Hoffman will run for Kennett supervisor

Seeks to create all-Democratic Board of Supervisors By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Whitney Hoffman KENNETT — Whitney Hoffman is seeking to do something that would have been all but unthinkable a decade ago: win election to the township’s Board of Supervisors and make the board entirely Democratic. Hoffman announced her intention Tuesday to run for the supervisor seat currently held by...

Kennett residents debate joining regional police department

Residents unsure whether proposed 7-town force is right for township By John Gondol, Correspondent, The Times KENNETT — At Wednesday night’s township Board of Supervisors work session supervisors sought input from residents on a proposal to merge police services for seven area municipalities. Despite poor weather and a light turnout, township officials used the more informal forum of a...

Kennett may allow apartments in biz zone

Moore introduces final map of trails and sidewalks in township By John Gondol, Correspondent, The Times Kennett Township Manager Lisa Moore reviews a new map of the township’s trails and sidewalks during last week’s Board of Supervisors meeting. KENNETT — The board approves an amendment allowing the development of apartment facilities on top of land zoned specifically for businesses,...

E. Marlborough police chief to retire

Concerns voiced about cell tower’s flashing red lights By Karen Cresta, Correspondent, The Times EAST MARLBOROUGH – The Board of Supervisor’s meeting on Monday night was preempted by the announcement that Gerald Davis, the township’s Chief of Police, was retiring after 40 years of service. Davis was the first Chief of Police for the township police department.  Prior to this appointment,...

New Garden honors Volunteer of The Year

New Garden’s Dave Rickerman stands to be honored as the township’s Volunteer of The Year, Monday night. Supervisors recognize Rickerman resident for efforts on township trail projects By John Gondol, Correspondent, The Times NEW GARDEN — Without the efforts of numerous township residents who give their time and passion, life in many area municipalities would suffer greatly. The township...

Speed limits and roads top topic in Chadds Ford

Pothole turns into bigger issue; speed limits, u-turn issues discussed By Kris Firey-Poling, Correspondent, The Times Chadds Ford Supervisors George Thorpe (left) and Frank Murphy discuss road issues during Wednesday night’s Board of Supervisors meeting. CHADDS FORD — Road maintenance, speed limit, and signage dominated Wednesday night’s township Board of Supervisors meeting. “What...

Tis’ the season for finalizing municipal budgets

East Marlborough OKs 2015 budget;  fire tax increases by .10 mils, other rates hold steady By Karen Cresta, Correspondent, The Times EAST MARLBOROUGH – The Township Board of Supervisors’ meeting on Monday night was held with a successful outcome of an approved budget for 2015.  The good news for township residents – the real estate (1.05 mils), library (.183 mils) and open space (.2 mils)...

Kennett’s proposed 2015 revenues exceed expenses by $664K

Talks have begun with County about taking ownership of Chandler Mill Bridge By Rick Marts, Correspondent, The Times KENNETT — Township Manager Lisa Moore made a brief presentation of the township’s proposed 2015 budget, showing that revenues are expected to exceed expenses by $664,290. From an historic standpoint, this positive difference is not especially high or unusual. A summary of the...

Kennett moves to acquire Chandler Mill Bridge

Township to join suit against PA law allowing municipalities to be sued over local gun laws By Rick Marts, Correspondent, The Times Kennett Township’s Board of Supervisors voted Wednesday night to acquire the historic Chandler Mill Bridge from Chester County. KENNETT — At Wednesday night’s “working public meeting,” township supervisors voted to obtain ownership of Chandler Mill Road...

Kennett supervisors to decide Chandler Mill Bridge fate, Nov. 5

Longwood Gardens undertakes 2-year effort to restore its main fountain garden By Rick Marts, Correspondent, The Times Longwood Gardens Executive Direct Paul Redman details the fountain renovation project planned for the facility during Wednesday night’s Kennett Board of Supervisors meeting. KENNETT — At Wednesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, Township Manager Lisa Moore announced that...