epurposing of the existing

middle school.” The resolution included no option to build a new middle school. The choice was either vote “yes” to build a new high school or vote “no” to not build a new high school. Unanimously, all nine school board directors voted to build a new high school. This fact, and the public record supporting it, was immediately pointed out to Auerbach the first time he attempted to revise history in November 2018. In February 2019, John Auerbach repeated the same lie again. It is doubtful Auerbach forgot the details of the vote again, so soon after being publicly corrected. Rather, John Auerbach is either willfully ignorant or a liar. Either character trait is not one fit for a local school board director. It may be acceptable in national politics, but not here, not in Pennsylvania, and definitely not in the Avon Grove School District. We deserve better.

Avon Grove School District residents: If you want your new high school, if you want to protect your investment in your school district, your home, and your community, then vote in this year’s school board elections. Of the four board members attempting to sabotage the construction project, only Charles Beatty’s term is up this election cycle. Remove him from office with a vote for newcomer, Dorothy Linn. Dorothy brings a wealth of experience as a former educator, administrator and superintendent. More importantly, she is the only ethical and moral candidate on the Region 1 ballot. As important, vote to re-elect board members Jeffrey Billig, Herman Engle, Tracy Lisi, and Bonnie Wolff, each of whom has proven his or her support for our community. Patrick Walker London Britain

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Take it from me: Addiction doesn’t start at the border For decades the U.S. has tried to stop drug traffic and made the problem worse. We should treat the root causes of addiction instead By Jill Richardson As the sister of a brother who was lost to an opioid overdose, President Trump’s claim that we need a border wall in order to keep drugs out is offensive to me on multiple levels. Fact checkers also report that his claims are not true — a border wall would not keep drugs out of our country. After the death of my brother a decade ago, I went looking for answers about drugs and addiction. Gabor Mate, a medical doctor who treated addicts in Vancouver, found that his patients had all suffered severe trauma before succumbing to addiction. He wrote a book, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, explaining how trauma makes the brain more susceptible to addiction. That was also the finding of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) study. The study surveyed patients about whether they experienced 10 different types of stressful or traumatic experi-

ences (called ACEs for short) in childhood: various types of abuse, parents divorcing, a parent going to prison, a parent suffering addiction or mental illness. Then it correlated their scores with a number of illnesses. The higher your ACE score, the more likely you are to suffer alcoholism, drug addiction, or a host of other health problems. My brother and I both experienced childhood trauma. I ended up suffering anxiety, depression, and chronic migraines. He developed panic attacks and coped with his pain by binge eating and using drugs. I’m told the day he overdosed was only the third time he’d ever used heroin. He was alone in his apartment, age 23. Through random chance, I was luckier than he was. Life dealt us both severe pain, but for me the pain took a form that was less deadly and more conducive to getting help. His death was my catalyst to get therapy. It’s taken a decade, but I finally

feel like my life has turned around. When just getting through everyday life hurts so very much, drugs present a welcome relief. I don’t think I’m a better person than he was; I was just luckier. Trauma left him susceptible to addiction, and for some reason it just landed me with 20 years of migraines. The U.S. has tried to solve its drug problem by cutting off the supply of drugs coming through its borders since at least the 1980s. It hasn’t worked. Neither has prison sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. In fact, these approaches have only made the problem worse, and created many others besides. If we want to cut down on our drug problem, we need to cut down on the factors that cause addiction in the first place. We must work on reducing the amount of trauma, poverty, and despair Americans experience and offer help to those who’ve suffered so they can overcome it.

We should also reduce demand for illegal drugs by offering safe, legal, and regulated drugs when they can provide health benefits, as medical marijuana has done for me. Even if a border wall were a cost effective and feasible way to keep drugs from coming over the border (which according to virtually every expert, it isn’t), it would do nothing to address the root causes of addiction in America. When people are in pain, they’ll find a way to get drugs. So long as there’s a market for illegal drugs, traffickers will find ways to produce them here or bring them in. The real answer to the illegal drug trade is addressing the root causes of addiction. OtherWords columnist Jill Richardson is pursuing a Ph.D. in sociology at the University of WisconsinMadison. She lives in San Diego. Distributed by OtherWords.org.

American politics’ great divide By Lee H. Hamilton One of the more striking political developments of the last few years has been the partisan sorting of American voters. It used to be that both the Republican and Democratic parties covered some ideological ground. Now, it’s so habitual for conservatives to make their home in the GOP and liberals in the Democratic Party that party and ideological labels stand in for one another. Still, you have to be careful. Because when you’re talking about something as complex as Americans’ political beliefs, there’s really no such thing as uniformity. Sure, liberals put a lot of emphasis on collectively helping individuals who are in trouble, and they tend to be more inclusive and open to change. Conservatives,

as their name suggests, are more likely to support tradition and authority, and to support conformity to traditional values. Both have strong senses of right and wrong — they just define them differently. Yet, I often run into conservatives who hold surprisingly liberal positions on one issue or another, and vice versa. So while we tend to place both ourselves and others within particular boxes, their sides are porous. It’s very easy for political elites to overstate the degree to which ideological categories actually apply to real people. Then, of course, there are all those Americans who don’t believe they fall into either category, liberal or conservative, and who don’t identify with either party. We tend to label these people independents — as they do,

themselves. In truth, though, even independents usually lean one way or the other, sometimes quite noticeably. They’re much more liberal or conservative than they think of themselves as being. The divisions that separate liberals and conservatives are real. On social issues, many find themselves sharply divided: over samesex relationships, the place of marriage and family in our society, and, of course, abortion. This last may be the most divisive issue of all. Liberals tend to have more tolerance for abortion; very few conservatives I encounter have that feeling, although a few do. And they are sharply divided over the role of government and government intervention in the lives of Americans on economic matters. Conservatives tend to believe strongly that gov-

ernment regulations do more harm than good, and that government itself is wasteful and inefficient. The differences are especially stark on health care — conservatives abhor the mandate on purchasing insurance policies; liberals see it as a necessary step toward the larger goal of expanded coverage. This is part of a broader division over welfare and the degree to which government should be involved in programs to alleviate poverty or to protect working people from the bumps, bruises, and hardships dealt out by the national economy. Conservatives tend to think those roles ought to be taken up by the private or nonprofit sectors and by individuals themselves. Liberals, of course, believe government can be helpful. But even here, the divisions are not as sharp as they used

to be. You hear a good number of conservatives open to government assistance and government involvement in social and economic issues. I’ve been surprised by the number of times I’ve run into conservatives who support particular government programs, and liberals who take a libertarian view on some question or another. Over and over, I’m reminded that learning a voter’s views on a given issue may tell you next to nothing about his or her views on others, or could actually mislead you. It’s pretty common these days to bemoan the ideological divisions evident in our politics, especially when the differences are weaponized for partisan purposes. But I’d argue that far from being debilitating, ideological divisions are fundamentally a sign of the vitality of our politics. The political debate

they give rise to is a sign of the vigor of the political system. Sure, trying to deal with deep-seated differences is extremely difficult for a politician. But it’s also part of the attraction and the challenge of politics. And if you see voters as the complex opinion-holders they really are, common ground may not be as impossible to find as it can seem at first glance. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar of the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Local News Preservation of The Pines: Kennett Township brings new life to historic home By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer A few years ago, a long-haul truck driver from the Midwest pulled into the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott on East Baltimore Pike in Kennett Square, when he noticed a historic home next door. Curious about the home, he later walked over to the Fussell House – or “The Pines,” as it is also referred to – and stood on the home’s porch, listening for what he felt sounded like history. Wanting to know more about the home’s origins, he contacted Sara Meadows of Kennett Township’s Historical Commission, and spoke to her for nearly 40 minutes. “I know that something wonderful happened here,” he told Meadows. Indeed, many wonderful things did happen at the Fussell House, and now, with vision and investment, something additionally wonderful is continuing to happen there. It’s been saved, loved and resurrected by Kennett Township, and given the precious attention that a monument of the community’s history so richly deserves. Through the work of the township’s Historical Commission, volunteers and contractors, and with the support of the township’s Board of Supervisors, the nearly 200-year-old home’s exterior has been restored and much of its interior repaired, transforming a once neglected piece of the area’s history into a gleaming structure that now

serves as one of the gateway landmarks to Kennett Square. In the years leading up to the Civil War, Kennett Square area was known as “the hotbed of abolitionism,” due to the help many local residents gave to fugitive slaves. These Underground Railroad “stationmasters” provided shelter in their homes, called “stations,” and then secretly moved the travelers along to another station, en route north or west, to freedom. One of the most prominent of these stationmasters was Dr. Bartholomew Fussell, a Quaker physician and antislavery activist, whose house once served as a refuge for runaway slaves to find safety, shelter, food and clothing along their journey north to freedom. Fussell occupied the house from 1827 to 1837 and reportedly more than 2,000 runaway slaves were helped on their journey to freedom by Dr. Fussell and his wife, Lydia. The house is now recognized as one of more than three dozen Underground Railroad sites in southern Chester County, and is part of the largest concentration of URR sites in the United States. Recognizing the home’s vital importance to the history of the Underground Railroad, and realizing that it was located near encroaching commercial development that threatened its future, the township purchased the 190-year-old house in January 2016 for $200,000, through its Capital Fund. Township Manager Lisa Moore said that discussions

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The historic Fussell House on Baltimore Pike in Kennett Square has received extensive exterior renovations, thanks to the vision of Kennett Township.

The house served as a vital part of the area’s Underground Railroad, where more than 2,000 runaway slaves were helped on their way to freedom.

that led to the preservation of the Fussell House began eight years ago, and were ignited in part by conversations the township had with members of the Kennett Underground Railroad Center (KURC) and many others concerned with the fate of the property. “The supervisors at the time decided that this house was very important for our history and for the entire Underground Railroad, so they felt that it should be purchased and preserved, so that people of future generations would be able to tour it and learn more about what happened there,” Moore said. “We’re very appreciative that the township is so supportive of the historic aspect of the township, because a lot of townships don’t have a lot of this kind of support,” Meadows said. “Because the house is so visible and is a well-documented stop along the Underground Railroad, it will become a very important way to tell the story. I think that people do care about history, if you can get them to it.” Begun two years ago and

the concept further. Moore said that the township is currently having conversations with a local non-profit organization, who is interested in occupying the home as a children’s youth center. The interior and exterior renovations to the historic house are only a part of the township’s involvement. The Historical Commission and KURC are in the beginning stages of placing a permanent plaque near Baltimore Pike that denotes the Fussell House as a major part of the area’s Underground Railroad movement. Another goal of the renovation will be to have a glass window installed on the home’s rear side that will allow visitors on the Underground Railroad tour to see the actual catacombs and crevices of the home’s basement, where AfricanAmerican slaves were protected along their journey to freedom. In addition to preserving the Fussell House, the township is currently working with Chatham Financial to restore the exterior of the Isaac Allen

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now complete, the exterior renovation of the Fussell House involved the removal and replacement of stucco walls; the addition of a new slate roof; the installation new windows; the development of parking spots; the construction of a new, ADAcompliant front porch; repairs to the home’s foundation and the clearing of troublesome brush that once obscured the visibility of the home along Baltimore Pike. The home’s interior, damaged by termite infestation, has been remediated, and mold has been removed throughout the three-floor house, including the basement. Moore said that the total cost to fully renovate the home’s interior is estimated at $700,000. For some time after the township purchased the home, there was consideration given to making the structure the new home of the Kennett Township Police Department. Initial architectural drawings were done, but the estimated $1 million cost was too expensive to pursue

House on McFarlan Road back to its original 1751 appearance. “I feel that the Fussell House is just one of the pieces that represents our community,” Moore said. “I think it’s not only important for the community but for kids in the future, to learn about the Underground Railroad. It’s extremely important to preserve the historic nature of who we were, because if we lose our history, we lose what our community was about. It’s important for us to honor that.” To learn more about the Fussell House and the Underground Railroad in Kennett Square, visit the Kennett Underground Railroad Center at www. undergroundrr.kennett.net. To learn more about the Kennett Township Historical Commission, visit the Kennett Township website at www.kennett.pa.us, or call 610-388-1300. To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.

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High schools compete in STEM challenge Chester County high school students skilled in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) competed in this year’s regional Gover nor’s STEM competition on Feb. 5 at the Chester County Inter mediate Unit (CCIU). Seven teams from Chester County schools -Bishop Shanahan High School, Church Farm School, Coatesville Area Senior High School, Conestoga High School, Oxford Area High School, TCHS Pennock’s Bridge Campus and TCHS Pickering Campus -competed against each other for first place and to continue on to the state competition held in May. This year, Bishop Shanahan finished on top, with Conestoga coming in close second

and TCHS Pickering securing third place. The winning proposal wa s “ C R L A ,” a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Lifesaving Assistant, created to make CPR easier for the user. “CRLA” is a portable device that detects the pressure being applied during CPR, indicates if the user is applying too much or too little pressure and beeps at 120 beeps per minute, helping the user maintain the proper compression rate. John Janasik, Bishop Shanahan High School mentor, said, “This team was extraordinary. They took a simple concept and, working as a team, turned that concept into a real, working prototype. In its present form, the product can save lives. Hopefully, we can make the changes we proposed as

improvements to CRLA and we can do well at the state-level competition in May. I really can’t say enough about how this team came together and became a cohesive group with one thing in mind, to make CRLA work.” The competition is open to students in grades 9-12 who attend public, charter, private and career and technical education centers in Pennsylvania. Schools select a team of up to five students who work under the guidance of a teacher or mentor approved by the school. Each team selects an issue, conducts research, designs, constructs and presents a prototype to a panel of judges who grade the presentations using a statewide rubric. Students were given a $500 stipend to aid in their mission.

The winning team from Bishop Shanahan High School poses with their first place trophy after the Governor’s STEM competition award ceremony on Feb. 5.

In preparing for the competition, students engaged with their local communities to learn about STEM-related careers, helping them develop solutions to problems and aid them in their research and

application. Throughout the process, students gained valuable skills, such as communication, problem-solving and critical thinking, while providing an opportunity to share their creativity with students from

across the state. Bishop Shanahan High School students will advance to the state competition held on May 9 and 10, with an additional $750 stipend to improve their prototype.

Delaware County Community College presents paralegal career night Interested in the paralegal f ield? Learn about Delaware County Community College’s Paralegal Studies certif icate and associate degree programs at Paralegal Career Night. Both programs are approved by the American Bar Association and include a combination

of academic courses, internship opportunities and workshops focused on helping students find gainful employment. Paralegal Career Night will be held on Thursday, March 7, beginning promptly at 6 p.m. in Room 214 at the College’s Exton Center at 912 Springdale Drive in Exton, Pa.

Paralegals enjoy a challenging and rewarding career in a well-paying, fastgrowing profession. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for paralegals and legal assistants in the Philadelphia area is more than $50,410 and

the field is expected to grow 15 percent over the next seven years. Paralegal Career Night attendees will: * Learn what it takes to have a paralegal career * Gain insight into the College’s Paralegal Studies programs * Meet faculty with

legal expertise * Hear from current students and alumni about their experience in the programs * Learn about financial aid and the application process from an admissions representative To register, visit dccc. edu/paralegal-night or

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Chester County places depicted in glowing light By John Chambless Staff Writer There’s an overall sunny tone of green hillsides and timeworn stone buildings in Jacalyn Beam’s solo show at the Station Gallery in Greenville this month. Her rich palette and sensitive depictions of Chester County places are a winning combination that will reward lingering to appreciate the details. Whether it’s depicting the leaden sky and falling snow in “Meeting House,” the sky-blue reflection in a circular pond in “Quiet Afternoon,” or the sunwarmed barn and muddy f ield in “Familiar,” Beam captures the essence of a scene and conveys it with just the right amount of detail, leaving some elements

sketchy enough to make us participants in the work. She paints these on-site, so her welltraveled easel has visited iconic places and out-ofthe-way farms that she has trekked to reach, as implied in the title of “Park and Walk.” The barns in her works are working, messy places, brimming with character and not cleaned up and posing for their portraits. There’s a lovely, slanting sunlight in “Stand Tall,” a view of a grassy slope and russet silo; a distinct winter chill in “Clenny Run”; and a wide-open expanse in “Turkey Farm” that put you right there next to Beam, no matter what the weather. Other highlights include the glassy stream surface in “Still,” a view of the Brandywine in Greenville. Then there’s

the electric-blue gate and shadowy cows in “Come Over,” and the delicate burst of pink blossoms in “Welcome Spring.” The show’s success has much to do with Beam’s way of seeing, and this show gives you the privilege of appreciating places you would otherwise never see. Stop by the gallery before March 30 and you are sure to find some favorites of your own. Jacalyn Beam’s “A Way of Seeing: Plein Air Paintings of the Brandywine Valley” continues through March 30 at the Station Gallery (3922 Kennett Pike, Greenville, Del.). Call 302-654-8638 or visit www.stationgallery.net. To contact Staff Writer John Chambless, email jchambless@ chestercounty.com.

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‘Come Over’

‘Clenny Run’

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Brandywine to begin master planning process Last week, the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art announced it will begin a master planning process headed by Cooper Robertson, a renowned New York-based architecture and urban design firm that will work in partnership with OLIN, the preeminent Philadelphia-based landscape architecture firm. To be conducted over the next eight months, the master plan will encompass a vision for the Brandywine to enhance its operations and its campus. The need for a master plan was sparked by growth in recent years throughout the organization --including the museum’s collection, exhibitions program and attendance, as well as the Conservancy’s land preservation, the acquisition of historic

The Brandywine River Museum of Art in Chadds Ford.

Birmingham Hill, and the creation of public trails. The master plan will set the stage for a more connected and cohesive experience for future generations. Reconceiving the landscape and structures on the Brandywine’s Chadds Ford campus, Cooper Robertson and OLIN will reimagine the museum for more robust presentations of the permanent collection -- in particular the three generations of Wyeth

family artists -- facilitate presentation of larger temporary exhibitions, and create flexible indoor and outdoor public spaces, as well as ones dedicated to education and art-making activities. “This is the perfect moment for the Brandywine to plan for its future,” said Virginia A. Logan, the Frolic Weymouth Executive Director and CEO of the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art. “In 2017,

the Brandywine celebrated its 50th anniversary, and now the trustees and staff look forward to partnering with Cooper Robertson and OLIN to create the blueprint for our exciting next chapter. In doing so, we want to retain the distinctive characteristics of visiting Brandywine and the powerful sense of place our visitors feel in this setting, while at the same time enhancing the beauty of the campus and providing facilities needed to accommodate future generations. In this way, the Brandywine will create even more synergy between the natural and artistic heritages that the organization has been so instrumental in protecting.” “Cooper Robertson brings a wealth of experience to museum and campus planning, urban design and award-winning

architecture. The trustees and staff of the Brandywine are thrilled to work with them,” said Thomas Padon, the James H. Duff Director of the Brandywine River Museum of Art. With over 40 years of experience, the firm includes clients such as the Art Institute of Chicago, Cleveland Museum of Art, Yale Center for British Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Partnering with Cooper Robertson, OLIN is a professional studio of landscape architects, planners and urban designers. OLIN’s major projects in the area include the Barnes Foundation, Dilworth Park, and the Anne d’Harnoncourt Sculpture Garden at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. “It is particularly exciting to be working with OLIN

to reimagine the Chadds Ford campus as a site that speaks to the beauty of the region while honoring best practices in land and water protection,” said Ellen Ferretti, Director of the Brandywine Conservancy. “We are delighted that our team has been chosen to assist the Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art in shaping its future,” noted Bruce Davis, Partner with Cooper Robertson. “By defining a new vision for the institution that celebrates art and nature in the beautiful setting of the Brandywine region, the master plan will provide a roadmap that inspires visitors to engage with our environment and experience the world around them in unique and meaningful ways. We are honored to be contributing to the next chapter of its history.”

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Mary Eileen (Dolinger) Christy, 86, of West Grove, passed away on Feb. 28 at Silver Lake Center in Dover, Del. One of ten children, Mary was born in 1932 in West Grove to William G. and Blanche C. (Hodge) Dolinger. She graduated from Avon Grove High School in West Grove in 1951 and attended Coatesville Hospital School of Nursing and became a Registered Nurse (RN). In 1956, she gave her hand in marriage to (Paul) Rodger Christy. Mary graduated from Montgomery Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesia and became a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). Over her lifetime she served in many hospitals and medical facilities in Pennsylvania and Virginia until she retired in 2003. Most recently, she was a member of the West Grove United Methodist Church. Mary had a lively sense of humor and was the person everyone loved to talk to until the Lord finally called her home after battling Alzheimer’s Disease. In addition to her parents and her former husband, Mary is preceded in death by sisters Wave Paisley, Ruth Paisley, Levaun Dominick, Jessie Walker and Jean Hancock, and brothers Richard Dolinger, Bryan Dolinger, and Earle Dolinger. She is survived by her son, Rodger, and her two grandchildre; brother Raymond Dolinger of Atlanta; and numerous nieces and nephews and people she considered to be her children and grandchildren, especially Silvia Leake, her husband Tyrone and her children Ashley, TJ and Kaliyah of Dover, Del. A viewing will be held on March 8 from 6 to 8 p.m., and a funeral will be held on March 9 at 11 a.m. at Edward L. Collins Funeral Home (86 Pine St., Oxford), where friends and family may visit from 10 to 11 a.m. Interment will follow at the Oxford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, make donations in Mary’s name to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund at https:// curealz.org/giving/donate/

Linda A. Simon, 57, passed away peacefully and comfortably at her home in West Chester on Feb. 21 after her courageous, four-year battle against inflammatory breast cancer. Linda was born in 1961 in McKeesport, Pa., to Robert E. Simon and Phyllis J. Pace. She was raised in Chadds Ford, where she graduated from Unionville High School. Much of Linda’s work throughout her life was spent selflessly serving her local community. For over 25 years she worked as a Dining Services Manager at Kendal-Crosslands, preparing meals for hundreds. Though Linda’s real life’s work was done in the time she wasn’t working. She devoted all her attention to her family and friends. Linda treasured every moment with those close to her. Linda was preceded in death by her father, Robert Simon; and her mother, Phyllis Pace. She is survived by partner Cindy Meers; older brother and wife Ken and Dawn Simon; younger sister and husband Lisa and Jim Hicks; her four nephews, Robert Hicks, Kyle Hicks, Matt Murray and Jody Murray; and so many more she loved and cherished dearly. A memorial was held Feb. 27. In lieu of flowers, Linda asked that donations be made, in memory of her, to the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation, P.O. Box 2805, West Lafayette, IN 47996. Visit www.ibcresearch.org/donations-fund-raising. To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, visit www.griecocares.com.

Florence Mae Harris, 90, of Lincoln University, passed away on Feb. 24 at Citizens Nursing Care in Havre de Grace, Md. She was the wife of the late William G. Harris, Sr. She was the daughter of the late Melvin and Minnie Handy Anderson. She retired from RMR Corporation in Elkton, Md., after 20 years of service. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening and tending to her flower bed. She also enjoyed putting puzzles together. During her younger years, she also enjoyed going out with friends on Saturday nights to relax and have a good time. To them she was affectionately known as “Peanut.” She is survived by her son, William G. Harris, Jr., of Lincoln University; a daughter, Lenore L. Williams (Robert) of Aberdeen, Md.; six granddaughters; 13 greatgrandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sistersin-law, Constance Anderson of West Grove and Freda Anderson of Kennett Square; nieces and nephews; and a host of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Catherine Brenda Brown; four brothers, Charles, Leonard, Richmond and Melvin Anderson; and six sisters, Idella, Virginia, Rachel, Mildred, Catherine and Courtney. A graveside service was held March 1 at Oxford Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www. elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

SANDRA J. MURTHA Sandra J. Murtha of Avondale, formerly of Norwood, passed away at home, surrounded by her loved ones, on Feb. 22, after a long illness. Sandy was born in Philadelphia, where she worked at the Philadelphia Navy Yard and later Sun Ship in Chester as a coppersmith before retiring in 1986 to be a homemaker. Sandy enjoyed reading, gardening and especially cooking. Just about every holiday would be spent in Sandy’s kitchen, with Sandy cooking for a big family gathering. Sandy was the daughter of the late Frank Ralph, Sr., and Helen Elizabeth McGay Ralph. She is survived by her husband, Michael P. Murtha of Avondale; four sons, Chester A. Skeba of Boothwyn, Heinz J. Beck (Amy) of Temple, Conan Beck (Carrie) Essington, Christian Beck of Coatesville; and three daughters, Sandra Skeba (Keith) of Nashville, Tenn., Lydia Beck of Kennett Square, and Diana Delaney (Kevin) of Glenolden. She had nine grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A funeral was held Feb. 26. Interment was in Oxford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Brandywine River Valley Home Health and Hospice, 121 Bell Tower Lane, Oxford, PA 19363. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Brandywine River Valley Home Health and Hospice, 121 Bell Tower Lane, Oxford, PA 19363. Online condolences may be made at www. elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

ROBERT M. KELLETT, SR. Robert Myron Kellett, Sr., 80, of Cochranville, passed away peacefully at his home on Feb. 15. He was the beloved husband of Mattie Arlene Kellett, with whom he shared over 59 years of marriage. Born in Riverside, N.J., he was the son of the late Wilbur Kellett and Lena Brandenberger. Robert was a 1956 graduate of Oxford Area High School and went on to honorably serve as part of both the United States Army and the National Guard. Following his military career, Robert went to work at GawthropDelchester Oil Company as a transporter and driver for over 40 years. He was a lifetime member of the Eastern PA Piston Poppers, the AMA, HOG, and the Retreads Motorcycle Club. Robert is survived, in addition to his wife, by four children, Robert Kellett Jr. and wife MaryAnn of Oxford, Deborah A. Yarnall and husband Tim of West Grove, Ronald W. Kellett and wife Lisa of North East, and Randolph W. Kellett Sr., and wife April of Nottingham. Additionally he is survived by 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Rev. Richard Kellett of Northumberland, Pa. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Steven Kellett, Sr. A funeral was held Feb. 21. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com. grandchildren; and one brother, Rev. Richard Kellett of Northumberland, Pa. He was preceded in death by one grandson, Steven Kellett, Sr. A funeral was held Feb. 21. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com.

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March 9 Buffet breakfast Shiloh Presbyterian Church (42 S. Fifth St., Oxford) hosts a pancake and omelet breakfast on March 9 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the church’s Community Outreach Center. The menu varies, but

includes French toast, bacon and sausage, biscuits, sausage gravy and more. Tickets at the door are $7 for adults, $5 for ages 4 to 11, free for ages 3 and younger. March 15-16 Children’s clothing sale The Children’s Morning Out Preschool Program at West Grove United Methodist Church (300 N. Guernsey Rd., West Grove) presents the semi-annual Children’s Clothing and Equipment Consignment Sale March 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and March 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. Included in the sale is a large selection of spring and summer children’s clothes, shoes, coats, toys, books, baby items and equipment. On Saturday, all items not marked with a red dot are half price. For information about donating items, visit the church from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. to pick up an informational packet. For more information, email cmo@westgroveumc.org or call 610-869-9334. March 24 Concert and dinner West Grove United Methodist Church will host a concert by the church’s PraiseWorks Band on March 24 at 6:30 p.m., beginning with a potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. The whole community is invited. Bring a covered dish to share. Desserts will follow the concert. An offering will be taken to support the band. Call 610-869-9334 or visit www. westgroveumc.org.

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Through March 24 Orchid Extravaganza Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square) hosts its annual Orchid Extravaganza daily through March 24. The exhibition features thousands of rare and exotic orchids displayed throughout the Conservatory. The gardens are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Timed admission tickets are required. Tickets are $23 for adults, $20 for seniors age 60 and older, $20 for college students (ID required), $12 for ages 5 to 18, free for children under 5. Tickets and more information are available at www.longwoodgardens.org. March 7 ‘Trades of Hope’ Kristen Yaros of Trades of Hope will present the story of the organization that sells fashion accessories and home décor items made by women working their way out of poverty in more than 16 countries at the monthly meeting of ACE AntiHuman Trafficking Alliance of Oxford on March 7. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Oxford Public Library (48 S. Second St., Oxford). Trades of Hope is a member of the Fair Trade Federation. There will be items for purchase at the meeting. Call 610-932-0337 for more information. March 9 Historical talk Local historian Gene Pisasale will present free lecture at the Kennett Square Library (216 State St., Kennett Square) on March 9 at 2 p.m., titled “Meet the Founding Fathers: What They Thought About Government, Taxation and Individual Liberties.” The

The Irish roots band Beyond the Pale will play at the Kennett Flash on March 16. The 8 p.m. show is sold out, but tickets are available for a 4 p.m. show (see listing).

discussion is family-friendly and all ages are welcome. March 14 to 16 ‘Seussical’ Kennett High School will present the family musical “Seussical” from March 14 through 16. The show brings to life Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie, and Jojo, a little boy with a big imagination. Shows are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. There is also a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets may be reserved in advance (www.kcsd.org) or purchased at the door. March 14 to 16 ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ Unionville High School (750 Unionville Rd., Kennett Square) presents a student production of the musical comedy “Little Shop of Horrors” on March 14, 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. Online ticket sales begin Feb. 24 at www.showtix4u.com. Tickets are $12 in advance, $14 at the door ($12 for students/seniors). April 5 to 13 ‘Naughty Marietta’ The Rose Valley Chorus

and Orchestra will present the operetta “Naughty Marietta,” a fully staged show with a full orchestra, at 8 p.m. April 5, 6, 10, 12 and 13, and at 2 p.m. April 6 and 13. All performances are held in the theater of the Strath Haven Middle School (200 S. Providence Rd., Wallingford). Tickets at the door are $20 for adults, $17 for seniors (60 and older) and students, and $7 for ages 12 and younger. Wednesday night tickets are halfprice. Advance tickets are discounted and group rates for 10 or more attending the same performance are $12. For more information and directions to the theater, call 610-565-5010, or visit www. rvco.org. April 27 Friends Folk Club The Friends Folk Club kicks off its 33rd season with The Ronstadt Brothers on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. The band presents a fresh take on the traditional Southwestern and Mexican songs of their family’s heritage while offering innovative original material to millennials discovering the treasure of roots music.

The concert will be held at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church (116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford). Doors open at 7 p.m. Proceeds will benefit St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church. Bring nonperishable food items which will be given to the local food cupboards. Tickets are $15 (children 12 and younger free). A food truck will be serving beginning at 5:30 p.m. For more information and reservations, call 610-869-8076. Kennett Flash schedule The Kennett Flash (102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square) hosts regional and national artists. Tickets are available in advance at www. kennettflash.org, or at the door. Snacks and beverages are sold, or guests can BYOB. The schedule includes: Eric Gales (March 8, 8 p.m., $30); One More Tric Town with the Knobs and others (March 15, 8 p.m., $15); Beyond the Pale (March 16, 4 and 8 p.m., $20 and $24); Open Mic with host Karter James (March 17, 7 p.m., $4); Outside the Wall – Pink Floyd tribute (March 23, 8 p.m., $25 and $30); Jimmy Vivino and Bob Margolin (March 27, 8 p.m., $20 and $25); Broadway Sing-Along Night hosted by Calabrese Performing Arts (March 29, 8 p.m., $15); Dukes of Destiny (March 30, 8 p.m., $18 and $22); Iron Butterfly (April 4, 8 p.m., $50); Dead Flowers – Rolling Stones tribute (April 5, 8 p.m., $18 and $22); Conjunto (April 6, 8 p.m., $14 and $22); Kim Richey (April 7, 7 p.m., $27 and $32); Soften the Glare (April 12, 8 p.m., $16 and $20); John Eddie and His Dirty Ol Band (April 13, 7 and 9:30 p.m., $26 and $30);

Jane Lee Hooker (April 20, 8 p.m., $20 and $25); Allen Roth Band (April 24, 8 p.m., $26 and $30); Pat McGee (April 26 and 27, 8 p.m., $25 and $30); Brian Auger (April 30, 8 p.m., $40); Terry Reid and the Cosmic American Derelicts (May 4, 8 p.m., $30 and $35); Sin City 45th anniversary (May 11, 7 p.m., sold out, May 12, 3 p.m., $15 and $20); Brand X (May 18 and 19, 8 p.m., $53 and $58). Reactors Comedy Club Reactors Comedy Club, in the Quality Inn and Suites (943 S. High St., West Chester), hosts live comedy presented by Reactors on weekends. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and showtime is 8:30 p.m. Admission is $20

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at the door. The schedule includes: Dave Goldstein, Ed McGonigal and Eric Roth (March 8 and 9, The Clarion Hotel, 1100 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills); Joe Bublewicz and Shane Gillis (March 22 and 23, The Clarion Hotel, 1100 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills); Derrick Eason, Paul Spratt and Alan Massenburg (March 20 and 30, The Clarion Hotel, 1100 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills). Visit www. reactorscomedyclub.com. To submit items to the Calendar of Events, e-mail jchambless@chestercounty. com. There is no charge. Not every submission can be included. Items should be submitted at least two weeks before the event.

Kennett High School musicians selected for district festivals

Six talented Kennett High School musicians have been selected by audition to various Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 12 Honor Festivals. District 12 includes Chester and Delaware counties. Donovan Gargiulo (tuba), Catherine Seamon (euphonium), and Evan Shinn (euphonium) were a part of the District Band Festival held Jan. 24 to 26 at Owen J. Roberts High School. These students are directed at Kennett High School by Anton Romano. Participating in the District Chorus, held Feb. 7 to 9 at West Chester

University, were Ryan Myers (tenor), Mirella Petrillo (alto), Catherine Seamon (alto), and Harrison Warren (bass). Katie Soukup is the choral director at Kennett High School. Auditions for selection to the PMEA District Festivals were held on Nov. 17 at Bayard Rustin High School in West Chester. Students had to demonstrate excellence in major and chromatic scales, as well as solo performance, or choral selections, in order to earn the right to participate at the District Festivals. At their respective festivals, students re-audition for the opportunity to go on to Region and State levels.

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Oxford Area High School hosts state robotics championship By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer Before a capacity crowd at the Oxford Area High School, students and coaches from 50 teams in six states competed at the Pennsylvania State Robotics FIRST Tech Challenge last weekend, blanketing the school’s gymnasium floor with a colorful mixture of technology and teamwork. The FIRST Tech Challenge program, an international competition for seventh through 12th graders, is a New Hampshire-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Now in its 30th year, the organization has become known for its “Sport for the Mind,” a competitive arena where students get to design their own specialized robots and enter them into competition. The Ohmboys and O Zone teams from Oxford Area High School – as well as the Flaming Phoenix from Unionville High School -- advanced to the March 2-3 state championship at Oxford Area High School after performing well at regional competitions, joining teams from Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Virginia. This year, the state competition was divided among the Allegheny and Poconos divisions, and of those teams, seven qualified to advance to the FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship that will be held April 14 to 27 in Detroit, Mich.

“Oxford Robotics bridges the divide between what we’re doing in the school district with our STEM initiatives over the last three years,” said David Woods, superintendent of the Oxford Area School District. “We’ve placed classes in our third and fourth grades, then our fifth and sixth grades and then our seventh and eighth grades. We now have engineering classes at the high school, along with an increased emphasis on AP, computer science and curricular courses.” Brian Hildebrandt, a computer engineer, said he and his wife were looking for a program that would appeal to their son as he was being educated in the Oxford Area School District. The Hildebrandts discovered Oxford Robotics, and he now runs the program, which includes 100 students from the district. “The importance of the FIRST Tech Challenge is getting our kids excited about what STEM is about, whether they’re interested in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, microelectronics or programming,” Hildebrandt said. “We need more problem solvers in our world – to bring more of our youth into the mode of thinking, ‘How do I solve problems?’ We give young people the opportunity to solve problems, and find ways to help improve our lives.” To learn more about Oxford Robotics, visit www. oxfordrobotics.org. To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@ chestercounty.com.

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An overflow audience filled the Oxford Area High School gymnasium on March 2 and 3 for the Pennsylvania State Robotics FIRST Tech Challenge.

More than 50 teams from six states, including two teams from Oxford Area High School and one from Unionville High School, competed in the event.

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KHS Mini-THON raises $42,613 An enthusiastic group of more than 300 Kennett High School students remained on their feet from 10 p.m. on Feb. 22 to 6 a.m. on Feb. 23 for Mini-THON, an event to raise money for the Four Diamonds Fund to benefit pediatric cancer research and families whose children are battling the disease. Through a variety of events, raffles, donations, and the Wizards basketball game, students have worked tirelessly in pursuit of this year’s goal. In the early hours of Saturday morning, student senior chairperson Jayna Bruno revealed the fundraising total of $42,613 to tired but happy participants. Despite the fact that this is Kennett’s fourth year sponsoring a Mini-THON, more students participated this year than in previous years. Kennett’s seven corporate sponsors for this year’s event were Kennett Education Foundation, Sinton Air Conditioning and Heating, Austin and Bednash Construction, High Tech Auto Body, Chatham Financial, Energy Transfer Solutions,

and The Perfect Impression. In addition, Kennett’s Mini-THON was supported by more than 30 local businesses who donated food or money. Modeled after Penn State’s Dance Marathon (THON), Kennett High School’s MiniTHON featured eight hours packed with fun activities, music, and food, all with an outer space theme. Faculty advisors for the event are Lisa Teixeira, KHS librarian and Humanitarian Club moderator, and Shawn Duffy, social studies teacher and Humanitarian Club assistant moderator. Twenty-four MiniTHON Executive Student Committee Members are led by senior event chair Jayna Bruno and junior chair Ashley Willey. And joining these student leaders for the event were Kennett alums Michael Bellino and Meredith Mitchell and several teacher chaperones. “I am so proud of the KHS Mini-THON team, particularly my co-chair, Shawn Duffy, and this year’s student leaders Jayna Bruno and Ashley Willey. Our

group seeks to not only raise money for Four Diamonds but to provide the community, in and out of school, with a framework for unity, inclusiveness, and fun,” Teixeira said. “And I am truly overwhelmed by the continued generous support from our community.” Event chair Jayna Bruno said, “This year’s Mini-THON was unforgettable and one I was thrilled to be part of. Not only did we host an event with the greatest number of participants in our history, we were overwhelmed by the support of the Kennett community. Without the encouragement from the community, an organization like Mini-THON would never be as successful as it is and would not be able to help nearly as many families that are battling their worst nightmare: pediatric cancer.” If you would still like to make a donation, please visit the KHS Mini-THON website at khsminithon.org or call the school at 610-444-6617 for more information.

Franklin supervisors grapple with stream sediment regulations By John Chambless Staff Writer The burden of complying with federal stream sediment restrictions was a topic of long discussion at the Feb. 27 Franklin Township Board of Supervisors meeting. The township’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer system permit must be submitted to the Department of Environmental Protection every five years. The last permit application from the township was rejected, and the township is required to implementing projects to prevent sediment from continuing to pollute streams. The current permit has been extended through April 2019. As part of the permit application, the township has to come up with solutions for managing stormwater in two of the three watersheds in the township. The largest, the White Clay Creek, requires a TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load) Plan, and the smaller watershed (The Chesapeake Bay) requires a PRP (Pollutant Reduction Plan). The third watershed area is so small that no plan is required. The board’s discussion considered stream restoration (935 feet) in the Franklin Preserve or retrofitting 25 detention basins. For the PRP plan, a stream restoration and tree planting on private property would meet the requirement. Board members were concerned about agreeing to the permit application before knowing the costs of the projects, but it is difficult to get a cost estimate until there are engineered plans. The board ultimately decided not to advertise the Permit Application at this time because they need more information. The township has asked the DEP for a three-month extension. The topic will be discussed again at the March 20 Board of Supervisors meeting. Shane Morgan, the management plan coordinator at White Clay Creek Wild and Scenic Recreational Rivers Program, updated the board about the Catch the Rain Rebate Program. The voluntary stormwater implementation program has been

ongoing since 2016. The program was developed by the White Clay Wild and Scenic River Program and the Brandywine Conservancy to address stormwater washing off the land, which is the largest source of pollution to the White Clay Creek. Almost all of the rain falling on roofs, driveways, roads, parking lots, mowed lawns and patios ends up as stormwater runoff. Morgan said the program has expanded to include both residents and HOA lands and offers up to 50 percent cost assistance up to $2,500. It has been very successful in Franklin Township, with about 24 percent of the participants from the township. For more information, and if you live in the White Clay Creek Watershed, visit http:// whiteclay.org/catchtherain. The board got updates on four zoning issues in the township. The owners of 1651 New London Road have submitted a Zoning Hearing Application for a change of use; the owners of 1620 New London Road have submitted a Conditional Use Application; and 206 Fox Run Road has been sold (a resident of that subdivision thanked the township for continuing to work with the bank to secure the area and take down trees while the house was vacant). A home at 3327 Appleton Road is still unresolved since the District Court Judge continued the case

until the Court of Common Pleas judge made a ruling. The Court of Common Pleas date was cancelled due to weather, and has been rescheduled for March 12 at 9:30 a.m. Township Historical Commission chairman Paul Lagasse reported that the Plow and Harrow Inn and the former Lawrence property were not deemed eligible by PennDOT’s historical resource review, despite follow-up comments from Karen Marshall (the county’s heritage preservation officer) and the Franklin Township Historical Commission. However, despite PennDOT review recommendations to the contrary, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission deemed 1668 New London Road and 1881 New London Road eligible for the National Register as historic farmsteads. National Register eligibility allows for more input from the property owner if they have concerns about PennDOT’s proposed roadwork. The board also unanimously endorsed Landscapes3, the Chester County Comprehensive Plan. For updated township information, visit www. franklintownship.us. To contact Staff Writer John Chambless, email jchambless@ chestercounty.com.

Magisterial District Judge Scott Massey, the judge for District Court 15-3-05 in Oxford, was again certified for service as a member of Pennsylvania’s Unified Judicial System after he successfully completed continuing legal education coursework. Conducted by the Minor Judiciary Education Board (MJEB) and the Administrative Off ice of Pennsylvania Courts (AOPC), the educational program for Magisterial District Judges is held in Harrisburg, Pa. The week-long instructional program is designed to ensure that Magisterial District Judges remain current in a variety of legal topics and management techniques required to fairly adjudicate cases and effectively supervise a district court office. This year’s curriculum featured the following: Updates on the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code, Landlord/ Tenant Law, Collection Cases: Primer on Proofs, ethics, debt collection, LGBTQ Cultural Humility, Verbal Judo, Criminal Law, MDJS, Mental Health, Social Media & IT Security, Court Continuity Operational Plans, Search Warrants and Evidence, Practical Issues at Preliminary Hearing, Wellness and

the Legal Profession, and Bail. Continuing education coursework is required by statute of each of the more than 500 Pennsylvania Magisterial District Judges, with approximately 50 Magisterial District Judges attending one of 13 such classes during each academic year. Magisterial District Judges represent the grass-roots level of Pennsylvania’s judicial system. In counties other than Philadelphia, Magisterial District Judges have jurisdiction over summary, criminal, and motor vehicle cases; landlord/tenant matters; and other civil actions where the amount claimed does not exceed $12,000. Magisterial District Judges may also accept guilty pleas in misdemeanor cases of the third degree under certain circumstances. Magisterial District Judges also have jurisdiction to issue arrest and search warrants and to hold ar raignments and preliminary hearings in criminal cases. Established by the Constitution, the Administrative Off ice of Pennsylvania Courts provides support to the Supreme Court in exercising its supervisory duties over each of the other

state courts. The Minor Judiciary Education Board was established by legislative act to administer the continuing legal education program for Magisterial District Judges, Philadelphia Municipal Court Traffic Division Hearing Officers and Philadelphia Arraignment Court Magistrates (formerly bail commissioners), as well as certifying courses for Magisterial District Judges, Philadelphia Municipal court Traffic Division Hearing Off icers, Arraignment Court Magistrates and other initial jurisdiction court judges. Massey was sworn in for a six-year term presiding over District Court 15-3-05 at the beginning of 2018. The areas served by District Court 15-3-05 include the Borough of Oxford and the townships of Penn, Elk, East Nottingham, West Nottingham, Upper Oxford, Lower Oxford, and New London.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2019

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ESTATE OF ROBERT J. GEIBLER, DECEASED. Late of the Township of New Garden, Chester County, PA. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to WILLIAM R. GEIBLER, EXECUTOR, c/o Jennifer E. Smith, Esq., 2751 Centerville Rd., Ste. 100, Wilmington, DE 19808, Or to his Attorney: JENNIFER E. SMITH, McCOLLOM D’EMILIO SMITH UEBLER LLC, 2751 Centerville Rd., Ste. 100, Wilmington, DE 19808 2p-27-3t

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according to a final Subdivision Plan of Penn Oak, made by Tatman and Lee Associates, Inc., dated 05/13/1990, last revised 06/25/1993 and recorded on 07/02/1993, as Plan #12109, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point on the southerly side of Locust Street (LR 15005), the northeast corner of Lot #26 and the northwest corner of the about to be described Lot; thence, along said Locust Street (LR 15005), north 65 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds east, crossing over a 20 feet wide sanitary sewer easement, 125.00 feet to a point; THENCE, leaving said Locust Street (LR 15005), south 12 degrees 41 minutes 8 seconds east, crossing over a drainage easement, 232.15 feet to a point, a corner of Lot #24 on said Plan; THENCE, extending along Lot #74 and passing through said drainage easement and 100 year flood line, south 60 degrees 10 minutes 11 seconds west, 54.64 feet to a point, a corner of Lot #25; THENCE, along said Lot #25, the two following courses and distances: 1. NORTH 49 degrees 17 minutes 32 seconds west, passing through a 20 feet wide sanitary sewer easement, 63.41 feet to a point; and NORTH 23 degrees 32 minutes 32 seconds west, passing through a 20 feet wide sewer easement, 54.99 feet to a point, a corner of Lot #26 on said Plan; THENCE, along Lot #26, north 23 degrees 32 minutes 32 seconds west, passing through aforementioned 20 feet wide sanitary sewer easement, 120.01 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning. BEING Lots #27 as shown on said Plan. Containing 22,934 square feet of land, be the same more or less. BEING Parcel ID 6-8-4.24 and being

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known for informational purposes only as 200 W. Locust Street, Oxford, PA BEING the same premises which was conveyed to Wilbur B. Ford and Kathleen Ford, by Deed of Joseph A. Petrucci and Misty Beth Petrucci, husband and wife, dated 04/09/2001 and recorded 06/26/2001 in Book 4992 Page 001 in the Chester County Recorder of Deeds Office, in fee. And the said Wilbur B. Ford has since departed this life, subsequent to which an estate was probated in the Chester County Register of Wills Office under Estate File Number 15-15-1942, whereby Letters of Administration were granted unto Kathleen Ford on or about December 28, 2016. PLAINTIFF: The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-9 VS DEFENDANT: KATHLEEN FORD SALE ADDRESS: 220 West Locust Street f/k/a 4 Penn Oak Lane, Oxford, PA 19363 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: SHAPIRO & DeNARDO, LLC, 610-278-6800 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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SALE NO. 19-3-111 Writ of Execution No. 2017-07208 DEBT $248,610.10

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ALL the right, title, interest and claim of Edward V. Stout, Jr. and Jacqualynn M. Stout of, in and to:

ALL the following described real estate situate partly in the Borough of Avondale and partly in the Township of New Garden, County of Chester and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Having erected thereon a dwelling known and numbered as 26 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA 19311 DEED Book 3778, Page 1867, Parcel Number 04-04-0008. PLAINTIFF: LSF9 Master Participation Trust VS DEFENDANT: EDWARD V. STOUT, JR. and JACQUALYNN M. STOUT SALE ADDRESS: 26 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale, PA 19311 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: BENJAMIN N. HOEN, ESQ., 412-434-7955 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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degree 14 minutes east 80 feet to a point; thence along land now or late of Richard Scully north 88 degrees 46 minutes west, 150 feet to the east side of a 14 feet wide alley; thence along east side of said alley, which is either opened or intended to be opened, south 1 degree 14 minutes west, 80 feet to a point; thence by other land now or late of Richard Scully, south 88 degrees 46 minutes east, 150 feet to the place of beginning. BEING UPI# 37-4L-13 BEING the same premises which Steven Smoker, by Deed dated October 13, 2012 and recorded November 26, 2012 in the Office of the Recorded of Deeds in and for Chester County in Deed Book 8572, Page 1099, granted and conveyed unto Rodger Cerritelli and Emma Knight. BEING known as: 1245 Old Wilmington Road, Coatesville, PA 19320, a/k/a 2145 Old Wilmington Road, Parkesburg, PA 19365 PARCEL No.: 37-4L-13 IMPROVEMENTS: residential property. PLAINTIFF: Pennymac Loan Services, LLC VS DEFENDANT: RODGER CERRITELLI and EMME KNIGHT n/k/a EMMA CERRITELLI SALE ADDRESS: 1245 Old Wilmington Road, Coatesville, PA 19320 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: POWERS, KIRN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 215942-2090 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter. SALE NO. 19-3-122 Writ of Execution No. 2018-05609 DEBT $144,319.13 ALL THAT CERTAIN tract of improved ground with the buildings erected thereon situate north of Fourth Street, east of Morris Street, and west of Chatham Street in the Borough of Avondale, County of Chester, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. PLAINTIFF: Caliber Home Loans, Inc. VS DEFENDANT: CHRISTOPHER A. PYLE and ABIGAIL E. BOWMAN SALE ADDRESS: 400 Chatham Street, Avondale, PA 19311 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: RICHARD M. SQUIRE, ESQ., 215-886-8790 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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Local News BEGINNING at a point on the title line in the bed of Schoolhouse Road T-378 said point also being a corner of Lot #1; thence extending from said beginning point and along the title line in the bed of Schoolhouse Road the 2 following courses and distances: (1) on the arc of a circle curving to the right having a radius of 1378.77 feet from the arc distance of 267.83 feet to a point of tangent; and (2) north 30 degrees, 32 minutes, 15 seconds east, 66.75 feet to a point a corner of Lot #1; thence extending along same the 3 following courses and distances: (1) south 61 degrees 22 minutes 25 seconds east, 258.84 feet to a point; (2) south 18 degrees, 57 minutes, 16 seconds west, crossing a floodplain, 292,70 feet to a point and (3) north 72 degrees, 02 minutes, 17 seconds west, recrossing the aforesaid floodplain, 296.64 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning.

BEING Lot #2 as shown on said Plan. BEING the same premises which Kenneth C. Weaverling, Jr., by Deed dated 05/09/2000 and recorded 05/25/2000 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for the County of Chester in Record Book 4759, Page 324, granted and conveyed unto Kenneth C. Weaverling, Jr. and Virginia Stanley. TAX ID No. 72-5-8 PLAINTIFF: M&T Bank VS DEFENDANT: VIRGINIA STANLEY and KENNETH C. WEAVERLING SALE ADDRESS: 651 Old Schoolhouse Road, Landenberg, Pennsylvania 19350 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: DANIELLE M. KARCICH, ESQ., 215-979-3858 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, March 21st, 2019 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, April 22nd, 2019. 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. 19-3-130 Writ of Execution No. 2016-02684 DEBT $323,603.41 ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground, situate in the Borough of Oxford, County of Chester and Commonwealth of Pa., bounded and described according to a final plan of Penn Oak prepared by Tatman and Lee Associates, Inc., dated 5/18/1990, last revised 6/25/1993 and recorded in Chester County as Plan No. 12109 as follows, to wit; BEGINNING at a point on the northerly side of Penn Oak Lane, a corner of Lot No. 30 as shown on said Plan; thence from said point of beginning, along the said side of Penn Oak Lane the two following courses and distances; (1) south 80 degrees 48 minutes 7 seconds west 50.56 feet to a point of curve (2) on the arc of a circle curving to the left having a radius of 175 feet the arc distance of 35.88 feet to a corner of Lot No. 33; thence along Lot No. 22, north 15 degrees 26 minutes 0 seconds west crossing a drainage easement and a sanitary sewer and driveway easement 131.64 feet to a point; thence north 77 degrees 18 minutes 52 seconds east 103.75 feet to a corner of Lot No. 30; thence along Lot No. 30 south 7 degrees 1 minute 8 seconds east recrossing said sanitary sewer and drainage easement 123.69 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning. TITLE to said premises vested in David Jackson and Pamela Jackson by Deed from Penn Oak Homes, Inc. dated November, 4 1998 and recorded December 21, 1998 in the Chester County Recorder of Deeds in Book 4476, Page 1847 as Instrument Number 96811. PLAINTIFF: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Asset Backed Funding Corporation Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2006-HE1 VS DEFENDANT: DAVID JACKSON and PAMELA JACKSON SALE ADDRESS: 14 Penn Oak Lane, Oxford, PA 19363 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MILSTEAD & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 856-482-1400 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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PROPERTY situate in Township of Franklin TAX Parcel #Tax ID/UPI Parcel No. 72-05-0008/72-5-8 IMPROVEMENTS: A residential dwelling. PLAINTIFF: Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper VS DEFENDANT: VIRGINIA STANLEY and KENNETH C. WEAVERLING JR. aka KENNETH C. WEAVERLING SALE ADDRESS: 651 Old School House Road, Landenberg, PA 19350 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 and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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and recorded on October 29, 2001, as Plan No. 15975 as follows to wit: BEGINNING at a point on the northeasterly side of Oxford Road (SR 3018), said point being a corner of Lot #16 (as shown on said Plan): thence from said point of beginning leaving said road extending along Lot #16 north 21 degrees 57 minutes 21 seconds east 210.00 feet to a point, being a corner of Lots #14 and 316; thence extending along Lot #14 south 68 degrees 02 minutes 39 seconds east 198.75 feet to a point in line of lands now or late of Albert O. Moran, Jr. and Louise J. Moran, being a corner of Lot #14 thence extending along lands of Moran the two following courses and distances: (1) south 16 degrees 02 minutes 19 seconds west 135.49 feet to a point on the aforesaid side of Oxford Road; thence extending along same north 68 degrees 02 minutes 39 seconds west 210.00 feet to the first mentioned point and place beginning. BEING Lot #15 on the above mentioned plan. BEING UPI #69-3-32. BLR# 69-3-32 BEING the same premises: the said Andrew N. Wright, an unmarried individual became seized of the interest granted and conveyed, in fee, by Jesse R. Cox and Amie M. Cox, husband and wife as evidenced by Deed dated 4/27/2007 and recorded 5/8/2007 in the Office of the Recorder in Chester County, in Book 7153, Page 1967, et c. PLAINTIFF: Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”) VS DEFENDANT: ANDREW N. WRIGHT SALE ADDRESS: 557 Oxford Road, Lincoln University, PA 19352 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MARTHA E. VON ROSENSTIEL, ESQ., 610328-2887 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the hereinS-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, March 21st, 2019 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, April 22nd, 2019. 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. 19-3-151 Writ of Execution No. 2018-00446 DEBT $389,433.76 ALL THAT CERTAIN, message, lot or piece of land situate on, in the Township of Londonderry, County of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, bounded and described, as follows, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN messuage and 2 tracts of land situate in the Township of Londonderry, County of Chester and State of PA, bounded and described as follows, to wit: TRACT NO. 1: BEGINNING at a stone in the middle of the Gap and Newport Turnpike Road; thence along the same and by land now or late of Joseph Booth south 58 1/4 degrees east, 101 perches to a stone (broken); thence by land now or late of Samuel Clark, south 08 degrees west, 13.50 perches to a stone; south 4 1/2 degrees east, 55 perches to a sassafras on a line of land now or late of Thomas Adams; thence by the same south 81 1/2 degrees west, 121.90 perches to a Gum Tree; thence by land now or late of Issac Pierce north 14 degrees east, 66.80 perches to a small white oak; thence north 88 degrees east, 32.30 perches to a chestnut; north 10 1/4 degrees east, 2.40 perches to a maple, north 72 3/4 degrees ‘west, 32.30 perches to a scrub “Spanish Oak; north 14 degrees east, 63 perches to the place of beginning.

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Pictured with Principal Tami Motes, top left, and Assistant Principal Kristen Chastain, Penn’s Grove School seventh grade Students of the Month for January are, front from left, Kevin Meiler, Leven Silver, Dylan Barr, Alice Santiago, Sydney Dunlap and Janely Parrilla; top from left, Grant Deyarmin, Jonathan Alvarez Lopez and Liam Malone. Julia Son and Micahia Glasgow are not pictured. E. White and Madolin E. White, his wife, dated 7/23/1969 and recorded in Chester County in Deed Book X-38 Page 727, and granted unto Alfred A. Liberi, in fee. ALSO excepting thereout and therefrom all that certain tract of land, containing described according to a survey by H2 Engineering Associates, dated 11/24/1980; by Deed conveyed from Paul E. White and Madolin E. White, husband and wife, dated 1/13/1981 and recorded in Chester County in Deed Book Y-57 Page 491, granted unto Ralph L. Stoltzfus and M. Ilene Stoltzfus, husband and wife, in fee. BEING UPI Number 4 602 00560000 PARCEL No.: 4 602 00560000 BEING known as:. 2122 Gap Newport Pike, Cochranville, PA 19330 BEING the same property conveyed to Gregory J. Cellini and Glenda M. Cellini, husband and wife who acquired title by Virtue of a Deed from Madolin E. White, no marital status shown, dated May 12, 1998, recorded May 20, 1998, at Deed Book 4351, Page 2201, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Chester County, Pennsylvania. PLAINTIFF: Fifth Third Mortgage Company VS DEFENDANT: GREGORY J. CELLINI and GLENDA M. CELLINI SALE ADDRESS: 2122 Gap Newport Pike, Cochranville, PA 19330 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI, LLC, 614-220-5611 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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EXCEPTING thereout and therefrom all those 3 certain tracts or parcels of land, being Parcel #1, containing 12.68 acres, more or less, Parcel #2 containing 21.76 acres, more or less, and Parcel #3, containing 26.38 acres, more or less, described according to a Plan of Property made by G.D. Houtman & Son, Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors, dated 5/2/1969 and revised 7/11/1969, by Deed conveyed from Paul

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Pictured with Principal Tami Motes, top right, and Assistant Principal Kristen Chastain, Penn’s Grove Middle School eighth grade Students of the Month for January are, front from left, Emily Pastor, Kylee Arnold, Emma Keiser, Jacob Little, Ciara Clendenin and Erin Chapmond; top from left, Alyssa Hanes, Chase Slay, Dustin Long, Harry Carr and Alex Waite. Jhan Flores Resendiz is not pictured.

be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, March 21st, 2019 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, April 22nd, 2019. 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. 19-3-157 Writ of Execution No. 2018-02972 DEBT $322,927.37

SALE NO. 19-3-148 Writ of Execution No. 2018-03590 DEBT $64,533.73

PROPERTY situate in the East Nottingham Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania

PROPERTY situate in the West Grove Borough, Chester County, Pennsylvania

BLR# 69-6-138.1E

BLR# 5-4-212

IMPROVEMENTS thereon: residential dwelling

PLAINTIFF: Pennymac Loan Services, LLC VS DEFENDANT: ROBERT C. NEELY a/k/a ROBERT CAMERON NEELY

PLAINTIFF: The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York Successor in Interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank as Trustee for Gsrpm 2002-1 VS DEFENDANT: KATHLEEN M. PALCSO a/k/a KATHLEEN M. COMBS

SALE ADDRESS: 266 Waterway Road, Oxford, PA 19363-3909 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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SALE ADDRESS: 109 East Summit Avenue, West Grove, PA 19390-1216 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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BLR# 61-6-404 BLR# #68-6-1.7 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: residential dwelling

IMPROVEMENTS thereon: residential dwelling

PLAINTIFF: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A VS DEFENANT: KAREN L. DRAKE

PLAINTIFF: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC VS DEFENDANT: ANNA-CARIN BREWER

SALE ADDRESS: 2104 Deer Path Road, Nottingham, PA 19362-9106

SALE ADDRESS: 246 Cherry Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348-4709

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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TRACT NO. 2: BEGINNING at a post in the middle of the Gap and Newport Turnpike Road, a corner of lands now or late of Oliver A. Baker and Job Harry; thence along the Turnpike Road by land now or late of Charles Booth (the following being the true and not magnetic bearings according to a survey made 11/14/1863) north 70 1/2 degrees west 25.80 perches to a post; thence by land late of the said David E. Clark, deceased, south 64 1/4 degrees east, 27.46 perches to a post; and thence by land now or late of Job Harry north 4 1/2 degrees east, 4.50 perches to the place of beginning.

demic achievements and participation in class and school activities.

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will

TAX Parcel #Tax ID/UPI Parcel No. 59-08-0218/59-8-218 IMPROVEMENTS: A residential dwelling. PLAINTIFF: PROF-2013-S3 Legal Title Trust IV, by U.S. Bank National Association, as Legal Title Trustee VS DEFENDANT: TERRI JAYNE METHVIN as EXECUTRIX of the ESTATE of JANE M. METHVIN DECEASED SALE ADDRESS: 645 Martin Drive, Avondale, PA 19311 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 and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 2p-27-3t

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West Nottingham Academy With flu still going around, Tower students participate in Health Urgent Care is ready House hearing Students from West Nottingham Academy, along with Bill Kilby of Kilby Dairy Farm and president of Cecil Land Trust, travelled to the House of Delegates in Annapolis, Md., recently to testify in support of two bills authored by Delegate Andrew Cassilly. HB 510 mandates that owners/operators of refuse disposal systems may not accept truckloads of yard waste or food waste unless they have the facilities to compost the waste, and HB 511 would allow digestate produced by anaerobic digestion to be classified and sold as commercial fertilizer. Both bills are focused on promoting organics recycling through composting and methane digestion to produce organic fertilizer and clean, renewable energy. “I was thrilled to testify with the West Nottingham students at the hearing in Annapolis,” Kilby said. “Not only were we able to promote an environmental program we believe in, the students got a great lesson in civics. Get involved, speak up, and be heard. It was an invaluable experience for these young people.” For Jaylah Bryant, a sophomore, “It was an exhilarating experience to be able to speak up for diverting food waste into digestate or compost, rather than just throwing it in the trash, something I feel strongly about.” “I was proud to have the chance to talk to our delegates about West Nottingham’s food waste diversion program,”

From left: Bill Kilby of Kilby Dairy Farm and Cecil Land Trust, Petter Ettinger of Bioenergy DevoCo, West Nottingham students, and delegate Andrew Cassilly at the Maryland House of Delegates.

agreed junior, Ethan McNary. “I wanted the delegates to know how serious WNA is about mitigating climate change by keeping food waste, that gives off the powerful greenhouse gas methane, out of landfills.” West Nottingham is an international day and boarding school in Colora, Md., with students from 21 countries and multiple states, including Maryland. The school’s Frank D. Brown Dining Hall serves three meals a day, seven days a week. Led by West Nottingham’s Student Environmental Council (SEC), the school partners with Kilby Dairy Farm to divert all food waste to the farm’s methane digester, where it is converted to compost and energy to run the farm. In return, West Nottingham purchases milk and ice cream from Kilby. The entire school community – teachers, staff, and students – participate to make the program a success. Currently, West Nottingham diverts over six tons of food waste annually, eliminating substantial waste removal costs

and seriously reducing the school’s carbon footprint. Max Scheiner, a senior who also testified at the hearing, said, “Diverting easily recycled waste from landfills or incinerators to compost or digester facilities is just common sense. Composting and digestion reduce waste, save money, and mitigate climate change. Why wouldn’t we encourage legislation that helps this industry?” The school’s partnership with Kilby Dairy Farm and Cecil Land Trust, a non-profit organization that permanently conserves farmlands in Cecil County, means West Nottingham students are exposed to opportunities for sustainability education. From learning about stream bank restoration to sustainable agricultural practices, to the closed loop process of waste in and usable products out, students understand that sustainability is a community effort, and by speaking to their legislators, they are learning what it means to be leaders in environmental stewardship.

Flu activity is still present in the region, additional access to care is available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at all Tower Health Urgent Care locations. Tower Health Urgent Care treated nearly 500 people for influenza-like illness in January. Symptoms of the flu will often manifest suddenly, in the form of fever or chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, or fatigue. If you are experiencing several of these symptoms at once, one of Tower

Health’s Urgent Care facilities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, Philadelphia, Delaware, Bucks, Northampton, and New Castle counties are available for medical care. All facilities are fully equipped to treat patients who have contracted the flu, including influenza testing and prescribing medication when necessary, X-rays, and blood work. “During flu season, ever yone should be deliberate about implementing preventative measures, such as getting a flu

shot, frequent hand washing, and properly covering coughs and sneezes. If you have not currently received the flu shot, there is still time,” said Hazel Bluestein, MD, Tower Health Urgent Care Chief Medical Officer. “If you do experience flu-like symptoms, it is important to make sure you get the necessary rest and medical treatment needed to keep it from spreading.” Urgent Care provides access at 19 locations. Visit www. towerhealthurgentcare. org.

Commissioners begin series of informal meetings beginning on March 7 The Chester County Commissioners have announced a series of “Coffee and Conversation” evenings, being held throughout Chester County over the coming months. The informal open forum gatherings will be held in cafes and coffee houses, and residents of all ages are encouraged to attend. The first is Thursday, March 7, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at The Corner Café, located in the

Jennersville Shopping Center (827A W. Baltimore Pike, West Grove). “The ‘Coffee and Conversation’ evenings follow previous county government information events including ‘On the Road’ Commissioners Meetings and the Chester County School of Government series,” said Becky Brain, County Communications Coordinator. “The events give Chester County residents the

opportunity to meet with all three County Commissioners at a local café or coffee house, to ask questions about county government programs and services that relate to everything from health, safety, open space and population growth to jobs, housing and the County’s many parks and trails.” Further Coffee and Conversation dates and locations will be announced in the coming weeks.

FAIRY TALES TO NURSERY RHYMES The Droller Collection of Picture Book Art

March 2 – May 12, 2019

Climb into the magical world of children’s literature through this stunning collection of more than 100 original and imaginative illustrations.

Fairy Tales to Nursery Rhymes: The Droller Collection of Picture Book Art is organized by The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, Massachusetts. This exhibition is made possible in Delaware by the Edgar A. Thronson Foundation Illustration Exhibition Fund and the Hallie Tybout Exhibition Fund. Additional support was provided, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com. Image: “‘Who are you?’ said the caterpillar,” 1983, Illustration for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (Victor Gollancz Ltd, 1984). Justin Todd (born 1932). Gouache on illustration board, 11 3/8 x 8 1/2 inches. Collection of Michael and Esther Droller. © 1984 Justin Todd.

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