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Volume 154, No. 21
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Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Chester County moving to yellow phase on June 5 By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
While the world remains in a wait-and-see phase somewhere between fear and cautious optimism about the continuing impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the residents of Chester County Kennett student’s and its many business owninnovation helps area ers are about to receive a hospitals...1B little good news. Beginning on June 5, Chester County will be among eight counties in Pennsylvania who will move from the red phase to the yellow phase, as part of Gov. Tom Wolf’s threetiered plan for reopening Pennsylvania during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Beginning May 27, businesses in the Kennett Borough and in Kennett Township can begin to apply for a loan and a grant through initiatives developed by Historic Kennett Square that are meant to provide financial assistance during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Primary Election is During the Kennett June 2...6B Economic Development Services Committee’s May 21 online meeting, Kennett Square Mayor Matt Fetick
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Work & Congregate Setting Restrictions Telework must continue where feasible Businesses with in-person operations must follow business and building safety orders Child care facilities can open, providing they comply with guidance Congregate care and prison restrictions remain in place Schools are to remain closed for in-person instruction Social Restrictions Stay at home orders are lifted Large gatherings of more than 25 are prohibited In-person retail is permitted, although curbside and delivery is preferred Indoor recreation, health and wellness facilities and personal care services (such as gyms, spas, hair salons, nail salons and other entities that provide massage therapy), and all entertainment (such as casinos, theaters) remain closed Restaurants and bars are limited to carry-out and delivery only
As part of a statement released on May 22, Chester County will join Berks, Bucks, Delaware, Lackawanna, Lancaster,
Lehigh, Northampton, wealth to be removed from Montgomery, and the red phase. Philadelphia as part of that On May 29, Dauphin, move that makes them the Franklin, Huntingdon, last counties in the commonContinued on Page 2A
introduced the Community Relief Fund (CRP), a program of the Borough of Kennett Square that will be administered by True Access Capital. This program was developed by the borough’s Revolving Loan Fund Committee and approved by Borough Council. Through the CRP, a borough business can apply for a low-interest loan program up to $10,000, with no prinPhoto courtesy of Historic Kennett Square cipal and interest payments Beginning May 27, businesses in the Kennett Square due for the first 12 months. Borough and in Kennett Township can begin to apply After the first year, the for a loan and a grant through initiatives developed by Continued on Page 2A
Historic Kennett Square and other partners.
Oxford Borough pursuing offer to place cell tower on parking garage It could result in a public hotspot for the borough By Betsy Brewer Brantner Contributing Writer
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Financial support programs launch for Kennett Borough and Kennett Township businesses By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
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The first council meeting to be held in the new Borough Hall building at 1 Octoraro Alley on the first floor of the multi-modal transportation center turned out to be a meeting held through Zoom instead. Zoom is a web-based video conferencing tool that allows users to meet online, with or without video. The public received instructions on how to participate, ahead of time through
required advertising and the Borough’s website. Council members discovered that Zoom was very easy to use. All attended, except Amanda Birdwell, who is working as a nurse during this global pandemic. Council and staff practiced social distancing while promoting new employee policies during this anything-but-normal time. The meeting was called to order by council president Peggy Russell. It was a full agenda since council had not met since the beginning
of March. Russell stated that an executive session was held on May 11, to discuss a real estate issue. One focus of the night was the Borough of Oxford’s decision to pursue an offer from AT&T to place a cell tower on the Multi-modal transportation center. The borough currently has a cell tower on their water tank, which has provided substantial revenues for Oxford for a number of years. But what piqued everyone’s interest was the possibility of providing
a mobile hotspot for the Borough. A hotspot is a physical location where people may obtain Internet access, typically using Wi-Fi technology, via a wireless local-area network (WLAN) using a router connected to an Internet service provider. Public hotspots may be created by a business for use by customers, such as coffee shops or hotels. However, hotspots would also provide internet to a population in the Borough that may not be able to afford the Continued on Page 5A
Rhys Whitehouse wins appointment to U.S. Coast Guard Academy Scholars Program By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer When Rhys Whitehouse was three years old, his family took him on a vacation to Bridlington, Yorkshire, one of the United Kingdom’s coastal towns. One day during that trip they saw the United Kingdom’s version of the Coast Guard—called Her Majesty’s Coastguard—do search-and-rescue training exercises. Mark Whitehouse can clearly remember his threeyear-son announcing to
the family that day that he wanted to join the Coast Guard one day. That day has arrived. Rhys Whitehouse, now a senior at Avon Grove High School, has won an appointment to the United States Coast Guard Academy Scholars Program. “He never wavered on that,” Mark Whitehouse said of his son’s determination to join the Coast Guard. “He was just locked in on Courtesy photo that from a very early age.” Rhys Whitehouse collects his Honor Cadet Award at Mark Whitehouse said the completion of AIM (Academy Introduction Mission) that the family moved to from Admiral William Kelly, the Superintendent of Continued on Page 3A
United States Coast Guard Academy.
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What You Need to Know About Health Insurance Their secret provider agreements By Frank Lobb When it comes to accessing healthcare, we face two very separate realities. The first is the one Congress and the healthcare insurance industry promote, which is that we don’t ration healthcare in the United States. The other is the one the Supreme Court has acknowledged where the rationing is the “very point” of our managed-care healthcare insurance system. Which raises the question of how can we have two realities for something so personal and public. How can our healthcare plans enforce rationing when common sense and the law tell us that only our doctor can determine the care we need and are promised? They do it by establishing secret contracts (Provider Agreements) with every innetwork doctor, hospital, and other healthcare provider within their network of approved healthcare providers and services — contracts that define every element of a provider’s operation within the network — contracts that restrict the right to coverage and payment — and contracts that severely limit the ability of our doctor to serve us. But, most important, these are contracts that cannot be found in any information or source available to you or me. These are contracts that are locked away from the public and never explained or even acknowledged. But they are contracts that I have seen and studied at length. With most contracts, the design is more important than its terms and conditions and that’s certainly true here. These contracts/Provider Agreements only allow an in-network provider (doctor, hospital, or other form of healthcare provider) to get paid if they comply with the decisions of your plan. That’s right, these Agreements literally bar a provider from billing you anytime they provide care your plan has refused to approve. So they don’t actually deny the care our doctor is prescribing. They simply say the provider can’t bill anyone for it. HOWEVER, and this is a very big however, these Agreements require the provider to supply the care OUR doctor is prescribing so long as it’s prescribed as necessary health care. The bottom line is that your plan is counting on you mistaking a denial of coverage and payment with a loss of the right to the care your doctor believes you need. Quite to the contrary, these Agreements make it absolutely clear that we are owed the care, but the provider is contractually required to provide it for free – free as in the provider isn’t allowed to bill us. Which opens the door for the next article. Frank Lobb, a local resident and business owner, is the author of “How to Refuse Your Hospital Bill.” More information about this topic is available at his website at www.killabill. com, and Mr. Lobb can be contacted at lobbsanalyticalworks@gmail.com.
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business has the option of either paying off the loan amount or amortizing it out for an additional 3 years at 3 percent. There is no application fee or outof-pocket expense for the business owner; however, there is a 4 percent origination fee that will be taken out of the loan proceeds. There is no collateral required for the loan, although businesses will be required to sign on as a personal guarantee. The loan program will accept applications on a rolling basis. Fetick said that the money to finance the loan program – about $500,000 – comes from what remains in a $1 million grant Kennett Square received nine years ago that it used for business revitalization, which was lent to various businesses. “These funds are not borough tax dollars or operating funds,” Fetick said. “They came directly from the commonwealth, and given to the borough as a grant to be
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Lebanon, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike and Schuylkill will move from the red phase to the yellow phase. Meanwhile, 17 counties will move to the green phase on May 29: Bradford, Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Forest, Jefferson, Lawrence, McKean, Montour, Potter, Snyder, Sullivan, Tioga, Venango and Warren. While many elected officials and business owners criticized the Wolf administration for what they felt kept Chester County and the entire southeastern region of Pennsylvania in a lockdown freeze that shut down business and commerce for too long, Gov. Wolf said that the stay-at-home directive has seen positive results. He referred to a study by Drexel University that indicates that in Philadelphia
invested specifically in businesses and revitalization in the borough.” In rolling out the details of the loan program, committee member Lorenzo Merino – and a financial loan advisor with True Access Capital – said that loans will be prioritized according to the following business matrixes: • Those businesses that have been open for two or more years; • Those businesses that have seen reduced sales by 30 percent or more during the pandemic; • Those businesses that have seen reduced sales by 50 percent or more during the pandemic; and • Those businesses that are 51 percent or more female or minority-owned or controlled. Those businesses ineligible to apply for a loan include large national chain companies; home-based businesses; businesses that have opened in the borough after March 1, 2010; and gambling facilities and adult stores. Under the loan application, businesses would be
required to submit their most recent financial statements up until the end of 2019, corporate documents, personal financial statements and a summary of the business and how the business has been impacted by COVID-19. Merino said that the loan can be used to help a borough business recover lost revenue during the COVID19 shut-down period, pay for rent, reopen their business, make improvements to their business space and pay for necessary inventory related to operating during the pandemic. The official roll-out for the loan program is expected to begin in the next week or so, and applications will be also be available in Spanish for Hispanic-owned businesses. “These loans are meant to be less cumbersome than a traditional loan application and typical underwriting,” he said. “We’re hoping to get these moving a lot quicker than any normal traditional application. “It’s difficult for a business to open up shop, and it takes capital to reopen, to rehire and restock, so I definitely
alone, 60 days of staying at home resulted in more than 7,000 lives saved and prevented more than 68,000 people from needing hospitalization. “We know not only that we succeeded in slowing case growth, but that our actions, our collective decisions to stay at home and avoid social contact – we know that saved lives,” Gov. Wolf said. “My stayat-home order did exactly what it was intended to do: It saved lives and it bought us valuable time.” As a determining factor in deciding which counties would move from the red phase to the yellow phase, the state used risk-based metrics from Carnegie Mellon University, combined with contact tracing and testing capability and a sustained reduction in COVID-19 hospitalizations. While the 50 new cases per 100,000 population was considered,
it did not weigh any more heavily than other factors. Overall, the new numbers reveal a sustained reduction in COVID-19-linked hospitalizations across the entire state. From May 8 when the first counties moved to yellow to May 22, the number of COVID-19 patients hospitalized dropped by nearly one thousand – from 2,618 to 1,667. In addition: • The number of COVID patients on ventilators shrank by about a third, from 505 to 347. • From May 8 to May 15, the state added 6,384 positive cases of COVID-19, but from May 15 to 21, it added 4,770 positive cases, indicating that new cases of COVID-19 continue to decline. • The current COVID-19 incidence rate in the state is 83.4 cases per 100,000 people. Two weeks ago, it was 113.6 per 100,000. Most other states are seeing their new case rate continue to increase or remain flat. • Pennsylvania is one of just 19 states with new caserate declines. “We continue to increase testing every day and are continuing to build our contact tracing capacity, as well,” Gov. Wolf said. “We are able to do these things, to be successful, to reopen in this manner because of the Pennsylvanians who have made tremendous sacrifices since the virus
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The Historic Kennett Square Small Business Response Fund will provide businesses in the Kennett Square borough and Kennett Township with grants up to $10,000.
think there is a need for help. The hope is that this money is going to be useful for those businesses, and hopefully, it will be used.” $250,000 in matching funds from Square Roots Collective Mike Bontrager the founder of Chatham Financial and the founder of the Kennett Square-based Square Roots Collective, introduced the Historic Kennett Square Small Business Response Fund, a collaborative effort that will provide businesses in the Kennett borough emerged in our state.” Getting Chester County back to work At the same time, the County Commissioners’ COVID-19 Business Task Force is preparing reopening strategies to help re-open, repair and restore a local economy badly in need of a rebirth. Members of the task force bring a wealth of business, economic, education and government acumen to the group and the agreed first steps are to find out what Chester County’s 15,000plus businesses need – and need to know – as the county moves from the red phase to the yellow phase of reopening. “Every day, we monitor our status in Chester County and weigh up the balance between the needs of our employers with the guidance of our Health Department,” said Marian Moskowitz, Chester County Commissioners’ Chair. “We are anxious for county business to resume, and through the incredible partnerships of our business task force members, we are working to prepare businesses for what they will need to start working again. “Trying to determine the range of needs among our incredibly diverse and geographically wide-spread business community is a daunting task – especially when we are up against a tight timeline. “Our nine regional chambers of commerce, our municipality representatives
and Kennett Township with grants up to $10,000. The financial wellspring of the grant fund will come from donations from the local community, as well as a commitment from Square Roots Collective to match up to $250,000 in the total amount of donations that come from the community. Historic Kennett Square Economic Development Director Nate Echeverria gave an overview of the grant package, which will begin on May 27. The grant applications will be reviewed, selected and distributed through a and our industry-specific leaders are focusing on the first steps to prepare for reopening, and their networks ensure efficient communication to and from our thousands of businesses – large, medium and small.” At the same time as the task force is petitioning businesses on what they need to ensure their customers and employees remain protected from the coronavirus, the business task force is creating a “toolkit” using the mitigation strategies developed by the state. Feedback from Chester County businesses will be compared with the Pa. mitigation recommendations, to make sure the toolkit includes coronavirus prevention strategies that are realistic, and therefore will be followed by county businesses. Chester County Commissioner Josh Maxwell said that they key directive of the task force will be to begin a two-way communication with business owners. “The questions and requests from businesses could be as straightforward as supplying personal protection equipment to assure they are safe to begin operating,” Maxwell said. “Our business owners, managers and employees could have more specific questions about alternative ways to conduct their business that would allow them to safely provide more services during the defined ‘yellow’ phase.” With the first step of the COVID-19 Business Task Force underway, the core team -- along with the devel-
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Square Roots Collective, the creators of the Creamery of Kennett Square, will match all gifts to the Historic Kennett Square Small Business Response Fund up to $250,000.
seven-member grant review committee of bilingual local stakeholders, and applications will be provided in both the English and Spanish languages. Grants will be available to consumer-facing retail small businesses, and eligible businesses will be able to apply for both the grant and the Historic Kennett Square Small Business Response Fund. oping advisory committee -- will begin measures to guide the development of Chester County’s longer term economic recovery plan. In some ways, the county has already begun. The investments that the County Commissioners have made to fight the impact of COVID-19 include the formation of a $5 million Main Street Preservation grant program to financially support the county’s small businesses, and the program of antibody testing, which has already begun for first responders, health care workers and all members of their households. “Chester County plans,” said County Commissioner Michelle Kichline. “We plan for population growth; we plan for land preservation and urban development. We plan for rainy days, which is why we have been able to invest in so many ways to meet residents’ and employers’ needs during this crisis. “Now, we are planning to strengthen our economy, post-COVID-19, through a stepped approach to reshaping and restoring Chester County.” Any Chester County employers who have considered different, creative ways to safely offer services to customers are encouraged to provide details of those ideas with the COVID-19 Business Task Force. Comments or questions can be emailed to business@chesco.org. To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.
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Chester County Press The grant program is only available for a certain segment of non-profits; particularly, those that operate similar to a consumer facing retail small business, such as a bookstore, café or music venue. Youth centers and food distribution services will not be eligible to receive a grant. The application window for the grant will open on May 27, at which point businesses can apply for a grant and the community can begin making contributions. The first round of the application period will close June 12, and those businesses who receive a loan will be notified on June 22. Additional rounds will be introduced as funds become available. Due to a variety of legal and tax requirements, individuals are not able to make a direct donation to a specific business of their choice as part of this program. However, they will be asked to specify their favorite local business when making a donation to the fund, which will be considered by the grant review committee when making final decisions.
In speaking about Square Roots Collective’s substantial matching offer, Bontrager said that it stems from the Collective’s belief that “any thriving community is really an ecosystem, where the health of one area affects the health of the others.” It’s in perfect step, he said, with the objectives of the Collective, which is centered around community development, social impact and environmental stewardship. “The mission of the Collective is advancing the community of Kennett Square so that all residents can thrive,” he said. “We want to see a thriving community regardless of your background, your race, your socio-economic status or your faith. “Clearly in this time of COVID-19 our financial ecosystem is under stress, and we’re asking, ‘How do we participate in helping to alleviate some of the pain of that stress?’” Bontrager said that a key silver lining that he is seeing emerge from the COVID-19 crisis is that local residents
are beginning to see how important for-profit businesses are to the lifeblood of small towns like Kennett Square. “Too many people think in terms of non-profits as altruistic and for-profits as more self-centered,” he said. “What this crisis has demonstrated is that successful businesses are not simply good for tax base, but for the jobs, the vibrancy and the unique sense of place that makes Kennett and so many other small towns successful. “By creating this fund where Square Roots will match donations, we’re hoping that it will encourage the generosity of our community to this segment of our economy.” “What is so unique about this opportunity we have with the Square Roots Collective is the matching element, and the challenge of how can really engage with the community on the fundraising effort,” Echeverria said. “Having this challenge out there is such a great way to mobilize the community.”
Historic Kennett Square Executive Director Bo Wright said that the community will soon receive email information about how they can make their private contribution to the fund. “The success of this program depends upon community support and their contributions – people from the community stepping up and saying they wish to donate to the small businesses in their community,” Wright said. “The best case we would love to see is to have people make a donation and then pass the information on to someone else.” Historic Kennett Square Economic Development Committee member Bob Norris applauded Echeverria, Merino and Bontrager for their contributions to launch these two initiatives, as well as additional credit to borough council member Rosa Moore, local real estate agent and former borough council member Luis Tovar, Luke Zubrod of Square Roots Collective, and to borough manager Joe Scalise.
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the completion of the AIM. In the fall of 2019, Rhys applied to the United States Coast Guard Academy, and he was notified that he had earned a spot in the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Rhode Island in December. Mark Whitehouse explained that it’s extremely competitive to get an appointment to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, which is the smallest of the five United States service academies. It is ranked among the nation’s most prestigious institutions of higher learning, training the future leaders of America’s multi-mission
maritime military force. It’s so rare for a student to be accepted into the Coast Guard Academy, in fact, that one school district official told Mark Whitehouse that Rhys may be the only Avon Grove student in the last 20 years to earn that distinction. Having a well-rounded background is a prerequisite for entrance into the United States Coast Guard Academy, and Rhys worked hard in the classroom, consistently earning a spot on the honor roll in high school. He volunteered with the West Grove Fire Company and helped work on the light and sound team
for the high school’s theater program. Rhys was also a defensive lineman on the Avon Grove football team. He was on the varsity squad the last three seasons. Rhys has also been training to get his license to pilot helicopters at Chester County Aviation for the last few years. He won a scholarship just last year from the Aero Club of Pennsylvania that helped pay for his flying lessons. Mark Whitehouse is extremely proud of his son as he prepares to embark on this next stage of his life—and he comes one step closer to fulfilling a lifelong dream.
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the U.S. from the United Kingdom about nine years ago, settling in the Avon Grove School District. By the time Rhys reached high school, he really started focusing in on what it would take to earn appointment to the United States Coast Guard Academy. When he was in his junior year in high school, Rhys applied for and was accepted to the AIM (Academy Introduction Mission), for a week-long program. The experience was a good one, and Rhys was the recipient of the Honor Cadet Award at
Norris said that the grant fund has already received 15,100 in donations, which, when added to the match offered by Square Roots Collective, brought the fund total to $30,200 – just under a week before the fund has been made public. Immediately after the May 21 online meeting, Norris said that a local realtor called him, and despite the fact that the industry she is part of is suffering during the COVID-19 crisis, she and her husband made a $100 donation. “She told me that she and her husband were nearly in tears after hearing about the program, and said, ‘We’re giving $100 because we think it’s the right thing to do,’” Norris said. “Another gentleman called and said he and his wife were touched by the effort and were going to donate their $1,200 stimulus checks to the program to help local businesses. It is neighbors helping neighbors, and these offers are a touching example of the spirit of the people of Kennett Square.” Norris said that when com-
bined, the loan and grant programs could accumulate as much as $1 million in support of Kennett area businesses. “As we pull through the red and yellow phases and eventually into the green phase, the economic viability of our businesses will be critical for keeping people working and our town prospering, and it will allow us to maintain what a special place Kennett Square is to live, work and play,” he said. For complete information on applying for the Community Relief Fund loan, email Lorenzo Merino at lomerino@trueaccesscapital.com. For complete information on applying for and contributing to the Historic Kennett Square Small Business Response Fund, email Nate Echeverria at nate@historickennettsquare.com. Information on both programs is provided in Spanish. To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.
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Rhys Whitehouse played for three seasons on Avon Grove’s varsity football team.
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In difficult times, words of wisdom for the Class of 2020 This year, for the first time since they welcomed their very first students into their respective and hallowed halls, Avon Grove, Kennett, Oxford and Unionville high schools will not be having commencement exercises as they had been originally planned.. For every graduate, his or her commencement exercise serves as the skinny sliver of time between Closure and Beginning, the two-hour stopover between Yesterday and Tomorrow, all heightened by the pomp and circumstance ritual of music, graduation gowns and diplomas. In retrospect, as the wave of a worldwide pandemic sweeps over Chester County and the world, such an event seems insignificant against our current backdrop, but what COVID-19 has done to these students is nothing short of an attempt to silence the dreams and expectations of thousands of 18-year-olds. It picked on the wrong generation. What this group of young adults has proven time and time again is that if you build a wall in front of them, they will leap over it. Give them a challenge, and they will crush it. Present them with seemingly insurmountable odds and they will respond by running faster, thinking harder, and doing it all while holding each other up. The Chester County Press knows a lot of them. Over the past four years, we’ve spoken with them, covered their sports and their activities and seen them give selflessly to their communities. We believe that this is the generation that will ultimately save the world. We acknowledge every graduate’s achievements and their aspirations for their future, and share just a few of the many words of hope that have been spoken of lately to graduates all over the nation – by two athletes, a musician, a comedian, an iconoclast and a former President of the United States. “I know first-hand the power of a movement led by and for the next generation. You are that next generation. Take the torch and leave your mark. Put your stake in the ground and build the future that you want and you believe in and fight like hell to do it.” Megan Rapinoe “Class of 2020, I know the last thing you want to hear right now is “stay home.” That’s not my message to you. My message is, stay close to home -- maybe not physically but in every other way possible. Pursue every ambition, go as far as you can possibly dream and be the first generation to embrace a new responsibility, a responsibility to rebuild your community. “Class of 2020, the world has changed. You will determine how we rebuild, and I ask that you make your community your priority.” LeBron James “We had to slow down to receive this amazing gift and blessing called more time. Time was flying, but not anymore. This is what was needed to prepare us for the future. This is prayers answered, but now we learn the hard way that we all are equal.” Mary J. Blige “No one else defines you but you. Your perseverance and your tenacity is what people will remember. It’s not that you will fall down because we know everyone falls down, and it is how you get back up, and that you continue to get back up. What other people think of you is never as important as what you think of yourself.” Chelsea Handler “The important thing to remember about career paths is that they don’t have to last forever, and when I was in my 20s, I thought I’d always work in software. I never saw myself working in philanthropy or on global health at all, let alone leaving behind my job at Microsoft to do it full-time. As you get older, your interests and your skills will evolve. My advice is to be open to change. Don’t be afraid to try something new.” Bill Gates “If the world is going to get better it’s going to be up to you. With everything suddenly feeling like it’s up for grabs, this is your time to seize the initiative. Nobody can tell you anymore that you should be waiting your turn, nobody can tell you anymore that this is how it’s always been done. More than ever this is your moment, your generation’s world to shape. “You’ve got more role models, more road maps, more resources than the civil rights generation did. You’ve got more tools, technology and talents than my generation did. No generation has been better positioned to be warriors for justice and remake the world.” Barack Obama
Opinion Kane receives endorsements from progressive organizations This week, Democrat John Kane, a candidate for the Pennsylvania State Senate in the 9th District, received the endorsements of major progressive organizations in the final stretches of the Democratic Primary campaign. Pennsylvania National Organization for Women, Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals, MOMs Demand Action Everytown for Gun Safety, and Humane PA PAC all announced their endorse-
ment or distinction of Kane. “I’m truly humbled by the overwhelming support we’ve received for our campaign this week,” Kane said in a statement. “These progressive organizations have been leading the way in fighting for our values for decades. I’m incredibly grateful to receive their endorsement and honored by the trust they’ve placed in me to be a champion for their mission.” In the midst of this pan-
demic, the organizations that represent the heroes fighting on the front lines, fighting Republican antichoice advances, and protecting the safety of our communities emphatically agree that Kane is the best choice in the Democratic Primary. “Our moment requires steadfast leadership and I’m thrilled to join these organizations in fighting to bring progress to our district,” said Kane. Maureen May, the presi-
dent of the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals, said, “We know that (John) will be a champion for healthcare professionals across our Commonwealth.” “We appreciate John’s support and commitment to advocating on behalf of our mission and the communities we serve,” the PA NOW PAC said in a statement. “We are proud to support such a qualified candidate for office.”
Chester County Voter Services receives donation of 1,500 face shields Thanks to two separate donations of face shields, Chester County voters and poll workers will have even greater protection from the threat of the spread of coronavirus on primary election day on June 2. The offer of 1,000 face shields made by Boothwyn-based company Nielsen-Kellerman (NK) came from NK CEO Alix James. A company that usually manufactures and distributes rugged, weatherproof environmental and sports performance instruments, NK leadership and staff decided to temporarily add protective face shields to its product line, specifically to donate to organizations needing them during the COVID-19 pandemic. “All NK products are designed and built in our businesses around the U.S., and here in our Boothwyn location we decided to begin making the face shields for the region’s front line workers,” said James. “On June 2, many people in Chester County will be stepping up to run polling places for the primary election, which
really makes them front line workers for the day. The team at NK are pleased to be able to donate these face shields to protect them – and in turn protect Chester County voters who go to the polls that day.” In addition to the 1,000 face shields donated by NK, Chester County will receive an additional 500 face shields made by Chester County high school students who are part of the “Out of the Box Robotics” club located in Coatesville. Out of the Box Robotics members used their design and 3-D printing capabilities to make thousands of face shields for first responders and healthcare workers who are providing crucial services in the fight against COVID-19 in Chester County. On June 2, 500 of the group’s face shields will be used in voting precincts throughout the county. Despite the threat of the coronavirus, a majority of Chester County’s established polling places are opening for the June 2 primary. The county’s Voter Services staff are provid-
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Chester County Voter Services Director Sandra Burke (center) with Voter Services staff member Laura Bradley (left) accepted a delivery of 1,000 protective face shields donated by Nielsen-Kellerman CEO Alix James.
ing the maximum level of personal protection equipment for every precinct, including masks, gloves and sanitation kits for poll workers, plexiglass shields – and now, face shields. Sandra Burke, Director of the Chester County Department of Voter Services, said, “This year, with COVID-19, voting is considered an essential activity, and poll workers and polling locations for each precinct are under-
taking an essential service. We thank the staff of Nielsen-Kellerman and the students from Out of the Box Robotics for their generous donations, providing an extra level of personal protection for all poll workers.” A full list of Chester County’s polling place locations for the June 2 primary election is available at the Chester County Voter Services webpage, www. chescoorg/voter-services.
The Chester County Fire Chiefs Association celebrates National EMS Week The volunteer firefighters of Chester County Fire Chiefs Association are thankful for the EMS practitioners who serve alongside them at emergency scenes, and they celebrated the emergency responders during National EMS Week, which took place from May 17 to 23. The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) and the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) lead the annual EMS Week activities. The special recognition always takes place in the third full week of May. This year’s theme was “Ready Today. Preparing for Tomorrow.” The purpose of the special week is to honor the medical personnel who provide lifesaving services every day, impacting patients, families and communities. The theme was developed some time ago, but is even more meaningful as the EMS community serves on the front lines during the COVID-19 crisis. To celebrate EMS Week, NAEMT, ACEPT and partner associations abided by national and local guidelines for the well-being of everyone. However, it is more impor-
tant now than ever before to honor EMS professionals who are selfless and provide quality care to citizens. In the Chester County community, the best care is provided when first responders work together. Chester County firefighters, fire police, police officers and EMTs work alongside each other at emergency scenes. As a team, they help others through the worst incidents of their lives, and provide a sense of security and relief in the chaos. “We appreciate the hardworking and dedicated EMS practitioners who help us respond in any emergency,” said Neil Vaughn, head of the Chester County Fire Chiefs Association volunteer recruitment committee. “Together with our firefighters, these highly trained professionals work to save the lives of Chester County residents.” Chester County EMTs help save lives by treating and transporting the sick and injured to the hospital. They respond to a multitude of different medical calls, as well as specialized calls like auto accidents, carbon monoxide alarms and other rescue calls. Training and equipment are provided for free by the fire company.
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Emergency responders were honored during EMS Week activities.
If you want to make a difference in the community, consider volunteering with your local Chester County fire company as an
EMT, firefighter or in an administration position.To learn about all the volunteer opportunities, visit www. helpfightfire.com.
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service otherwise. That population includes school students who critically need these services in order to complete homework assignments, especially at a time like this. Council members expressed the need for a thorough investigation of this, citing health and safety concerns, plus location and zoning issues. The antennae would potentially be located twenty to twentyfive feet above the upper floor of the garage. Expected benefits would be additional revenue, improvement in cell service and, of course, the potential for a public hotspot. Council will continue to investigate this issue and present their findings. The agenda was approved adding an item on COVID19 policy for borough employees. A formal policy was approved by Council, which established a protocol to provide a safe environment for employees. Borough Manager Brian Hoover said, “We have been following the safety measures you just approved. We take temperatures of employees before they enter and enforce wearing masks and hand-washing.” The policy was effective immediately. Council will also continue working on COVID 19 issues and discussing how to keep the public apprised of new updates. Council discussed the layoffs of some employees in April, including cross-
ing guards and a parking attendant. Some employees were able to work from home. Hoover told Council that Public Works employees had actually been able to complete more projects than usual during this time. Council approved the minutes for the Feb. 10 and March 2 meetings, as well as the emergency meeting held on March 22. Some projects such as the police station are on hold for the moment, but Council did approve the following items: • The signing of the Keystone Contract for the installation of street lights through the Regional Street Light Procurement Program; • The payment of March bills; • Employee layoffs; • The payment of $267,953.97 of the Oxford Area Sewer Authority guaranty from the Capital Fund, not the Water Fund; • The purchase and installation of a camera for the alley in the amount of $4,000; • Resolution No 12912020 supporting the filing of a grant application with the Chester County Department of Community Development for improvements on Second St., Locust St. and Octoraro Alley; • Resolution No. 1292 -2020 extending the declaration of the local state disaster emergency; • Resolution No. 12932020 approving the cooperative police mutual aid agreement between Kennett Square Borough, Kennett Township and Southern Chester
County Regional Police Department; • HARB recommendation for the approval of 62 N. Third Street, Oxford. In other business, Council approved a number of motions, including the following: • A motion to adopt Resolution No. 1294-2020 on waiving the fees for real property tax relief and extending the deadline to Dec. 31, 2020 due to the pandemic; • Appointment of Phil Harris to the HARB for the term that extends through December of 2024; • Motion to award the contract for the Oxford Library heating and air conditioning to Oxford Plumbing and Heating, to be paid for by the Oxford Public Library; • Motion to approve an amendment to the borough manager’s contract allowing participation in an outside insurance, saving the Borough $22,183.16. One big borough project planned includes approving the release of a bid for repaving, curbing and sidewalks for Broad, Nottingham, Franklin and Garfield streets. Hoover and borough engineer Dave Bright stressed the need to put the bid out as soon as possible in order to complete the project this year, but many council members and Sidewalk Committee members still have unanswered questions. After a lengthy discussion, it was decided that council will hold a meeting on June 1 to continue the discussion and work toward releasing the bid for the project. Russell said, “My under-
standing of this project is that it is part of our plan for a walkable community. Both council and the Sidewalk Committee still have many questions so I think we need another meeting so we can fully address all of our questions before we release this bid.” It was decided that the borough engineer would meet with the Sidewalk Committee as well to answer any questions. The multi-modal Transportation Center projects are also winding down. Council approved an application for payment for the Oxford multi-modal transportation center – No. 15 to CPS Construction Group for $1,000. Council also approved an application for payment on the Oxford multi-modal transportation center – No. 16, also to CPS Construction Group, in the amount of $230,281.25. Hoover said there are a few minor items that need finished and upon their completion the check will be sent. “That will conclude the project,” Hoover said. “We will then be able to apply for our holdback money on our CRP grant and DCED grant in the amount of $300,000. It’s the 10 percent that is held back from these grants until the project is completed.” Council approved the elevator service contract in the amount of $4,743 a year for the years 2021 through 2026 with OTIS. They approved the Heritage Printer five-year service contract for the printer at the Borough Hall at $125 per month.
A cleaning contract with for the borough hall with A Helping Hand Cleaning Service was also approved for once-a-week cleaning at $108.71 per cleaning. Council also received an update on Gibson Alley. It was determined that this is a borough-owned alley. Notices will be sent to property owners along the alley advising them the borough owns the alley and will be enforcing all laws pertaining to that. The alley will be added to the street list, codified in the ordinance and street signs will also be ordered. There are still some minor issues that will be discussed further. Council has also discussed in-house printing of business cards for borough council members, the mayor and the borough manager. Council will continue to discuss this issue. Mayor Phil Harris delivered his report to council, which included his involvement with food distribution, working with chamber to help local businesses during the problems created by the pandemic. Harris will be continuing to work with borough council member Kathryn Cloyd and the borough’s Community Outreach Committee. Harris was also involved with creating a virtual Memorial Day celebration after it was decided that the Memorial Day Parade was cancelled for this year. Recurring reports were approved by council and committee reports were reviewed. The only public comment during the meeting was from the Emergency
Management Coordinator John Reynolds, who said he would like to have a further discussion with council on the proposed cell tower project on the parking garage. Russell announced that parking for voting at the Presbyterian Church will be free on Election Day, June 2, for voters parking at the multi-modal transportation center. She also thanked Hoover and the entire borough staff, some of those who worked from home, public works, and Arlene Harrison. She also thanked council members for being able to work remotely. She thanked Harris for all the work he has done. She thanked borough solicitor Stacey Fuller for her help during such a difficult time. Hoover thanked council for their support. He thanked all of the employees, and public works for completing numerous projects. “We are working hard to keep everyone safe,” Hoover said. Lastly, the junior council members spoke. Mason Clark, said that there will be a virtual graduation this year and diplomas will be mailed to graduates. Maddie Chambers said the senior prom would be rescheduled to July. Russell said, “I am so proud of both of you and would hope you would continue with us in the summer months.” The next meeting for borough council is scheduled for June 1 and will also be a meeting conducted through Zoom. Instructions are on the borough website, or call the borough at 610-9322500 for more information.
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Avon Grove celebrates the 431 members of the Class of 2020 On Saturday, May 16, more than 70 Avon Grove School District staff members, board members and administrators decorated their vehicles and drove through the school district’s neighborhoods in a “car parade” to celebrate the class of 2020. Groups gathered in the parking lot of Avon Grove High School (AGHS) at 9 a.m. to adorn their vehicles with balloons, signs and streamers, and to obtain parade routes for the occasion. With horns beeping, the car parades proceeded in all directions. The school
district surprised each student with a visit to their home, and successfully delivered lawn signs to all 431 graduates who are in the Class of 2020. This event is just one of the many festivities that the Avon Grove School District staff and administration have planned to honor and recognize each of the graduating seniors. Preparations for a virtual graduation ceremony have commenced, and caps and gowns were distributed for a personalized “walking the stage” ceremony at the high school.
The virtual ceremony will also include recordings of speeches from the high school administrators and students, recognition of the seniors entering the military, the traditional changing of the guard for class officers and a special turn of the tassel. The full version of the virtual graduation ceremony for the Avon Grove High School class of 2020 will be available for viewing on June 8 at 7 p.m. on the Avon Grove School District website at https:// www.avongrove.org/agtv/ commencement.
Staff members show their Avon Grove pride by decorating their vehicles for the senior car parade.
An Avon Grove School District graduate smiles next to the lawn sign that was delivered to him during the senior car parade. A school board member distributes lawn signs for the senior car parade.
A parade group poses with the last student on their route after visiting close to 40 homes during the senior car parade.
A member of the Class of 2020 is overwhelmed with excitement during the senior car parade.
Kennett High School senior Rónán Gorman makes and donates ear savers to area hospitals Kennett High School senior Rónán Gorman, like so many of America’s students, was looking for something to do. His pre-pandemic days were incredibly full; between a demanding academic course load, the Demon Robotics team, swimming, and track and field, he had very little free time. But with all of his club meetings and competitions cancelled, he found himself especially missing the Robotics shop and the hands-on work he did there. Soon after stay-at-home orders were issued in Pennsylvania, Rónán heard about the dire need for personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers nationwide. Using his Computer-Aided Design (CAD) abilities, he decided to 3D print “ear savers” that he first saw on Facebook. “The ear saver is just one solid piece, so I knew it would be easier for me to print and distribute quickly to as many people as possible,” Rónán explained. Rónán’s ear-saving device attaches to a facemask and eases the discomfort of wearing that critical piece of PPE for extremely long hours, day after
day by achieving a tighter fit even on smaller heads and relieving the pressure of the mask’s weight on the wearer’s ears. Once he determined his production strategy, Rónán then planned to donate his ear savers to medical personnel, first responders, and other essential workers serving the Kennett community. Gauging interest by reaching out to family friends who are nurses or doctors, he soon had several requests for the device. Word traveled quickly via social media after he delivered his first batch, and in a matter of two or three days, Rónán was printing ear savers nearly around the clock on his one 3D printer. Each ear saver takes approximately 20 minutes and about five grams of filament to print. As weeks passed and demand increased, Rónán reached out to two friends on the Robotics team, Nate Judd and Rio King, who also have 3D printers. Together, they have been able to produce enough to help meet the community’s needs. Rónán accepts no payment for his ear savers, taking on the cost of the filament necessary to print
the equipment himself. Instead, he asks recipients to “pay it forward.” “I’d like people to make a donation to the KACS Food Cupboard or some other organization in the community,” Rónán said, “but I also ask people to just pass the word. The goal is to keep the people who are putting their own lives at risk safe right now.” Christina Gorman, Rónán’s mother, believes that the person Rónán has become is “a direct reflection of the influence, experiences, and education from his 13 years as a student at KCSD.” She added, “The combination of Rónán’s involvement with the Robotics Team and STEM courses, along with Kennett’s high standards and requirements for community service, developed his natural interest in looking at today’s challenges, identifying a problem or need, then using creativity and technology to come up with a solution. He put that into action by donating his time and resources to help others.” At some point along the way, Rónán lost count of the number of ear savers he
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Dr. Elizabeth Teixeira, who works in the ER at Thomas Jefferson Hospital, wears one of Rónán’s ear savers.
was producing. But, he can confidently say that several hundred have been printed and donated to Chester County Hospital, Lankenau Hospital, Christiana Hospital, the COVID-19 ICU at Riddle Memorial Hospital, A.I. DuPont Nemours, doctors offices, veterans’ homes, the KACS Food Cupboard, the local farming industry for handson staff, and many other organizations and facilities. This fall, Rónán will be attending Rochester Institute of Technology
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Rónán Gorman is pictured with one of the ear savers that he made.
(RIT) to study mechanical engineering technology with an interest in renewable energies. Rónán currently holds three Kennett High School swimming records in relay events and plans to swim for RIT. He has earned top merit as well as STEMrelated scholarships. Each one of the devic-
es that Rónán prints and donates represents a true dedication both to his principles and to his passions. In these unprecedented and often stressful times, his ingenuity and his kindness have brought comfort to many on the front lines of the fight against COVID19 – in particular, to their ears.
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Obituaries BARBARA WITHEY MCINTYRE
THELMA GENE RAY
Thelma always put others first. She was like a mom to her children’s friends. She is survived by two daughters, Pamela May and Teresa Gebhart; two sons, Darryl Stanley and Christopher D. Ray; 12 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; and two sisters, Joyce Kirk and Mabel Pucket. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Karitia Leto and Dora Gentry; two sisters, Violet West and Stella Campbell; and three brothers Cecil Ford, John for five years. Ford and Willis Ford. She was a member of the Ocklokonee Tribe #212 Services will be held at a later date. I.O.R.M Degree of Pocahontas. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. She enjoyed bingo, quilting, crafts, gardening, jigsaw Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., in Oxford. puzzles and word searches. She also enjoyed going on Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinswalks and picking berries. funeralhome.com. Thelma Gene Ray, of Oxford, passed away on May 15 at Ware Presbyterian Village in Oxford. She was 82. Born in Sugar Grove, VA, she was the daughter of the late Milton and Mary Jane Rich Ford. Thelma was employed with Neuchatel Chocolates in Oxford
GARRY EUGENE BARNETT, SR. Garry Eugene Barnett, Sr. passed from this life into eternity on May 17. He was born on Aug. 22, 1960 in Elkton, Md. to the late Andrew and Joan Barnett. He is survived by his wife, Uvette Barnett; his mother, Joan Barnett, of Pa.; children, Garry Barnett Jr., Jesikah Cooper, both of Md., Tiffany (Nick) Gibson Mallory, and goddaughter, Amie Kinney, of Chillicothe; his foster children, Joseph and Caden Larue, of Chillicothe; grandchildren, Zayden, Julius, Ryan, Renee, Nicholas, Becca, Hadlee, Craig, Avery, Jayden, and Jason; his siblings, Tim Barnett, Darrell Barnett, Andrew (Glenda) Barnett, Margaret King, and Melva (Irvin) Wainwright; his motherin-law, Doralee Hairston; brothers-in-law, Robert Tyler, of NY, Mike (Gabby) Brown, of Chillicothe, and David Woodfork, of Columbus; a sister-in-law, Jessica (Mel) Brown, of Chillicothe; and two godsons, Elijah and Deondré Wesley . In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Sue Brown, and a brother-in-law, Gary Davis. Garry was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army. He attended the Fayeville Technical Community College in Fayeville, NC. He was a member of the Ionic Lodge #6 of Prince Hall Masons, a member of St. Elizabeth #6 Eastern Stars, and an active member of New Life Christian Church in Chillicothe. He was actively involved in the community with feeding and produce programs. He drove the school bus for Carver Community Center and for Men of Tomorrow. He retired from Chrysler in 2010. Services were held on May 26 at the Greenlawn Cemetery with Pastor Victor Cousins officiating, and military graveside honors that followed.
CHURCH DIRECTORY AVONDALE Avondale Presbyterian Church 420 Pennsylvania Avenue 610.268.2919 www.avondalepc.org St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother 8910 Gap Newport Pike 610.268.0296 www.stgabrielavondalepa.org
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Bethel AME Church 300 E. Linden Street 610.444.2974 www.bethelameckennsq.org Bible Evangelical Church of Kennett Square 500 E. Cypress Street 610.467.1081 www.bibleevangelicalchurch.org Episcopal Church of the Advent 401 N. Union Street 610.444.4624 www.adventks.org First Baptist Church of Kennett Square 415 W. State Street 610.444.5320 www.firstbaptistkennettsquare.com Greater Works Ministries 553 Rosedale Road 610.444.5581 www.gwministries.net Kennett Square Missionary Church 408 Bayard Road 610.444.0867 www.kennettsquarebaptist.com Kennett Square Presbyterian Church 211 S. Broad Street 610.444.5255 www.pcks.org New Garden Memorial U.A.M.E 309 E. Linden Street 610.444.3357 www.uamechurch.org Second Baptist Church of Kennett Square 132 S. Willow Street 610.444.0885 St. Patrick Catholic Church 212 Meredith Street 610.444.4364 www.stpatrickkennettsquare.org
Assumption BVM Church 300 State Road 610.869.2722 www.assumptionbvmwestgrove.org Avon Grove Church of the Nazarene 240 State Road 610.869.9500 www.avongrove.church West Grove Presbyterian Church 139 W. Evergreen Street 610.869.9458 www.westgrovepres.org West Grove United Methodist Church 300 N. Guernsey Road 610.869.9334 www.westgroveumc.org Willowdale Chapel – Jennersville 111 Vineyard Way, Jennrsville 610.444.2670 www.willowdalechapel.org Landenberg United Methodist Church 205 Penn Green Road, Landenberg 610.274.8384 www.landenbergchurch.com Christian Life Center 125 Saginaw Road, New London 610.869.2140 www.CLCFamily.church New London United Methodist Church 1010 State Road, New London 610.869.8129 www.umc.org
DORIS J. HEATH Doris J. Heath, 78, of West Grove, formerly of Cochranville, passed away on May 13 at Twin Pines in West Grove. She was the wife of the late Cecil T. Heath. Born in Coatesville, she was the daughter of the late Harry S. and Sara Bones Chesnet. Doris enjoyed gardening, canning and spending time with her family. She is survived by one daughter, Ruth Ann Miller (and her husband, David, Sr.) of Newark, Del.; six grandchildren, David Miller, Jr., Kevin Thompson, Jonathan Miller, Allan Thompson, Ashley Thompson, and Jeffrey Miller, Sr.; twelve great-grandchildren, Sierra, Cayden, Kaylie, Delana, Jeffrey, Jr., Makayla, Alex, Mackenzie, Zariah, Ashton, Alana and Allisa; six brothers, James “Pork” Chesnet, Richard “Ike” Chesnet, Allen “Pete” Chesnet, Donald “Tub” Chesnet and Edward “Eddie” Chesnet; and one sister, Sally O’Bryan. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Dolores Miller; two sisters, Elizabeth and Dorothy; and two brothers, Raymond and Harry. Service will be private. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
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Barbara Withey McIntyre, 84, passed away on May 11 at her home in Ware Presbyterian Village in Oxford. Barbara is survived by her beloved husband Alan McIntyre, with whom she shared 56 years of marriage, a son David Withey McIntyre and daughterin-law Margaret, a daughter Elizabeth McIntyre Sutherland, and three grandchildren, Douglas, Kathryn and Ian. After teaching fourth grade in Rahway, NJ and at Franklin School in Westfield, NJ, she became a stay-athome mother. During this time, Barbara remained active in the community through a variety of volunteer and leadership positions. She received her masters degree in library science from Rutgers in 1990 and had many fond teaching memories of the students from the library at Westfield High School. She was an active member of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield for decades. She taught Sunday School and even supervised the program for several years. She was the first woman elder in the newly combined Northern and Southern Presbyterian churches. She and Alan were members of the Co-Weds, and cherished the lifetime friendships created through that fellowship group. After living in Westfield for over 40 years, Barbara and Alan retired to their vacation home at Skytop Lodge in the Poconos where they enjoyed golf and lawn bowling, as well as bridge and mahjong with their Skytop and Buck Hill friends. In 2015, they moved to the retirement community at Ware Presbyterian Village, where they continued to enjoy an active life. Barbara was an avid collector throughout her life. At various times, she had extensive collections of piggy banks, inkwells, and Majolica. A lifelong learner and educator, she would dive deeply into the things that caught her interest, and loved sharing her newfound knowledge with others. Her collections were often on display at the Westfield Memorial Library, and she gave presentations at many schools and meetings. She published a series of articles on Majolica in a newsletter dedicated to the subject. She taught a course on research for the Westfield Genealogy Society, for which she also served as president. Just this past year, she discovered an interest in photography and was working to improve her skill behind the lens with the Ware Photo Group. A memorial service will be held at Ware at a later date, followed by burial in Westfield. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
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BETTY JEAN BARLOW
William (Bill) J. Deckman, Sr., a resident of Oxford and formerly of Kennett Square, passed away peacefully on May 14. He was 83. Born in 1936 in Wilmington, Del., he was the son of the late Clarence and Bertha Hamilton Deckman. Bill graduated from Kennett High School in 1954. After high school he enlisted into the United States Army Reserves and was stationed at Fort Chaffee in Fort Smith, AR, where he met and married his wife Fran. After serving seven years, he was honorably discharged from the Army in 1965. Bill was employed with DuPont at the Experimental Station for 15 years as a research photographer, by Hercules Inc. for 20 years as a project manager, and by the Chester County Department of Emergency Services as a technical manager for 12 years until he retired in 2006. Bill was a member of both the Kennett Area Jaycees and Kennett Square Borough Council, the Presbyterian Church of Kennett Square, and he volunteered for many years with the Longwood Fire Company. Bill enjoyed attending classic and antique car shows, discussing politics, listening to oldies music, playing golf, watching baseball and football, and spending time with his friends, family, and grandchildren. He showed his encouragement and support for his granddaughters by attending their events, from choir concerts to Girl Scout ceremonies, and had been looking forward to attending his oldest granddaughter’s high school graduation in June. Bill was loved by all and will be truly missed. He is survived by his sister Lois Egan (and her husband Tom) of West Chester, Pa.; son William Deckman, Jr. (and his wife Cindy) of Wilmington, Del.; son Jeff Deckman (and his wife Kim) of Wilmington, Del.; daughter Suzy Knightly and her husband Jim of Avondale; granddaughters Shelby and Cailey Knightly, grandson Daniel and step-granddaughter Amber. Bill was predeceased by his first wife, Fran Deckman, with whom he shared 44 years of marriage and his second wife, Doris Deckman, with whom he shared 11 years of marriage. The viewing and interment will both be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bill’s memory to Longwood Fire Company, 1001 East Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348 or the American Cancer Society, 1818 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19103. Arrangements are being handled by the Kuzo Funeral Home in Kennett Square. Please view the online memorial by going to www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com.
Betty Jean Barlow passed away at her daughter’s home in West Grove on May 18 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 72. Betty was born in West Chester, Pa. on Feb. 23, 1948 to the late Ray Lewis and Cora Canter Lewis. She later made Creston, NC her home. She was the wife of the late John T. Barlow, with whom she shared 30 years of marriage. Betty will be most remembered as a tiny little woman with a grand heart. Those left to cherish her memories include her son, Paul Barlow (Joy) of Zionville, NC; daughters Cathy Hallman (Glenn) of West Grove and Patricia Stephens (Eddie) of Zionville, NC; sister, Geraldine Graef and husband George of Newark, Del., and with whom she resided for the past year and a half; grandchildren, Johnathan (Tiffany), Allyson, Kimberly, Shelby, Jillian; great-grandchildren, Colby, Lilly, Addison; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her infant son, John S. Barlow and brothers, Bill, Bob, and Mike Lewis. There will be a private family service held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
ROSIE L. “PEGGY” MABE Rosie L. “Peggy” Mabe, 85, of Nottingham, passed away on May 15 at her home. She was the wife of Charles M. Mabe, Sr., with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Born in Boone, NC, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Lilly Eldreth Phillips. Peggy loved her family and friends. She is survived by her husband; five children, Charles
EDNA FRANCES SHERRILL FARMER Edna Frances Sherrill Farmer died at the Christiana Medical Center on May 15 after a stroke earlier in the week. She was 96. Edna was born in Leaksville, NC to George Sherrill and Nora Sherrill. She lived in Virginia until 1955 before moving to Pennsylvania. Since April 2005, she made the Luther House in West Grove her home. Edna was active in the New London United Methodist Church as the Sunshine Class teacher for twenty years and sang in the church choir. Also, she was a member of the New London Community Choir. She especially enjoyed friends and neighbors dropping by to see her. Edna was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Bernard, with whom she shared 54 years of marriage; and her son, Jack. She is survived by three children, Betty (and her husband Judson) Gears, of Penn Valley, CA; James (and his wife Sandy) Farmer, of West Grove, and Judy (and her husband Dennis) Blankenbeckler, of Philadelphia; one sister, Faye Campbell, Wytheville, VA; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her ZOOM memorial service is being planned. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts in her memory to The New London United Methodist Church, 1010 State Rd., New London, PA 19360. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com. “Chuck” Mabe, Jr. (and his wife, Mary) of Rising Sun, Md., Albert Mabe (and his wife, Donna) of Oxford; Shirley Kilby (and her husband, Keith) of Nottingham, Daniel Mabe (and his wife, Jody) of Nottingham and Larry Mabe (and his wife, Lisa) of Bangor; eleven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and one sister, Velma Phillips of Lenoir, NC; as well as Regina Hatcher (and her husband Roy) of Middletown, Del. Services and interment are private. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.
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Notice is given that the Board of Supervisors of New Garden Township will hold a public hearing to consider passage of the following ordinance at 7:30 PM on June 15, 2020, at the Township Municipal Building located at 299 Starr Road, Landenberg PA, 19350. Following the public hearing, the Board will consider the enactment of the proposed ordinance during its regular meeting of June 15, 2020. The preamble and summary follow: AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NEW GARDEN, CHESTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE NEW GARDEN TOWNSHIP HISTORIC RESOURCES MAP AND OFFICIAL LIST, AS AUTHORIZED IN CHAPTER 200 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE, BEING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY ADDING CERTAIN PROPERTIES AS HISTORIC RESOURCES. EFFECTIVE FIVE (5) DAYS FROM ENACTMENT. A summary of the proposed ordinance follows: Section 1. Amends the Historic Resources Map and Official List, as authorized by § 200-168, Map Created; Classification of Historic Resources; Revisions, to add the following properties as historic resources: -6750 Limestone Road, New Garden Township, UPI: 60-6-44.1, Description: House -1 Altemus Drive, New Garden Township, UPI: 60-7-4, Description: House,-1610 Yeatmans Station Road, New Garden Township, UPI: none, Description: House, -1511 Yeatmans Station Road, New Garden Township, UPI: 60-7-15.1, Description: House -8936 Gap Newport Pike, New Garden Township, UPI: 60-3-243., Description: Lyceum House Section 2. Effective five (5) days from the date of enactment.
A full text copy of the ordinance is available for public examination without charge or may be obtained for a charge not greater than the cost thereof at the Municipal Building. For further information, please contact Ramsey Reiner, Township Manager. Vincent M. Pompo, Township Solicitor 5p-27-2t
PUBLIC NOTICE
T-Mobile proposes to modify an existing facility (new tip heights 120.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) on the 119â&#x20AC;&#x2122; building at 419 Avenue of the States, Chester, PA (20191356). Interested parties may contact Scott Horn (856-809-1202) (1012 Industrial Dr., West Berlin, NJ 08091) with comments regarding potential effects on historic properties. 5p-27-1t
FICTITIOUS NAME REGISTRATION
An application for registration of the fictitious name Balasarojini Transport, 286 Flagstone Rd., Chester Springs, PA 19425 has been filed in the Department of State at Harrisburg, PA, File Date 03/06/2020 pursuant to the Fictitious Names Act, Act 1982-295. The name and address of the person who is a party to the registration is Jivithasan Xavier, 286 Flagstone Rd., Chester Springs, PA 19425. 5p-27-1t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF Richard D. Prewitt, Sr., aka Richard D. Prewitt, late of Lower Oxford Township, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above named Richard D. Prewitt, Sr. having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make payment without delay to: Richard D. Prewitt, Jr., Executor, c/o Attorney: Winifred Moran Sebastian, Esquire, Address: 208 E. Locust St., P.O. Box 381, Oxford, PA 19363 Phone:610-932-3838 5p-27-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF Mary Jeanetta Crews late of Elk Township, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above named Mary Jeanetta Crews having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make payment without delay to: Karen E. Brenneman, Executrix, c/o Attorney: Winifred Moran Sebastian, Esquire, 208 E. Locust Street, P.O. Box 381, Oxford, PA 19363 Phone: 610-932-3838 5p-27-3t
PUBLIC NOTICE
To comply with the Stay-at-Home Order
issued by Governor Wolf, minimize public exposure to COVID-19, and maintain social distancing, the following meetings will be conducted via Zoom, an online video conferencing service. The Zoom platform allows participation both by video and telephone. The Zoom information for each meeting is listed below. No in-person attendance at the Borough Building will be permitted. Public comment should be short and concise. To submit comments or questions prior to the meeting, email virtual@oxfordboro.org, deliver written comments to the drop box in front of Borough Hall, 1 Octoraro Alley, Oxford, or call (610) 932-2500 by 12:00 pm. on the date of the meeting. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Oxford Borough Sidewalk Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2020, commencing at 7:00 p.m., prevailing time. Members of the public may register in advance using the following link: https://zoom.us/j/98842991664?pwd=R U1hZzRTdlhoYzkrM24rTkd1VXErQT09 or by utilizing Webinar ID#988-42991664 and Webinar Password #366846 on https://zoom.us/. Members of the public participating by phone may call in at (312) 626-6799 and enter meeting code #988-4299-1664. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Oxford Police and Public Safety Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, June 1, 2020, commencing at 6:30 p.m., prevailing time. Thereafter, the Oxford Borough Council will hold a public meeting, commencing at 7:00 p.m., prevailing time. Members of the public may register in advance using the following link: https:// zoom.us/j/98259166379?pwd=dERqN U55bGlnY20zU1hURU5UU2JXQT09 or by utilizing Webinar ID#982-59166379 and Webinar Password #850271 on https://zoom.us/. Members of the public participating by phone may call in at (312) 626-6799 and enter meeting code #982-5916-6379. If you wish to participate in any of these meetings and are a person with a disability requiring an auxiliary aide, service or other accommodation to participate, please contact the Borough secretary at (610) 932-2500 to discuss how your needs may best be accommodated. OXFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL, GAWTHROP GREENWOOD, P.C., Stacey L. Fuller, Solicitor 5P-27-1t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, both located in the Chester
County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, July 20th, 2020. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office within ten (10) days thereafter SALE NO. 20-6-285 Writ of Execution No. 2019-07887 DEBT $94,901.49 Property situate in the NEW LONDON TOWNSHIP, CHESTER County, Pennsylvania BLR # 71-2-68.6S IMPROVEMENTS thereon: Residential Dwelling PLAINTIFF: Ditech Financial LLC VS DEFENDANT: Glenn R. Koch SALE ADDRESS: 118 Thames Drive, Lincoln University, PA 19352-1315 PLANTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP 215-563-7000
County, Pennsylvania, bounded and described more particularly according to a survey made by George E. Regester, Jr, & Sons, Inc., Registered Surveyors, dated 1 l /13/84, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point on the title line in the bed of Public Road L.R. 13I, known as Baltimore Pike, said point being the Northwesterly comer of other land now or late of Achille Ciarrocchi and the Northeasterly comer of the about to be described lot; thence from said point of beginning and extending along said other lands the two following courses and distances: (I) South 14° 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 30â&#x20AC;? East, 16.50 feet to a point; (2) South 21° 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 46â&#x20AC;? East, 155.79 feet to a point in line of lands now or late of James D. Bertrando; thence extending along said land of Bertrando, South 64° 49â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 38â&#x20AC;? West, 95.80 feet to a point, a comer of lands now or late of Donald C. Sassaman; thence extending along said lands, North 14° 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 38â&#x20AC;? West, 175 feet to a point in the aforementioned bed of L.R. 131; thence extending through the bed of said road, North 64° 49â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 30â&#x20AC;? East, 70 feet to the first mentioned point and place of BEGINNING. BE the contents what they may.
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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheriff of Chester Countyâ&#x20AC;?. The balance must be made payable to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheriff of Chester Countyâ&#x20AC;? within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. FREDDA L. MADDOX, SHERIFF 5p-27-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, July 20th, 2020. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office within ten (10) days thereafter. SALE NO. 20-6-293 Writ of Execution No. 2020-00415 DEBT $161,453.28 ALL THAT CERTAIN land situate in New Garden Township, Chester
BEING known as 1534 Baltimore Pike, Toughkenamon, PA 19374 BEING THE SAME PREMISES which Achille Ciarrocchi, by Deed dated 11/19/1984 and recorded 11/21/1984 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County in Deed Book 64, Page 444, granted and conveyed unto Richard A. Sydenstricker. PARCEL NO.: 60-1Q-3 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: Residential Dwelling PLAINTIFF: Citizens Bank, N.A. S/B/M to Citizens of Bank of Pennsylvania VS DEFENDANT: Richard A. Sydenstricker SALE ADDRESS: 1534 Baltimore Pike, Toughkenamon, PA 19374 PLANTIFF ATTORNEY: LAW OFFICE OF GREGORY JAVARDIAN, LLC 215942-9690 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheriff of Chester Countyâ&#x20AC;?. The balance must be made payable to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheriff of Chester Countyâ&#x20AC;? within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. FREDDA L. MADDOX, SHERIFF 5p-27-3t
Sheriff Sale
of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, July 20th, 2020. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office within ten (10) days thereafter. SALE NO. 20-6-300 Writ of Execution No. 2019-10091 DEBT $201,116.12 Property situate in the PARKESBURG BOROUGH, CHESTER County, Pennsylvania BLR # 8-7-13 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: Residential Dwelling PLAINTIFF: CitiMortgage, Inc. VS DEFENDANT: Kelly D. Taylor & Brian K. Taylor SALE ADDRESS: 707 8th Avenue, a/k/a 707 Eighth Avenue, Parkesburg, PA 19365-1326 PLANTIFF 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheriff of Chester Countyâ&#x20AC;?. The balance must be made payable to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheriff of Chester Countyâ&#x20AC;? within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 4PM. FREDDA L. MADDOX, SHERIFF 5p-27-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201
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Chester County Press
Local News State releases data on COVID-19 cases and deaths in long-term care facilities They account for more than 68 percent of all coronavirus-related deaths in commonwealth and 80 percent in Chester County By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
has contributed to making Pennsylvania among the nation’s leaders when it comes to coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, a fact that is backed up by a state-issued report that said since April 16, coronavirus cases have skyrocketed by 238 percent, more than tripling the rate of increase for cases outside of long-term-care facilities. In attempting to connect the dots of this pandemic wave happening at these facilities, critics of the Wolf administration point to what they believe is a contributing factor in the ballooning case and death toll. In March, Pa. Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine ordered long-term care facilities in the state to continue to accept coronavirus patients who had been discharged from hospitals but were not able to return to their homes. While older populations in Pennsylvania have been determined to be more susceptible to COVID19, several health experts and medical trade associations believed that Levine’s order was a surefire recipe for disaster, and levied criticism at the state for not committing to wider testing at these facilities – a directive that they said would cost more lives. In an attempt to support their claim that they are taking the necessary steps to slow down those numbers, the Wolf Administration released a statement on May 19, stating that it has taken a three-step approach to protecting vulnerable residents living in nursing homes and other long-term living settings:
In response to pressure from key stakeholders, elected officials and the public to address the issue, the Wolf administration released data last week that detailed the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths at long-term care facilities in Pennsylvania, and the numbers tell a shocking story. In total, there have been 3,086 deaths in 560 longterm care facilities across the state, accounting for more than 68 percent of the total number of COVID-19 related fatalities throughout Pennsylvania, which as of May 20 stood at a total of 63,666 cases and 4,624 deaths. The list included 38 long-term care facilities in Chester County. Of those, the Southeastern Veterans Center in Spring City has been the hardest hit, with a recorded 106 resident cases, 13 employee cases, and 35 deaths. Green Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Malvern has recorded 62 positive cases of COVID-19 among its residents, 5 cases among its employees and 30 fatalities, followed by Brandywine Hall in West Chester, which has recorded 116 resident cases, 5 employee cases and a total of 28 deaths. In statistics provided by the Chester County Health Department on May 20, a total of 686 positive COVID-19 cases have been reported at 37 of the county’s 75 long-term care facilities and personal care homes, while the number of residents who have died from the virus stands at 179, which accounts for 80 percent of the total number of COVID-19 related deaths 1. Ensuring resident reported in the county. safety through testing, eduThe results of this data cation and resources;
COVID-19 cases and deaths at long-term care facilities/personal care homes in Chester County Number of licensed long-term facilities in Chester County:
75
Number of facilities that have experienced COVID-10 outbreak:
37
Long-term care outbreaks as a % of total facilities:
49%
Number of cases among residents:
686
Long-term cases as a % of total county cases:
31%
Number of deaths among residents:
179
Long-term care facility deaths as a % of total deaths in Chester County due to COVID-19:
80%
Source: Chester County Health Department as of May 19, 2020
2. Preventing and mitigating outbreaks; and 3. Working in partnership with state agencies, local health departments and long-term care facility operators. “Testing is an essential component to making sure vulnerable residents in these long-term care facilities are safe,” the statement read. “Through the state’s testing strategy, we are working to ensure that testing is accessible for all Pennsylvanians with COVID-19 symptoms, available through increased efforts to build supply and capacity and adaptable based on the ever changing landscape of the virus and data available.” The statement said that the Health Department issued guidelines last week to hospitals and nursing homes that require a resident who is being discharged from a hospital to a nursing home, personal care home, or assisted living facility to be tested for COVID-19, if they were not hospitalized due to the virus. It will provide valuable information to the longterm care facility on any needs to cohort the patient, monitor their condition and
take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus, if applicable. A pilot study of two facilities is currently underway to test all residents and staff at the facility. In addition, a health alert was previously issued to provide direction to all skilled nursing facilities on a universal testing strategy, outlining when testing should be used, and what steps to take after a positive test result. Test results can be used to cohort those exposed, determine the burden of COVID-19 across units or facilities to allocate resources, identify health care workers who are infected, and address those who are no longer ill. Education to facilities has been provided through bulletin boards, nursing home associations, and the normal channels of communication such as health alert network messages. “The information from these tests will be used for cohorting,” the statement read. “The department, working with commercial laboratories, has been coordinating with facilities that are implementing universal testing. We are receiving
test swabs from the federal government to ensure our facilities have an adequate supply. “In addition, the Pennsylvania National Guard is mobilizing to provide a mobile testing option for facilities that may not be able to test on their own.” The statement also included other initiatives the state has done:
ities are an integral part of Pennsylvania’s health care system,” said Department of Human Services Secretary Teresa Miller. “People providing care in long-term care facilities must endure these challenges of this difficult time while maintaining continuity and services for people under their care. “We are committed to continuing networks of support for these facilities so we can navigate and overcome this challenge together.” “Long-term care facility residents are among the most vulnerable Pennsylvanians, and we want their families to have the latest information on what is going on in the facilities in which their loved ones reside,” Levine said. “COVID-19 is a particularly challenging situation for these settings as they care for residents with serious medical conditions. We will continue to work to ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents through education, resources and testing.”
• Delivered more than 1,700 shipments of personal protective equipment (PPE) to nursing homes, personal care homes and other longterm care facilities, both as routine deliveries and also to meet critical needs; • Held webinars and classes on PPE for longterm care employees and leadership on how to use it effectively and has trained and fit-tested more than 150 individuals; • Provided facilities with the resources and expertise to provide consultation in order to prevent or control existing outbreaks; and • Provided direct consultation with more than 250 facilities who have been experiencing outbreaks through its Healthcare To contact Staff Writer Acquired Infection team. Richard L. Gaw, email “Our long-term care facil- rgaw@chestercounty.com.
Legals W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, July 20th, 2020. 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. 20-6-302 Writ of Execution No. 2017-07530 DEBT $563,377.06 Property situate in the ELK TOWNSHIP, CHESTER County, Pennsylvania BLR # 70-2-21.4 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: Residential Dwelling PLAINTIFF: Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC VS DEFENDANT: Brian J. Schafer & Randi J. Schafer SALE ADDRESS: 104 Elizabeth Way, Oxford, PA 19363-2632 PLANTIFF 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. FREDDA L. MADDOX, SHERIFF 5p-27-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 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, July 20th, 2020. 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. 20-6-303 Writ of Execution No. 2019-11591 DEBT $161,689.99 ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PIECE OF GROUND SITUATE IN SADSBURY TOWNSHIP, COUNTY OF CHESTER, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED ACCORDING TO A PLAN OF THE MEADOWLANDS, MADE BY JOHN D. STAPLETON, 111, REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR, COATESVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA, DATED 1/17/1989 AND LAST REVISED 4/17/1989 AND RECORDED IN CHESTER COUNTY AS PLAN NO. 9396, AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF THE ULTIMATE RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF COMPASS ROAD (T-348), SAID POINT ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NO. I AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN; THENCE EXTENDING ALONG THE ULTIMATE RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF COMPASS ROAD (T-348), THE TWO FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES,(1) SOUTH 44 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST, 174.25 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVE; AND (2) ON THE ARC OF A CIRCLE CURVING TO THE RIGHT, HAYING A RADIUS OF 250 FEET, THE ARC DISTANCE OF 36.77 FEET TO A CORNER OF LOT NO. 3; THENCE EXTENDING ALONG SAME, SOUTH 64 DEGREES 18 MINUTES IO SECONDS WEST, 368.75 FEET TO A POINT ALONG LOT NO. 5; THENCE EXTENDING ALONG SAME AND ALONG LOT NO. 6, NORTH 30 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST, 200.67 FEET TO CORNER OF LOT NO. 1;
THENCE EXTENDING ALONG SAME, NORTH 64 DEGREES 18 MINUTES 10 SECONDS EAST, 318.22 FEET TO THE FIRST MENTIONED POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING. BEING LOT NO. 2 AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN. CONTAINING 1.583 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. TAX MAP AND
days thereafter. SALE NO. 20-6-304 Writ of Execution No. 2016-11103 DEBT $321,620.11 Proper t y situa te in the EAST WHITELAND TOWNSHIP, CHESTER County, Pennsylvania 19355 BLR # 42-4K-52
PARCEL NUMBER: 37-1-17.2 PLAINTIFF: TIAA, FSB VS DEFENDANT: Brian J. Madonna and Deanne M. Madonna SALE ADDRESS: 421 Compass Road, Parkesburg, PA 19365 PLANTIFF ATTORNEY: McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 215790-1010 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. FREDDA L. MADDOX, SHERIFF 5p-27-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 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, July 20th, 2020. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10)
IMPROVEMENTS thereon: Residential Dwelling PLAINTIFF: Wells Fargo Bank, NA VS DEFENDANT: Rodney V. Nutt SALE ADDRESS: 37 Deer Run Lane, Malvern, PA PLANTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP 215-563-7000
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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. FREDDA L. MADDOX, SHERIFF 5p-27-3t
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CHESTER COUNTY PRESS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2020
Chester County Press
Local News Primary election set for June 2 By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer Pennsylvania residents will be casting their ballots to determine who earns the Republican and Democratic nominations in a variety of state and federal races on Tuesday, June 2. This is the new date for the Pennsylvania Primary which was originally scheduled for April 28, but was pushed back as the state grappled with the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. While the health crisis certainly hampered the campaigning efforts of incumbents and new candidates alike, some important decisions will be made by voters on June 2 as they
determine who will advance to the general election in November. Five-term State Rep. John Lawrence, who represents the 13th District in Harrisburg, is seeking the Republican nomination in the Primary. Richard Ruggieri is on the ballot on the Democratic side. In the 158th District race, incumbent Christina Sappey is seeking a second term. She is on the Democratic ballot. On the Republican side, Eric Roe, a former state representative, is seeking the nomination of his party. This is a rematch of the 2018 election. Craig Williams is seeking the Republican nomination
for the open seat in the 160th District. On the Democratic side, voters will decide between Anton Andrew and Cathy Spahr. This is the State House seat currently held by Steve Barrar. Carolyn Comitta, the Democratic incumbent, is seeking a second term as the state representative in the 156th District. Len Iacono is seeking the Republican nomination to face Comitta in November. Comitta is simultaneously seeking to win the Democratic nomination for the open State Senate seat in the 19th District, vying with Kyle Boyer and Don Vymazal. Kevin Runey, a Republican, is seeking that
party’s nomination in the 19th Senate District. This is the State Senate seat currently held by Andy Dinniman. In the State Senate 9th District race, Tom Killion, the incumbent Republican, is seeking another term, while on the Democratic side, Brett Burman and John Kane are vying for the Democratic nomination. Incumbent Democrat Joe Torsella is seeking another term as state treasurer. Stacy Garrity is seeking the Republican nomination for the chance to run against Torsella in November. Josh Shapiro is running for another term as state attorney general. He is running unopposed on the Democratic
side. Heather Heidelbaugh is seeking the Republican nomination for state attorney general. Voters will choose from among Democratic auditor general candidates—Scott Conklin, Michael Lash, Tracie Fountain, Rose Marie Davis, Nina Ahmad, and Christina Hartman, as they seek to fill a position that will be open. On the Republican side, Timothy DeFoor is seeking the nomination for auditor general. Chrissy Houlahan, who represents the 6th District in the U.S. Congress, is seeking a second term after winning the open seat in 2018. She is unopposed on the Democratic side, while John Emmons is
unopposed in his bid for the Republican nomination. There will be a number of names still on the ballot for the U.S. Presidential election, but the only names that matter at this point are incumbent Donald Trump, who will be the Republican nominee, and former vice president and senator Joe Biden, who will be the Democratic nominee. Democrats and Republicans will also be selecting the delegates to the Democratic National Convention and Republican National Convention during the Primary election. To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor @chestercounty.com.
Brielle Guidone named the CCIU’s Citadel Heart of Learning finalist Traditionally, when we think of heroes, those that come to mind fly around in capes, defeat supervillains and save entire cities from destruction. These comic book heroes are fun and inspiring, but as our current situation has undoubtedly shown, the real-life heroes of today are the ones putting on medical scrubs, working at the grocery store and teaching our children day after day regardless of any personal and professional challenges. This year, more than ever, Citadel, in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), celebrate all of our hard-working heroes for not only making futures brighter for their students but for
being flexible and dedicated as we transitioned to virtual learning platforms with little warning. The CCIU announced that Brielle Guidone, a speech/ language therapist for the CCIU’s preschool special education program, was one of 15 outstanding educators selected as a finalist in the 2020 Citadel Heart of Learning Awards. Over 2,700 nominations were received this year in what is the equivalent of the Oscars for Chester County’s best and brightest teachers. “I work with so many incredible people who inspire me every single day, which makes this award so special,” said Guidone, who says she practically grew up
in her mother’s first grade classroom. “I’m humbled by the recognition and share the award with my supervisor, Cathy Doran, and all of my colleagues at the CCIU who make a difference every day.” Guidone started at the CCIU in 2014 as a speech instructional assistant at the Child and Career Development Center in Coatesville. She worked as a speech instructional assistant while attending graduate school. Upon earning her master’s degree in 2016, Guidone was offered a full-time speech/language therapist position at the CCIU. “Brielle is an excellent therapist and continues to
grow as a professional,” said Cathy Doran, supervisor of speech and language services. “Preschoolers love Brielle’s enthusiasm, as do her colleagues. She is a lifelong learner who positively impacts students and staff on a daily basis.” “Brielle’s focus on collaboration and student engagement inspires the entire preschool special education team and motivates her students to push harder and reach beyond their limits,” said Dr. Jacalyn Auris, CCIU director of student services. “Her teaching expands beyond the boundaries of the classroom.” The Citadel Heart of Learning Award is a collaboration between Citadel
and the Chester County Intermediate Unit, designed to recognize and thank teachers in Chester County. It raises awareness of the impact that their hard work and dedication have on their students, the student’s families and on the entire community. Since its inception, thousands of teachers have been nominated and hundreds have been named finalists. According to Guidone, winning the award validates working together with a stellar team of people. “I feel so fortunate to work with so many different students and their families. I love my students and share in their success. It’s what makes this career more than a job... it’s
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Brielle Guidone was selected as a Citadel Heart of Learning finalist.
my passion,” she explained. Each finalist receives $500 to use in his or her classroom. From these 15 finalists, three winners (one high school, one middle school and one elementary school teacher) will be awarded with the Citadel Heart of Learning Award and an additional $1,500.
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