Kennett Square hires police officer with local ties

Former part-timer Jeremiah Boyer moves to full-time position By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Kennett Square Police Officer Jeremiah D. Boyer prepares to be sworn in by Mayor Matt Fetick as his proud 5-year-old daughter Ilana holds the Bible. When a vacancy occurred in the Kennett Square Borough Police Department this past summer, a part-time officer wanted to fill it; however,...

Bountiful birthday wishes for beloved centenarian

About 100 gather to celebrate Kennett Square man’s 100th  By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Mike DiPietro reads the many greetings that he received on his 100th birthday. On Sunday, people celebrated from as far away as Italy – jubilantly singing birthday wishes on the computer. The more fortunate revelers traveled to Kennett Square from near and far, including Boston. A...