Chester County Press 07-04-2018 Edition

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Landenberg man taken into custody by State Police after standoff

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

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After a standoff that lasted for several hours on July 1, the Pennsylvania State Police in Avondale took 33-year-old Landenberg resident David McGonigle into custody after he was arrested for aggravated assault, terroristic threats and recklessly endangering another person at his home at 12 Crestview Road.

State Police reported that McGonigle was involved in a physical altercation with the victim – who was not named in the report – prior to police arrival, and during

the altercation, McGonigle threatened to shoot the victim after the victim woke him up. The report stated that the victim and other family members were able to flee the residence safely.

A neighbor of McGonigle who observed the incident told the Chester County Press that between 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., he saw two or three people arguing behind the McGonigle house.

Responding to an emergency call about a domestic situation, State Police Avondale Photo by Richard L. Gaw arrived at the scene.

A 33-year-old resident of 12 Crestview Road in Landenberg was taken into custody For the next five to six by Pennsylvania State Police on July 1 after barricading himself in his home for Continued on Page 6A

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New proprietor and chef Mark Spena is about to reopen the Landenberg Store

Bringing Landenberg back to the dinner table

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

Mark Spena has not slept well lately.

For the past several weeks, with the enthusiasm and anticipation of a child the night before Christmas, Spena has awoken at his Finding a bargain helps Cool Springs home in the community...4A Wilmington and driven 22 minutes to Landenberg, while recipes and dreams and aspirations flip like pages in his mind.

To that degree, Spena is much like every new busi-

ness owner, but there is an added caveat to all of this, which has to do with his inheriting the reigns of a 146-year-old landmark -- a valued heirloom that has served as the social centerpiece of this rural enclave for several generations.

If that sounds like a large responsibility, it is one, because sometime this month, Mark Spena will become the new proprietor of the Landenberg Store.

“I have so many ideas for this store, and I think it may take me three months

of being here before I anticipate calming down and getting over the high of starting this business,” Spena said. “I’m just so pumped, and I want to do everything right.”

Since it was first opened in 1872, the Landenberg Store has been defined by locals as the unofficial – or official, depending on varying opinions – epicenter of Landenberg, and its personality has been shaped by the proprietors who have carved their niche into its walls.

Township’s sewer sale date extended to 760 days

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

On Aug. 16, 2016, the New Garden Township Board of Supervisors gave final and unanimous approval to the sale of the township’s sewer system to Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. for the price of $29.5 million. At its June meeting however, the board delivered the news that the sale date for the transaction, originally scheduled to be finalized in one year, has Continued on Page 2A been delayed.

In a letter sent on June 5 by Aqua president Marc Lucca to township solicitor Vince Pompo, the township, its sewer authority and Aqua mutually agreed

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to extend the date of the sale of the township’s sewer system from 365 days to 760 days.

The reasons for the continued delay in the sale are found in the need to interpret the provisions included in Pa. Act 12, signed into law on April 14, 2016, which establishes guidelines in the evaluation of acquired water and wastewater systems in the state, and establishes fair market values for the sale of these utilities.

Following the original agreement of sale with the township nearly two years ago, Aqua filed an application for the sale with the Public Utility

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The small bridge carrying Route 82 over a creek will be closed indefinitely due to deterioration of its major beams.

By John Chambless Staff Writer Motorists traveling south on Route 82 from Kennett Square have already seen the problem, but anyone planning to drive over the

East Branch of the Red Clay Creek in Kennett Township needs to find an alternate route.

Last week, PennDOT announced that the bridge carrying Route 82 over the creek will be closed indefi-

nitely due to deterioration of its major beams.

Route 82 (Creek Road) will be closed near the intersection of Old Kennett Road until PennDOT bridge engineers can examine the Continued on Page 3A

The Chester County Coroner’s Office and the Pennsylvania State Police Avondale Barracks requested an investigation last week of the death of an unidentified individual whose skeletal remains were found inside a tent in a wooded area. The tent was noticed by an employee of the Oxford Water Treatment Plant.

No identification was found on the individual at the scene. The Chester County Coroner’s Office has made a tentative identification. However, a definitive confirmation of the individual’s identity is pending further testing.

One method of definitive identification is through dental confirmation, also known as forensic odontology. This confirmation is performed by a forensic odontologist who compares pre-mortem dental x-rays of the presumed individual with teeth found in the skeletal remains.

Additional methods of definitive identification which may be used in some circumstances include visual confirmation, fingerprinting, or DNA. The cause of death is pending further investigation by the Chester County Coroner’s Office.

A message of inclusion Booking Alejandro Escovedo for the Mushroom Festival is a coup for local promoter

By John Chambless Staff Writer When Alejandro Escovedo steps onstage with his band at the Mushroom Festival on Sept. 8, it will be much more than a concert to Andrew Miller, who runs the Kennett Flash. It will be a statement of support and unity for a community that’s been a target for division and anger.

“I’m very excited about this show, because I believe this concert helps us meet

our mission,” Miller said during an interview last week, before tickets went on sale. The show, he said, “is about bringing Alejandro, a renowned performer and songwriter who is also a first-generation Mexican American, to Kennett Square to play a massive agricultural festival, in a town that is 50 percent Latino.”

Escovedo’s heartfelt, sometimes autobiographical songs have attracted high-profile admirers and

collaborators, including John Cale of the Velvet Underground, Peter Buck and Scott McCaughey of R.E.M., Tony Visconti, Chuck Prophet and Ryan Adams. When Escovedo was critically ill with hepatitis-C, a who’s-who of musicians – from the Jayhawks to Son Volt to Steve Earle to Lucinda Williams – were part of a tribute album to raise money for his medical Alejandro Escovedo has a long history of albums bills. that reveal his own story, as well as that of Mexican Continued on Page 6A

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Local News Landenberg Store...

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For several generations, it’s been a coffee klatch meeting place; a stopover for bicyclists and motorcyclists traversing through southern Chester County; a convenience store for musthave provisions; and a daily stage for decades of town criers who came to share the news or hear about it.

Several years ago, the Landenberg Store figured prominently in the dinner plans of several locals, who would flock to the store on their way home from work with a kit bag of Caesar salad and a few Delmonico steaks, or perhaps a few servings of maple-glazed salmon.

Spena’s menu promises to be a kicked-up version of that introduction. His menu will feature prepared dinner entrees, an ever-changing menu of pre-made pasta dishes and sauces, daily soups, made-to-order salads and sandwiches, and an assortment of coffees, cappuccino and espresso.

The Landenberg Store will still carry basic staples like milk, bread, and household products, and will continue to offer a lending library and penny candy. “If a couple comes in here on a given night, the husband can get the chicken frittata and the wife gets the filet, and you leave here for $30,� he said. “What would these two meals have cost you at a restaurant, with a tip and a bottle of wine? This way, you can eat like kings and queens, save some money, add

some convenience, and you won’t even have to leave Landenberg.�

For those customers who still want a simple sandwich at lunch time, they will have a place at Spena’s table, too. “I’ve heard from so many tradesmen and construction guys who have come by here during the transition, and some have said to me, ‘You mean this isn’t gonna be a hoagie joint anymore?’� he said. “I told them, ‘Trust me when I tell you that when you come in here, I’m going to wow you.’ I tell them they will have my meatballs and my Godfather Panini, and they’re going to bite into it, and their eyes are going to roll back in their heads so much that I am going to have to resuscitate them. “Even if they order a grilled cheese sandwich, that sandwich will have lump crab in it.�

Spena will not be the only new addition at the Landenberg Store. Bill Skalish of Landenberg Village, LLC and the owner of the store along with his wife, Beth, said that the closing of the store in 2015 led to a nearly three-year, top-to-bottom renovation, based on recommendations from the Chester County Department of Health, the Department of Environmental Protection and New Garden Township. The store’s interior now includes new insulated flooring metallic shelving that’s replacing the former wooden shelves, improved lighting, a new fan, a compressor, a gas stove, a double-door sub-

zero freezer, a confection oven, two new soup wells and microwave ovens, as well as a new office for Spena.

Skalish said that the DEP recently conducted a water testing of the store that meets all code standards; and that the township conducted a recent inspection that led to the conversion of an outdoor storage area to an indoor storage area.

A former resident of Chester County, Spena has spent the last 13 years as the executive chef and director of host ministries at the Traber Center at Camp Sankanac in Spring City, Pa. Previously, he was a corporate dining chef at the Compass Group and began his culinary career at four-star restaurants in Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware.

Spena was introduced to Bill and Beth Skalish by his wife, Lesley, a few years ago. “Bill had heard of my work through some other people, and so he told me, ‘You ought to open the Landenberg Store,’� Spena said. “I was hesitant at first, but then we talked again a year later, and here I am. I feel in so many ways that I have led a blessed life, and opportunities such as this have fallen into my lap.� “From the time I met him, I knew that Mark brought with him a lot of energy and drive, and not only that, he’s passionate about food,� said Bill Skalish. “I knew from the start that he’d do a fabulous job to prepare quality food for the community.� “We want to bring the Landenberg Store back to

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Chef Mark Spena will be the new proprietor of the historic Landenberg Store, which is scheduled to open later in July.

the center of our community,� Beth Skalish said. “That’s been lost for a few years now, and we’d like it to come back, so that bikers and kids and parents and families can create a new chapter for the store.

Being a good neighbor is very important to us.�

For Spena, who will be joined by a six-person staff that will include sous chef Greg Powell, becoming the new proprietor of the Landenberg Store is like being given the keys to a culinary blank canvas that will take shape in ways far

beyond an ever-changing variety. It’s the chance, he said, to convert the historic landmark into his private kitchen and invite people in for conversation, camaraderie, and an invitation for the residents of Landenberg to get back to the dinner table. “This will be a tasting store,� Spena said. “I plan to go through 300 spoons a day. I will tell my customers, ‘Taste this.’ This is what I do when I’m at home.

When I make my gravy, I always ask people to taste it. I’m not doing it to make a sale. It’s just what I do.

Comedians like to make people laugh. I like to make people happy. “I want the people of Landenberg to feel like they can come here and feel comfortable, but I also want them to know that I want to grow them. Many have never had raw tuna or Cajun shrimp, and many have never enjoyed quinoa, or olive bread with goat butter. I’m here to tell them, ‘Taste it.’�

Sewer sale extension...

by the Office of Consumer Advocate, where Aqua and the PUC have been working to ensure affirmation of the PUC’s original approval. Aqua and New Garden have extended the agreement of sale as the appeals process continues.� “We made an agreement and we’re moving forward,� said board chairman Randy Geouque. “I think that Aqua wants to move this forth as quickly as possible. We’re the first municipality [in Pennsylvania] to sell its water system, and so they are testing the bells and whistles of the act to make sure that it’s going through the proper procedures. Five years from now, transactions of this kind will be able to be expedited more quickly because we have gone through that process.�

Once the sale eventually goes through, the township will reap the financial benefits of the transaction.

Aqua will contribute $20,000 toward the township’s closing costs, assume responsibility for the system’s permits and assets, and be responsible for the provision of wastewater service to customers.

Aqua will also complete all modifications, improve-

ments and requirements, in order to meet all regulatory agency requirements, and make all repairs to the sewer system’s infrastructure, which would save the township from having to shell out an estimated $12 million over the next four years, as specified in the New Garden Sewer Authority’s five-year plan.

Proceeds of the sale will be targeted toward paying off the debt on the sewer system, reserving funds to satisfy pre-existing obligations of the system; establishing capital funds for vehicle and equipment purchases; funding several capital improvement and maintenance needs, such as repairing roads and bridges; establishing a tax stabilization fund to offset future real estate tax increases; and providing funding for the township’s park.

Proceeds from the sale are also expected to go into the construction of a new home for the newlyformed Southern Chester County Regional Police Department, a merged cooperative between the New Garden Township Police Department and the West Grove Borough Police Department.

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Commission (PUC), in order to gain PUC approval for the amount of the sale.

Subsequently, the Office of the Consumer Advocate – an independent agency that reviews applications of this kind – filed protests against the application and, as a result of the protests, the application was forwarded to an administrative judge, which then led to hearings on the application for sale.

The administrative law judge then rendered a recommended decision and, subsequently, the PUC approved Aqua’s application and the final cost of the sewer sale. Soon after, the Office of the Consumer Advocate appealed the PUC’s approval in Commonwealth Court, where an oral argument date to hear the appeal is scheduled for Sept. 12.

An official statement by Aqua, sent to the Chester County Press on June 25, reads: “After Aqua Pennsylvania’s application to acquire the New Garden wastewater system was approved by the PUC, the decision was appealed to the Commonwealth Court

To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.

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Local News Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. recognized as 2018 Main Street America affiliate program Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. (OMI) has been designated as an affiliate Main Street America program by the National Main Street Center.

Each year, the National Main Street Center and its Coordinating Program partners announce the list of nationally recognized Main Street America affiliate programs in recognition of their commitment to achieving meaningful improvements in downtowns and commercial districts across the country using the Main Street Approach.

“It is my privilege to recognize this year’s 299 Main Street America affiliate programs,” said Patrice Frey, President & CEO of the National Main Street Center. “Their commitment to helping advance strong local economies, and to being a part of a national movement of like-minded community changemakers is truly powerful. Main Streets are the heart of our communities, and these Main Street America programs truly strengthen the economic, social, and cultural fabric of their entire communities.”

In 2017 alone, Main Street America programs generated $4.48 billion in local reinvestment, helped open 6,211 net new businesses, generated 30,294 net new jobs, catalyzed the rehabilitation of 8,737 historic buildings, and clocked 2.7 million volunteer hours.

OMI’s performance is annually evaluated by the Pennsylvania Downtown Center (PDC) which works in partnership with the National Main Street Center to identify the local programs that are committed to comprehensive revitalization and achieving meaningful community outcomes.

PDC serves as the official

State Coordinating Program for Main Street, while the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) provides funding and management of Main Street in Pennsylvania.

“This recognition is a testament to the importance of the Main Street approach.

The foundation of OMI’s success has been maintaining a clear vision and path for a vibrant downtown, in a way which others can follow,” said Brian Wenzka, Executive Director of OMI. “In support of that vision is a well-organized, comprehensive revitalization plan that is kept as a road map to accountability and measurable progress. Though we adjust our strategies and direction from time to time, the organization never loses focus on the destination, and doing the work that is laid out in the plan is what is leading to progress.”

As a recognized program through PDC, OMI is also seeking Keystone Main Street Designation, ensuring the organization follows the principles of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Main Street Approach.

This designation includes transformation strategies organized around the four points of Economic Vitality, Design, Promotion, and Organization, plus the notable addition by DCED of a fifth point – Organizational Sustainability.

Organized in 1999 by a group of area business leaders, merchants, local officials and volunteers, the mission of Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. is to serve as the catalyst to unify and collaborate with supporting organizations to promote and foster economic growth and stability within the Business Improvement District (BID) and surrounding areas, while

preserving Downtown Oxford’s rich historic and cultural identity. As an independent 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization, OMI is committed to improving the quality of life for residents and visitors alike by making Downtown Oxford a more attractive and enjoyable place to live, work, play and shop.

Oxford joined the Pennsylvania Main Street program in 2003 and followed their Four Point Approach to main street revitalization. The original Mainstreet program was a five-year term culminating with the decision to develop a BID program (Business Improvement District) or to disband the Mainstreet program.

In November 2007, property owners in the proposed BID voted to adopt the BID program where as each property owner in the BID district is assessed a BID tax based on their property value. In 2013, the property owners again chose to keep the BID district for another five-year term.

And for a third time in 2017, an unprecedented 96 out of 98 property owners in the BID supported the extension of the BID assessment tax for another 5-year term, contributing approximately $40,000 a year to OMI for revitalization efforts. Combined with strategic financial development strategies, OMI’s annual budget for 2018 yields an impressive $395,000 in direct administrative and programmatic resources that are invested in revitalization efforts for Oxford.

As a measurement of success, 28 new businesses have opened in the BID since 2012, translating into 190-plus new jobs. In addition, Downtown Oxford also boasts a total of 34 merchants who have main-

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damage and develop a plan to rehabilitate the structure. Last Wednesday, about a dozen cars and trucks approached the closure, slowed down and then followed detour signs. During the closure, motorists are advised to follow the detour of Old Kennett Road, Bayard Road and Hillendale Road. Local access is being maintained up to where the bridge is closed, and it is possible to walk across the bridge.

The two-span, steel I-beam bridge was originally built in 1938, and was reconstructed in 1974. Prior to its closure, the structure had been posted with a weight limit of 17 tons, and a combination weight limit of 23 tons.

The bridge, which is categorized by PennDOT as structurally deficient, is 50 feet long, 24 feet wide and carries an average of 3,482 vehicles a day.

To contact Staff Writer Photos by John Chambless John Chambless, email There is rust and corrosion on the bridge deck, but jchambless@chestercoun- the major beams are also deteriorated, according to PennDOT. ty.com.

tained their presence for streetscape and infrafive or more years. structure improvements, Oxford’s First Friday’s bulb‐outs and crosswalk in the downtown have also installation.

PennDOT gotten off to a great start, coordinated improvements with record attendance of to Market Street including about 4,000 people for each the installation of traffic of the May and June events. signals, upgrades to LED The first annual Connective lights, and putting in a new Art and Music Festival pedestrian crossing system. planned for August 4th also “Businesses, property ownexpects to be the largest ers, and developers want event of its kind held in to invest in communities Downtown Oxford. As a with the infrastructure that joint partnership with the will help them be successOxford Art Alliance, this ful, support their efforts, day-long event will host and where local leaderGallery Row art vendors, ship demonstrates they are art demonstrators, a local a partner for progress.” stage, world stage, and a Wenzka said. main stage hosting five OMI has also adminishours of country music and tered or partnered with headliner Eve6 later in the the Borough on numerevening. ous façade and streetscape “Oxford has a surpris- grants for downtown ingly strong foundation in improvements, and most the arts and an emerging recently, helping secure art scene. We are excited over $4 million in fundto leverage our rural sense ing for the proposed of place as a bright spot for Multimodal/Borough Hall the arts in southern Chester project and related street County,” Wenzka said. improvements.

In addition to creat“Over the last 10-year ing experiences that are period, over $2.3 million helping make Oxford has been invested in direct a destination, OMI has revitalization efforts by also been instrumental in OMI, and our work is far physical improvements from done,” Wenzka said. in downtown. As partners The organization has for progress, the Borough outlined its goals for the and Oxford Mainstreet, next 5-year period, which Inc. secured the necessary include starting Complete matching funds, includ- Streets initiatives; improving state and federal funds ing walkability; dealing through DCED and HUD with traffic calming and for the phased series of truck traffic; initiating improvements to Market neighborhood revitalizamounting and they weren’t and South Third Streets, tion efforts such as the Elm as dependable. The upgrad- completed in 2008, 2011 & Street program; creating ing of the ambulances was 2013. The projects involved pocket parks; embracing an economical move, as well, for Longwood. The remount vehicle was totally redone and cost half of a FAMILY FUN & EXCITEMENT new ambulance.”

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“We examined the needs of the community and our commitments, and we were convinced four ambulances were necessary to cover our emergency calls, standby requests and other duties,” said Longwood EMS captain Matt Eick. “Previously, there were a few times we were holding our breaths that we wouldn’t receive an additional call.”

Two of the ambulances are 2017 Ford/Braun F-450 vehicles. The third addition is a 2016 Ford/Horton E-450 type III remount gasoline ambulance.

“Longwood is committed to providing the emergency services our constituents deserve,” said Fire Chief A. J. McCarthy. “Our EMS

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Seconds on Third

Oxford’s neighborhood thrift store features everything from clothing and jewelry to furniture and housewares.

Proceeds benefit the Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer First-time visitors to Seconds on Third in Oxford are usually impressed—and maybe surprised—by the quantity and quality of items that are for sale in the thrift shop that benefits the Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center.

The store regularly carries everything from furniture and housewares to toys and books to clothing and even jewelry, but you never really know what you’ll find because the inventory is always changing.

On a recent weekday, Seconds on Third had a sewing machine, some baseball helmets, lamps, and records in the midst of all the clothing and furniture.

“We get different things in all the time,” explained Tracey Davis, the manager of Seconds on Third.

A thrift store to benefit the Neighborhood Services Center was first opened in 2007 as a way to not only raise funds to help more families in need in the community, but also to maintain a supply of items like clothing, furniture, and home goods for clients of the Neighborhood Services Center. But an extensive renovation of the building at 21 South Third Street that was undertaken last year completely transformed the shop, creating a beautiful, open space to display everything that’s on sale and room to store additional donations as they come in.

Davis oversees how the items are merchandised, frequently changing the front window

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Committee co-chair Nicki Allen with Tracey Davis, the manager of Seconds on Third

display and rearranging the various racks of clothes or moving around the furniture as items are sold and replaced by new donations. Since the renovation, the store has the look and feel of a boutique.

As a result of the remodel, the store now has 2,200 square feet of retail space and another 1,700 square feet of room for storage. The renovation has allowed Seconds on Third to increase its offerings, improve how items are displayed, and provide a better retail experience for customers.

“I think it’s great,” Davis said.

Nicki Allen agreed. “Since the remodel, it’s no longer just a thrift store. People come in with the impression that it’s a boutique.”

A volunteer committee oversees the operations of the thrift shop for Neighborhood

Services Center. Allen and Catherine Buck are the co-chairs of the committee.

Davis is currently the store’s only paid employee, and she is supported by a team of volunteers who help run the store.

Davis’s introduction to the thrift shop came about seven years ago, when she was a customer—and a frequent one at that.

“I was always shopping here,” she explained. “Then I was asked to volunteer.”

After volunteering for a time, she joined the staff and eventually became the manager of the store.

Allen said that the store offers high-quality items. All the clothing, for example, is either new or gently used. The quality makes a difference for customers. Allen noted that women, in particular, want to

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shop in a clean, well-organized place. Seconds on Third is certainly that.

Like Davis, Danielle Slifer was a customer who liked to shop in the store before she started volunteering one day each week.

“When I moved here, I found this place and brought some things for our house,” explained Slifer, a resident of Jennersville. “I love this little town, and this store has certainly contributed to that. We have good, quality merchandise.”

All the items sold in Seconds on Third are donated, and Allen emphasized that every single donation made to the store helps the community, either because it is used to assist the Neighborhood Services Center clients or sold to customers with the proceeds going back in the operating budget for the Neighborhood Services Center.

Neighborhood Services Center provides a range of services to the people who need it the most in the community. It operates a food cupboard that distributes canned goods, non-perishable items, diapers, and personal care items. The center also provides monetary assistance to pre-screened and incomeeligible individuals who need assistance meeting their basic needs of housing, utilities and health care. The center also provides space for professional agencies like Family Service of Chester County, the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County, and the Crime Victims Center, connecting residents in the southern part of the county to these valuable services.

Allen said that the store is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to sustaining the operations of the Neighborhood Services Center.

“We’re always looking for quality donations,” Allen said, adding that volunteers are also needed. There are a wide range of volunteer opportunities, whether it’s helping to deliver items once a week to spending an hour or two sorting donated items. They also work with community service volunteers who need to complete hours. Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Davis at 610-998-1868.

“It’s important for people to help their community,” Davis said.

Seconds on Third is now open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

on Saturday. Donations are accepted at the thrift store five days a week. Volunteers will also make arrangements to pick up donated items for added convenience.

Anyone interested in helping out the Neighborhood Services Center can call 610-932-8557.

To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@ chestercounty.com.

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Seconds on Third in Oxford raises money to support the operations of the Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center.

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“Alejandro has long stressed family in his music, and that makes sense, given the size and acclaim of his own family,” Miller said.

“His brothers, Pete and Coke, both played with the original Santana band. Pete’s daughter is the percussionist Shelia E, who both played with Prince and had a long solo career. Alejandro’s brother Javier formed punk bands, just as he did in the ‘70s.”

The Escovedo concert, which will take place in the Special Events tent at the Mushroom Festival, is another coup for The Flash, which scored a sold-out concert by 10,000 Maniacs last year.

“I’ve been working on confirming an artist for the 2018 Mushroom Festival probably for the past two months, in one way or another,” Miller said. “Alejandro was on my short list for 2017.

Ultimately, I did submit an offer for Alejandro last year, but he ended up not being available.

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hours, the neighbor said that officers used a bullhorn to repeatedly call for McGonigle to leave his home, where he had barricaded himself. A SWAT team later arrived at the scene, and positioned themselves around the property.

The neighbor said that McGonigle eventually left his home at about 7:30 p.m. in a dazed state. He

Andrew Miller (right) with Alejandro Escovedo. ‘He’s a performer, a storyteller, and surrounds himself with some of the best musicians in the world,’ Miller says.

like this. You either need a regional act, or you are essentially throwing darts at a board. Any artist will play a show for a price, but as a fundraiser, we need to keep expenses down as much as possible. For this year, I made a wish list of about 25 artists, and had Alejandro on that list again. I looked to see what might be possible before cold-calling agents.

If an artist was in California

the day before, they probably can’t do Kennett the next day. Once you inquire about one artist, however, those agents will jump to suggest others.

“The New York Times had just published an article about immigration and Kennett Square, and that impacted me,” Miller said.

“I really felt the need to do something that reached beyond money for the Flash.

was quickly surrounded by police and told to get on the ground. McGonigle was then handcuffed, helped to his feet, offered water, and led to a police vehicle. The neighbor said he saw a small fleet of State Police vehicles enter the rear of the property to investigate the contents of a barn behind the home.

At the request of the State Police, an officer with the Southern Chester County Regional Police Department was called to the scene to

provide perimeter security.

The officer was replaced several hours later, when additional State Police arrived on the scene.

Charges were filed against McGonigle at District Court.

Phone calls to the State Police in Avondale for more details were not returned.

To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.

This event is an opportunity for us to do something more important than a fundraiser.

So I emailed Alejandro’s management again, and I included that article. In his announcement of the show online, he made mention of the Mushroom Festival being ‘one of the important community festivals,’ and I really think he got it, and got what we wanted to do. It wasn’t about a payday.

“Alejandro already has a foothold in this area. He has history in Philadelphia, Wilmington and Arden – shows upon shows,” Miller said. “But he reaches beyond that with this concert. He goes deeper. And I totally think he gets that, and that’s why he wanted to do this.”

Miller admires Escovedo’s music and his message. “I first saw him at The North Star Bar in Philadelphia, circa 2001,” he said. “I had not heard his music until I saw him live. That show blew me away. I ended up seeing him countless more times over the years. I’ve

long been turning people on to his music, often by exposing them to it live before they hear a recording. He’s a performer, a storyteller, and surrounds himself with some of the best musicians in the world.

“When Bruce Springsteen brought him out on stage with the E Street Band, a lot of people didn’t know who he was, but Bruce and his band did,” Miller said. “Countless NPR features don’t always equal widespread awareness. But I get emails from key people – phone calls and texts from people who can’t believe Alejandro is playing Kennett, with a full

band. Other Philadelphia area concert producers and promoters are congratulating me on the ‘get’ and what it will mean for Kennett and the Mushroom Festival. I reached out to WXPN to have them be a part of the show, and they couldn’t agree fast enough. It’s awesome to have them involved.

“I do think it will be a successful fundraiser for The Flash, but more importantly, I think we’ve booked an artist that is going to bring something special to Kennett Square,” Miller said. “It’s a message through music of diversity and inclusion.

Kinda cool stuff.”

Saturday, Sept. 8 The Kennett Flash and 88.5 WXPN welcome The 2018 Mushroom Festival Concert with The Alejandro Escovedo Band 7 p.m. doors • 8 p.m. show $35 general admission • $55 VIP seating The Special Events Tent at The Mushroom Festival (320 E. State St.) Kennett Square Tickets are available at www.kennettflash.org.

Oxford United Methodist Church gets grant to support ministries Oxford United Methodist Church was awarded a grant of $4,076 from the Clyde P. and Katherine B. Alexander Memorial Fund of The Philadelphia Foundation to support the mission and ministries of the church. The announcement of the grant was made by Pedro A. Ramos, president and CEO of the foundation.

Rev. Mark Terry, pastor of Oxford United Methodist Church, said the grant

helps support the church’s missions and outreach programs in the community, including vacation Bible school, a free ice cream social, the fall Family Fun Night, and their work as a host church for Family Promise of Southern Chester County.

“We are thankful that the Alexanders chose to use their estate to benefit Oxford for years to come, and thankful for the part we get to play in that. Their

gift, along with the giving of our members, helps us touch lives in ways none of us could on our own,” Terry said. As part of the United Methodist Church, Oxford supports missionaries and missions around the world.

For more information about the church, call 610932-9698 or visit www. oxford1851.org. For more information about the Philadelphia Foundation, visit www.philafound.org.

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Keep discarded fishing line from How to help neighbors in need harming wildlife In the June 27 issue of the Chester County Press, we published a story about the affordable housing crisis in Chester County. While there is a need for “affordable housing” at a variety of price points, the most critical need is certainly for those residents who are looking for—and can only afford—the least expensive options that are available. Despite southern Chester County’s comparative wealth, there are still many people and families in the area who are struggling to maintain their housing.

Organizations like Kennett Area Community Service or the Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center are seeing many more people who are facing homelessness, and these are the people who need the help the most. In the 2016-2017 school year, 394 students in southern Chester County were impacted by homelessness. The elderly and the disabled are also particularly vulnerable in the current climate where affordable housing options are scarce.

If you can help your neighbors in need, here’s a few ways to do so: Make a contribution to the Kennett Area Community Service (KACS). Donations can be made to the Kennett Food Cupboard or the KACS Emergency Assistance Programs. These programs include case management, referral services and financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other needs. The KACS staff can also help people resolve their housing situation through homelessness prevention efforts and rapid re-housing services.

Donations can be made to: Kennett Area Community Service 136 W. Cedar St., Kennett Square, Pa. 19348 P.O. Box 1025, Kennett Square, PA 19348 More information about KACS and the services that it provides can be obtained by calling 610-9253556 or emailing info@kacsonline.net.

The Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center provides many of the same services as KACS, and is also a valuable resource for people to turn during a time of need. Contributions can be sent to the Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center, 35 N. 3rd St., Oxford, Pa. 19363. The email address is nsc35@zoominternet.net and the telephone number is 610-932-8557.

Another local organization that helps, specifically, families who are facing homelessness, is the Family Promise of Southern Chester County. More information about making a contribution to Family Promise of Southern Chester County is available at www. familypromisescc.org.

Another good way to provide help to those who need it most is to make a donation to the United Way of Southern Chester County at 106 West State St. Kennett Square, Pa. 19348 or make the donation online at www.unitedwayscc.org. That one donation will allow the United Way of Southern Chester County to support dozens of local nonprofit organizations that serve the community.

Letter to the Editor: As a lifelong resident of Kennett Square, I have enjoyed the beauty of the Anson B. Nixon Park since it came into existence. I am there every day, sometimes more than once. I enjoy the wildlife, the water, watching children play, the awesome sunsets in the evenings, and the joy of my dog whenever he gets the chance to visit his waterfowl friends.

However, over the past two years, I have noticed a change that has been progressively getting worse.

Those who fish in the ponds are neglecting to clean up after themselves, and it is having devastating effects on the wildlife. Fishing line and accessories left behind are downright cruel.

Last year, I rescued a duck with fishing line wrapped around one of his legs. This year, I had to remove fishing line from the legs of three geese. In fact, today

(June 26), after three days of trying, I finally removed fishing line, with sinkers attached, from the legs of a juvenile goose.

I was fully aware that if I didn’t get it today, he would probably die soon. It was not an easy task. It was downright heartbreaking.

I had an experienced and conscientious fisherman attempt to help me catch the goose the first time we saw it, to no avail. He was also complaining about the callousness of those using the ponds to fish these days.

Earlier in the season, my friends and I found two dead turtles with fishing line wrapped around their necks. The more wildlife struggles against the line, the tighter it gets, not to mention what happens to the wildlife that ingest it.

This is not the park that I remember and love.

Discarded fishing line, sinkers, etc., are littered throughout the walkways and around the ponds. Their ugliness is draped in the branches of the trees surrounding the ponds, and

floating on top of the water.

I have had fishing line wrap around my ankles and shoes while walking, and it’s an unwelcome obstruction.

A solution to the problem would be to post signs reminding fishermen to pick up their mess, add recycle boxes for fishing line that can be added throughout the park, and have the park educate people on the damage that discarded fishing gear can do.

Dawn Thomforde Kennett Borough

We have the technology to reach 100 percent renewable energy by 2050—all we need is the will Letter to the Editor: On June 12, a group of 300 Pennsylvanians converged on Harrisburg to promote 100 percent renewable energy by 2050. House Bill 2132 and Senate Bill 1140 already has bipartisan support. Our efforts convinced at least five new legislators of the importance of sponsoring this legislation. My representatives, Sen. John Rafferty and Rep. Becky Corbin, are among the cosponsors. Thank you.

Contact your State Senator and State Representative to find out where he or she stands on these bills. If they are already sponsoring the bill, thank them, or educate them on the importance of getting on board.

Why do we need to transition to 100 percent renewable energy by 2050?

Climate change, air pollution, and water pollution to name a few areas. It’s important to start now to keep up with the degree of rising temperatures before

the tipping point is reached.

Many new jobs will be created as this transition is implemented.

Philadelphia, Allentown, Pittsburgh and Phoenixville have committed their support to make this happen in their community, in addition to major companies and colleges and universities. We have the technology to reach these goals. All we need now is the will. This state-wide initiative is being promoted

by PennEnvironment, the

Sierra Club and many other environmental organizations. It’s also a worldwide effort. A bill has been introduced by Sen. Jeff Merkley in the U.S. Congress, but under the current administration, we know that nothing will happen. Let’s make it happen in Pennsylvania.

To appreciate the scope of this initiative, Google 100 percent Renewable Energy by 2050 and be amazed.

Mary Ann Mack Phoenixville, Pa.

Republican control produces mediocre state budgets Recently, the General Assembly (Democrats and Republicans) passed a state budget that meets the constitutional muster of being on time, but that is about all it does. Unfortunately, this mediocre budget is precisely what we have come to expect from the Republicans who have controlled the state Senate for last 31 years

and the state House for 20 of the last 24 years even though there have been 12 years of Republican governors and 12 years of Democratic governors during this same time period.

Given these circumstances, Gov. Wolf should be praised that this budget does anything at all.

While this budget has

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$100 million more for basic education funding, it does not fix the cost disparity of funding; $10,833 per student in some schools versus $29,255 per student in other schools; that ranks our state worst in the nation. In a state where all children deserve an equal opportunity, nobody should find this acceptable.

It also does little to close the inequitable state funding gap of what a school should get if all basic education funding were distributed through the fair funding formula. For example, 94 school districts get less than 80 percent of the funding they deserve (some as low as 30 percent) while 95 school districts receive over 200 percent of the funding they deserve.

At the rate that Republicans want to address this issue, “fair funding” will be achieved 33 years from now when today’s kindergarten students are 38 years old.

This budget does have $20 million more for Pre-K, but only 39 percent of eligible children in our state benefit from high-quality, publicly funded Pre-K. This line item needs another $290 million to serve all at-risk children.

This budget increases funding for higher education by 3 percent, but it still keeps Pennsylvania ranked 49th nationally in terms of higher education per capita funding and 3rd in most student

debt. This is not a formula to produce and retain a highlytrained workforce.

This budget provides funding to remove 100 adults with intellectual disabilities, whose parents are too old to care for them, from the emergency waiting list. But the list has 5,143 individuals still waiting. It also does not do anything to reduce the 3,252 individuals waiting for adult autism services.

This budget does includes an additional $6.8 million to provide subsidized child care for 1,600 more children, but it did not eliminate the waiting list for the other 9,336 children who still need quality child care.

This budget failed to reduce the $227 million overcharge of charter and cyber charter school costs that cause higher local property taxes for homeowners.

It also failed to implement a reasonable severance tax on Marcellus Shale to protect the environment. This budget failed to fully close the Delaware loophole to provide a fair playing field for Pennsylvania small businesses. This budget even failed to address how to pay for the $800 million in state police services for communities who refuse to take on the local responsibility of having a police department.

Gov. Wolf also proposed raising the minimum wage

to $12 an hour to make it closer to a living wage. This proposal would increase revenues to the state while saving the state public assistance dollars. In his first budget, Gov. Wolf even tried to do property tax relief, but the Republicans would not compromise. Gov. Wolf tried to address all these areas, but the Republicans refused.

Instead, the Republicans continue to produce budgets that, at a bare minimum, only accomplish the compulsory things mandated by the Constitution and nothing else. If Pennsylvanians

want better state budgets that significantly improve jobs, education, the environment, human services, and the economy, they need to change who controls the General Assembly.

Check out planforpa. pahouse.com for a new way forward that puts people first, creates good jobs, produces quality schools, and ensures fair taxes.

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Turks Head Festival celebrates 36 years on July 15

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer During his 14-year term as the director of the Parks and Recreation Department for the Borough of West Chester, Keith Kurowksi has seen the residents in the vicinity of Everhart Park take ownership of the annual Turks Head Music Festival.

Kurowski said that he watches concertgoers arrive early to catch a band or two, visit some vendors, and then walk back home to host a backyard barbecue. Later, he’ll see the same people return to Everhart Park with friends and family, throw blanket on the grass, and dance to the music of the festival’s closing acts.

In the process, they have made it what it really is: A backyard concert for the residents of West Chester.

“The festival runs all day, so that’s a long day, and we get to see people who choose to arrive early, just as we get to see people come here for the afternoon, and a whole different crowd will arrive at the park to enjoy the evening portion,” he said. “Because the

party extends to the neighborhoods around the park, it makes the event feel bigger than it really is, and they have come to call this their concert.”

This year’s free festival, which will kick off at 11 a.m., will include 11 bands on two stages, more than 70 artisan and food vendor booths, a children’s play area with moonbounces, and a misting tent to keep spectators cool.

This year’s music lineup will include performances by Josh Olmstead, Pepperwine, Venom Blues, Waiting for December, Afro Bear, Mark DeRose, Big Mind Band, Aqua Cherry, Hambone Relay, Dean Shot Howling Wolf and Half Past Seven.

As a prelude to the festival, Local Yoga Cafe will offer a free yoga class to the community from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., with registration beginning at 9:30 a.m.

For those who wrap their weekend around the festival every year, they can expect more of the laid-back vibe that draws an eclectic audience every year, but those who are coming for the first time have a lot to see, hear and experience.

“What f irst-timers at Turks Head can expect to see are 70 different vendors selling everything from bonsai plants to jewelry, and food vendors who sell amazing gourmet food that’s served concertstyle,” said Kurowksi, who expects that this year’s festival will draw between 4,000 and 5,000 people throughout the day.

“Perhaps the component that’s made the festival most popular is that they will see a performance by a rock band that’s followed with a jazz band that’s followed by a reggae band. It invites people to hear music they wouldn’t normally listen to.

“The entire festival festival has always been run with a feeling of, ‘Hey, you want to hang out for a while and hear some great music?

Come check us out.’”

To learn more about the Turks Head Music Festival on July 15 at Everhart Park in West Chester, visit www. west-chester.com/139/ Parks-Recreation. The rain date of the festival will be July 24.

To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty. com.

The festival will include 70 vendors, including artisans and food trucks.

All photos courtesy of West Chester Borough Department of Parks and Recreation

Between 4,000 and 5,000 are expected to attend the annual Turks Head Festival at Everhart Park in West Chester on July 15.

The first Turks Head Festival took place in 1970.

This year’s festival will include 11 musical acts performing on two stages.

Oxford’s summer of activities begins with Red, White & Blues First Friday

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer A summer of activities in Oxford begins with a First Friday event on July 6 that features the theme of “Red, White & Blues.” The Friar’s Point Band, and a bike parade and a decorating contest for children ten and younger are highlights of the First Friday.

The line up for the bike parade will take place at the Soap Bucket on Locust Street. Participants are invited to decorate their bikes in red, white and blue. Judging will take place at 6:30 p.m., and the parade starts at 6:40 p.m. The parade will move from Locust Street to Third Street and finish at the Coatesville Savings Bank.

The First Friday fun will start a very busy summer in Oxford.

A brand new event, the Connective Art & Music Festival, will debut on Saturday, Aug. 4. Eve 6, the southern California rock band best known for hits like “Inside Out,”

“Here’s to the Night,” and “Victoria,” will headline on the main stage during an event that will feature dozens of musicians and artists.

The goal of the festival is to bring a diverse group of people together to enjoy art and music, and to shine a spotlight on Oxford.

The festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and will feature a full day of entertainment and family-friendly activities, including music. There will be three stages set up in downtown Oxford: One at the bottom of Market Street near Fourth Street, a

stage in Oxford Memorial Park, and one at Broad Street near Third Street and Niblock Alley.

One stage will feature a lineup of country music performers, including headliner John King. The local stage will have Moe Blues and Bethlehem and Sad Patrick, among others.

The sights and the sounds of the world’s cultures will be showcased on the World Music stage, which will include everything from a 15-person African drum group to a mariachi band.

There will be a battle of the bands competition and, similarly, a clash of

the canvases. The Battle of the Bands winner will earn the opportunity to open for Eve 6 on the main stage. The Clash of the Canvases will be between pre-selected professional artists. Festival-goers are encouraged to watch the artists work, and in the final hours of the event, the festival-goers will have the chance to vote on their favorite pieces. Artists will each be given the option to auction off their final piece, with 50 percent of proceeds given to the non-profits organizing the Connective Festival. The winners of both the competition and

auction will be recognized at the end of the event.

A gallery row of more than 20 artisans with sculptures, prints, pottery, fiber art, jewelry and more will be featured. There will also be art demonstrations scattered throughout Oxford. Teens and adults can be creative at the Art and Music Skill Share Tents.

More information about the Connective Art & Music Festival is available at www.connectivefestival. org, and on Facebook and Instag ram@ connectivefestival.

Another major event

this summer is the return of the Oxford First Friday Car Show. The fifth annual event will take place on Sept. 7.

Last year, there were more than 300 cars, bikes, and trucks featured. Awards will again be handed out to the favorite cars, trucks, and motorcycles.

In addition to the vehicles, there will also be plenty of food and live music during the event. Dozens of vendors -- including food trucks, nonprofit organizations in the Oxford community, and merchants selling clothing and jewelry – will also be on hand. There will be plenty of activities for children, too, especially in the new Kids Zone, which will include car-themed games and activities.

More information, including registration forms, is available on the Oxford Mainstreet website at www. downtownoxfordpa.org.

To contact Staff Writer Steven Hoffman, email editor@chestercounty.com.

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JEANNE HARRIET MINSHALL Jeanne Harriet (LeFevre) Minshall, 92, formerly of Avondale and recently a resident at Linden Hall in Kennett Square, died on June 27, just before her birthday.

She was predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Jay Roland Minshall. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late John Henry and Katherine Martha (Crossan) LeFevre. Jeanne was a graduate of Kennett High School in 1943, and graduated from the University of Delaware in 1946 with honors in math education and science as a minor. She was a tutor for many local students over the years. She was very busy as chauffeur and supporter for her children’s many activities throughout the years.

Jeanne was a member of several community organizations. She was a charter member of the Kennett Symphony Orchestra (1940-1982); organizer and leader with 4-H Clubs for 20 years; den mother for the Cub Scouts; on the New Garden Election Board for 38 years, and a member of Eastern Star. She enjoyed bingo, bowling and swimming in her later years, as well as being a source of much local history.

She is survived by seven children: Tom, Susan (Clark) and Bob in the local area, Ann Brown of Las Vegas Nev., Dot Smith of Salunga Pa., Kay Cocciolone in Northeast Maryland, and Steven Rutherford of Tampa, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Dorothy Johnson of Downingtown.

A memorial service will be held at the Presbyterian Church (211 S. Broad St., Kennett Square) on July 6 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Kennett Symphony Orchestra, PO Box 72, Kennett Square, PA 19348; or Friends Home in Kennett, 147 W. State St., Kennett Square, PA 19348. Condolences can be made at www. longwoodfuneralhome.com.

DOROTHY MAY GRIMES

MICHAEL KOODELITCH, JR.

Dorothy May Grimes, 76, of West Grove, passed away peacefully at her home on June 22.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin R. and Dorothy Elizabeth Alburger Sauselein.

Dorothy graduated from William Penn High School, Class of 1959. She was employed with Delmarva Power and Light, retiring after 17 years of service. Dorothy was a member of Octoraro Chapter No. 463 Order of Eastern Star, Oxford, for 30 years. After retiring, Dorothy enjoyed quiet times, Sunday afternoons with family, church, and above all, she was a devoted grandmother.

She is survived by four daughters, Kathy May and her fiancé Steve Walton of Cochranville, Diane Keen and her husband Tony of Conowingo, Md., Linda Lockard and her husband James of North East, Md., and Janet Byington and her husband Thomas of North East, Md.; five grandsons; a great-granddaughter; one brother, Benjamin Sauselein and his wife Nancy of Port Deposit, Md.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Kevin Hadwin and Randall Smith; a granddaughter, Sabrina Lockard; and a brother, Beau William Sauselein.

A funeral was held June 20. Interment was in Oxford Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www. elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

Michael Koodelitch, Jr., 74, of Philadelphia, went home to be with the Lord on June 28 at Inglis House, where he had been a resident for the past 26 years.

He was born in Springlen, Germany, in 1944. Due to an accident in 1992, he became a quadriplegic. He grew up in Delaware County, and attended Chester and Eddystone schools.

He enlisted in the Army from 1961 through 1964. During his time in the Army, he was in Garmisch, Germany, where he served at the armed forces recreational center as swim instructor.

He also toured Europe, playing basketball for the Army. He was a gifted musician, and loved and played all sports.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Tanja Koodelitch. Survivors include one daughter and her husband, Tanja and Michael Agriesti of Bexley, Ohio; two grandsons; one sister, Helen Komarnicki of Quarryville; one niece and her husband, Julie and Brian Redding of Chambersburg, Pa.; one nephew and his wife, J. Scott and Sarah Komarnicki of Ridgeway, S.C.; and five great-nephews and great-nieces.

There will be a graveside memorial service with honor guard at Lawn Croft Cemetery in August. The Kaniefski Kendus D’Angolie funeral home will be officiating. Memorial donations may be sent to Inglis House, 2600 Belmont Ave., Philadelphia PA 19131.

ALEXANDER HIONIS Accomplished businessman, philanthropist, and devoted family patriarch, Alexander Hionis, 81, of West Chester, passed away on June 23 after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in Cephalonia, Greece, in 1937 to the late Rev. Evanggelos and Presbytera Oreanthy Hionis. Alex was the beloved husband of Dorothea “Dora” Danalis Hionis for close to 55 years.

Owner of Best Western Plus Concordville Hotel, Concordville Inn Restaurant, Inn at Mendenhall, Mendenhall Inn Restaurant, Wyndham Garden and other enterprises, Mr. Hionis was a successful businessman and contributor in Delaware County.

Having left Greece to build his life in America in 1954, one of Alex’s favorite joys through his life was to return with his wife to his birthplace and retreat to their vacation estate on the island of Kefalonia. At home in Pennsylvania, Alex cared greatly about his community and his country, and he was a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard. A charitable and religious man, he was an honorary member of the Hellenic University Club, and a longtime benefactor of St. George Greek Orthodox in Media.

He is survived by his wife Dorothea; his children Evanggelos (Cynthia), Loukianos (Linda), and Alexander II (Nina); his brothers Jerry (Effie), Dionisis (Rose), and Kostas (Laura); and sisters Athena Hionis and Eleni Andreatou of Greece. He also has eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Evanggelia; and a brother, Haralambos Hionis. He is also survived by many loving nephews, nieces and Godchildren.

Burial was in Edgewood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 30 E. Forge Rd., Media, PA 19063.

SHERIDAN OSBORNE Sheridan Osborne, 85, of West Grove, passed away June 24 at home, surrounded by his family.

He was the husband of Joan McGinley Osborne, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage. Born in Creston, N.C., he was the son of the late Henry and Minnie Mahala Osborne. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He retired from Delchester Oil Company in West Chester, and the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District.

He is survived by his wife; three sons, Joseph Cooper (Laura) of West Grove, Jerry Osborne (Susan) of Stanton, Del., and Keith Osborne (Eva) of New Castle, Del.; one daughter, Sandy Fiumara (late husband, Mike); 12 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one brother, Odell Osborne of Avondale; and one sister, Ola Roark of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Tracey and Eula Osborne; and two sisters, Zell Lewis and Maebel Price.

A memorial service was held June 30. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

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Sandra J. Goeddel, 71, of Kennett Square, passed away on June 30 at Neighborhood Hospice.

She was the wife of Dennis L. Goeddel, with whom she shared 50 years of marriage. Born in Wheeling, W. Va., she was the daughter of the late Alex Pizi and the late Josephine Tarli Pizi. She was a high school math teacher for the Quincy Public Schools in Quincy, Mass., retiring in 2001. Sandra was a member of the Kennett Square YMCA, where she developed many friends.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sisters, Dona Luikart of Coraopolis, Pa., Linda Lee of Wellsburg, W.Va., and Rita Villani of Bridgeville, Pa. The family is planning a private service with interment in the family hometown of Folignano, Ascoli, Piceno, Italy.

To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, visit www.griecocares.com.

Through Aug. 29 Summer Fun series West Grove United Methodist Church (300 N. Guernsey Rd., West Grove) invites the community to the fourth year of Wednesday night “Summer Fun.” The weekly event continues through the summer, and runs from 6 to 8 p.m.

There will be hot dogs, games, fellowship and a brief word from pastor Rev. Monica B. Guepet each week. All beverages will be supplied. Families can bring snacks if they wish. The event is free. An assortment of games will be available Bring bikes, trikes, skateboards, scooters or rollerblades. Weather permitting, there will be a slipn-slide. For more information, call 610-869-9334 or visit www.westgroveumc.org.

July 7 Indoor yard sale Shiloh Presbyterian Church (42 S. Fifth St., Oxford) hosts an indoor yard sale in the Outreach Center on July 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clothing, shoes, jewelry and household items will be

for sale, benefiting the mission activities of the Helping Hands Ministry. Call 610-932-9256 for more information.

July 14 Pancake and omelet breakfast Shiloh Presbyterian Church (42 S. Fifth St., Oxford) hosts a pancake and omelet breakfast on July 14 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tickets at the door are $7 for adults, $5 for ages 4 to 11, free for ages 3 and younger.

Call 610-932-9256 for more information.

July 18 Ice cream social Oxford United Methodist Church (18 Addison St., Oxford) hosts a free public ice cream social on July 18 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The whole community is invited. Call 610932-9698 for more information.

July 22 to 26 Oxford United Methodist VBS Oxford United Methodist Church (18 Addison St., Oxford) hosts vacation Bible school from July 22 to 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. each evening. The theme is “Rolling River Rampage: Experience the Ride of a Lifetime with God!” Register by calling 610-932-9698.

July 25 Outdoor movie West Grove United Methodist Church (300 N. Guernsey Rd., West Grove) will hold a free outdoor screening of the 2017 musical “The Greatest Showman,” rated PG, on July 25 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Refreshments will be served, and the whole community is invited. Call 10-869-9334 or visit www.westgroveumc.org.

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July 7 Freedom Fest The annual Freedom Fest will be held in Nottingham County Park on July 7 from 6 to 11 p.m. The event features food vendors, games and activities for the whole family, live music and a fireworks display. There is no admission fee, but parking is $10 per vehicle at the park and Herr’s Corporate Center.

Parking gates open at 6 p.m., and early line-up is not permitted. Rain date July 8. On The Rise will perform on the Freedom Fest stage.

The 30-minute fireworks show begins at 9:30 p.m.

For event information, call 610-932-2589 or visit http://chesco.org/2387/ Freedom-Fest.

July 13 Musical sing-along The Oxford Library (48 S. Second St., Oxford) hosts a musical movie sing-along on July 13 at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to the favorite family film screening.

Snacks will be provided.

All ages welcome. Visit www.oxfordpubliclibrary. org or call 610-932-9618.

July 13 Heather Pierson Trio The Heather Pierson Trio will perform on July 13 at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church (116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford) as part of the Friends Folk Club concert series.

Pierson is an awardwinning pianist, singer/ songwriter, arranger, bandleader and performer.

She plays New Orleansstyle jazz and blues, Americana and folk music

with piano, tenor banjo, melodica, and acoustic guitar. Tickets are $15 and will be available at the door (children 12 and younger free). Doors open at 7 p.m., and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Bring non-perishable food items which will be given to area food cupboards.

For more information, call 610-869-8076, email friendsfolkclub@ aol.com, or visit www. heatherpierson.com.

July 14 ‘Tribute to the 80s’ concert The New London Community Choir will perform “A Tribute to the ‘80s” on July 14 at 7 p.m. at the Avon Grove High School Auditorium (257 State Rd., West Grove). There will be songs by the Stray Cats, Michael Jackson and Andrew Lloyd Webber, among others. There will be a lobby display of 1980s memorabilia and everyone will get to play “Lobby Trivial Pursuit.”

A panel of the AIDS Memorial Quilt from The Names Project will also be on display. Admission is free, but donations to offset the cost of the music and program development will be accepted at the door. The New London Community Choir is an outreach program of the New London UMC. July 14 Book signing “PassionTide,” a novel by author Jim DiLuzio from New Garden Township, will be for sale ($15) at the Hockessin Book Shelf (7179 Lancaster Pike,

Hockessin) on July 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. DiLuzio will sign books and talk to readers about the book, which follows Father Michael, whose journey mimics that of his church and country, rolling on a tide of love and redemption.

July 18 Vietnam War presentation The Oxford Library (48 S. Second St., Oxford) hosts Col. Ranger Roach on July 18 at 6:30 p.m.

For an overview of the Vietnam War by an officer who served as a small unit leader in that conflict.

Col. Ranger Roach was born and raised in Delaware Country and retired after 29 years of service as a Special Forces Colonel. Visit www.oxfordpubliclibrary. org or call 610-932-9618.

July 23 Crafts at Oxford Senior Center Oxford Senior Center (12 E. Locust St., Oxford) hosts a class in greeting card stamping on July 23 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Participants will work with an instructor to create five all-occasion greeting cards using stamps. The fee is $10. Call 610-9325244 or email oxsrctr Jake Armerding (June 20, 7 p.m.); Edgardo Cintron and the Inca Band – a tribute to Santana (June 27, 7 p.m.); The Hoppin’ John Orchestra (July 4, 7 p.m.); Hurricane Hoss (July 11, 7 p.m.); The Matt Cappy Quintet (July 18, 7 p.m.); Will Power – tribute to Tower of Power and James Brown (July 25, 7 p.m.); Apache Trails

(Aug. 1, 7 p.m.); Radio Free Honduras (Aug. 8, 7 p.m.). Visit www. kennettflash.org.

Through Sept. 30 Festival of Fountains Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square) has daily fountain shows, live music in the Beer Garden on weekends, Fireworks and Fountains shows on six nights, and an outdoor performing arts series, continuing through Sept. 30. General gardens admission, by timed ticket, is $23 for adults, $20 for seniors over 62, $12 for ages 5 to 18, free for children 4 and younger. Visit www. longwoodgardens.org for more information and tickets.

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Fireworks will dazzle the crowd at the annual Freedom Fest event, to be held July 7 in Nottingham Park (see listing).

Celebrate wine and chocolate at a benefit for United Way If you like a mystery – and you love wine and chocolate – the United Way of Southern Chester County has an event for you.

On July 20 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., participants will meet at one place and take a shuttle to a distinctive home in the Chadds Ford area for the annual Wine and Chocolate Fundraiser.

Participants can celebrate the divinely decadent world of chocolate at a

modern architectural masterpiece designed by local architect Ed Rahme.

This new home in Chadds Ford has a unique design based on the desires of each family member – such as an isolated reading nook and a Nerf-gun shooting tower.

Attendees will enjoy artisan chocolates made by local chocolatiers, and fine wines from several local wineries. A local brewery will also provide beer.

The exact location of this home will remain a mystery until guests arrive. Tickets are on sale through July 19 at the United Way of Southern Chester County Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ unitedwayscc).

Single tickets are $75 and couple tickets for two people, related or unrelated, are $135. Proceeds benefit the many organizations served by the United Way in the region.

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Solicitation restriction discussed by Franklin Township supervisors

By John Chambless Staff Writer The problem of sales people and other solicitations in Franklin Township was addressed by the Board of Supervisors at their June 20 meeting.

The township office has recently received several calls from residents who were disturbed by sales people knocking on their doors later in the evening. Over the years, residents have encountered door-to-door sales people who they said were were rude, and whose sales tactics were questionable. The board has previously discussed passing an ordinance against solicitation, but the township

would lack ability to enforce any ordinance of that kind.

There is an expense to draft and advertise any ordinance, and four of the supervisors agreed they were not in favor of moving forward with an ordinance, but that they would wait until supervisor Donna Dea, who was not at the June 20 meeting, could also attend.

This item will be on next month’s agenda for the board.

The board also discussed whether to restrict the planting and growing of bamboo in the township, and whether to enforce its maintenance within 40 feet of a road or any township property. Bamboo is technically a grass, and solicitor Mark Thompson said that it’s not covered by

the township’s ordinances regarding trees or noxious weeds. The board members feel that a separate ordinance is necessary for bamboo, given its characteristics. Thompson and Township Manager Joan McVaugh will draft a bamboo ordinance for discussion at next month’s meeting.

Planning Commission member Paul Lagasse summarized the commission’s June 7 meeting. The commission reviewed the Bowwood subdivision sketch plan, which proposes 23 lots in New London Township, with a small section of six lots in Franklin. Franklin would get no tax revenue from any of the lots. The commission requested that a note be added

to the plan that no building be allowed on the Franklin Township portion of the lots, and that no access to Walnut Glen Road be permitted, except through the main entrance.

The issue of adding an additional dwelling unit to properties in the township was discussed with Jeff Vogels, the zoning official at the meeting.

It was decided that, for properties less than 3.5 acres, only an attached additional dwelling unit is allowable. For properties of 3.5 acres to less than 10 acres, an attached or detached additional dwelling unit is allowable. For parcels 10 acres and larger, both an attached and detached additional dwelling unit are

allowable. An addition will be made to the zoning ordinance that, “A detached additional dwelling unit shall require a Land Development Plan as defined in Section 22-202.”

The new ordinance is more restrictive than the current ordinance.

In a report from the zoning officer and building inspector, it was reported that four ongoing zoning issues are being monitored: 308 Heather Hills: The property is being cleaned up.

3300 Appleton Road: The property owner was fined two separate charges and failed to appear in District Court. He has filed an appeal.

3327 Appleton Road: Jeff Vogels and the township

solicitor filed the summary citation papers in District Court on May 8. The township was recently informed that the judge recused himself and now the court must find a new judge to take the case before the owner can be served.

1651 New London Road: The property owner is intending to start a paving business and was notified that he must fill out the proper paperwork for a change of use.

Updated information is available at www. franklintownship.us.

To contact Staff Writer John Chambless, email jchambless@chestercounty. com.

CCIU graduates enter their future careers More than 900 students from across Chester County recently graduated from the Child and Career Development Center (CCDC), Communities Helping Adolescents with Autism Make Progress Program (CHAAMP), the CCIU Learning Center and the three Technical College High School (TCHS) campuses. Each of these programs is operated by the Chester County Intermediate Unit on behalf of its 12 member school districts.

On June 5, the students of the CCDC, Learning Center and CHAAMP program graduated together at the Child and Career Development Center in Coatesville. The diplomas were received by 13 CCDC students, 28 Learning Center students and three CHAAMP students.

The CCDC provides programs for autism support, emotional support, learning support, life skills support, and multiple disabilities support to K-12 students. At CCDC, most of the programs have a common goal of increasing skills and dexterity necessary for post-graduate living. Principal Susan Mateka shared her pride for those accomplishments as well. “The students have fought very hard for every bit of progress they have made,” she said. “Not a single achievement has come easily and without perseverance.”

The CCIU Learning Center provides academic and vocational education programs to middle and high school students with special education needs. Similarly, Communities Helping Adolescents with Autism

Make Progress (CHAAMP) provides a community-based instructional program to students with autism spectrum disorders.

The commencement ceremonies for the TCHS Brandywine, Pennock’s Bridge and Pickering campuses were held on June 4, May 31 and May 30, respectively. More than 880 graduates received their high school diploma from their sending school, but were honored for completing their program requirements in one of TCHS’ career and tech programs, which are centered around the arts, STEM and skilled trades.

In the speeches of the commencement speakers, many graduates emphasized some aspect of the TCHS education. For one TCHS Brandywine student, the

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Graduating seniors listen to Lauren McNair (early childhood care and education) deliver her senior reflection at the TCHS Pennock’s Bridge Campus graduation on May 31.

sharp focus of the programs on an array of different career pathways proved to be an advantageous opportunity.

Alexa Forbes, a cosmetology graduate of TCHS Brandywine, said, “A lot of high schoolers go to college not knowing what they want to be. We are given the opportunity to discover who we are.”

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Valedictorian Jessica Xu (culinary arts) speaks at the TCHS Pickering Campus graduation on May 30.

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A new reason to visit Kennett Square Flea and Artisan Market will be held July 6

The extra excitement in downtown Kennett Square – and the larger crowds – can be attributed to the new Flea and Artisan Market that happens every first Friday of the month.

Held in conjunction with the long-running Farmers Market on the Genesis Walkway, the new market is set up across State Street, and features vintage clothing, housewares, paper products and more made by local artisans

and sold by local dealers.

The lineup changes each month, so you don’t know what you’ll find.

On July 6 from 4 to 8 p.m., visitors can stroll the downtown and find booths by a range of artisans in the area of 128 S. State St. There will be live music on the street from 6 to 8 p.m. as well. The lineup includes: Monarca Fiber Arts – Embroidered goods specializing in unique home decor pieces,

kitchen linens, funky accessories and boutique children’s toys The Mid Century Sisters -- Vintage linens, books and home decor Christine Shirley -Handmade apparel and accessories, including tie-dyed bamboo dresses, handmade totes, scarves and more Art by Lauren Maulhern – Handmade terrariums and paintings 896 Junction -Antiques, vintage, retro, military, small furniture

and collectibles Rock Painting by Lars -- Dozens of handpainted riverstones RLD Books -- Rare and used vintage books Made by Stephanie -Handmade cards, signs, necklaces, zip pouches, hand woven items and essential oil mixes.

The series, which began in May, will also continue on Aug. 3. For updated information, visit www. historickennettsquare. com/events/flea.

Vintage goods will be sold by The Mid Century Sisters.

Vintage books from RLD Books will be among the merchandise at the market.

Handmade toys by Monarca Fiber Arts will delight young visitors.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 2018

Legals ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF Ann L. Young, late of London Grove Township, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above named Ann L. Young 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: Judith Y. Fincher, CoExecutrix, Ellen Y. Cross, Co-Executrix, c/o Attorney:Winifred Moran Sebastian, Esquire 208 E. Locust Street, P.O. Box 381,Oxford, PA 19363 6p-20-3t

ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF JAMES L. SHORTLIDGE, SR., DECEASED. Late of the Township of London Grove, Chester County, PA. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to KAREN SHORTLIDGE, EXECUTRIX, c/o Anita M. D’Amico, Esq., 204 N. Union St., Kennett Square, PA 19348, Or to her Attorney: ANITA M. D’AMICO, D’AMICO LAW PC, 204 N. Union St., Kennett Square, PA 19348 6p-27-3t

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Elk Township, 952 Chesterville Road, Lewisville, Pennsylvania, will conduct a conditional use hearing on Monday, July 30, 2018, at 6:30 pm at the Elk Township Building to consider the Application of Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for property owned by American Tower Corporation and located at 253 Mount Olivet Road, being tax parcel #70-3-3 in the R-2 Zoning District of Elk Township.

The Applicant requests a modification of the Conditional Use Decision dated March 12, 2018 pursuant to Article XII Section 1203.B and Article VI Section 601.C.4 of the Elk Township Zoning Ordinance of 2002, as amended. The applicant proposes to relocate equipment shelter from building to under tower legs within fenced compound at the above described location. All persons wishing to participate in this hearing are invited to be present. Any person with a disability requiring a special accommodation to attend this hearing should notify the secretary at (610) 255-0634, as early as possible, but not later than five (5) working days prior to the hearing. The Board of Supervisors will make every reasonable effort to provide reasonable accommodations.

R. Samuel McMichael, Esquire, Solicitor for Elk Township.

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ESTATE OF JAMES C. CHAPMAN, DECEASED. Late of the Township of Franklin, Chester County, PA. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to SARA E. MANDOS, EXECUTRIX, c/o Terrance A. Kline,

Esq., 200 E. State St., Ste. 306, P.O. Box A, Media, PA 19063, Or to her Attorney: TERRANCE A. KLINE, LAW OFFICE OF TERRANCE A. KLINE, 200 E. State St., Ste. 306, P.O. Box A, Media, PA 19063 7p-4-3t

ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF CHERYL A. KALINOSKI, DECEASED. Late of the Township of Lower Oxford, Chester County, PA. LETTERS of ADMINISTRATION on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to JOSEPH N. KALINOSKI, ADMINISTRATOR, c/o Robert S. Esposito, Esq., 1515 DeKalb Pike, Ste. 201, Blue Bell, PA 19422-3367, Or to his Attorney: ROBERT S. ESPOSITO, 1515 DeKalb Pike, Ste. 201, Blue Bell, PA 19422-3367 7p-4-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, July 19th, 2018 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, August 20th, 2018. 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. 18-7-428 Writ of Execution No. 2017-07210 DEBT $152,429.36 PROPERTY situate in the Franklin Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania BLR# 72-4-8.10 IMPROVEMENTS thereon: residential dwelling PLAINTIFF: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association VS DEFENDANT: ANN B. CHASE, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF TIMOTHY T. CHASE a/k/a TIMOTHY TYLER CHASE, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER TIMOTHY T. CHASE a/k/a TIMOTHY TYLER CHASE, DECEASED SALE ADDRESS: 559 Chesterville Road, Landenberg, PA 19350-1575 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase

money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 6p-27-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, July 19th, 2018 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, August 20th, 2018. 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. 18-7-395 Writ of Execution No. 2016-05683 DEBT $1,355.464.25 ALL THAT CERTAIN tract of ground situate in Pennsbury Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, according to a survey made by George E. Regester, Jr. & Sons, Inc., Registered Surveyors, dated September 14, 1976, last revised March 2, 1976, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point set at the point of intersection of the centerline of a 25 foot wide right of way, to be used in common by the grantee, grantor herein, their heirs and assigns, with the centerline of a 10 foot wide right of way to be used in common by the grantee, grantor herein, their heirs and assigns, said point of beginning marking the northwesterly corner of this about to be described tract a corner of remaining land of grantor herein and set in a line of “Chadds Ford Knoll” Development, said point of beginning being set the three following courses and distances to wit, from a point marking the intersection of said centerline of said 25 foot wide private right of way with the title line of Route 1, known as “Baltimore Pike” marking the northeasterly corner of said land of “Chadds Ford Knoll” and the northwesterly corner of land of Gaetano Cozza and Glenn R. Combs: (1) south 06 degrees 46 minutes 40 seconds east 850.22 feet to an old spike; (2) by a line curving to the left having a radius of 677.29 feet and an arc length of 164.66 feet to an old spike; and (3) south 18 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds east 8.81 feet to the point of beginning; thence leaving said point of beginning and leaving the centerline of said 25 foot wide private right of way and by the centerline of said 10 foot wide private right of way and by said remaining land of the grantor herein, the following four courses and distances, to wit: (1) north 71 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds east 41.29 feet to a point; (2) north 43 degrees 51

minutes 30 seconds east 21.08 feet to a point; (3) north 42 degrees 19 minutes 00 seconds east 104.44 feet to a point; and (4) north 49 degrees 23 minutes 00 seconds east 24.86 feet to a point set for the northeasterly corner of this; thence leaving said centerline and still by said land of the grantor, south 27 degrees 50 minutes 31 seconds east 831.77 feet to a point set for the southeasterly corner of this and set in line of land of William send and set in the north right of way line of Pennsylvania railroad; thence by said land and measured along said line by a line curving to the left having a radius of 2884.85 feet and an arc length of 256.04 feet to a point set for the southwesterly corner of this and set in the centerline of said 25 foot wide private right of way; thence by said centerline the following three courses and distance to wit, measured along said land of “Chadds Ford Knoll”; (1) north 22 degrees 37 minutes 00 seconds west 625.68 feet to an old spike; (2) north 23 degrees 54 minutes 00 seconds west 96.04 feet to an old spike; and (3) north 18 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds west 63.03 feet to a point being the place of beginning.

CONTAINING 4.00 acres of land be the same more or less.

UNDER and subject to and together with the use of the above mentioned and described 25 feet wide and 10 feet wide rights of way.

COUNTY Tax Parcel #64-4-15.1 BEING known as: 305 Fairville Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317 BEING the same premises which Olivia M. Robbins, by Deed dated July 3, 2004 and recorded August 6, 2004 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County in Deed Book 6244, Page 963, granted and conveyed unto Judy Duke.

IMPROVEMENTS: residential property.

PLAINTIFF: U.S. Bank, National Association, as Trustee for CMALT Remic Series 2006-A7 c/o CitiMortgage, Inc. VS DEFENDANT: JUDY DUKE SALE ADDRESS: 305 Fairville Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: POWERS, KIRN & ASSOCIATES, , 215-942-2090 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 6p-27-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, the herein-described real estate will be sold at public sale in the Chester County Justice Center at 201 W Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 3300, West

Chester, Pennsylvania, as announced on Thursday, July 19th, 2018 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, August 20th, 2018. 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. 18-7-406 Writ of Execution No. 2015-04826 DEBT $236,796.69

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, July 19th, 2018 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, August 20th, 2018. 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. 18-7-418 Writ of Execution No. 2016-01815 DEBT $413,333.64

PROPERTY situate in the Atglen Borough, Chester County, Pennsylvania BLR# 7-5-2.2B IMPROVEMENTS thereon: residential dwelling PLAINTIFF: Santander Bank, N.A. VS DEFENDANT: CHARLES M. KASTNER SALE ADDRESS: 645 Willow Lane, Atglen, PA 19310-9719 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. Payment must be paid in cash, certified check, or money order made payable to the purchaser or “Sheriff of Chester County”. The balance must be made payable to “Sheriff of Chester County” within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 6p-27-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh,

PROPERTY situate in Township of East Marlborough TAX Parcel #TAX ID/UPI Parcel No. 61-02-0070/61-2-70 IMPROVEMENTS: a residential dwelling.

PLAINTIFF: M&T Bank VS DEFENDANT: LISA M. TETI and STEVEN P. TETI SALE ADDRESS: 313 Marlborough Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C., 215-627-1322 N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time 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 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 6p-27-3t

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