New Garden Twp. Police seeking input
Online survey available for residents, business owners
New Garden Township residents can’t say the police aren’t interested in their opinions. The department has announced its first online survey, and is seeking feedback on a host of issues from residents.
“We are always looking for ways to improve our service. We believe this effort will help us achieve this goal,” said Police Chief Gerald...
Middle-school dance canceled at last minute
Officials said cited threat left on calculator as reason
A dance scheduled at the Kennett Middle School for Friday night, May 2, was apologetically canceled in the wake of threats made at the school, a PTO email said.
School officials could not be reached for comment, and a message on the school’s web site simply said the dance was canceled.
New Garden Township Police Chief Gerald R. Simpson...
Alleged longtime vandal arrested in New Garden
Police say juvenile defaced buildings with “VANE” and “MOVE” tags
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
A vandal who has systematically defaced property in New Garden Township since the summer of 2012 has been arrested, police said on Thursday, May 1.
In a news release, police said the graffiti tags “VANE” or “MOVE” have been prominently displayed on...
Police: Time to clean out medicine cabinets
Area departments participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back
For the fifth year in a row, the Kennett Square Police Department will join other area departments in partnering with the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration for the next National Prescription Drug Take Back on Saturday, April 26.
The event will be held at the police station – 115 N. Broad St., Kennett...
Area residents bracing for another onslaught
Officials urging public to stay off roads – expected to be treacherous
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The $899 price tag was no deterrent for customers determined not to endure another prolonged power outage, no matter what the cost. Forty generators delivered to the Costco store in King of Prussia disappeared quickly, leaving latecomers disappointed.
Similar mentalities...
Alleged child molester apprehended in Texas
New Garden Township Police said he was on run for months
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Miguel Angel Vazquez, 33, of Kennett Square, is awaiting extradition to Pennsylvania from Texas on child sex-assault charges, New Garden Township Police said.
A Kennett Square fugitive wanted for the alleged sexual assault of a child was taken into custody in Texas on Monday, Nov. 4, New...
Police: Pawn records point to purloined golf items
25-year-old Hartefeld National employee faces theft charges
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Ryan Ellis, 25, of Wilmington, De., is accused of stealing from his employer, Hartefeld National golf club.
An employee at an Avondale golf club has been charged with stealing from his employer, New Garden Township Police said.
Ryan Ellis, 25, of Wilmington, De., was arrested at Hartefeld...
Alleged gang member accused of murder attempt
Charges filed against second brother for Oct. 5 shooting, stabbing in New Garden
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Emmanuel “Criminal” Renteria faces charges that include criminal attempt homicide for his role in a gang-related melee that interrupted a child’s birthday party on Oct. 5 in New Garden Township.
About a week after taking two brothers into custody for their...
Police: Gang members turn child’s party violent
Two Sur-13 members charged in connection with Saturday night stabbing
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Charges related to Saturday’s stabbing are pending against Emmanuel “Criminal” Renteria, 25, of West Grove, who is incarcerated on unrelated warrants, police said.
The New Garden Township Police Department responded to the 100 block of Thompson Road for a large...
2-month-old child reunited with mother
New Garden Police said baby was taken by mother’s ex-boyfriend
Domingo Flores-Pajaro, 18, has been charged with robbery, burglary, and other offenses after allegedly abducting his 2-month-old son on Thursday, police said.
An 18-year-old mother who had her 2-month-old son wrenched from her care on Thursday in New Garden Township by her ex-boyfriend was reunited with the child several hours...
