Area officials graduate from PSATS Municipal Government Academy

Three area public officials recently graduated from the PSATS Municipal Government Academy (PMGA), a leadership and municipal education program of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS). Daniel Boyle, supervisor of Pennsbury Township, Kristy Deischer-Eddy, executive assistant of Honey Brook Township and Barbara J. Kelley, Manager of West Pikeland Township were honored...

Better watch out: Santa Claus to visit area

St. Nick is touring communities served by Longwood Fire Co. Santa Claus is making pre-Christmas visits throughout the area, courtesy of a Longwood Fire Company truck. You better watch out: Santa Claus will benefit from the services of a Longwood Fire Company truck to make some pre-Christmas calls. Jolly ol’ St. Nick himself will be touring the area served by Longwood’s fire and rescue service....

PennDOT warns of possible traffic trouble spots, starting Aug. 5

Roadwork planned on several major area highways, including U.S. 1, Routes 41, 52, 926 The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced the following road projects in the area, which may cause traffic delays from Aug. 5-10: U.S. 1 in Kennett Township: lanes closures between Greenwood and Parkerville Roads from 7 p.m. t0 5 a.m. for paving. Rt. 52 in Kennett Township: lane closures between...

Minor accidents, alleged theft mar holiday

State police busy during Memorial Day stretch While area residents enjoyed the extended holiday weekend, state police from the Avondale barracks responded to numerous calls, including minor accidents and a theft report. On Saturday, a 17-year-old Kennett Square girl, who was not identified because of her age, was traveling eastbound on Route 926 at 2:57 p.m. with two passengers. After moving into...