Chester County Press 11-02-16 Edition

Spotlight on the 13th Legislative District race

On Nov. 8, residents in the 13th Legislative District will decide whether three-term Republican incumbent John Lawrence returns to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the next two years, or whether they vote instead for Democratic nominee Nancy Dean, a retired teacher and clergy person who is seeking office for the first time. In advance of the election, the Chester County Press asked each

Q: You were elected to represent the 13th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 2010. What work are you proudest of during your three terms as a state representative?

A: It has been a great honor and very humbling to serve the people of Southern Chester and Lancaster counties in the State House. During my time in office, I have kept the promises I made when I first ran for office, declining the state

candidate about their professional experiences, some of the more pressing issues the state is facing, and what residents in the 13th Legislative District have identified as their top concerns moving forward. The 13th Legislative District includes most of the municipalities in Southern Chester County as well as two municipalities in neighboring Lancaster County.

New owners take over Longwood Gallery in Kennett Square

By John Chambless Staff Writer

There’s good news this week as the former owners of the Longwood Gallery in Kennett Square step aside and let an eager new team take over the business. And customers will hardly notice the transition. On Oct. 21, Marjorie Kuhn and Sheila Washington were in the gallery with new owners Megan and David Umbs, and there were smiles all

around. Looking back on how she and Washington kind of fell into the gallery business, Kuhn recalled their 2004 meeting with Mary Davies, who was operating the Longwood Gallery on Route 1 in a location that suffered from visibility problems. Set back from the road, the second-floor space was cozy but didn’t get enough visitors.

“We only had 12 customers in December that year,” Kuhn said, laughing. “We Dinniman, Rzucidlo worthy of votes

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Uncle Irvin

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Throughout southern Chester County, Uncle Irvin finds only two local candidates worthy of election to the Pennsylvania General Assembly.

Despite incumbent State Sen. Andy Dinniman’s penchant for

Experts, residents continue to address phorid fly problem in Landenberg

Residents of the Harrogate North development in Landenberg met with experts and elected officials on Oct. 25 to discuss the continuing proliferation of phorid flies in the development.

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

The Avonale Fire Company served on Oct. 25 as a place where frustration, testimony and information met, as scientists, elected officials and local residents gathered to discuss the continuing infestation of the phorid fly in the Harrogate North community in Landenberg.

For two hours, the conversation served as the latest meeting of the minds in a

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more than 50 residents of the development told township supervisors that they were fed up with “living in a nightmare.”

Since that time, Sen. Andy Dinniman has helped spearhead an effort to help eradicate the infestation, which has spread to the adjacent Somerset Lake community as well as dipped over the state line into the Hockessin area. He chaired the meeting, which also included Pa. Deputy Secretary Fred Starathmeyer, Jr. of the Pa. Department of Agriculture; David Beyer, an entomologist with Penn State and one of the nation’s leading experts on phorid fly eradication; the New Garden Board of Supervisors and township manager Tony Scheivert.

While experts said that research to erase the phorid fly at mushroom houses and in residential neighborhoods continues, it has not caught up to the nuisance itself, while several agencies are apparently taking no responsibility for the problem.

Dinniman told the audience that after he first heard of the infestation in the development, his office called the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Each department told Dinniman that the eradication of the flies was not their responsibility.

A meeting held at Harrogate this past May between residents and experts served as a floodgate confessional of problems

shared by members of the community, many of which were echoed at the Oct. 25 meeting.

Harrogate resident Barbara Runkle said that she and her husband have spent $4,000 on pest control products, and regularly spray the exterior of their home with a dishwater product and water as often as four times a day.

“Last Sunday, I was able to open my door for the first time since May,” Runkle said. “We live in total darkness. The lights are out and the blinds are drawn. This is not a good quality of life for anyone to live.”

The infestation is spreading, she said. Runkle told the panel that she has had conversations with residents in Delaware and Maryland about the phorid fly infestation, and they echo a similar problem.

Desperate times are calling for desperate measures of insect control. Throughout the meeting, residents kept referring to the possible use of Diazinon, a poisonous insecticide that was heavily used during the 1970s and early 1980s for general-purpose gardening and indoor pest control of cockroaches, silverfish, ants, and fleas in residential, non-food buildings. It’s off the shelves now; residential uses of Diazinon were outlawed in the U.S. in 2004 by the EPA, but it is still approved for agricultural uses.

Now, without a non-poisonous, organic miracle worker currently on the market for residents to freely use on their properties -- and without the state

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accumulating the most public pension money (as a professor at West Chester University, Chester County Commissioner and State Senator, which I estimate between $100,000 and $150,000 per year,

or around $500,000 in a lump sum), Dinniman really works at his job diligently and delivers superb constituent service. While I do not always agree with his positions on issues, Dinniman deserves re-election in what may be his swan song election.

In the 158th State House District, I support Susan Rzucidlo. Susan is caring, compassionate and conscientious, and will vote for what’s best for her constituents, not what’s best for lobbyists.

I cannot recommend anyone for the 13th Legislative District. Nancy Dean is running against incumbent John Lawrence. I know nothing about Nancy Dean. In fact, I had to research to see if Rep. Lawrence had an opponent.

Incumbent John Lawrence is running for his fourth term in what looks like his intention to make politics his lifelong career, like his predecessor, Art Hershey. Rep. Lawrence is invisible and does not deserve re-election.

(Uncle Irvin’s column is his opinion only, and is not a news story.)

agencies on board -- finding a solution has come down to research. Through the haze of the fly’s infestation, there are potentially some solutions on the horizon, and many of them are coming from Penn State.

Beyer told the audience that he has spent the past four decades -- including the last 13 years at Penn State -- looking into identifying new behavior modifying, non-toxic chemicals that can be used to manipulate the behavior of the phorid flies in order to lower their numbers. He told the audience that he was hopeful that continued research could someday lead to the use of non-toxic chemicals that could be used for mass trapping and the disruption of fly mating cycles.

While completion on Penn State research plays a waiting game, a few Harrogate

residents have already begun to attack the problem. One resident said that she has had some success with a non-toxic plug-in device called a FlyWeb trap, available on Amazon. com.

The fly light can be used with any standard AC outlets and utilizes a nine-Watt UV light to attract bugs within a 600 square foot area. Once bugs enter the enclosure they become trapped with the adhesive glueboard, which is easily replaceable.

Another resident said that his insect zapper has the capability to kill “tens of thousands of flies,” and recommended that residents place their zapper in their home’s attic.

Several Harrogate residents have created the Phorid Fly Action Committee, in order to

encourage residents to contact local authorities about the problem. The group has aligned with Penn State in the accumulation of research in the development, including maps that indicate the most severe trouble spots for the insect.

Dinniman said he is applying for a grant from the Dept. of Agriculture which will be targeted toward further research, and will be matched with additional state money.

“It will not solve the phorid fly problem immediately, but the research has to be done, in order to solve it once and for all,” he said. Dinniman also said that he is also trying to get $40,000 to New Garden township that could be used to assist those who are struggling with the phorid fly problem.

Beyer said that the way to rectify the problem is through pragmatic means, through continued study and analysis. He said that he will take the information shared at the meeting and reach out to lawmakers and environmental agencies in Harrisburg.

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“It’s real, it’s personal and it’s about this community, and something has to be done, rather than nothing,” Beyer said. “That’s why we’re here tonight, to hear this, to write things down and go back to the drawing board, and if those solutions lead to some type of regulatory control, I assure you that we’re going to go down a path that’s going to get us to another place than we are today.”

“Kicking the can down the road is not the solution, and we’re here to find a solution,” Strathmeyer said.

To contact Staff Writer Richard L. Gaw, e-mail rgaw@chestercounty.com.

Q: What made you want to run for the State House seat representing the 13th Legislative District?

A: I have felt increasingly frustrated by the polarization of the elected officials who often seem to spend more time and energy protecting their party and office than working for the electorate. When I was asked to consider running, I felt it would be a privilege and my duty to do so.

Q: Please tell us a little about your educational background and professional experiences.

A: I have a BSE, MA, and a MDiv. I taught in various settings including several years at a university as I worked on my masters and doctorate in English literature, but made a mid-life turn to study religion at the Divinity School of Harvard. I was ordained in ministry in 1994, and served two churches in Massachusetts and one in Delaware for twenty years.

Q: As you’ve met with residents in the 13th District, what issues are they concerned about?

A: The environment is always important—preserving our farmland and green space, containing sprawl, and helping to encourage farming interests. The concerns for taxes especially as they relate to education and property tax funding, is also high on the list, along with the need to fairly address the state’s budget deficit.

Q: What three issues would you like to see addressed by state lawmakers that would improve the lives of Pennsylvania residents?

A: 1) Fair funding for education and reducing the property tax burden. 2) Sensible weapons regulation to keep citizens safe. 3) Protecting citizens’ civil rights.

Q: If you’re elected to represent the 13th District in the State House, what goals will you have for the first two years in office?

A: To learn as much as possible, and to work with the opposition in order to do the most good for the citizens of the 13th District. All issues are grounded in the elected officials working together to find solutions, and preventing gridlock such as the budget impasses we’ve had recently. I am deeply concerned for the high number of opioid deaths in our state, as well as increasing gun violence, and would work to find solutions to both.

Q: What else would you like voters to know about your candidacy ahead of the election on Tuesday, Nov. 8?

A: I’m retired from my career work, and not interested in making Pennsylvania politics a longtime career. I am an outsider, a true citizen candidate, and one who respects the need for government that works for our citizens. I am highly motivated by a desire to see our political system working for the people, not protecting reelection bids above all else. There is work that needs to be done, and working to see that we do the most good should be the driving force behind any candidate’s run for office.

For more information about Nancy Dean and her candidacy, visit nancydeanfor13th.com.

pension, holding over 50 town halls across the district to gather feedback, and turning down many of the “perks” legislators of the past voted themselves. I have been a consistent voice, sometimes one of very few voices in the Capitol, for government reform and fiscal accountability.

And while I have had several bills signed into law, and I have had the opportunity to help write legislation of importance, I am most proud of my work here in our community to help people cut through red tape, fix local problems, address local infrastructure issues, and to be a voice in government for those who would otherwise not have a voice. I have found that many people think no one in government cares or is even interested in listening. I have tried to reverse that trend during my time as state representative, being responsive and responsible to the people of our area.

Q: What has been your biggest frustration or disappointment since joining the Pennsylvania House of Representatives?

A: One of my biggest frustrations is the lack of urgency in Harrisburg to tackle the big issues facing our state. Many of these big issues are financial in nature. As with any financial issue, the longer it lingers, the worse it gets. We must address the underfunded state pension systems, we must tackle escalating property taxes, we must get our state budget in order, and we must cut down on reckless borrowing and state indebtedness. There have been good initiatives to address these issues, for example I led a working group earlier this session that focused on reducing state debt. We developed some good legislation that passed the House, but did not pass the Senate. It can be very frustrating to see a smaller, core group of legislators from both parties who want to tackle these issues, while many others seem content to take a “wait and see” approach.

Q: You’ve been very involved with Oxford Borough’s revitalization efforts, particularly the ongoing planning by the borough to build a parking garage. Can you tell us a little about your involvement, and how you’ve helped the process along?

A: Over the past few years, I have tried to focus on two major infrastructure improvements in our area – fixing the intersection at Old Baltimore Pike and Route 796 in Jennersville, and address-

ing the parking situation in Oxford. With regard to the Red Rose intersection in Jennersville, I have been working closely with Penn Township, PennDOT, Senator Dinniman, and other local stakeholders to accelerate the timetable to fix the intersection, and we are getting close to a resolution.

In Oxford, a key to the long term revitalization of the downtown area is attracting a major downtown employer, and a key to attracting a major downtown employer is reliable parking. Working with the borough and other local stakeholders, we have made major progress towards this goal in the last few months. Specifically, I worked hard with former borough manager Betsy Brantner and National Penn Bank to help Oxford Borough obtain the parking lot in the middle of town for $1, providing the location for a potential parking facility at almost no cost to the borough. I am working closely with a team put together by the borough that is exploring opportunities to move forward with the project, preferably through a public-private partnership, that would provide the infrastructure necessary for sustained private sector business growth in Oxford’s downtown core.

Q: What committee assignments do you currently have?

A: This session, I serve on the Finance, Commerce, Agriculture, Health, and Rules committees. These are fairly active committees that see a lot of legislation. The Health committee passed a number of bills to tackle the opioid crisis ravaging communities across Pennsylvania. We also tackled legislation regarding insurance coverage for chemotherapy and other pharmaceuticals. I have been particularly active on the Agriculture committee this session, working with Chairman Marty Causer to address issues facing dairy farmers and the equine industry. We had two hearings on legislation I developed concerning dairy issues. The Finance committee also held a hearing on legislation I wrote concerning leasebacked debt, a technique by which past Governors have put the Pennsylvania taxpayer on the hook for millions of dollars in debt to fund pet projects without ever having to get legislative approval. The dangerous practice must be eliminated.

Q: When you’re out campaigning in the district, what issues are local residents concerned about the most?

A: The number one issue in our area is school property taxes. Many folks,

in particular seniors, are being taxed out of their homes. In recent years, most of the increase in school taxes is due to the vastly underfunded teacher’s pension system, and the requirement for the state and the school districts to contribute more to these pension plans. I have been a strong voice for property tax reform, voting to eliminate property taxes in favor of an income- and salestax-based approach, and developing several plans of my own that would greatly reduce property taxes for low-income seniors.

Many folks tell me that they have given up and they think nothing will ever be done to change the situation. While I share their frustration, I do believe there is a path forward. Many of the long-time legislators who have traditionally been opposed to property tax reform are retiring. Our Majority Leader, Rep. Dave Reed, is an advocate for property tax reform. As much as it is up to me, I will continue to advocate for property tax reform to keep people from being evicted from their own homes by a tax that doesn’t take into account one’s ability to pay.

Q: What are some of the issues that, if you’re reelected on Nov. 8, you expect to be working on during the next two years?

A: In my view, the top tier issues next session will be developing a balanced state budget, addressing the unfunded liability facing the state pension systems, the opioid crisis facing Pennsylvania, education funding and property taxes. I also hope to address the structural financial issues facing the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and the overall state debt burden. From a government reform standpoint, I will reintroduce bills to requiring drug testing for elected officials, and giving a citizens commission sole authority over legislators’ salaries.

For more information about State Representative John Lawrence, visit www. replawrence.com.

were either going to be way in debt, or move.”

At that time, the highly visible space at 200 E. State St. in Kennett Square housed the Historic Kennett Square meeting room, when Kuhn and Washington asked about taking it over. The deal was struck and the business opened in its new location on April 1, 2005. That day was the traditional Art Stroll evening, but before they had officially opened, Kuhn and Washington had their first customer, who knocked on the door to ask about framing.

A decade ago, the business climate in Kennett Square was smaller and sleepier, and Kuhn noted that it’s become much more eclectic and funky in recent years. Along the way, Longwood Gallery has showcased more than 140 exhibitions and promoted regional artists such as Mary Ann Weselyk and Jack Giangulio, who are two longtime favorites of both Kuhn and Washington. While they both loved the artists and customers who have become friends, they said that the physical labor of creating frames and cutting mats and glass has become a bit much for them.

“We’re ready to relax,” Kuhn said. “It’ll be great having Saturdays free. And before Christmas, we’ll actually be able to decorate the house rather than be here every day.”

In 2006, Longwood Gallery was a favorite stop for David Umbs and his daughter, Megan, both of whom loved art and were steady buyers. David said he owns 41 artworks purchased at the gallery, along with 40 pieces of pottery. Megan’s home is packed with purchases from Longwood Gallery, as well. Her father, who retired 25 years ago, lives in the carriage house on her property on North Union Street, within walking distance of the gallery.

“We had been talking about selling the gallery for maybe six months or so,” Kuhn said. “Then we decided to tell David and Megan. And Megan said, ‘Well, dad, we could buy the gallery.’” Within a couple of days, a deal had been struck. Megan is excited to take over the business, and she has been learning the fine points of framing pictures. She has extensive experience in non-profit management, and David was an institutional investment advisor and traveled all over the country before retiring at 45.

“I’ve been retired 25 years, and I’m getting bored now,” David said with a smile.

Megan said she and her father have already fit in with the business community in Kennett Square. “The townspeople here are so welcoming,” she said. “To be joining the actual business community is very exciting for us. But it’s also a natural transition, because we know the town and we love the town. We’ll still be doing framing, and my dad’s really going to be the face of the business. We’ll be keeping all the artists that are already here, because they’re fabulous.”

A reception with the gallery’s artists and customers was held Oct. 23 to reassure everyone that the transition will be seamless. Megan said the gallery will be closed for a couple of days this week for some painting, but will be open for the Nov. 4 Gallery Walk.

“We trying to keep consistency,” Megan said. “We want our customers to feel as if we are simply an extension of what Marge and Sheila have started. We’re going to keep their vision going, because the town loves this place.”

For more information, call 610-444-0146 or visit www.longwoodartgallery. com.

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

Avon Grove continues negotiations to sell its wastewater treatment plant to Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc.

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer

The Avon Grove School Board took three actions at its Oct. 27 meeting pertaining to the potential sale of the district’s wastewater treatment plant to Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. The district has long wanted to get out of the wastewater treatment business. The wastewater treatment facility provides service to the school campus that includes Avon Grove’s administration building, the Penn London Elementary School, and the Avon Grove Intermediate School. The district sought requests for proposals from companies interested in purchasing the wastewater treatment plant early in 2015. The only company to submit a proposal was Aqua Wastewater, Inc., which provides water and wastewater services to approximately 3 million people in eight states. Negotiations between the district and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. have been ongoing ever since.

Business manager Daniel Carsley explained at the Oct. 27 meeting that there are still eight or ten items that still need to be resolved before the sale

can be completed. Carsley characterized the negotiations as challenging at times because there are so many complicated issues that need to be addressed.

The district also hasn’t had the advantage of negotiating with more than one potential buyer.

Avon Grove’s wastewater treatment system is small compared to other systems that often serve multiple municipalities.

“We’ve had one interested buyer and it has been a challenge,” Carsley said.

There have been numerous changes in regulations made by the state’s Department of Environmental Protection in recent years, and Avon Grove’s wastewater treatment plant is not meeting the new standards. Upgrades to the system will be required, and there’s also the possibility of fines coming from the state’s Department of Environmental Protection as a result of the failure to comply with state standards. Regulatory approvals are required before a sale can be finalized.

Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. has offered to pay the district $100,000 for the sewage treatment plant. Along with that, Aqua would

agree to spend an additional $150,000 for upgrades intended to keep the system in compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection regulations.

Once the wastewater system is sold, the district will likely pay about $75,000 annually for connecting to the system.

The wastewater treatment system has sufficient capacity to meet the district’s needs into the future, and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. would have the option of expanding the wastewater treatment plant and sell capacity to other customers in the area. The district would no longer have the financial obligations to operate and maintain the plant once the sale is finalized.

As the negotiations work toward their conclusion, the school board needed to take several preliminary steps. The school board approved, by a vote of 7-0, an Asset Purchase Agreement between the school district and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. to convey assets related to the Avon Grove School District’s wastewater treatment facilities and associated easements, and to authorize district officials to execute the

documentation necessary for closing in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

Additionally, the school board approved an easement agreement regarding the treated effluent discharge pipe and the groundwater discharge pipe located on property owned by the school district. The Easement Agreement is to be delivered only at the closing of the related Asset Purchase Agreement. The vote was 7-0.

The school board also voted 7-0 to approve the Contract Operations Agreement between Avon Grove and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater, Inc. for the operation of the wastewater treatment facility.

Also at the Oct. 27 meeting, the school board approved a 36-month lease extension with Reliant Asset Management for the modular units that are utilized at the Fred S. Engle Middle School.

The next regular meeting of the Avon Grove School Board is set for Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Avon Grove Intermediate School’s music room.

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

Students learn about mushrooms

With help from Chartwells, the Kennett Consolidated School District’s dining services provider, and Phillips Mushroom Farms, students at Bancroft, Greenwood, and New Garden elementary schools and the Mary D. Lang Kindergarten Center celebrated National Farm to School Month by exploring a local delicacy – the mushroom.

In 2010, Congress declared October National Farm to School Month, recognizing the role farms play in promoting well-being among children and strong local economies.

Dr. Hilary Fox, a spawn lab manager at Phillips Mushroom Farms, brought a variety of mushrooms growing on substrate for the children to see.

Phillips Mushroom Farms donated button mushrooms that the cafeteria staff added to flatbread pizza for the students to sample. First grade student Ethan Schurr tried a slice of a raw button mushroom with some ranch dressing and admitted that he was unsure about the taste.

“I had a wonderful time sharing my love of mushrooms with the students and teachers,” Fox said. “The students were polite and curious and asked great questions.” The students also received a mushroom-themed word search puzzle and recipe booklets for their parents.

“Chartwells is thrilled to be a part of the district’s first Farm to School event,” said Chartwells district manager Norman Horn. “Eating local is so important, and events such as this help kids make the connection of where their food comes from.”

Blue Demons pounced by Great Valley,

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

As game time approached at Kennett High School last Friday evening, the Blue Demons’ outlook already appeared grim, as two of its playmakers stood on the sidelines, unable to tee it up against the visiting Great Valley Patriots. It had already been a trying season, one that led the Blue Demons into the Oct. 28 game with a 3-6 record, and the appearance of running back Myles Robinson and wide receiver Dominic D’Angelo both injured and on the sidelines -- as well as tight end and defensive end Kerry Tomasetti playing in an arm cast -- served as a saltin-the-wound punctuation mark to the Blue Demons’ last game of the 2016 season.

Behind the quarterbackto-wide receiver tandem of Robert Geiss to Ryan

Hubley, the visiting Patriots clobbered Kennett, 46-14, in a convincing victory that sent Great Valley (6-4) to a berth in the District 1, Class 5A playoffs. Geiss connected with Hubley seven times for 178 yards and three touchdowns, the first one coming with 10:10 left in the first quarter, soon after Great Valley recovered their opening kick-off at the Kennett 21 yard-line. Four plays later, Geiss hit Hubley for a 9-yard touchdown.

Inheriting the ball at its 15 yard-line, Kennett quarterback Jake Dilcher was sacked for a 14-yard loss back at his nine-yard line. On the subsequent punt attempt, Kennett punter James Tuley was sacked for a safety in his end zone to give Great Valley an early 9-0 lead.

On Great Valley’s first snap of its next possession, Geiss found Hubley over the middle near midfield, which led to a 55-yard

touchdown run by Hubley to give Great Valley a 16-0 lead with 7:23 left in the first quarter.

Kennett began its only serious scoring threat late in the first quarter, when carries by Connor Hyzny and freshman Garrett Cox moved the ball from its own 28-yard line to the Great Valley 16-yard line. As the second quarter began, Hyzny carried to the one-yard line, and with 10:52 left in the first half, Dilcher plunged in for the touchdown, to narrow the Patriots’ lead to ten, 16-6. The two-point conversion attempt then failed.

Highlighted by a 36-yard run by Mark DeRobertis, Great Valley then extended its lead to 22-6 on Geiss’ keeper with 8:39 left in the second quarter.

On Kennett’s next set of downs, a Dilcher pass was intercepted by Dylan Tashjian at midfield with 6:36 left in the half, which led to a 63-yard, 9-play possession that finished with DeRobertis’ 15-yard touchdown run with 3:37 remaining in the first half, that gave Great Valley a 29-6 lead.

Following a Kennett punt, it was deja-vu all over again, as Hubley took a screen pass from Geiss and ran 59 yards untouched for his third touchdown of the

game to give Great Valley a 36-6 lead at halftime.

On Great Valley’s first drive of the second half, Geiss wrapped a 71-yard, 6-play drive with a 13-yard touchdown run to widen the Patriots’ lead to 43-6. Great Valley finished its scoring on a 28-yard field goal by kicker Pat Sauer with 11:01 left in the third quarter. With 27 seconds left in

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while DeRoberis carried for 121 yards and a touchdown. Dilcher threw 7 completions on 19 attempts for 84 yards.

To contact Staff Writer

Richard L. Gaw, e-mail

rgaw@chestercounty.com.

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Chester County: Forever Republican?

According to the FiveThirtyEight election forecast website this week, Hillary Clinton has an 83.7 percent chance of winning the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the presidential election. In a statewide Franklin & Marshall College Poll taken recently, Clinton led Republican candidate Donald Trump by seven percentage points in Pennsylvania, and Democratic Senate challenger Katie McGinty led incumbent Republican Pat Toomey by five percentage points.

You would never know it by driving around a large portion of Chester County.

Whether they are placed there by Republican Committee of Chester County volunteers or by residents, the quantity of Trump-Pence signs far outnumber those of Clinton-Kaine. Many Trump signs are printed in the design of the campaign’s colors, some are hand-painted and nailed onto the sides of barns, while others seem to have been crafted haphazardly and stuck in the ground at the end of driveways, and for many reasons. They are accusing Clinton of sabotaging what they feel is a “rigged election.” They call her a criminal for her role, as former Secretary of State, in the deaths of four Americans in Benghazi, Libya. They believe that she should be sent to jail for violating common edicts that dictate private information by sending classified information on a private email server.

No matter how these signs were constructed, they serve as the foghorn blast of anti-Clinton sentiment in a county that has historically been the most conservative county on the eastern side of Pennsylvania...or are these signs merely a reflection of how things roll here?

The truth is in the numbers: Of the 516,000 residents in Chester County, 338,000 are registered voters, and among them, almost 45 percent of them are registered as Republicans, while 38 percent are registered as Democrats.*

The proof is also in its recent history. In the contentious 2000 election, George W. Bush won by ten percentage points in Chester County, and beat John Kerry four years later by 4.5 percent, becoming the only suburban Philadelphia county that Bush carried in 2004. The county sided with Barack Obama in his 2008 election -- the first Democratic presidential candidate it supported since Lyndon Johnson in 1964. In the 2012 presidential election, the county narrowly swung back, as Republican candidate Mitt Romney drew a little more than one thousand votes more than Obama.

The proof is also in its governance. In the U.S. House of Representatives, Ryan Costello, Pat Meehan and Joe Pitts are all Republicans. All nine seats in the State House of Representatives are held by Republicans, and Andy Dinnaman is the lone Democrat representing the county in the State Senate. Closer to home, every prominent county official -- save for County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone -- is a Republican.

Yet, as we approach the 2016 presidential election next week, there is the question of whether all of those Trump-Pence signs throughout Chester County are well-placed predictors, or merely blowing in the wind of a shifting sentiment.

A few weeks ago, “Saturday Night Live” veterans Tina Fey and Jimmy Fallon portrayed two undecided women voters from the Philadelphia suburbs. While their skit poked fun at the two candidates, it also hit hard. The demographic is not just an invention, it’s real, and it puts a highlyeducated constituency who has the highest income of any county in Pennsylvania in the center ring of who Trump most needs to win on Nov. 8.

The proof is in the behavior. A recent poll found that Clinton was leading Trump by 28 percentage points in the four suburban counties surrounding Philadelphia, and of those questioned, 68 percent of likely voters—including 76 percent of women—said that they were offended by his recent derogatory and inflammatory remarks about women, exacerbated by the lengthy list of women who have accused the businessman and entertainer of sexually assaulting them. The candidate’s controversial remarks against Muslims, military veterans, immigrants and Mexicans have only contributed to those shrinking numbers.

In short, Chester County is proof that the allegiances are shifting, and for reasons having little to do with politics.

And yet, less than one week from Election Day, those Trump-Pence signs on the back roads of Chester County are still in the ground and on the sides of barns. In the soon-to-be aftermath of a dispiriting campaign for the presidency, they may be there for a long time. Whether they serve to represent the stronghold that the Republican Party has had on Chester County, or whether they are the last vestiges of an unrelenting anti-Clinton backlash here that refuses to bend, the ultimate proof of their impact—and their sentiment—will be in the results.

* as of Nov. 2013

Concerns about U.S. Senate candidate

Letter to the Editor:

When I asked Katie McGinty about her drastic cuts in grant-funding, she haughtily

answered, “It’s my money, and I’ll do what I want with it.” But it’s not her money. It’s our money, paid by taxpayers. I then learned that she funneled

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Letter to the Editor:

In this election season, we’ve been inundated with lies from both parties at the top of the ticket. I have been running on the issues, putting out position papers since the beginning of this race, and I had hoped that my opponent would have as well, but that has not been the case.

Today, I am calling out my opponent, Eric Roe, for

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Letter to the Editor:

If you know anything about Susan Rzucidlo’s campaign style, you know that one of her hallmarks is that she knocks on every door in the district, hoping to meet every constituent. During her first campaign, she knocked on my door and I am so glad she did. We have been friends ever since.

As she began to talk to me on that fall day a few years ago, we quickly learned that we have much in common. We both are raising

her husband.

but lies from Roe

blatantly and repeatedly lying about my positions. I have gone on record in newspapers as well as on my Facebook posts that I did not support Gov. Tom Wolf’s tax plan. I also said—and still stand by my statement—that I also opposed the House Leadership’s budget. Both budgets were wrong for the people of Pennsylvania, and yet for weeks now, both by mail and in TV ads, Eric Roe has been lying about

my political stands and intentions.

Is that the kind of legislator we need in Harrisburg? Someone who will lie to win?

What a shame that instead of honestly discussing issues, Eric chose to lie about where I stand on the issues, and to also rely on that old lie “all Democrats want to raise your taxes,” trying to incite fear and worry among voters.

I say this to Eric: If as a candidate, you are unwilling to represent yourself and your opponent with honesty and integrity, then you don’t reflect our Chester County values. This might be how Washington D.C. acts, but the constituents of the 158th District deserve much better than this.

Candidate for the PA House of Representatives

Rzucidlo on Election Day

sons with significant special needs. We both work or have worked as special education advocates, assisting other families in the IEP process. Susan’s son is older than mine, so she is further along in her journey, and has had so much knowledge to offer. She left me that day with her personal cell number and a sincere “call me if you need anything.” And over the years, I have called her. I have been faced with both issues affecting my own family, or when trying to assist community mem-

bers. Susan has always been there. She always knows the answer I’m looking for, or where to find it. She has never once even hinted that I’m bothering her or that she’s too busy to help. This is what we need as our Pennsylvania representative. As it is, tell anyone in the area that you live out past Longwood Gardens, and you might as well say you live on the moon. Do we really want a state representative that thinks that New Garden is “too far” for him to travel? That is not what we need.

We need someone who walks among us, lives among us, and I know when elected, she will help every resident of the 158th the way she has always helped me. I consider myself very lucky to have met Susan Rzucidlo and am thankful to have her in my life. I hope you all get the same opportunity that I have been given, to have her as a friend. Vote for her on Nov. 8, and you won’t be disappointed.

Your brain on politics

What happens when two psychology professors, one conservative and one liberal, talk politics on college radio? Your Brain on Politics happens.

Since the beginning of October, Dr. Colleen McDonough and Dr. Ramona Palmerio-Roberts have set aside one hour each week to discuss politics on WNUW 98.5, Neumann University radio. They have different views, opposing political philosophies, and yet, they are not at each other’s throats on air. In a refreshing departure from the current political climate of name-calling (she’s crooked vs. he’s crazy), McDonough and PalmerioRoberts like and respect each other.

“We share a lot of the same beliefs and values,” admits Palmerio-Roberts, a self-described religious liberal. “We just have different views about how to get there.”

McDonough, a moderate conservative, concurs. “Even when we completely disagree, we don’t get mad at each other.”

The psychological underpinning of the show is a shared belief that a phenomenon called “confirmation bias” is causing extreme polarization along political lines. Confirmation bias occurs when people look, almost exclusively, for information that confirms what they already believe. Think of rightwingers who listen only to Rush Limbaugh and Bill O’Reilly, or lefties who tune in solely to Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O’Donnell.

“When you talk about issues with or consume

information from people who share the same opinion, you become more entrenched in your views,” says Palmerio-Roberts. The result is an intensifying of the political polarization that adds to the vitriol that has dominated the 2016 elections.

“It’s important to be open to different opinions,” says McDonough. “Often Ramona will say things that make me re-evaluate my position. The result may be to strengthen my belief or make me more willing to modify my initial view.”

Another theme of Your Brain on Politics is the power of the media to influence opinion. Years ago, during the debate about the Affordable Care Act, the professors recall that Fox News consistently emphasized that 90% of Americans already had some form of health insurance (hinting that lack of coverage was a non-issue) while MSNBC stressed that 30 million people were not covered (hinting at a catastrophic situation). With the population of the United States at slightly more than 300 million, both statistics were accurate. It was the media emphasis that influenced viewer opinion, another example of how confirmation bias can polarize political camps.

“The goal of the show” explains McDonough, “is not to change people’s minds but to educate our listeners and help them become critical thinkers.”

Whether the visceral tone of politics in 2016 is caused by the media or whether profit-driven corporations are simply giving consum-

ers what they demand, Palmerio-Roberts is certain that one element absent from the current climate is

“healthy objectivity.” And that’s what Your Brain on Politics is all about.

Oxford finishes the season with two straight wins Oxford 35, Octorara 14

By Steven Hoffman Staff Writer

The Oxford Hornets finished the season on a high note last Friday night, defeating Octorara, 35-14, for their second straight victory. It was a gratifying conclusion to the 2016 campaign, especially for the 22 seniors on the roster who helped set the tone as the Oxford football program charted a new course during head coach Mike Means’ first two seasons.

“It’s great to send our seniors off that way,” Means said after the victory. “They have been working hard to bring our program back to respectability. I’m very proud of our players.”

Oxford put together a complete game at Octorara, winning the line of scrimmage battle on both sides of the ball. Many of Oxford’s seniors were key contributors throughout the game. Octorara threatened to score on its first drive of the game, but Mike Weber and Mykie Brown, two of Oxford’s senior defensive linemen, sacked quarterback Trent Pawling on a critical fourth down play that gave Oxford’s offense the ball at the 43-yard line.

Oxford quarterback Chandler England found one of his favorite targets, senior wide receiver Troy Brown, for an 11-yard gain that gave the Hornets a fresh set of downs. Tim Davis, Oxford’s talented running back, took the hand off the next play and rumbled

43 yards for a touchdown with 1:59 left to play in the second quarter.

Oxford pushed the lead to 14-0 after a 56-yard drive that was highlighted by a beautiful 20-yard slant pass from England to tight end Pat Kinsella, another Hornet senior. Brandon Holz contributed a nice 15-yard carry, and Davis finished the drive with an 11-yard touchdown run. Oxford was getting good blocking up front by Jared Tweed, Connor McMurrough, Josh Freese, George Tzanakis, and Brendan Chew, so Oxford’s runners had room to run. Kicker Ryan Hannum’s extra point made it 14-0 with 6:56 left to play in the second quarter.

Chew, playing at the outside linebacker position on defense, made a touchdown-saving tackle after Pawling found Scott Burridge on a screen pass over the middle that moved the ball 25 yards to the eight-yard line of Oxford. The Hornets’ defense made a stand, however, and four plays later they took over on downs with the 14-0 lead intact.

Oxford’s next drive started at their own fiveyard line, but a 25-yard gain on a pass from England to Brown on one play, and then a personal foul penalty against Octorara following an incomplete pass moved the ball close to midfield.

England connected with Holz on a seven-yard pass play, and then found Brown on back to back plays that

covered a total of 32 yards. Three plays after that, from the 17-yard line, England lofted another pass toward Brown, who was racing for the end zone. The ball hit a defender’s hands, but Brown pulled it in for the score, making it 21-0 with 13 seconds left in the second quarter.

Oxford made it 28-0 after Davis capped a 55-yard drive with a five-yard touchdown run with about seven minutes to go in the third quarter. It was Davis’ third touchdown of the night, and Means said that it was good to see him have a strong performance in his final game as a Hornet. He explained that Davis has worked hard to overcome some nagging injuries during the season.

The Hornets’ offense produced a fifth touchdown early in the fourth quarter after a 75-yard drive that featured the running of senior running back Cullen Jones. Jones finished the drive with a seven-yard touchdown run that was the culmination, his coach said, of a lot of hard work during his career at Oxford.

“He’s a good kid,” Means said. “He shows up and works hard at every single practice. He really deserved this game.”

Means said that seeing Jones score that touchdown was one of the highlights of his coaching career.

Octorara scored twice in the final minutes of the game as Nick Raabe hauled in a 23-yard pass and Jude

Unitis caught an 11-yarder to make it 35-14. After winning the first game of the season over Springfield Township, Octorara finished with a 1-9 record, while Oxford’s two victories in two games gave the Hornets a 3-7 overall record.

Oxford’s wins in the final two games illustrates the hard work that the players have put in, Means said, explaining that he thinks

the team has made the most improvement on the offensive and defensive lines.

“Last year, there were times when we got bullied up front. That hasn’t happened this year. We’ve started to get that mean streak that we need,” he explained.

The Oxford coach also said that England, a junior, has made great strides during the season.

“He’s done a lot of positive things for us,” Means said. “He plays with a lot of heart and a lot of moxie. I trust him with the ball in his hands.” England will likely be one of the leaders of the team when the Hornets take the field again in 2017.

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

A happy home

At Greenmore Farm, families find new love with once-unwanted dogs

By John Chambless Staff Writer

Sometimes, as he’s picking up dogs from shelters where they have been just hours away from death, Jack Merritt will get a lick on the hand and a joyful tail wag.

“I think it’s their way of saying, ‘Thanks,’” Merritt said. “I think they know they’re being rescued.”

Merritt, along with his partner, Julia Altman, run the Greenmore Farm Animal Rescue in West Marlborough Township. The six-acre property is surrounded by open fields and just big enough for a small home and plenty of room for the animals that are getting a second chance.

During a recent tour of the farm, Merritt stopped frequently to point out animals – small donkeys, peacocks, a pot-bellied pig, an emu, a miniature horse – that have joined the dozens of dogs that Greenmore specializes in. He and Altman find it hard to say no when someone calls about an animal that, through no fault of its own, is facing death unless someone steps in.

For instance, there’s Lilly, a thick-coated Great Pyrenees dog that strolls over to greet every visitor. She was surrendered to a shelter in West Virginia when her owners deemed her too large to take care of. That kind of attitude gnaws at Merritt. “What kind of person would pay four figures for a dog and not know how big it was going to get?” he said.

Some of the dogs that end up at Greenmore are purebreds, given to shelters because they don’t fit whatever expectations someone had. “I would say, ‘Never buy from a pet store, because every time you do that, you’re killing another dog somewhere,’” Merritt said.

Many of the dogs that end up at Greenmore start out at overcrowded shelters in the Appalachian region, where there is no widespread spaying and neutering program. There are, however, networks of concerned people nationwide who work on the ground with the shelters. When an adoptable dog is due for euthanasia, the call goes out. One organization picks up the dog, another may arrange

transportation to another site, or sometimes to Merritt, who owns a plane and can take perhaps a dozen dogs for a flight to Pennsylvania. Most of the dogs are brought in by ground transport, but for long distances, being able to fly them to New Garden Flying Field means many little lives can be saved. “It really takes a village,” he said. “It’s like a big bucket brigade among these various organizations.”

The dogs, Merritt said, don’t realize they’re flying, and take to the trip very well. One dog, he said, stood up in its cage and intently gazed at the ground, 9,000 feet below. “I wonder what she was thinking,” Merritt said, laughing. “Any dog that likes going somewhere likes flying.”

Greenmore specializes in small to medium-size dogs, and can take about 50 at maximum capacity, with the help of nearby foster families, Merritt said. Last week, there were a couple of dozen dogs in kennels, all of whom barked and wagged enthusiastically for visitors. There’s a separate room for puppies while they are given their inoculations, and evaluated for any diseases before being put up for adoption. Other dogs are given a pen to bounce around in, and they are all walked twice a day by a rotating staff of volunteers.

“We have four paid parttime employees,” Merritt said. “Two people take care of the grounds and stables, and two work in the kennel. And we have a core of eight or 10 volunteers who are here every week.”

Greenmore works with a

local vet for all inoculations and medical evaluations. In six years, every animal has been placed with a happy home, Merritt said, except eight “house dogs” who live there full-time. Lilly has taken to her role as the farm’s greeter and protector. She will stand on her hind legs and hug visitors around the neck with gentle affection. “Most of our personal dogs have had special needs, and they’ve just crawled their way into our hearts,” he said.

Merritt said his parents and Julie’s parents were “corporate gypsies,” and Julie went to school for nursing in Allentown. As a lifetime equestrian, she had always been eager to find a property large enough for her horses and to take in animals who needed a second chance. In 2010, she found the Greenmore property – which is modest compared to the surrounding farms – and started her dream job there. She still works as a nurse during the days, but every off hour is devoted to getting animals rescued. She and Jack have been partners for two years.

For Merritt, who still works as a management consultant, living in the midst of so much animal affection since he met Julia is endlessly rewarding. “It’s always fresh,” he said, smiling. “I’m a little bit like a dog in that respect. I live in the now.”

There’s no time limit on how long a dog can stay at Greenmore, although Merritt said sometimes they will swap a dog with another no-kill shelter where, for some reason, the new arrival is usually adopted right away.

There are two elderly dachsunds at Greenmore who were surrendered to a shelter when their owner died. Toothless but still lively, they are eligible for adoption, free of charge, to the right person. “Julie says there’s a lid for every pot, and we work hard to find the perfect match for each dog,” Merritt said. But the dogs can also live out their days at Greenmore if necessary.

At Greenmore, visitors can’t just drop in. Families are required to go online first to see photos of the dogs up for adoption, and fill out a request to visit. The visit is part of a thorough evaluation process to confirm that the dogs are going to good homes. There’s a fee required at the time of adoption that partially covers the costs of caring for the animals up to that point.

“At this point, we’re sort of breaking even,” Merritt said, smiling. “We have the dogs that are six months or older

spayed and neutered at the Chester County SPCA. Last year, we spent about $80,000 on vet bills. We rely on the fees and the kindness of our donors. But the goal is finding good homes for good dogs. We socialize the dogs. We train them to walk on a leash, that sort of thing.”

Merritt is proud of Greenmore’s record of success. “Last June, we had a celebration when we had adopted out 1,000 dogs,” he said. “We’re humming along. We get seven to 10 dogs a week coming in and going out. And in six years, we’ve managed to adopt out nearly every dog.”

Greenmore Farm Animal Rescue is a 501c3 charity. Financial donations and adult volunteers are needed. For more information, visit www. greenmorerescue.org.

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

Landenberg artist’s work to be featured at WCU

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

A retrospective celebrating the work of the late Landenberg artist Bernie Felch is on display at West Chester University. “Art Works! A Retrospective 1951-2008” will continue through Dec. 16 at the John H. Baker Gallery in the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts. The exhibition includes a substantive body of the artist’s work, including watercolors, oil paintings, pottery, marble sculpture, wood sculpture, ceramic sculpture, wall pieces and carved brick walls. The show is wrapped around the recent publication of “The Art

of Bernie Felch,” created by designer Jeff Smith, photographer Terence Roberts, Felch’s daughter Lindsey and Felch’s wife, Roz. In addition to an illustrated biography, the book includes essays from Margaret Winslow, curator of contemporary art at the Delaware Art Museum; painters Gus Sermas and Ruth Miller; and London architect Benedict O’Looney. Throughout his artistic life, Felch -- who died in 2008 -- exhibited his paintings, sculpture and ceramics in numerous solo and group shows in Delaware, Pennsylvania and New York, and several of his pieces are included in corporate, museum and

private collections.

After serving in the Army in Germany during World War II, he received a B.A. in 1946 from Williams College, with a double major in art and literature. He then attended the University of London in England. After returning to the U.S., he settled in Rochester, N.Y., where he studied with Bauhaus ceramic artist Franz Wildenhain, his lifelong mentor who gave him a strong background in all phases and formal techniques for working in clay. He then returned to France, where he studied at the Academie de la Grande Chaumiere and the Academie Julien in Paris. He then studied

in Florence, Italy at the Instituto del’Arte.

In addition to his work as an artist, Felch taught art at Eaglebrook School in Deerfield, Mass.; Shady Side Academy in Pittsburgh; The Tatnall School in Wilmington; and the University of Delaware, where he received his Masters of Fine Art. He then taught at Lincoln University for 21 years, where he was chairman of the Fine Arts Department.

After retiring from Lincoln, he taught ceramics at the Center for the Creative Arts in Yorklyn; The Urban Environmental Center in Wilmington; and gave many workshops in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

For more information about the book and the retrospective, contact Lindsey Felch at

Through Nov. 18

Fall Critters

Bats, witches, ghosts, turkeys, pumpkins and other seasonal home decor and tabletop items are available through Nov. 18 at the Brandywine River Museum of Art. Critters are ornaments and tabletop decorations, each made by hand using natural materials. Museum volunteers use raw materials such as pine cones, acorns, egg shells, flowers, and seed pods to give each critter its own personality and expression. They range from $10 to $50 and are available in the Museum Shop, which is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 610388-2700 or visit www. brandywinemuseum.org.

Nov. 5

Chicken barbeque

On Nov. 5, the Chatham United Methodist Church (3215 Gap Newport Pike, West Grove) is hosting a chicken barbeque from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Halfchickens will be available for $6.

Nov. 5

‘Hip Hop World Order’

The Hadley Fund presents a free lecture by Dr. James Peterson, “A Hip Hop World Order: Critical Listening, Visual Literacy & Verbal Prowess in the 21st Century” on Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. in the International Cultural Center at Lincoln University (1655 Baltimore Pike, Lincoln University). Peterson is the author of several books, and hosts “The Remix” on Philadelphia’s NPR affiliate, WHYY. He is a media commentator and

has appeared on MSNBC, Al-Jazeera, CNN, HLN, Fox News, and other networks as an expert on race, politics, and popular culture. He will be signing his books, “Hip Hop Headphones: A Scholar’s Critical Playlist” and “Prison Industrial Complex for Beginners,” after the lecture.

Nov. 5

Human trafficking report

The JuST Conference Report will be presented on Nov. 5 at 9:30 a.m. for the ACE (Advocating, Collaborating, Educating) Anti-Human Trafficking Alliance of Oxford. Officer Weaver of the Oxford Police Department will report on the materials covered during this conference, which ACE paid for him to attend in Arizona. Through the shared stories of survivors, learn the difference between domestic violence, abuse and sex trafficking. Refreshments will be served at 9 a.m. at the Oxford Senior Center (12 E. Locust St., Oxford). Email stopslavery@zoominternet. net or call 610-932-0337.

Nov. 6

Pirate Day

The Brandywine River Museum of Art (Route 1, Chadds Ford) holds its Pirate Day on Nov. 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with free admission all day. Create pirate-themed crafts, hunt for art treasures in the museum, experience “Storytime Peter Pan” presented by Hedgerow Theatre, and sing along with folk musician Rick Spencer and his seafaring songs relating to pirates and

the great days of sail. Pirate paintings by N.C. Wyeth, created for the 1911 edition of “Treasure Island,” are on view in the museum. Call 610-388-2700 or visit www.brandywine.org.

Nov. 12

Artisan Fair

The Episcopal Church of the Advent (401 N. Union St., Kennett Square) is hosting its Third Annual Artisan Fair on Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local artists will be selling their paintings, photography, jewelry, fused glass, woodworking, ceramics, textiles, sculptures and more. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.facebook. com/EpiscopalChurch oftheAdvent, or call 610-444-4624.

Nov. 13

Record Collectors show

The Keystone Record Collectors Music Expo will be held Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Continental Inn (2285 Lincoln Highway east, next to Dutch Wonderland, Lancaster). Dealers will be buying, selling and trading records, CDs and music memorabilia of all eras and genres. Admission is free. Call 610-932-7852 or visit www.recordcollectors.org.

Nov. 19

Christmas bazaar

The Assumption BVM School’s Craft Fair and Christmas Bazaar will be held Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Parish Center (290 State Rd., West Grove). There will be vendors, foods, The North Pole Workshop for children, high-end raffles and more. Call 610-869-9576 or visit www.abvmschoolwg.us.

Through Nov. 13

Jacalyn Beam solo show

Chadds Ford Gallery (Route 1, Chadds Ford) presents recent works by Jacalyn Beam, “Treats and Tricks,” through Nov. 13. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Call 610-388-2412 or visit www.awyethgallery.com.

Through Nov. 19

Sherrill Cooper at Bookplace

“Painting With Bravado,” a solo show by Sherrill Cooper, continues through Nov. 19 at Bookplace (2373 Baltimore Pike, Oxford). The book shop and gallery is open Fridays through Sundays. Visit www. bookplace.com.

Nov. 4 to 26

Sue Ciccone at Longwood Art Gallery

Longwood Art Gallery (200 E. State St., Kennett Square) is hosting “Serendipity,” featuring original landscapes and animal portraits by Sue Ciccone, from Nov. 4 to 26.

A reception with the artist will be held Nov. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. during the First Friday Art Stroll with wine, cheese and live music. For more information, call 610444-0146 or visit www. longwoodartgallery.com. Nov. 4

Art at Metamorphosis

Metamorphosis Wellness Center (331 E. State St., Kennett Square) is participating in Kennett Square’s First Friday Art Stroll on Nov. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m., featuring photography

by Nikki Hale and artwork by David Gillespie. The members of The Moxy have been working on a new project for the past few months and will be playing an acoustic set. The exhibition continues through Nov. 29. Call 610-444-8020 or visit www.metamorphosis wellnesscenter.net.

Nov. 4 to 23

Michele Green: ‘Over the Marsh’ The Station Gallery (3922 Kennett Pike, Greenville, Del.) hosts a show of new paintings by Michele Green, “Over the Marsh,” from Nov. 4 to 23. An opening reception with the artist will be held Nov. 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday from 9

a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 302-654-8638 or visit www. stationgallery.net. Through Nov. 11 ‘Art, Architecture and Archives’ The Oxford Arts Alliance (38 S. Third St., Oxford) presents “Art, Architecture and Archives” through Nov. 11. The exhibit includes works by CX Carlson and his contemporaries, art by Carlson students from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, displays from the Oxford Area Historical Association archives and more. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.oxfordart.org.

AARON T. MASON

Aaron Taylor Mason, 25, of Lincoln University, died suddenly on Oct. 24.

Born in Hartford, Conn., he was the son of Dennis and Sharyl (Bailey) Mason, and brother to Kathryn Mason of Bear, Del., and Christopher Mason of Newark, Del. He graduated from Avon Grove High School and the Technical College High School in 2010. He was a talented ASE certified auto mechanic who worked for a variety of shops, including Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix and Atlantic Tractor, as well as his own business, Advanced ATV. Aaron was passionate about all things mechanical. He was a professional and nationally ranked ATV racer, and a gifted musician who amazed all who heard him command any guitar he touched. He loved hard and deep, especially when he thought nobody was looking.

In addition to his parents and siblings, survivors include: his maternal grandparents, Donald and Elizabeth Dionne of North Windham, Conn., and James I. Bailey of Greensboro, N.C.; his paternal grandparents, Carroll and Priscilla Mason of Stafford Springs, Conn.; his fiancée, Kelsey McFadden and her children, Mia and Cash of Landenberg; his brother-in-law, Matthew Francis (Kathryn) and niece, Madeline; his sister-inlaw, Sadie Lueck (Christopher) and niece, Luna; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

Aaron will be missed by all who knew and loved him, but he will live in our hearts and his memory cherished always. A visitation with family and friends will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home (250 W. State St., Kennett Square). A service celebrating his life will follow at 6 p.m. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 3803 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203. To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, visit www. griecocares.com.

NANCY RUTH SNOW

Nancy Ruth Snow, 74, of Lincoln University, passed away on Oct. 26 at her home.

She was the wife of Leland Snow, with whom she shared 54 years of marriage. Born in Dover, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Velma Lecher Abel. Nancy enjoyed breeding bulldogs and loved showing them. She was a member of the American Kennel Club, Bulldog Club of America and Lenape Bulldog Club.

She is survived by her husband; son, Timothy Snow (Iris) of Colorado Springs, Colo.; daughter, Suzanne Rogalsky (Kenneth) of Jackson, N.J.; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 4 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. (86 Pine St., Oxford), where friends and family may visit from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Willow Tree Hospice, 616 E. Cypress St., Kennett Square, PA 19348; or Paoli Cancer Center, 255 W. Lancaster Ave., Paoli, PA 19301. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

Nov. 4 Movie night Redemptive Faith Community Fellowship (2617 Baltimore Pike, Nottingham) will host a public movie night on Nov 4 at 7 p.m. The film will be “God’s Not Dead.” Admission and refreshments are free.

Nov. 4 through Dec. 11 Gift shop

Oxford Presbyterian Church (6 Pine St., Oxford) hosts a Ten Thousand Villages Gift Shop on First Fridays from Nov. 4 to Dec. 2 from 5 to 8

p.m. Guest author Iris Gray Dowling will be displaying her children’s and history books. The shop is also open Saturdays and Sundays from Nov. 4 to Dec. 11 from 9

a.m. to 1 p.m., selling fair trade products from around the world. Proceeds benefit artisans in 35 countries. Call 610-932-9640 for more information.

Nov. 12

Pancake and omelet

breakfast

Shiloh Presbyterian Church

(42 S. Fifth St., Oxford) hosts its Pancake & Omelet Breakfast on Nov. 12 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Other items are included on the menu. Tickets at the door are $7 for adults, $5 for ages 4 to 11, free for children 3 and younger. For more information, call 610-932-9256.

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REX D. WARD, SR.

Rex Darrel Ward, Sr., 80, of Nottingham, passed away on Oct. 20 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the husband of Betty E. Murray Ward, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage. Born in Independence, Va., he was the son of the late Fred J. and Ruby D. Edwards Ward. Rex was a rural letter carrier for the Nottingham Post Office for 29 years. He was a Baptist by faith. He was a member of the Teamsters Union. He enjoyed fishing, riding tractors, raising cows, farming, gardening and growing fruit trees.

He is survived by his wife; sons Rex Darrel Ward, Jr. (Terry) of Quarryville, Steven Ward (Susan) of Rising Sun, Md., and Fred Ward (Carolyn) of Quarryville; two daughters, Suzette James (Chuck) of Trophy Club, Texas, and Roxanne Sgro (Al) of Broomall; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Edwards of Ohio.

Funeral services were held Oct. 25 at Nottingham Missionary Baptist Church (303 West Christine Rd., Nottingham, PA, 19362). Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the church. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

MERVIN J. KEEFER

Mervin J. Keefer, 86, of Wilmington, Del., passed away on Oct. 24 at Foulk Manor North Healthcare in Wilmington. He was the husband of Regina Derham Keefer, with whom he shared 26 years of marriage. His first wife, Margaret “Peggy” Hogg Keefer, passed away in 1988. Born in Chambersburg, Pa., he was the son of the late Walter and Mary Hoch Keefer. He was a bookkeeper at Waste Management in Kelton, Pa., for over 25 years, retiring in 2000. He was a member of the West Grove Presbyterian Church since 1945. He had also served as the church treasurer. He enjoyed playing golf, playing cards, traveling, gardening, and being with his family and friends.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Michael J. Keefer of Pittsburgh, Scott B. Keefer and his husband Alf of Philadelphia, and Troy S. Keefer of West Chester; one daughter, Terri Larzelere and her husband Ron of Kennett Square; two stepsons, Kevin Kelly of Blades, Del., and Chuck Kelly and his wife Peg of Phoenix, Ariz.; two stepdaughters, Betty McCoy and her husband Jimmy of Pennsville, N.J., and Peggy Majors and her husband Kevin of Newark, Del.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nine step-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren.

A funeral was held Oct. 31. Burial was in the New London Presbyterian Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a contribution in his memory may be made to the West Grove Presbyterian Church, 139 Evergreen Street, West Grove, PA 19390. Online condolences may be made by visiting www. griecocares.com.

VIRGINIA L. SAPP

Virginia (Jennie) L. Sapp, 66, of Oxford, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 27 at Lakeside at Willow Valley, Lancaster.

She was the wife of Kenneth S. Sapp, with whom she shared 48 years of marriage. Born in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late James P. and Mildred Price Slauch. Jennie was a member of Zion United Church of Christ in New Providence. She was a graduate of Oxford Area High School class of 1968. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and her grandchildren and family. We were honored to call this amazingly strong, selfless, beautiful, most loving person mom. She endured a battle with MS and cancer with dignity, perseverance and never complained. With a smile on her face…she made this world a better place.

She is survived by her husband; daughter, Aimee J. Smoker (Jarelle) of Willow Street; son, Kevin S. Sapp (Keri) of Lititz; five grandchildren, Erika Smoker, Julia Smoker, Caleb Smoker, Avery Sapp and Anna Sapp; and sister, Melissa J. Hostetter (William) of Oxford.

Funeral services were held Nov. 1. Interment was in Union Cemetery in Kirkwood. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Divine Sent Food Cupboard, 198 Barnsley Rd., Oxford, PA 19363. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

WILLIAM C. VERGOS

William Chris Vergos, 71, of Oxford, passed away on Oct. 17 at his home.

Born in West Grove, he was the son of the late Chris and Mary Vergos. He served in the U.S. Navy at Moffett Field, Calif., and Okinawa, Japan, with the Naval Reconnaissance Unit. Bill enjoyed programming computers, sports, crossword puzzles, and playing the guitar.

He is survived by a daughter; Adrienne Vergos of Clarksville, Tenn.; a brother, Peter Vergos of Oxford; and a stepdaughter, Natalie Barroso of Ann Arbor, Mich.

Services were private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, 90 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10016. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com

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Images of autumn and places you’ll recognize

By John Chambless Staff Writer

There’s a fine autumnal air to Jacalyn Beam’s show at the Chadds Ford Gallery, titled “Treats and Tricks,” but the subject matter spans more than pumpkins and fall scenes.

The generous cross-section of 54 paintings does have scenes from the Chadds Ford Pumpkin Carve (“Adjusting the Lights” and “Pumpkin Tea,” for instance), but the show is nicely weighted toward Beam’s depictions of Chester County farms and distinctive homes that will have you playing guess-the-location.

Among the nicer moments are “A Locust Grove Day,” with its strong depiction of a brilliant blue sky over a massive barn; and the lovely light and reflecting farm pond in “Indian Hannah Morning.”

There’s a nice icy darkness in “Winter Camp,” with its dots of starlight and tiny hints of warmth in the gloom; and there’s a wonderful sense of light and space in the ocean vista “Coming In,” with its soaring sky and endless horizon.

In contrast, there’s a warm summer light in “Grazing,” with the grazing cows depicted with the most sparing use of paint. “Coastline” is a fine shore view that makes the most of its small size. And the small vertical view of an open barn door, titled “Enter,” spotlights the ruddy glow of the pumpkins inside very effectively.

Overall, there’s a strong sense of Chester County in the show – both in the subject matter and in the way Beam captures the rambling buildings and distinctive scenery of the region. There are moments that pop with distinctive light and warmth, making this show well worth a visit.

“Treats and Tricks” continues through Nov. 13 at the Chadds Ford Gallery (1609 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford). Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Call 610-388-2412 or visit www.awyethgallery.com.

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

Popular ABS, Inc. Mortgage PassThrough Certificates Series 2004-5 VS DEFENDANT: THOMAS H. KUKODA and EILEEN S. KUKODA

SALE ADDRESS: 156 N. Walnut Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348

PLAINTIFF

N.B.

the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless

exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-749

Writ of Execution No. 2014-00901

DEBT $548,645.62

ALL THAT CERTAIN parcel of real estate in the Borough of Avondale, County of Chester, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as follows, to wit:

BEGINNING at a point at the southwesterly extremity of the arc of a curve having a radius of 35 feet which connects the northeasterly line of State Highway (50 feet wide) Route Number 215, and which has a bearing of south 44 degrees 00 minutes east, with the southerly line of State Highway (60 feet wide) Route No. 131 at a point of reverse curve, said beginning point being distant 22 feet northwardly and radially from the center line of railroad of The Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington Railroad Company, known as the Octorara Branch, Maryland Division; thence extending from said point the following 4 courses and distances to wit: (1) northeastwardly along said arc or connecting curve to the right having a radius of 35 feet the chord

order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM.

CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016.Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-765

Writ of Execution No. 2014-11779

DEBT $256,467.93

ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground situate in the Township of Lower Oxford, County of Chester and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, bounded and described according to a Plan of Property of Hopewell Enterprises Section I, made by H2 Engineering Associates, Inc. dated 10/16/78 and last revised 3/5/79 and recroded in the Office of the Records of Deeds under Plan Number 2208 as follows as wit:

his wife, by Deed dated 7/15/93 and recorded 8/4/93 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for the County of Chester, in Deed Book 3600, Page 0857, granted and conveyed unto Craig Brian Ellis and Lisa Evans Ellis, their heirs and assigns, as tenants by the entireties in fee.

PLAINTIFF: The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as trustee for the Certificate holders of the CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-9 VS DEFENDANT: CRAIG BRIAN ELLIS and LISA EVAN ELLIS and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

SALE ADDRESS: 122 Lower Hopewell Road, Oxford, PA 19363

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: SHAPIRO DeNARDO, 610-278-6800

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF

IMPROVEMENTS

PLAINTIFF: PNC Bank VS DEFENDANT: AVONDALE IQ., LLC

SALE ADDRESS: 72 Baltimore Pike, Avondale, PA 19311

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: UNRUH

TURNER BURKE & FREES, 610692-1371

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money

BEGINNING at a point on the northeasterly side of Lower Hopewell Road (T-312), said point being the northwest corner of this about to be described lot and the southwest corner of Section II; thence from said beginning point and extending along Section II, the two following courses and distances: (1) north 62 degrees 10 minutes 29 seconds east, 455.00 feet, to a point, said point being on the southwesterly side of a 20 feet wide drainage easement: (2) south 27 degrees 49 minutes 31 seconds east, 200.00 feet to a point a corner of Lot 4; thence along the same south 62 degrees 10 minutes 29 seconds west, 455.00 feet to a point on the northeasterly side of said Lower Hopewell Road; thence along the same north 27 degrees 49 minutes 31 seconds west, 200.00 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning.

CONTAINING 2.089 acres of land be the same more or less.

BEING Lot 5 as shown on said Plan.

BEING the same premises which John O. Hagy, Jr. and Hazel M. Hagy,

SALE NO. 16-11-786 Writ of Execution No. 2016-03471 DEBT $161,760.45

ALL THAT CERTAIN messuage and tract of land, situate in the Township of Elk, County of Chester and State of Pennsylvania, bounded and described in accordance with a survey made by Arthur Crowell, Registered Surveyor, dated March 1951, as follows, to wit:

BEGINNING in the middle of asphalt road leading from New London to Chrome, 199.40 feet north 15º 49’ west from a large black rock on the south side of said road; thence leaving road by line of land of Seth L. Burt and Warren D. Johnson, south 5º 17’ west, 121 feet and north 65º 23’ east, 264 feet and north 9º 11’ east, 142 feet to the middle of the aforementioned road; thence south 58º 59’ east, 269.3 feet to the place of beginning.

SUBJECT to all restrictions, exceptions, reservations, stipulations, conditions, right of way and easements of record.

SUBJECT to rights of the public and other entitled thereto in and to the use of that portion of the premises within the bounds of Chrome Road (LR I 5007).

SUBJECT to right of way granted to Southern Pennsylvania Power Company as in Misc. Deed Book 59, Page 380; Misc. Deed Book 69, Page 543 and Misc. Deed Book 71, Page 260.

BEING known as 1031 Chrome Road, Oxford, PA 19363

BEING same premises which John Paul Bowdle and Candida D. Bowdle, by Deed dated 12/1/2010 and recorded 12/20/2010 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Chester County in Deed Book 8078, Page 1114, granted and conveyed unto John Paul Bowdle.

PARCEL No.: 70-3-42

IMPROVEMENTS: residential property.

PLAINTIFF: Citizens Bank, N.A. f/k/a RBS Citizens, N.A. VS DEFENDANT: JOHN PAUL BOWDLE

SALE ADDRESS: 1031 Chrome Road, Oxford, PA 19363

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: GREGORY JAVARDIAN, LLC, 215-942-9690

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one

(21) days from the date of sale by 2PM.

CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-789 Writ of Execution No. 2016-03622 DEBT $341,333.04

ALL THAT CERTAIN, message, lot or piece of land situate on, in the Township of Franklin, County of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, bounded and described, as follows, to wit:

ALL THAT CERTAIN piece or parcel of land situate in Franklin Township, Chester County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, being Lot No. 13 Carriage Run, bounded and described as follows, to wit:

BEGINNING at a point on the southerly side of a 25 feet wide easement for ingress and egress for Lots 13 and 14, and in the line of said Lot 14, which point is the following three courses and distances from the northerly end or a 25 feet radius junction curve forming the intersection of the southwesterly side of Carriage Run Road, at 50 feet wide, with the northwesterly side of Route #841, at a 50 feet wide: along the said southwesterly side of Carriage Run Road the following three courses and distances: (1) north 44 degrees, 56 minutes 27 seconds west, 78.72 feet to a point of curvature; thence (2) in a northwesterly direction along a curve to the left the radius of which is 150 feet an arc length of 109.47 feet to a point of tangency; thence (3) and partly along the said southerly side of a 25 feet wide easement for ingress and egress north 86 degrees, 45 minutes, 16 seconds west, 487.32 feet to a point: (1) running along the said line of Lot 14 south 4 degrees, 50 minutes, 50 seconds west, 307.32 feet to a point in the line of lands of John S. Frank and in the center line of a 50 feet wide Colonial Pine Line Easement; thence thereby (2) north 85 degrees, 9 minutes, 10 seconds west, 182.76 feet to a point in the line of Lot 12; thence thereby

the following 2 courses and distances: (3) norm 4 degrees, 50 minutes, 50 seconds east, 302.21 feet to a point on the aforesaid southerly side of a 25 feet wide easement for ingress and egress; thence thereby (4) south 86 degrees, 45 minutes, 16 seconds east, 182.83 feet to a point and place of beginning.

BEING UPI Number 72-04L-0017

PARCEL No.: 72-04L-0017

BEING known as:.126 Carriage Run Drive, Lincoln University, PA 19352

BEING the same property conveyed to Joseph L. Beitler, Jr. and Kristi D. Mizenko, no marital status shown who acquired title, with rights of survivorship, by virtue of a deed from Wachovia Bank, N.A., F/K/A First Union National Bank, a Florida Corporation, dated March 16, 2004, recorded April 8, 2004, at Official Records Volume 6115, Page 633, Chester County, Pennsylvania records.

PLAINTIFF: LSF8 Master Participation Trust VS

DEFENDANT: JOSEPH L. BEITLER, JR., aka JOSEPH BEITLER; KRISTI D. MIZENKO, aka KRISTI MIZENKO

SALE ADDRESS: 126 Carriage Run Drive, Lincoln University, PA 19352

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MANLEY

DEAS KOCHALSKI, LLC, 614-220-5611

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM.

CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-813

Writ of Execution No. 2013-11801 DEBT $6,878.06

ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground with the building and improvements thereon erected, hereditaments and appurtenances, situate in the Township of Penn, County of Chester and State of Pennsylvania.

TAX Parcel No. 58-3-33.2

PLAINTIFF: Penn Township VS DEFENDANT: JAMES McANANY and SYLVIA McANANY

SALE ADDRESS: 78 Allsmeer Drive, West Grove, Pennsylvania 19390

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: JASON J. LEININGER, ESQ., 484-690-9300

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all

ATTORNEY: PHELAN HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP, 215-563-7000

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t Sheriff Sale of Real Estate By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in

accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-849 Writ of Execution No. 2016-01495 DEBT $175,029.47

ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground situate in West Nottingham Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, bounded and described according to a Final Subdivision Plan of Property owned by Paul E. Jones, Jr. and Bernice T. Jones, dated March 18, 1993 last revised May 19, 1993 and recorded in the Recorder of Deeds Office at West Chester, Pennsylvania in Plan No.12112 as follows, to wit:

BEGINNING at a point on the title line in the bed of Fremont Road (T-305) a corner of land now or formerly of Thomas E. and Melissa A. Price, thence from the

and extending along Fremont Road south 8

to a

utes 46 seconds west, 163.12

a

Fremont Road,

of

and

onds west, 291.48 feet to a point in line of lands now or formerly of Riley and Mary J. Greer, thence extending along said lands, north 43 degrees 31 minutes 9 seconds east, 295.35 feet to an iron pipe in line of lands of Thomas E. and Melissa A. Price, aforesaid, thence extending along said lands, south 40 degrees 4 minutes 8 seconds east, re-crossing Fremont Road, 159.58 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning. BEING Lot 1 on said Plan. CONTAINING 1.0807 acres more or less BEING Parcel #68-5-34.1 ALSO known as 558 Fremont Road,

2, thence

the westerly

filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-850 Writ of Execution No. 2015-03902 DEBT $141,272.95

ALL THAT CERTAIN, message, lot or piece of land situate on, in the Borough of West Grove, County of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, bounded and described, as follows, to wit:

ALL THAT CERTAIN messuage and tract of land, known as No. 19 Townview Drive, in the Borough of West Grove, County of Chester and State of Pennsylvania, described according to a Plan of Heather Heights, Building Group C made by George E. Regester Jr. and Sons Inc. Registered Land Surveyors, Kennett Square Pa. dated July 22, 1976 and revised September 21,1976 and recorded as Chester County Plan No 682 as follows to wit:

BEGINNING at

of

Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-HE1 VS DEFENDANT: GREGORY P. RUSSELL SALE ADDRESS: 51 Abby Road, Avondale, PA 19311

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: KML LAW GROUP, P.C., 215-627-1322

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t Sheriff Sale of Real Estate By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-854 Writ of Execution No. 2015-06218 DEBT $243,516.57

ALL THAT CERTAIN messuage and tract of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate on the north side of Locust Street, and numbered 363 Locust Street, in the Borough of Oxford, Chester County, Pennsylvania, bounded and described in accordance with survey made June 17, 1942, by Arthur Crowell, Registered Surveyor, as follows:

TAX I.D. #: 6-4-152

PLAINTIFF: Fifth Third Mortgage Company VS DEFENDANT: WILLIAM J. BAILLIE and REBECCA A. BAILLIE

SALE ADDRESS: 29 West Locust Street, Oxford, Pennsylvania 19363

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, P.C., 215790-1010

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-868 Writ of Execution No. 2015-08336 DEBT $199,854.23

PROPERTY situate in the New London Township, Chester, County, Pennsylvania

BLR# 71-1-14 thereon:

IMPROVEMENTS residential dwelling

PLAINTIFF: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. VS DEFENDANT: RACHEL HOPE MALOLIE, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF JERRY G. MALOLIE, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER JERRY G. MALOLIE, DECEASED SALE ADDRESS: 2107 Newark Road, West Grove, PA 19390-9553

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: PHELAN

HALLINAN DIAMOND & JONES, LLP,

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester Co. and is due twenty-one (21) days from the date of sale by 2PM. CAROLYN B. WELSH, SHERIFF 10p-26-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writ directed to Carolyn B. Welsh, Sheriff, will be sold at public sale, in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, announced on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11AM prevailing time, the herein-described real estate. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file in her office located in the Chester County Justice Center, Office of the Sheriff, 201 W Market Street, Suite 1201, West Chester, Pennsylvania, a Schedule of Distribution on Monday, December 19, 2016. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed hereto within ten (10) days thereafter.

SALE NO. 16-11-857 Writ of Execution No. 2015-04666 DEBT $460,547.74

ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground, situate in New Garden Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, bounded and described according to the Final Subdivision Plan of “Auburn Hills”, made by Hillcrest Associates, Inc., dated September 23, 2002, last revised November 21, 2002, and recorded in Chester County as Plan No. 16614, as follows, to-wit;

BEGINNING at a point on the northeasterly side of Lavender Hill Lane the four following courses and distances:

(1) On the arc of a circle curving to the left, having a radius of 85.00 feet the arc distance of 64.39 feet to a point of reverse curve;

(2) On the arc of a circle curving to the right having a radius of 30.00 feet the arc distance of 59.19 feet to a point of tangent;

(3) North 01 degrees 47 minutes 26 seconds east 69.55 feet to a point of curve; and

(4) On the arc of a circle curving to the right having a radius of 675.00 feet the arc distance of 133.26 feet to a point a corner of Open Space, thence extending along same the two following courses and distances:

(1) South 89 degrees 42 minutes 52 seconds east 110.60 feet to a point;

(2) South 60 degrees 34 minutes 48 seconds east 132.46 feet to a point a corner of Lot 19, thence extending along said Lot, south 40 degrees 36 minutes 45 seconds west 217.64 feet to the first mentioned point and place of beginning.

CONTAINING 0.906 acres more or less.

BEING Lot 18 on said Plan.

BEING the same premises as Wilkinson Heritage, L.L.C., a Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company, by Deed dated April 13, 2005 and recorded on April 19, 2005, by the Chester County Recorder of Deeds in Deed Book 6466, at Page 1556, granted and conveyed unto F. Peter Jordan, Jr., and Sydney Lickle Jordan, as Tenants by the Entireties.

BEING known and numbered as 114 Lavender Hill Lane, Landenberg, PA 19350.

TAX Parcel No. 60-005-0015.1200.

PLAINTIFF: Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB VS DEFENDANT: SYDNEY L. JORDAN a/k/a SYDNEY LICKLE JORDAN and F. PETER JORDAN, JR., a/k/a FREDERICK PETER JORDAN

SALE ADDRESS: 114 Lavender Hill Lane, Landenberg, Pa. 19350

PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: STERN & EISENBERG, 215-572-8111

N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase money must be paid at the time and place of sale. 10% payment must be paid in cash, certified check or money order made payable to the purchaser or Sheriff of Chester Co. The final payment must be made payable to Sheriff of Chester