A True Gentleman and Community Notes
A letter commends a man who stayed with a stray dog on I 95 near Crozer for two hours despite arrivals of animal control and police, and another note thanks Clayton Farms neighbors as the writer vows to pick up trash again. The S P C A Alternate recalls Dorsey and Glenn Miller, praising big bands and legacy.
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I-95
Crozer
Animal Control
Chester
Clayton Farms
Prospect Park
Dorsey
Glenn Miller
Local concerns over drug activity and potholes prompt action call
A Folcroft resident argues schools should close speed traps and focus on drug hotspots and pothole repairs. He cites road hazards on Carter Heather and Taylor Drives, recounts a bike accident, and urges borough action to fix roads and curb drug activity.
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Folcroft
Carter Road
Heather Road
Taylor Drive
Motorcycle Riders on Wood Drive Drawn Locals’ Concern
Residents of Linwood express worry over youths speeding bikes on Wood Drive. They urge removal or restrictions to prevent potential injuries, noting several young riders but few safeguards. Local authorities have yet to enact visible enforcement or controls.
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Wood Drive
Linwood
Chi school board scrutiny over Linwood Elementary maintenance concerns
Community member questions district awareness of Linwood Elementary within the bound district and criticizes missed lawn care. They query lawn equipment, contractor use, and overtime costs, suggesting a nine mill increase may cover lawn services and urging action to protect the school’s condition.
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Chi School
Linwood
Local Folcroft Neighbor Voices Frustration Over Youths
A Folcroft resident vents anger about groups of youths gathered near Carter Road. The speaker condemns drinking and disturbance from the corner, calling for action to curb the behavior.
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Carter Road
Folcroft
Proud to Be a Police Officer Editorial Plea
A outspoken appeal urges the public to support law enforcement, defend police presence at places like Tom Jones and Dunkin Donuts, and recognize citizens as the eyes and ears of the police. It argues against constant criticism and stresses personal responsibility when emergencies arise.
Upper Darby residents praise local police effort
A resident voices strong support for Upper Darby police, praising their work and expressing pride in being a citizen of Upper Darby. The note emphasizes respect and appreciation for the cops serving the town.
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Upper Darby
Local Daily Times critique echoes sorely misspelled words
A reader voices disappointment in the Daily Times for being a local paper with numerous spelling errors and incomplete stories especially in the horse racing section, noting dated content and gaps in coverage.
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Daily Times
Amy Carter Page in Congress sparks debate at Collingdale
A letter from a concerned resident supports Amy Carter as a Congress page while criticizing wealth and job fairness. The writer urges action on village parking, appealing to the mayor of Marcus Hook to repurpose lots and reduce on street congestion. The message closes with a call to be a concerned citizen.
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Amy Carter
Congress
Marcus Hook
Daily Times Sound Off Column Praised as Best Yet
The Daily Times readers hail the sound off column as its strongest installment yet, noting sharp wit and timely community voice across multiple issues.
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The
Daily Times
Handicapped Parking Plate Rile Reader Over Misuse
A caller vents frustration at a woman with a handicapped license plate who appeared not to be disabled. The dispute centers on eligibility and respect for true handicapped parking privileges. The exchange highlights frustration with perceived abuse and prompts calls for proper use.
Readers Letter on Local Issues and Pets
A citizen criticizes anti everything opponents and praises the paper for coverage. A second reader defends cats in Linwood Park and a third complains about beagle dogs tearing up trash on Bennington Road in Falcroft. The dog owner responds with a sharp remark.
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Bill Dunn
Bennington Road
Falcroft
Bethel Township Sound Off: Readers Speak Their Minds
A reader urges calm after a neighbor was shot at, criticizing gun violence and calling for responsible behavior. The Daily Times invites public opinion via a call line, encouraging concise, strong statements from residents.
Weather brief for Chester and Wilmington area
Partly sunny today with highs 75 to 80. Winds southwest 5 to 15 mph. Tonight cloudy with lows upper 50s to low 60s. Wednesday showers possible in the afternoon with highs in the 70s. Thursday mostly cloudy with highs 75 to 80 and lows upper 50s to low 60s. Friday chances of rain. 4:30 p.m. Monday temperature 70. Air quality good with ozone noted. Sunrise 5:32 a.m. Sunset 8:31 p.m. Delaware River at Chester tide times listed.
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Chester
Wilmington
Community Members Named in Public Notice List
Winifred M. Newlove, Robert M. Johnston, Winifred T. McDermott Sweeney, Elizabeth G. Smith, Donato Rubino, Robert H. Wagner, Patrick W. Van Roy, Mary H. Kehoe are listed in the official notice. The document records individuals associated with the filing or eligibility matter and preserves their names for archival reference.
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Winifred M. Newlove
Robert M. Johnston
Winifred T. McDermott Sweeney, Eliz
Abeth G. Smith
Donato Rubino
Robert H. Wagner
Patrick W. van Roy
Mary H. Kehoe
June 15 1962 Historical Facts and Births
On this date in history Benjamin Franklin demonstrated electricity lightning relation in 1752 while a General Slocum steamboat fire killed 1021 in 1904. Bykovsky orbited Earth 81 times in 1963. Scottish author Buchan offered a debt thought for the day. Edvard Grieg born June 15, 1843. Zodiac, celestial bodies noted for the day. Mercury Venus morning stars. Mars Jupiter Saturn evening stars. Gemini birth sign noted.
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Mercury
Venus
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Edvard Grieg
Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia
General Slocum
East River
New York
Japan
Eisenhower
Tokyo
Valery Bykovsky
Earth
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Collingdale High School
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Bethel Township
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Delaware River
John Buchan
Elkins Gulf & Western
Ye & Co
State St
Media
IBM
Litton
Atlantic-Richfield
Ye Sun Co
Bally Migs
Me Tw A
Bethlehem Steel
Boeing Co
Upjohn British-Petroleum
Warner Comm
London
Sir- General Electric
General Motors
Wer
Gulf Oil
Pennsylvania
Daily Number
Denn Tee
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