Kennett Township proposes 2025 operating budget
By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer
Kennett Township moved closer to the approval of its overall 2025 budget on Oct. 2, highlighted by an introduction to its proposed operating budget which is projected to begin the new year with $12.4 million across all funds, including $5.5 million in the general fund.
In a slide show presented
by Director Finance and Human Resources Amy Heinrich, the township has eight to ten months of general fund revenues and expenses, far greater than the Government of Finance Officers Association’s recommendation for a municipality, which is to have a minimum of two months general fund balance.
On the operating expense side, the township’s bud-
get is proposed to be $8,356,569, an eight percent increase ($633,649) from 2024. Of those top cost centers, 32 percent will be directed to the township’s Police Department, which stands at the top with an expense budget projected at $2,703,706 for next year, a 14 percent increase ($338,667) over 2024. The primary drivers for its increase will reflect a 7.3 percent increase in
its pension municipal obligation and a 7 percent overall increase in salary and benefits that include overtime, medical and dental insurance and tuition reimbursement.
The township’s contribution to the Kennett Area Fire & EMS Commission is anticipated to reflect 22 percent of the township’s anticipated costs for 2025 and see a 17-percent increase in operating expenses
next year ($260,216) to cover its capital contribution to the Commission. Currently, the township is responsible for 30.5 percent of the Commission’s entire budget. In 2025, the Commission is projecting a $500,000 increase to pay for new vehicles and equipment and another $407,000 that is expected to be designated for salary increases, the hiring of an additional truck driver and
East Marlborough Township supervisor resigns
Board is now accepting applications for the vacancy
By Monica Fragale Contributing Writer
East Marlborough Supervisors’ Chairwoman Kathryn Monahan has resigned from the board, and applications are now being accepted to fill her supervisor seat. Monahan sent township Manager Neil Lovekin an email Sept. 5 announcing her resignation “effective immediately.” The supervisors voted at their Oct. 7 meeting to accept that resignation and advertise the vacancy. Applications for her seat will be accepted until Oct.
30 at 4 p.m., and a new supervisor is expected to be announced at the board's meeting on Nov. 4. It is the second time since June that a supervisor has left the five-member board. On May 5, Eric Matuszak resigned from the board and his resignation was accepted at the June 3 meeting. Township resident John Auger was appointed at the July 1 meeting as his replacement for the remainder of Matuszak’s term which ends Jan. 2, 2026.
In her email, Monahan wrote, “Effective immediately I resign as supervisor
Unionville Community Fair returns with record attendance
By Chris Barber Contributing Writer
It is not likely that the agricultural students at Unionville High School who founded a small corn show in 1924 could have imagined what it would turn into 100 years later. Last weekend, on its centennial, the Unionville Community Fair drew thousands of visitors – the most in anyone’s memory. Those visitors appeared largely local, many of them
Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. manager seeks clarification on event applications
By Betsy Brewer Brantner Contributing Writer
Amanda Reynolds, the Oxford Mainstreet Inc. (OMI) Manager, was at a recent Oxford Borough Council meeting to question the permitting of vendors outside of OMI’s footprint for events.
This issue recently came into question when a vendor, outside of OMI’s Car Show footprint, displayed a table at the event that was
not a part of the planned activities.
“I received numerous questions regarding a person who was located outside the event,” Reynolds said. “I ask you to kindly consider the protocol for those holding events at the same time OMI is doing that.” OMI’s protocols for events include providing insurance, securing PennDOT permits on a PennDOT road, filing a special event application
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Two sisters enjoyed personalized balloons handcrafted by Ranita the Clown at New Garden Community Day, held before hundreds of families who flocked to New Garden Township Park for a full day of festivities on Oct. 5.
repairs at the Kennett Fire Department’s facility.
On the revenue growth side, Heinrich said the
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Bonnie Musser, a past president of the fair who has been serving in leadership positions for the fair for decades, called the reason for this year’s record-breaking attendance, “A perfect storm for success.”
“There were a lot of new people working, the social media was expanded, lots of vendors came and brought their friends, and, of course, the weather was perfect,” she said.
Musser was thrilled and well aware that the fair at past times has fallen victim to rainstorms and partial closings. In fact, some people, seeing the benevolent weather forecast days ahead of the event said, “Bonnie deserves this weather.”
One parking official on Saturday afternoon estimated that the parking lot with a 500-car capacity had already turned over twoand-a-half times – and that’s with many vehicles bringing in carloads of passengers.
As for how the fair has changed over time, Musser said recently that she has endeavored to keep the fair rural and true to its traditions, although some changes are inevitable.
Whereas some other fairs have succumbed to the temptation to bring in unrelated, money-producing activities, or expensive rides, Unionville Community Fair continues to reflect the personality and the likes of its community.
At the exhibit barn, which heavily features the creative achievements and agricultural productions of its constituents, including
art, needlework, cakes, corn and alfalfa things look similar year after year.
“We had 1,000 more entrants than last year,” Musser said.
Some features of the fair have come and gone, such as the barbecue dinner, the senior class students cooking hamburgers, and students having days off from school to enjoy the fair. Some of the features are missed more than others.
The major attractions of the fair seem to be more popular than ever. One is the Fair Queen Pageant.
The selection of a fair queen, at first called the Harvest Queen, begins a week before the major events of the fair begin.
True to its roots, the coronation is still held in the elementary school, which a century ago was the only Unionville school for grades one through 12.
Originally, the queen was chosen based on her entertaining ability and charm by applause. This has evolved over time into the requirement of a speech by contestants on why they love the rural life, and the decision on who wins is made by judges.
This year the queen was Katrina Wallace, and the (younger) princess was Ellyson Ansay. The alternates were Jennifer Ding and Katelynne Bell.
In a related celebration of the centennial, Musser invited back as many queens as she could find and identified them onstage one-by-one. She succeeded in getting about 20 of them, all the way back to 98-year-old Laura Case Deckman. They stood for photos twice: once in the elementary school and then again at the fair dedication ceremony on Saturday following a queen parade in antique cars.
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The fair was initially held at the Unionville school, but now it takes place on the sprawling Willowdale Steeplechase grounds along Route 926. This year, the activities took up a significant part of the acreage with scores of vendors, the car show, children’s games, entertainers, live animals, and food. Various features came along every hour, and that pleased the families. All day, every day, there were additional things to see and do.
In addition to the queen pageant, some of the events that garnered widespread and excited attention were the cow-milking contest, the Circus Incredible, the haunted house, the goats and the tractor parade.
The cow-milking contest finds the four elementary schools competing for the greatest quantity of milk achieved in 90 seconds.
This year’s winner was the Pocopson Elementary School team of teacher Aron Christopher and student Eric Ozzan. They were wildly cheered by their classmates.
When asked if he had experience milking, Ozzan said, “No. I just thought I could do it.”
Another attention-getter was the Circus Incredible.
This is an entertaining group that is presented by a threeperson team of acrobats which entertains with Lyric Wallenda, a member of the famous, tight-rope walking Wallenda family. They performed six times during the weekend to appreciative crowds with numerous acrobatics at great heights.
The haunted house is one of the new features that has been added in recent years. It is the pet project of former fair President Ed Schultz. As he described it, the process of putting the project into motion involved many complicated aspects including training the staff, securing permits, doing the construction and the storing of parts. Children were drawn to this feature and returned again and again.
One popular event that was surprising was the tractor parade on Sunday morning. People began arriving to see it immediately at opening time, and they watched and cheered friends as a large number of vehicles drove by. There were so many vehicles that the parade lasted for 30 minutes.
Finally, over the days and hours of the fair, the goats continued to give love
and attention to the visitors. They were extremely friendly and were pleased to have children and their parents pat and photograph them.
If the fair leadership con-
tinues to emphasize local creativity and agriculture, along with bringing in new ideas when they are needed, there is no stopping this beloved event from reaching a bicentennial.
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on the board of supervisors for East Marlborough.”
“She has been a mentor to me,” supervisors’ Vice Chairwoman Ellen Sosangelis said at the meeting. “It has been my pleasure to work with Kathryn.”
Sosangelis said Monahan worked closely with Lovekin and the rest of the staff “to accomplish the following for the good of the community – raising public workers’ salaries … developing a capital improvement plan, promoting better transparency with township finances.”
“Well said,” Supervisor John Sarro commented. “I think it’s spoken for all of us.”
Interested residents can check out the township website at www.eastmarlborough.org for more information.
Eric Ozzan and teacher Aron Christopher coax a cup of milk from their cow.
Circus Incredible featured acrobats performing amazing tricks of balance in the air.
The Fair Queen Pageant concluded with winners Katrina Wallace and Ellyson Ansay seated, and alternates Jennifer Ding, left, and Katelynne Bell, right.
All photos by Chris Barber People arose early and in great numbers to see the tractors on Sunday morning.
The fair queens from the past arrived on the scene and posed for photos.
The haunted house was created by Ed Schultz and is extremely popular.
Aubrie shows her affection for one of the goats, and that affection appears returned.
The car show drew owners of antique vehicles, and some of them drove the queens to the stage in a parade.
The 2024 Unionville Community Fair is
By Chris Barber Contributing Writer
The Unionville Community Fair, during its centennial year, bestowed its 2024 dedication to late Chester County Press publisher Randall Lieberman at a ceremony on Saturday.
He was praised by former Fair President and lifetime “Grand Dame” Bonnie Musser for his support not only for the fair, but for many events in the community.
She said Randy was so enthusiastic about the fair that he provided the annual catalog and its production at no cost to the fair.
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township forecasts a general fund revenue of $8.6 million, a nine percent decrease from the 2024 budget, with earned income tax and real estate taxes expected to make up 83 percent of the township’s recurring revenue in 2025. Broken down, the current 3.5 mill tax provides $2.8 million in real estate tax income to the township, at an assessed
Musser said that Randy’s enthusiasm and love for the Unionville Community Fair and the Kennett Square Mushroom Festival were obvious. He loved being a part of both events.
Randy’s family was on hand for the presentation at the Willowdale Steeplechase grounds. As part of the presentation, a scholarship in Randy’s memory was awarded.
Musser said Lieberman never sought attention about his public service.
“He’s probably looking down now and saying, ‘Why are you making such big fuss over this?’” she said.
Lieberman died in December of 2023 after a brief and unexpected
average of $761 per township household per year.
In looking at what the township proposes to spend in its 2025 operating budget, “it does not include any tax increases,” Heinrich said. Yet, if in fact the township were to consider a tax increase, it would likely be one-tenth of one mill – a 2.86 percent increase – which is below inflation.
The 2025 budget, Heinrich said, does not include the $872,000 the township received from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The account,
memory of Randy Lieberman
illness.
On hand for the fair ceremony were Randy’s wife, Amy, his son Stone, his daughter, Avery and two granddaughters, Violet and Josephine.
Also speaking at the ceremony was State Rep. Christina Sappey, D-158, of West Bradford. She presented Musser with citations from the State House of Representatives and the U.S. House of Representatives.
The Lieberman dedication was followed by an assemblage of former fair queens on the stage, going as far back as 1940 Queen Laura Case Deckman, who lined up with many who followed in the years after.
which now holds $961,719 that reflects growth from interest, was intended to utilize the grant funds for improvements to the township’s wastewater sewer collection system; specifically, the expansion of the Rosedale Road Pump Station and the force main that extends from that pump station into the Borough of Kennett Square. The project is estimated at $552,000, leaving several hundred thousand dollars that can be used to pay for other projects. The board authorized that the remaining funds will be designated
toward the purchase of a new woodchipper, estimated at $126,000; three new panels at the Ashford sewer station ($40,000); a new sewer utility truck ($144,000); a new loader, priced at $224,000; and various other projects, priced at a total between $128,000 and $140,000.
“We are in a strong financial position,” Heinrich said. “We have worked really hard over the last five years to get us to this place and preserve it. We have had to make tough decisions all along to balance the right amount of
what to depart with and what to save. All of that looks at the long run and making sure we’re in a solid financial position.
Next year’s Kennett Township budget will continue to be discussed at the Board of Supervisors’ Oct. 16 and Nov. 6 public meetings and is expected to be approved by the supervisors at the board’s Dec. 4 public meeting or on Dec. 18, if needed.
To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.
“I really feel good about where we are, and if you’ve been listening to me for the past few years, you now that it’s been a busy and challenging few years, and we’ve gotten to the point where we can say were moving in a good direction with our Fire and Ambulance services. Our police force is well equipped and fully staffed now and our Public Works team has been enhanced with equipment and employees and is taking on some great projects, and we have a strong administration to support these teams.”
Photo by Chris Barber
Randall Lieberman’s family stands by as Bonnie Musser, a longtime leader of the Unionville Community Fair, announced that the 2024 fair was being dedicated in his memory. Pictured from left are Musser at the microphone, Stone Lieberman, Amy Lieberman, and Avery Eaton, with Josephine and Violet Eaton in front.
relief...
supplies for the flight relief.
On Oct. 1, Martin organized a pilots’ meeting to coordinate how the airport would begin to transport the donated supplies.
by Richard L. Gaw
Members of the Upland Country Day School Hockey Team were among the many community volunteers who assisted in the effort of separating and stacking 22,000 pounds of items that were donated by the community to the victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.
On Oct. 2, under the guid-
“We began to look at ways to help the effort and put a team of aviators together who would want to assist in the effort to fly down to North Carolina,” Martin said. “Asheville Airport would have been the ideal location to fly into given that it was in the center of the devastation. However, they were using that airport for search and rescue, and there was no electricity, no fuel available and services were limited, so the last thing I wanted to do was fly a team of pilots into an already congested airspace.”
ance of Martin and staffers
Tami Gagnon, Nicholas Hunter, Connor Stewart
Thank you.
The following pilots participated in Operation November 57-NC that delivered over 22,000 pounds of relief supplies to the victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina from the New Garden Flying Field, from Oct. 2-4.
Richard Ballie
Tony Borda
Adam Cieslak
Joe Czachorowski
Carmen Dimario
Jim Durborow
Don Eisele
Chad Fenstermacher
Matt Giordano
Charlie Graef
Paul Haggerty
Robert Huxster
Jon Martin
John Mazure
Harold McCanick
Craig Ross
Bill Seligman
Steve Settlemyre
Harry Sweglberger
Julian Thomas Law Wright
and longtime Flight School Director Court Dunn, the first flight was filled with 800 pounds of supplies and took off from New Garden Flying Field, piloted by Steve Settlemyre and destined for the Raleigh Executive Airport, southwest of Raleigh-Durham, N.C. When each of the pilots landed, they were met by representatives from Elite Destination Services who are spearheading efforts to get supplies directly to the communities hardest hit during the hurricane. It was called Operation
November 57-NC – a threeday effort that involved 21 pilots – and when the last plane landed back in New Garden on Oct. 4, the relief effort had delivered 22,000 pounds – 11 tons – of supplies.
New Garden Township Supervisor Steve Allaband said that the effort involved transporting back crated animals who were caught in the storm, who will then be transported to a rescue shelter in New Jersey.
“Once Jon put the message out there, entire groups of people went out to their local Walmart and dropped off supplies,” Dunn said.
“This was just an idea that began last weekend that Jon brought to us and the pieces have slowly begun to come into place,” Allaband said. “I am amazed at how the community has pulled together. The people park their car, walk into the airport and ask us, ‘How can we help? What else do need?’”
“All they needed was someone to say, ‘Let’s do this,’ and then they all came out of the woodwork to provide help. Jon has always had a vision about what he wants the airport to become in terms of its relationship to the community. He sees this unbelievable scenario out in front of him and he works his tail end off to make it happen, and he surrounds himself with good people.”
“The level of effort on behalf of our pilots and volunteers was incredible in such a short period of time,” Martin said. “I think what we proved last week was the power of the community that we live in. Not only did they make thousands of pounds of donations, they also contributed thousands of dollars for fuel reimbursements that enabled the pilots to get down to North Carolina. It also demonstrated the strength of a local airport to have this asset in New Garden Township and be able to support communities in another state.”
For two dozen young volunteers, their experience stacking boxes of supplies proved to be a valuable life lesson.
“These efforts by our boy’s hockey team ties into our Living Kindness program, a service-learning program that was started a few years back at Upland with the help of Nancy Pia Foundation,” said Liam Gallagher, head of school at Upland Country Day School, who oversaw the team’s volunteerism on Oct. 1. “Upland has a longstanding tradition of service in the community and more recently, we have been trying to build more intentional opportunities and this one sort of came to us at the last minute.
“Upland’s four founding pillars of education are arts, academics, athletics and attitude, and part of that attitude piece is encouraging young people to develop a strong sense of character. Service-learning has a lot to do with that and so when we talk about service-learning, we talk about empathy and perspective. In this particular opportunity, the ability for our young boys on the hockey team to gain some perspective on what others are going through is really powerful.”
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To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, email rgaw@chestercounty.com.
Photo by Jon Martin
The first of what would become 21 flights prepares for loading and take-off from the New Garden Flying Field on Oct. 1, as part of a relief effort the Flying Field organized for the residents of Asheville, N.C. who suffered severe devastation during Hurricane Helene.
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with the borough, preparing a traffic management plan, ensuring fire lanes are clearly denoted, providing for and paying for police services and other items as noted in the ordinance.
Council President Kathryn Cloyd explained, “We are working with our solicitor to add possible amendments to our ordinance that currently covers this. It will take a month or two to complete that process.”
Oxford Borough Solicitor Stacey Fuller added, “We are looking at the ordinance to review it regarding safety and how many events can happen the same day.” Reynolds said, “When we apply for an event application, we do it months ahead of time. We want to be made aware of others holding an event at the same time we are.”
It was stressed that OMI was not present at the meeting when the event application was approved.
Donna Marchand said that when the borough approves a special event application for an organization like OMI in the future, it would be a good idea to then notify OMI or any other organization about other events taking place on the same day.
“That’s just common courtesy,” Marchand said. Fuller replied, “We will look at that.”
Chris Grove, the executive director for the Oxford
Chamber of Commerce
said, “It is my understanding that the person that got that approval is already approved for two other events.”
Fuller confirmed that that was correct.
Council member Peggy Ann Russell said, “Everyone realizes there is a glitch in our system with the current ordinance. I have faith and trust that our solicitor will pull this together.”
“We were blindsided by this,” Reynolds said. “It did cause some confusion.”
“Going forward everyone will receive copies of the new ordinance,” Russell said.
This item and relevant ordinances will be looked at in the future and amended as needed.
Borough resident Dan Graham asked council if vendors at OMI First Friday events paid a fee.
Council members confirmed that vendors do pay events unless they are a non-profit.
Sherry Graham extended her thanks to the Oxford Police Department and Oxford Public Works employees when power lines were downed near her home.
“The road was quickly closed and taken care of,” she said.
Police Chief Sam Iacono explained that, unfortunately, no police test had been given to potential job candidates, as planned, due to multiple circumstances.
Iacono also talked about the shooting on Sept. 10 in the 200 block of S. 4th Street. He said it was a
dispute between two groups and that the parties involved are known to the police.
Mayor Phil Harris said that the September 11 monument dedication was held at the Oxford Memorial Park.
Fuller updated council on the dedication of Sycamore Crossing.
“I met with Sycamore’s attorney and the goal is to have everything required for dedication completed soon,” she said.
The following motions were approved by borough council:
• A Spotts, Stevens, and McCoy recommendation for escrow release #6 (Final) for $24,835 for Damico Land Development at 703 Lincoln Street.
• A motion to authorize advertising of an ordinance regarding chapter 19, Stormwater Management. Fuller explained, “We are a bit late in adopting this ordinance. We have incorporated all the required changes. The borough is mandated to adopt the ordinance or make something more stringent. We are the last in the county to adopt this.”
• A HARB Certificate of Appropriateness application for 64 Pine Street.
• HARB Certificate of Appropriateness application for 209 E. Locust Street.
• A certificate for payment and application for the work on Hodgson Street and 8th Street in the amount of $134,295.58.
• A letter of support for Lincoln University for their application for the NTIA Digital Equity Competitive Grant.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Register to vote… and then vote
In Pennsylvania, Oct. 21, 2024 is the last day to register to vote before the Nov. 5, 2024 election.
We encourage anyone who is eligible to cast a ballot in the upcoming election to register to vote if they haven’t already done so—and then go out to vote on Election Day.
In a democracy, every vote counts, and voting isn’t just a right—it’s a responsibility, and it’s a responsibility that we should all take seriously.
We’re now less than four weeks away from a momentous U.S. presidential election. If you live in Pennsylvania, which is considered perhaps the most critical swing state during this election cycle, you might have seen or heard an ad or two about the presidential contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Or, to be more accurate, you’ve probably seen a million commercials and ads.
Free and fair elections are a cornerstone of our democracy, and we’d all be much better off if more of us participated in elections—and by doing so, held elected officials accountable for their job performance, their decisions, and their actions.
Voting for the presidential candidate whose policies best reflect your own vision and hopes for the future helps ensure that that vision gets realized.
The president’s duties include appointing Supreme Court justices, signing or vetoing legislation, and serving as the Commander-in-Chief of the military. The president helps set a tone for the entire country. Who you vote for in a presidential election is an important expression of your priorities and values.
Some of us might believe that our votes don’t matter. That’s not true. Every vote matters. Some elections, especially local ones, have been decided by just a few votes, and sometimes just a single vote makes a difference. Plus, we all care about the economy, health care, schools, public safety and other important issues at the national, state, and local level. That means that we all have something at stake when it comes to the outcomes on Election Day.
In addition to the presidential race, there is also a crucial U.S. Senate race between incumbent Bob Casey and Republican challenger Dave McCormick. U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan is being challenged by Republican Neil Young. State-wide races include contests for Attorney General, Auditor General, and Treasurer.
In more local contests, State Rep. John Lawrence, a Republican, is being challenged by Democrat Cristian Luna in the 13th legislative district. In the 158th District, Christina Sappey, a Democrat, is being challenged by Republican Tim Ayala. State Rep. Dan Williams, a Democrat, is being challenged by Republican Dale Hensel in the 7th District. In the 160th District, Craig Williams, a Republican, is being challenged by Democrat Elizabeth Moro.
In State Senate contests, John Kane, a Democrat from the 9th District, is being challenged by Mike Woodin, and incumbent Democrat Carolyn Comitta, who represents the 19th District, is being challenged by Republican Duane Milne.
Voting is important. It’s a way to honor our history as a democracy. Many people have fought and sacrificed to earn and protect our right to vote. Voting is also a way to bring about change that we want to see—to make a difference in the world around us.
So make sure that you’re registered to vote, and then make sure to carry out your civic duty on Election Day.
Why local journalism matters
By William M. Cotter President & CEO Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association
I kick off every morning by checking the local and regional sports scores in a newsletter emailed to my smartphone by my hometown newspaper. I then scroll through a feed of breaking news.
This information matters to my family and me. It is a compilation of Pittsburgharea news I cannot get anywhere else.
But it’s not just about my relationship with local journalism. It is about yours.
While I’m filling up on the news of western Pennsylvania, Luzerne County residents are learning more about a home-rule charter and Philadelphians are reading about the death of a beloved Villanova law professor. At the same time, Altoona-area news consumers scan the local marriage licenses, absorb the news from the Friday night high school football games, and get details on the city’s five-year, multimillion-dollar capital budget proposal. It’s a scenario repeated in Towanda, Waynesburg, Lancaster, Butler and communities across Pennsylvania every day.
The news so vital to the lives of all Pennsylvanians
comes to us the way we want to get it -- via smartphones, laptops or in print – from the local newspapers and/or digital news outlets that know our communities best.
National Newspaper Week, celebrated this year from Oct. 6-12, reminds us of the pivotal role local journalism plays nationwide and, in our case, in the Pennsylvania communities where we pursue our livelihoods and rear our families.
Pennsylvanians like me expect, want and need local news coverage that will help us make informed decisions and improve the quality of our lives. In just the past week, more than 6 in 10 Pennsylvania adults read a print or digital newspaper or visited a newspaper website.
That is a big reason newspapers must continue to run public notices in print, as required by Pennsylvania law. Taking this role seriously, newspapers also publish notices on their websites, in front of paywalls, and in electronic editions for maximum transparency. The Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association goes a step further to reach the largest number of residents by managing a statewide site, www.publicnoticepa. com, at no additional cost
to taxpayers. These public notices ensure that we can participate in the government decision-making process – think school closures, higher tax proposals and zoning changes ‒ before government takes action.
News we get from local journalism makes our lives better by informing our decisions – when we cast a vote, make a purchase, try to avoid roadwork, or want to support a fire house fundraiser. Through local news media, we connect with one another over a shared interest in issues rooted in our neighboring back yards via investigative reports, letters to the editor, podcasts, videos and events such as community forums.
Local news media are essential to a robust Main Street economy. They hire our neighbors. They pay taxes. They and their employees donate money and volunteer hours within the boroughs, cities and townships they serve. They are watchdogs that champion transparent, accessible and accountable government. These news media outlets are trusted community members who connect people and their concerns.
In this and every election year, local news media out-
lets provide voters with the information they need to make decisions about the candidates who want their support. Journalists report on the issues affecting their readership, not to mention election basics such as how to register and where to find rides to the polls. Local news media are at the root of our communities. They inform, connect and inspire us.
I believe that is something to celebrate, not only during National Newspaper Week, but every week of the year.
The Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association is the official trade association representing print, digital and news media-related members statewide. PNA’s mission is to advance the business interests of Pennsylvania news media organizations and promote a free and independent press. PNA is based in Harrisburg.
House Republicans announce package to tackle crime in Pa.
The Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus members will be introducing a package of bills to tackle the effects of the national crime crisis in Pennsylvania.
“We know from the statistics, but more importantly the experience and news stories, that crime—including violent crime—in our communities is out of control,” said House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) at a recent press conference announcing the legislative package.
“From rural to urban Pennsylvania, no community has been spared from the crime crisis. It has exhausted police and prosecutors. It has exhausted local and state resources and it has exhausted our patience,” Cutler added.
The legislative package unveiled by House Republicans will take a four-pillared approach to tackling crime and vio-
lent crime in Pennsylvania with focuses on prevention, policing, prosecution and punishment.
Lawmakers focused on the prevention pillar of the package with legislation sponsored by Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/ Chester) and Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny).
These prevention bills will emapower communities and neighborhoods with the ability to spot and prevent crime with their own resources and new legal structures.
Legislation sponsored by Williams will establish an advisory committee at the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency to promote the organization and operation of community crime stopper programs, identify and direct funding for rewards, and share best practices across the state for all the programs to benefit.
“My legislation is about
empowering communities to safely and anonymously help solve crimes,” said Williams. “By supporting independent crime stopper programs, we can ensure that tipsters feel secure in providing critical information without fear of retaliation. Retail theft and other crimes drive up costs for businesses, which pass those losses onto consumers through higher prices, further exacerbating inflation.
Establishing an advisory committee will help standardize these programs across Pennsylvania, making them more effective in keeping our neighborhoods safe. As we confront the challenges of rising crime, inflation, and the impact of illegal immigration, this legislation is one step toward restoring security and stability in our communities.”
Legislation sponsored by Gaydos will create a framework for communities to organize their own
neighborhood watch programs with the support and assistance of local law enforcement. Law enforcement programs will provide volunteers with training in what behavior to report to law enforcement, how to avoid bias and safety measures participants can take.
“My legislation would authorize and expand neighborhood watch programs and addresses the critical issue of determining bail for violent offenders,” said Gaydos. “These bills represent a comprehensive approach to addressing crime in Pennsylvania. While some forms of crime are down significantly, others are increasing. By empowering communities to help prevent crime before it happens and prioritizing public safety when determining bail for violent offenders, we can begin to restore a sense of safety and security for all Pennsylvanians.”
Anti-human trafficking program takes place on Oct. 19
ACE (Advocating, Collaborating, Educating) Anti-Human Trafficking Alliance of Oxford will host a presentation by Tracy E. McFadien, MSN, RN, CEN on Saturday, Oct. 19. At the program, which
begins at 9 a.m., McFadien will address human trafficking educational issues. She currently works to expand this initiative to fellow nurses and community through her role in the emergency department and speaking engagements.
All are invited to attend to learn more to keep our community safe. ACE meets at the Oxford Senior Center, 12 East Locust Street, Oxford. Refreshments provided at 9 a.m., and the presentation will begin at 9:15 a.m. All are welcome.
Courtesy photo
William M. Cotter
Oxford Feed and Lumber brings the farm to the community
By JP Phillips Contributing Writer
There was no shortage of things to do on Friday, Oct. 4, as Oxford Feed and Lumber hosted their annual petting zoo on the same day as First Friday festivities. Chickens, pigs, rabbits, baby goats, a pony and a donkey greeted community members who stopped by to see, pet, and take pictures with the animals.
Oxford Feed and Lumber manager Alicia McGarvey, outside sales manager Lindsey Drennen, and Brandywine Ace Pet and Farm manager Lauren Bonhert are sisters and work together to plan events that are held here and at the Brandywine store in Pocopson. McGarvey explained that the petting zoo is likely their most popular event. Since many residents do not have the opportunity to see farm animals up close, they bring the farm to the towns once a year.
“It's just something that we like to do for the community,” she said.
McGarvey said that longtime customer Meredith Clark helps make it a success by bringing many of the animals. She owns Finish Line Farm, which offers horseback riding lessons in Rising Sun, Md.
“I have a farm, but I’m also a science teacher. That’s my excuse to have all these animals,” McGarvey said of Clark.
“She's been a part of the annual event for many years, and this time she brought the rabbit, pony, donkey, and pigs.”
McGarvey said that the baby goats are a definite highlight. While the other larger animals are viewed from outside of their cor-
rals, people can enter and share the space with the goats. The goats wear diapers held on with colorful suspenders to keep things nice and tidy. They are very tame and seem to enjoy all the attention.
Ava Eisenhower, who works at the store, brought several varieties of her chickens from home and encouraged the children to pet the one she held in her hands.
“She’s not going to peck you, I promise,” she said as some children curiously looked on.
Oxford Area High School’s chapter of the FAA – formerly known as the Future Farmers of America – was there in full
force. President Arionna Cacciavillano made it clear that the club’s name is a bit of a misnomer.
“We’re not just farmers, and we’re trying to promote that idea that we’re not just farmers,” she said. “I want to become a veterinarian, while others want to be teachers. That’s the main point we would like to bring out.
“The FAA is a group that promotes student leadership and agricultural advocacy. So, we do a lot with Oxford Feed and Lumber since they’re a major source of agricultural supplies in our area.”
They had coloring papers and crayons available as well as a small pool stocked
with dried corn and sand toys that were very popular with the youngest attendees. They also had many educational handouts on animals.
Larry Drennen, coowner of this store, the Brandywine Ace Hardware, and Pets and Friends in Jennersville, was content to watch the crowd from the sidelines and let his three daughters run the show. When his grandfather bought into the Oxford Grain and Hay Company business in 1919, local farmers used the location to transport their grain to Philadelphia and Baltimore and, in turn, pick up coal, lumber, and other needed farm supplies
here. He said that the retail store was in a small section of the building. Times changed, the area became more residential, and the current retail store was built in 2000, just to the right of the old historic structure dating from 1880.
He said that his grandkids are frequently in the store, and one day –with any luck – they’ll be the family’s 5th generation managers. The store offers a full calendar of events throughout the year to keep residents engaged. Halloween events include a “Build your own Scarecrow” contest, and they are a sponsor of Oxford’s Oct. 24 parade (rain date is Oct. 25). Low-cost pet vaccina-
tions are held monthly, as is “Tails and Tales” story time. Economical pet nail clipping and ear cleanings are held twice per month, and Nov. 21 is their annual Customer Appreciation Day where almost everything is 20 percent off. It takes quite a bit of coordination and preparation to bring the petting zoo to the store every year, but McGarvey feels the hard work is worth it. “It’s our way of saying thank you to our customers, our community – our friends,” she said. Follow Oxford Feed and Lumber Facebook to learn about upcoming events. They are located at 112 Railroad Ave in Oxford.
Kennett Brewfest draws its latest capacity crowd
By Caroline Roosevelt Contributing Writer
By the time the Kennett Brewfest rolls around, it’s usually time for those autumnal flavors and
heavier styles of beers such as your spicy blends and your stouts, and if you’re not a purist, maybe a pumpkin flavored something will slip onto the roster.
This past Saturday faithfully marked the 27th year of the beloved Kennett tradition, and the warm, sunny weather beckoned the last vestiges of summer flavors. Crossing over the tracks by Kennett High School, one can experience a birds’ eye view of the crowd amassed at the new Kennett Borough building at 600 South Broad Street. The menu of nearly 80 mostly local breweries attracted a veritable swarm of attendees ranging from groups of younger enthusiasts to connoisseurs, and then people like yours truly – a fair weather beer drinker tasked with the arduous chore of indulging in tasty ales and food truck fare for the sake of my role as an arts and features writer for the Chester County Press Quelle domage. Upon entering the event, I received a little mini stein emblazoned with the Kennett Brewfest logo, which was where all the unlimited (within reason) pours go. Before heading to sample heaven, however, I ordered from the Asian fusion food truck, Koi on the Go, and I highly
recommend the fish tacos, which were served street taco style with pankobattered cod backed with a delicious orange mayo sauce. Next came my afternoon with the beers. Several vendors featured their version of an Oktoberfest or other autumnal variants, and despite the 80-degree weather, I started with Cartesian’s Harvestfest - a festbier, which for those of you not in the know
(and I wasn’t), a festbier is a weisn, which is a pale German lager often on tap at your local Oktoberfest. Cartesian, a Philadelphiabased brewery, had a nice offering of the festbier which was floral, not too heavy, and a great start to the event.
Next, I sauntered over to Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company – a vendor at the Kennett Brewfest since 2017 –for their Grizzly Grisette.
This ale was pink – and it turned heads. This sour wheat ale intrigued me based on its the description on the placard at their tent. Grizzly Grisette was my winner; packed with notes of peppercorn, blackberry and allspice, this one kept me in summer mode as I walked away with my tart and not too sweet sour wheat ale.
So, there I was, checking off the varieties I wanted
Employee Ava Eisenhower introduces her chickens to curious children.
Oxford High School’s FFA Club. President Arionna Cacciavillano is in the center.
Valerie Marzulli and 10-year-old Adriana Vinciguerra in the baby goat corral.
Oxford Feed and Lumber manager Alicia McGarvey, outside sales manager Lindsey Drennen, and Brandywine Brandywine Ace Pet and Farm manager Lauren Bonhert are pictured at the event.
Photos by JP Phillips Sally Flockerzi enjoyed petting the donkey. Meredith Clark and her pony, Oreo. Many of the animals at the petting zoo were from her farm.
FFA’s “corn pool” was a big hit with the younger set.
Photos by Richard L. Gaw
Just one of the hundreds of groups who came to the Brewfest to enjoy a day filled with camaraderie.
Danielle and John Barbone from Stolen Cider in Exton
were one of 80 vendors at the festival.
DOROTHY SHILLING
CARL-MICHAEL STASCHEN
Dorothy Shilling, a longtime resident of Chester County, passed away of natural causes on Oct. 3, 2024. She was 94. She was born on City Island, New York in 1929, the daughter of Martin and Beatrice Snyder. She grew up in Chatham, N.J. with her twin sister Ruth, and she graduated from Chatham High School. She then attended Cazenovia College in Cazenovia, N.Y.
She met and married her loving husband, Abbott after World War II and had two wonderful children, Mark and Sandra. Abbott preceded her in death in 1998.
Dorothy enjoyed decorating her house, antique shopping, entertaining friends and walks through Longwood Gardens. She was a volunteer at the Chester County Hospital for many years and also the Winterthur Museum.
Dorothy is survived by her children Mark (Agatha) and Sandra (Richard), two grandchildren, Margaret and Christie and two great grandchildren, Emmett and Cora.
She will be greatly missed.
Her service and burial will be private.
In Lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Willow Tree Hospice, Amedisys Foundation, 3854 American Way, Suite A, with ATTN. to Willow Tree Hospice of KSQ, Baton Rouge, La. 70816.
Arrangements are being handled by the Foulk Funeral Home in West Grove.
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. CarlMichael Staschen, who died on Sept. 16, 2024. He was 76. He was the beloved husband of Ursula Staschen and the cherished father of Marius Staschen (Renée) and Julia Staschen (Alper), as well as the adoring grandfather of Sophia. He also leaves his loving family in Germany, Rosemarie and Heinz Steudle.
Born in 1947 in Rostock, Germany, Mike was the son of Georg Staschen and Marie Stöckmann Staschen. He was an outstanding physician-scientist who made great contributions to the field of medicine, and a man of deep compassion and kindness. He was also a gifted musician, playing the piano since he was young and composing and arranging beautiful melodies that filled the home with joy and music.
To commemorate his life and share cherished memories, a private service was held on Sept. 20 at the Kuzo Funeral Home in Kennett Square.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions in Mike’s name to be made to the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research (https:// lustgarten.org).
Arrangements are being handled by Kuzo Funeral Home of Kennett Square.
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East Marlborough Township officials discuss rising fire and EMS costs
By Monica Fragale Contributing Writer
The East Marlborough Township Board of Supervisors has invited the new administrator of the Kennett Fire and EMS Regional Commission to attend their next budget meeting and explain how the township’s fire and EMS contribution is used.
The meeting will be Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
“We asked them to explain what the 2025 contribution of $1.4 million is going for, and what is the breakdown,” East Marlborough Township Manager Neil Lovekin said at a township budget work
session on Oct. 2.
The commission named Kennett Township Manager Alison S. Dobbins as the administrator at its September meeting. The commission comprises the three fire companies in the area – Longwood, Kennett, and Po-Mar-Lin – as well as five townships – East Marlborough, Kennett, Pennsbury, Pocopson, and Newlin.
Annual township contributions are based on factors like number of calls within the borders, population, and assessed values. According to Lovekin, East Marlborough has the second-highest contribution behind Kennett Township.
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“Alison being in place now is going to help,” said East Marlborough Supervisor John Auger. “Our frustration has been what is behind the wall.”
The East Marlborough supervisors are talking about increasing the fire tax by 2 mills to help cover the township’s estimated 2025 contribution of $1.4 million. A mill is $1 for every $1,000 of assessed value.
The estimated total township millage of 4.183, which does not take into account a proposed increase of the township’s general real estate tax, would cover East Marlborough’s 2025 obligation but nothing else, according to Lovekin.
MAX GARLAND PENNINGTON, JR.
Max Garland Pennington, Jr., of Avondale, passed away while at home on Sept. 23, 2024.
Born in West Chester, Max was the son of Max Garland Pennington, Sr., and Pauletta Sissy Vanore Pennington.
Following graduation from Kennett High School, Max served in the U.S. Air Force. Max worked as a security guard for Modern Mushroom Farms in Toughkenamon.
Max loved music and football. He was a huge fan of the Eagles but was an even bigger fan of his family. He loved his daughters deeply and was an extremely proud Pop Pop to his grandchildren. Though he was admittedly ornery from time to time, he had a great sense of humor and easily made others laugh.
Max is survived by his daughters, Stephanie Marie Fischer (A.J.) and Nicole Lynne Pennington (Brian Gartside); his sister, Roberta Melendez (Marvin); grandchildren, Skylar, Aydin, Amira, Royan, Dane, Azalea and Juniper; a niece, Katlyn; and a nephew, Geoffrey.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Max’s memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation by visiting https://www.kidney.org/ or by calling (212) 889-2210.
Arrangements are being handled by Kuzo Funeral Home of Kennett Square.
“As of today, at 4.183 (mills) to increase fire and EMS to meet the minimum obligations,” Lovekin said. “It does not take us into the future.”
He explained that in East Marlborough, the EMS tax is allowed to go up to 0.5 mills, which is where it is currently. The fire tax could be increased by another mill, but any other increases would first need to be approved by public referendum.
The proposed budget could call for an increase in
the fire protection tax from 0.675 to 2.25 mills, and in the EMS tax from 0.075 to 0.54 mills, according to Lovekin.
Gabby Ratliff, the community relations director for Longwood Fire Company, said crises in staffing and funding have hit the three fire companies in the commission hard. It is a crisis being felt across Pennsylvania, she said.
“Halfway through the year we’re losing employees because everyone is struggling with staffing in fire,”
she said. “Everyone is competing over the same people, and we had to do a wage adjustment too. Inflation is hitting everything.”
She added that donations have been impacted as well.
“Even our donations have not been what they were,” she said. “Now they’re giving less in donations. We have put a lot of our reserves in to keeping operations going to the point where we don’t have those anymore.”
The next meeting of the fire commission was Tuesday, Oct. 8.
Simmons elected to Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union board
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union (FMFCU) announced the election of Chester Springs resident Paige Simmons to its board of directors.
Simmons is an attorney with nearly 15 years of experience and currently a magisterial district judge in Chester County.
“Paige is a renowned corporate attorney and an esteemed member of the Pennsylvania Judiciary,” said President and CEO Michael B. Magnavita, CPA. “FMFCU is honored to have her join our distinguished, all-volunteer board of directors.”
Simmons is active in her community and passionate about empowering women and children. She previously served on the FMFCU Chester County Advisory Board and presently serves on the Downingtown Area School District Advisory Board.
“I am excited to join the FMFCU board of directors,” noted Simmons. “FMFCU possesses a rich history of serving members and I look forward contributing to our bright future.”
Simmons earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from Adelphi University, a juris doctor
Courtesy photo Paige Simmons
from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, and a master’s degree in public management from John Hopkins University.
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Morton Earl Silman aka Morton E. Silman aka Morton Silman aka Morton Earl Silberman, Deceased. Late of East Goshen Twp., PA. Letters Testamentary on the above estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons having claims against or indebted to the estate should make claims known or forward payment to, Hillard Silman and Heather Rayle, Executors, c/o John R. Lundy, Esq., Lundy Beldecos & Milby, PC, 450 N. Narberth Ave. Suite 200, Narberth, PA 19072. 9p-25-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Abhi V. Shah, Late of West Chester, Birmingham Township, 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 Sutthida Shah of 643 Jaeger Circle, West Chester, PA , Executor, Or Attorney: Marta M. Dybowski, Esq., The Marta Firm, 726 Yorklyn Rd., Ste. 300, Hockessin, DE 19707. 9p-25-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Carole A. Steller , Deceased. Late of Kennett Square, PA. Letters Testamentary on the above estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons having claims against or indebted to the estate should make claims known or forward payment to, William S. Steller, Executor, 111 Gideon Drive, Kennett Square, PA 19348 or Attorney: Kevin A. Pollock, Esquire, 100 Federal City Road, Suite C-104, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648, (609) 818-1555 9p-25-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE OF RACHEL DIANA REEVES a/k/a RACHEL DIANA REEVES-BLEVINS, DECEASED. Late of Lower Oxford Township, 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 CHARLES BLEVINS, ADMINISTRATOR, 277 Bethel Rd., Oxford, PA 19363, Or to his Attorney: ANITA M. D’AMICO, D’AMICO LAW, P.C. , 65 S. Third St., Oxford, PA 19363
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ESTATE NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted to Estace K. Walters, Executor for the Estate of Donald K. Walters, whose last address was Elk Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania. Any person having a claim to this Estate is asked to make same c/o R. Samuel McMichael, Esquire, P.O. Box 296, Oxford, PA 19363. 10p-2-3t
ESTATE NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted to Kara L. Patti, Executrix for the Estate of Geraldine McGuigan, whose last address was Kennett Square, Chester County, Pennsylvania.
All persons having claims or demands against the Estate of said decedent are requested to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Kara Patti, C/O George S. Donze, Esquire, Donze & Donze, 696 Unionville Rd. Suite 6, Kennett Square, pa 19348
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ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Theresa J McCausland, Late of Downingtown, 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 Matthew A. McCausland, Executor, 401 Fairview Dr., Glenmoore, PA 19343
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ESTATE NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary have been granted to Charles A. Brown, Executor for the Estate of Linda A. Brown, whose last address was West Nottingham Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania. Any person having a claim to this Estate is asked to make same c/o R. Samuel McMichael, Esquire, P.O. Box 296, Oxford, PA 19363.
NOTICE
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The Supervisors of Penn Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania have prepared the proposed budget for 2025. This budget will be available for public review beginning on October 14, 2024 at the Penn Township Municipal Building. The proposed budget will be adopted on November 19, 2024 at the Penn Township Municipal Building, 260 Lewis Road, West Grove, PA 19390. Caitlin A. Ianni, Township Secretary
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NON-PROFIT INCORPORATION
NOTICE
Center for Performing and Fine Arts Parents Association, 211 Carter Dr Suite C, West Chester, PA 19382 has been incorporated under the provisions of the Pennsylvania Nonprofit Corporation Law of 1988, as amended. The intent to incorporate as a Non-Profit Corporation was filed by: Julie Gamble, 159 Crum Creek Drive Woodlyn, PA, 19094.
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NOTICE OF DISSOULTION
Pursuant to the requirements of section 1975 of the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law of 1988, notice is hereby given that H.L. Yerkes and Sons, Inc., is currently in the process of voluntarily dissolving.
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Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/ chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, October 17 th, 2024 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, November 18th , 2024. 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. 24-10-282 Writ of Execution No. 2012-12928
DEBT $319,680.25
Property situate in the TOWNSHIP OF LONDON GROVE, CHESTER County, Pennsylvania, being
UPI # 59-8-674
IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential dwelling
PLAINTIFF: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A VS DEFENDANT: MICHELLE BOYD
SALE ADDRESS: 853 Easkey Lane, Avondale, PA 19311
PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC, 844856-6646
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets. KEVIN D. DYKES, SHERIFF
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Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/ chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, October 17 th, 2024 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, November 18th , 2024. 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. 24-10-283 Writ of Execution No. 2022-07359
DEBT $173,419.16
All that certain or parcel or Tract of land situate in the Township of East Nottingham, Chester County, Pennsylvania, and being known as 122 W. Sherwood Drive, Oxford, Pennsylvania 19363.
Tax Parcel # 69-9-11.7
PLAINTIFF: OCWEN LOAN ACQUISTION TRUST 2023HB1 VS DEFENDANT: Christopher Cosenzo, Administrator of the Estate of Daniel E. Cosenzo, Jr.
SALE ADDRESS: 122 W. Sherwood Drive, Oxford, PA 19363
PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 215-790-1010
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets. KEVIN D. DYKES, SHERIFF 9p-25-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/ chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, October 17 th, 2024 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, November 18th , 2024. 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. 24-10-293
Writ of Execution No. 2023-00187
DEBT $278,014.68
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground, hereditaments and appurtenances, situate in the Township of Sadsbury, County of Chester and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, bounded and described according to a Plan of Property for Thomas U. Shock, et ux., prepared by George E. Regester, Jr., and Sons, Inc., Registered Land Surveyors, dated January 4, 1983, and revised January 14, 1983, as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a point on the title line in the bed of U.S. Route 30, known as the Lincoln Highway, at the intersection with the Southwesterly side of Public Road T-358, known as Old Mill Road (extended); thence extending from said beginning point, continuing along the title line in the bed of U.S. Route 30, North 82° 15’ West, 396 feet to a point at the Southeasterly corner of land now or late of I. Donald Hostetter, as shown on said Plan; thence extending along the same, crossing the Northerly side of said Highway, the next (5) following courses and distances, to wit: (1) North 31° West, 258.90 feet to a point; (2)North 46 6’ West, 8 feet; (3) North 29° 19’ 11”West, 217.90 feet; (4)North 52° 10’ East, 10 feet; and (5) North 29° 20’ West, crossing the Southwesterly side of Public Road T-407, 22.80 feet to a point on the title line in the bed of the same; thence extending along said title line, the next (3) following courses and distances, to wit: (1) North 66 ° 50’ East, 25.08 feet; (2) North 67 ° 41’ 23” East, 143.23
feet to a point; and (3) South 83° 46’ 33” East, 97.22 feet to a point at the intersection with the title line in the bed of Public Road T-330, known as Old Mill Road, as shown on said Plan; thence extending along the same, North 42 ° 40’ 11” East, 45.18 feet to a point in line of land now or late of Everett C. Cowan; thence extending along the same, crossing the Southeasterly side of said road, South 12 ° East, crossing the Northeasterly side of said road, and crossing the Southwesterly side of said road, 252.20 feet to a point on the Southwesterly right-of-way of said Public Road T-358, as shown on said Plan; thence extending along the same, South 42 ° 15’ East, crossing the Northerly side of U.S. Route 30,455.40 feet to the first mentioned point and place of BEGINNING.
BEING Tract No. 2 as shown on said Plan.
BEING THE SAME PREMISES which Carolyn Terrasi f/k/a Carolyn M. Chipman, by Deed dated 6/13/2014 and recorded 6/20/2014 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County in Deed Book 8940, Page 674, granted and conveyed unto Carolyn Terrasi. Tax Parcel # 37-2-10
IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential property
PLAINTIFF: CITIZENS BANK N.A. F/K/A RBS CITIZENS, N.A. VS DEFENDANT: Carolyn Terrasi
SALE ADDRESS: 284 Old Mill Road, Parkesburg, PA 19365
PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: LAW OFFICE OF GREGORY JAVARDIAN, LLC 215-942-9690
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets. KEVIN D. DYKES, SHERIFF 9p-25-3t
Sheriff Sale of Real Estate By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/ chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, October 17 th, 2024 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, November 18th , 2024. 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. 24-10-295 Writ of Execution No. 2023-00663
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to make sure to try, from traditional to esoteric, when I was suddenly interrupted by a sign for Well Crafted’s Pumpkin Spice Latte Blonde Americano - Blonde Coffee Stout. There’s no way they weren’t trolling the purists with this one and I had to try it. The pale golden ale lived up to the name; it was chock-full with pumpkin, vanilla and cinnamon flavor, and while I couldn’t see myself drinking more than one, it was a delicious addition to my “tried it” pile. Last, I was piqued by the minimal set up of Brooklyn based brewery,
DEBT $104,448.95
PROPERTY SITUATE IN EAST
MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP
Tax Parcel # 61-08-0024
IMPROVEMENTS thereon: a residential dwelling
PLAINTIFF: PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
VS DEFENDANT: JEANINE MCCLOSKEY & MATTHEW MCCLOSKEY
SALE ADDRESS: 475 Dean Drive, Kennett Square, PA 19348
PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML
LAW GROUP, P.C. 215-6271322
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets. KEVIN D. DYKES, SHERIFF
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Sheriff Sale of Real Estate
By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Kevin D. Dykes, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public online auction via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/ chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, October 17 th, 2024 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, November 18th , 2024. 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.24-10-296
Writ of Execution No. 2023-08642
DEBT $310,466.48
ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground situate at East Nottingham Township, Chester County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, bounded and described accordingly to a Final Plan of Wiltshire at Oxford, drawn by Lake Roeder Hillard & Beers, dated December 9, 1996 and last revised June 26, 1998, said Plan recorded in Chester County as Plan No. 14559, as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING at a point on the Easterly side of Quill Court (50 feet wide), said point being a corner of Lot No. 82 on said Plan; thence extending from said point of Beginning along the Easterly side of Quill Court the 2 following courses and distances: (1) Northwardly along the arc of a circle curving to the left having a radius of 175.00 feet the arc distance of 19.67 feet to a point of tangent; and (2) North 06 degrees 35 minutes 55 seconds East, 71.54 feet to a point of curve; thence leav-
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Other Half. Their purveyor was set up behind what looked like a trifold poster display reminiscent of a science fair project. Upon approaching the table, instead of describing the
ing Quill Court along the arc of a circle curving to the right having a radius of 25.00 feet the arc distance of 24.06 feet to a point of reverse curve on the Southeasterly side of the cul-de-sac (of irregular width) at the terminus of Quill Court; thence extending Northeastwardly along same along the arc of a circle curving to the left having a radius of 62.50 feet the arc distanced of 44.32 feet to a point, a corner of lands marked “Open Space”; thence extending along said lands the 2 following courses and distances: (1) South 68 degrees 53 minutes 03 seconds East, 89.63 feet to a point, a corner; and (2) South 06 degrees 35 minutes 55 seconds West, 138.77 feet to a point, a corner of Lot No. 82 on said Plan; thence extending along same, North 76 degrees 57 minutes 40 seconds West, 124.16 feet to the first mentioned point and place of BEGINNING.
CONTAINING 16,901 square feet of land.
BEING Lot No. 81 as shown on
beer, he looked at me and quickly asked, “Single or Double?” Completely caught off guard by the idea that I had an option, I answered “Single” and later learned this was their
the above-mentioned Plan.
BEING the same premises which Melissa S. Ott by Deed dated November 18, 2004 and recorded December 7, 2004 in Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County, Pennsylvania in Book 6352, Page 1177, conveyed unto Robert Kearney and Jennifer Kearney.
Tax Parcel # 69-3-64.19
PLAINTIFF: Fulton Bank, N.A. f/k/a Fulton Bank VS
DEFENDANT: Robert Kearney and Jennifer Kearney
SALE ADDRESS: 611 Quill Court, Oxford, PA 19363
PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: HENRY & BEAVER LLP 717274-3644
N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time of the on-line sale. Payment must be made via Bid4Assets. The balance must
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is just one of a trifecta of events throughout the year that take place at the South Broad building. Summerfest and Winterfest also complete the trio, and as you make your plans
for the coming winter, save the date for Winterfest on Feb. 22, 2025. I think I’ll be back and eager to brave the cooler temperatures for a few of the wintery brews promised at the Winterfest.
be paid within twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale via Bid4Assets. KEVIN D. DYKES, SHERIFF 9p-25-3t
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Self Storage Sale
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Property Description: 12.6+/-Acres of vacant land. Level to gently sloping. 7+/- Acres tillable and 5+/- Acres woods.Good amount of harvestable timber, (timber estimates completed). Great soil scores (higher than county average). Property in Act 319 Clean and Green – Cheap taxes ($236.00). Close proximity to Nottingham Park and Glen Roy Preserve. There is an older existing septic system on the property but cannot guarantee its usage.
Open House Dates: Property can be viewed anytime! Attention Realtors: Broker participation of 1% offered to Realtors with a preregistered buyer, whois thesuccessful high bidder day of the auction. See website for details.
Terms: Down Payment of $25,000 required day of auction. Settled on or before December 27, 2024. Transfer taxes to be paid by the buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated. Annual Yearly Taxes +/-$236.00. Act 319 Clean and Green.
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Auctioneers Notes: Great opportunity to design your own farm. Many uses – Produce, Tobacco, Equestrian, Livestock, and/or Lay out recreational trails in the woods, etc. Seller is offering a 1st option on neighboring home and 1+/- acre when seller decides to sell in the future. Don’t miss thisproperty! Call auctioneer with any questions. All information provided is deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed.
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The Kennett Brewfest
Michelle Harvey, Megan Goldsboro and Irene Smith enjoyed the fine weather and a sampling of craft beer by area brewmasters at the annual Kennett Brewfest, held on Oct. 5 in Kennett Square.
Chester County Youth Center’s garden program yields 17,000 pounds of vegetables
A vegetable garden planted at the Chester County Youth Center (CCYC) in 2013 has grown into a flourishing partnership with Trellis for Tomorrow, a Phoenixville non-profit whose experiential programs focus on organic gardening, environmental education, and food security.
To date, that garden, which consists of six raised beds and a selfirrigated hoop house, has harvested 17,000 pounds of vegetables – all donated to local food cupboards and CCYC’s cooking program.
Chester County Youth Center director Deb Maccariella said, “Trellis for Tomorrow is a terrific
partner who assists us in offering a chance for our residents to get outside, learn where their food comes from, and watch something grow from a
seed to a vegetable. The residents who work in the gardening program earn community service time by planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting. It’s so
rewarding to observe the pride and excitement on our residents’ (and staff) faces when they see, smell, and hold the results of their nurturing and hard work.”
Haunted Park opens Oct. 11 and 12
Time to get into the Halloween spirit! The Oxford Area Recreation Authority will hold the popular Haunted Park and Hay Ride, Oct. 11 and 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at
the Oxford Area Regional Park at 900 W. Locust St. in Oxford.
The first three rides of the night are designed to be less scary and are appropriate for young children or anyone
who does not want to be totally frightened. After that, the hayride goes full scare! Tickets are $10 per person. There are no advance sales this year.
Sponsors include PECO,
Xfinity, The Barn in Nottingham, Herr Foods, Landhope Farms, and Cameron’s Hardware and Supply.
A rain date on Oct. 13 will be used in the event of
The organic CCYC garden has three growing seasons: spring, summer, and fall. Spring plantings include potatoes, lettuce, and cabbage, while tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, zucchini, and eggplants are grown in the summer. More tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers are planted for the fall season. The gardens are checked and maintained throughout the year, even when they are inactive.
extreme weather. Check the Facebook page at Oxford Area Recreation Authority for more information or updates on the schedule based on weather conditions.
Over the past few years, the CCYC garden has yielded over 2,000 pounds of vegetables annually. The vegetables have been donated to the West Chester Food Cupboard and other local food cupboards, including Kennett Square Food Cupboard, the Lord’s Pantry in Downingtown, Pathstone Food Pantry in Kennett Square, the Chester County Food Bank, and the West Chester Food Cupboard. CCYC’s Arts Holding Hands and Hearts cooking program also uses the produce in creating meals with the CCYC residents.
Some of the Chester County Youth Center staff who are volunteer gardeners include, left to right, supervisor Brian Sebold, program coordinator Matt Howard, Youth Center Officer Arianis McFadden, youth center officer Lauren Baratta, and Widener University student intern Abby Blake. Youth Center officers Jim Smith, Arah Leggett, and Adam Thomas are not pictured.
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The Chester County Youth Center summer 2024 harvest yielded 204 pounds of produce, all donated to the West Chester Food Cupboard or served to CCYC residents.
OAHS Sports Wall of Fame welcomes five new members on Oct. 14
Rich Frampton, Gary Ham, Brendan Buckley, Courtney (Moyer) Cappallo and Jordan Logan will officially join the Oxford Area High School Sports Wall of Fame during the 22nd annual induction ceremony on Oct. 14 at the high school.
Hornet pride will be on full display during the evening—this year’s inductees are a particularly accomplished group, and each honoree excelled in a wide variety of sports and activities while at Oxford.
Frampton was a charter member of the OAHS Sports Wall of Fame Selection Committee—fitting since few people have been as dedicated to the school’s athletic program as he has. Frampton has worn many hats during his more than 50 years of involvement with Oxford Area High School’s athletic program. That involvement started when he was still a high school student. He received three varsity letters in baseball.
When he returned to OAHS as a teacher, Frampton served as an assistant coach for the soccer and baseball teams, and later became the head coach of the varsity baseball team.
Frampton was willing to help out the athletic program in a variety of ways.
As a game-day worker, he sold tickets, took tickets, officiated track and field events, kept the scorebook for the basketball team, and served as a spectator supervisor at numerous District 1 playoff contests. He helped run Saturday Basketball Program clinics for students in grades four through nine for several years.
He served as the school’s athletic director for 11 years, and during that time
Oxford teams won numerous league titles and several district championships.
He credited his good friend Ken Howett with helping him progress as an athletic director.
Frampton also supported the work of the Oxford Sports Boosters, and he served as the executive director for the Southern Chester County League for 21 years.
When he learned that he was being inducted in the OAHS Sports Wall of Fame, Frampton wrote: “I wore a lot of hats, and these hats were worn by the grace of God, the support of my loving wife, Joyce, and the help and cooperation of many friends, studentathletes, and fellow faculty members.”
Brendan Buckley, a member of the Class of 1995 at OAHS, was a three-sport standout during his high school career. He was a three-time state qualifier in cross country. He was a 1st Team All-Southern Chester County League selection in 1992, 1993, and 1994. He placed fourth in District 1 in 1992, and then followed that up with a second-place finish in cross country in 1993 and 1994.
In the Southern Chester
County League track championships, Buckley finished in first place in the 3200m in 1993, 1994, and 1995.
In the Southern Chester County League wrestling championships, he placed first at 103 pounds in 1992, he placed first at 112 pounds in 1993, and he placed first at 119 pounds in 1994. In 1992, he advanced to the district championships and placed first at 103 pounds. He then placed third in the regional championships.
Buckley later attended the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and continued to enjoy success in cross country and track events. He was a two-time All-PSAC team selection in both sports. He was also a two-time NCCAA Academic All-American. After college, he continued to participate in athletics, and was a member of the Chester County Running Store Racing Team and the Turks Head Triathlon Racing Team.
Courtney (Moyer) Cappallo is a 1994 graduate of OAHS and a 1998 graduate of Villanova University. She played varsity softball for two years and varsity track for two years and she was a varsity wrestling cheerleader for four years.
But it was field hockey that was her best sport. She started playing field hockey in sixth grade. During high school, she was a varsity player for four years. She played field hockey at the Division 1 level at Villanova University and was the captain of the team during her senior season. She started the Cape Cod Field Hockey Club in 2013, and the club has been nominated twice for the national Club of the Year by USA Field Hockey.
Jordan Logan enjoyed an accomplished high school and collegiate athletic career. He was the recipient of the 2010 Presidents Education Award. He scored a total of 930 points for the basketball team. As a junior during the 2012-2013 season, he was a 2nd Team All-Ches-Mont League selection. As a
senior, He earned the MVP Award and was a 1st Team All-Ches-Mont League selection.
Logan was also a standout as a mid-fielder in soccer. He scored 20 goals in both 2012 and 2013, earning him a 1st Team All-Ches-Mont League honor. He went on to play soccer for four years at Lycoming College, including two seasons—2015 and 2017—when the team captured a championship.
Like Frampton, Gary Ham was a a graduate of OAHS who returned and spent decades working to support the athletic program. Ham was a multi-sport standout at Oxford, earning three varsity letters in football, and two varsity letters in basketball and track and field. He went on to play football at Millersville University. After graduation, he returned to Oxford and served as a coach for many different sports teams over the next 30-plus years. He coached varsity field hockey and softball teams. He served as an assistant coach for the varsity baseball coach. He was a coach of the junior varsity soccer team was an assistant coach for the varsity wrestling team. He served as the coach of the varsity softball team from 2000 to 2008, and more recently he was the coach of the Penn’s Grove Middle School baseball team until 2020. The Oxford Sports Wall of Fame program will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14 in the high school cafeteria and auditorium on Waterway Road in Oxford. There will be time for light refreshments and social time in the cafeteria before the program begins in the auditorium.
Rich Frampton
Gary Ham
Brendan Buckley
Courtney (Moyer) Cappallo
Jordan Logan
Kennett celebrates Homecoming with a parade and a win on the football field
By Chris Barber Contributing Writer
Kennett High School
topped off its Homecoming week with a big football victory over the visiting Chichester Eagles on Oct. 4, just one of the highlights of a fun-filled week.
Overall, the festive week was concluded with a parade, the game, the presentation of the Homecoming King and Queen, class float competitions and a marching band performance on the football field.
The parade kicked off at 6 p.m. and covered a few blocks at the south end of the borough before returning to the school property in about seven minutes. Clouds hovered, but no rain came. The parade was colorful and musical, and featured kids from all the district schools, including the three elementary schools.
Kennett High School, which is the only southern Chester County High School situated in a small town, attracted many spectators who made an easy walk from their homes to enjoy the festivities.
The band front led with what appeared to be a new, wide banner bearing the big “Kennett High School” letters. They were followed by the marching musicians whose front members carried a gray and white abstract designed banner.
The band members wore headwear that featured pink feathers in honor of the evening’s theme of support for women who had suffered ovarian and breast cancer.
The competitive feature of the parade was the contest of floats between the four high school classes.
The juniors won with their “Under Water” theme.
On to the game up the hill and behind the high school, Kennett was indomitable during the first half. At halftime, Kennett led Chichester 28-0, which led the Blue Demons to an eventual 34-14 victory.
Running backs Aiden Rich and Ian Guyer brought in the lion’s share of the scoring for the Blue Demons, while Garrett McCracken threw two passes for touchdowns.
At halftime, the Homecoming royalty was presented in front of the large crowd. Kevin Vasquez was chosen as the king and Lina Liu was honored as the queen.
Kennett’s next foot-
ball game is with rival Unionville at Unionville on Oct. 10, followed by a
home game against Avon Grove on Oct. 18 and a visit to Oxford on Oct. 25.
Kevin Vasquez and Lina Liu were selected as the Homecoming King and Queen.
All photos by Chris Barber
Running back Aiden Rich brings the ball up the field against Chichester.
The band front led the parade along South Street on Friday.
The Kennett High School Demon mascot greets parade spectators.
Kennett’s cheerleaders had plenty to cheer about against Chichester on Friday. Kennett’s juniors prepare their winning float for the Homecoming Parade.