🚨 Furniture Store Owners Face New Theft Charges

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🚨 Chester County Furniture Store Owners Face New Charges in Alleged Theft Case

🏁 Coatesville Grand Prix Boosts City's Future with $10,000 Donation

⛺️ Chester County Parks and Preservation Department Announces Fee Schedule Update

🪷 Longwood Gardens Continues Du Pont Legacy with Acquisition of Granogue Estate

📆 Upcoming Local Events

Chester County Furniture Store Owners Face New Charges in Alleged Theft Case

The owners of Chester County furniture store M. Kaplan Interiors, Mathew and Margaret Kaplan, are facing new charges related to alleged theft from a customer. The defense attorney has requested a trial continuation until March, citing a lack of case materials from previous prosecutors. Customers in East Whiteland Township claim to have ordered expensive furniture from the store but never received the items. The Kaplans are charged with deceptive business practices, theft, and receiving stolen property. The total reported losses from at least 15 victims amount to $232,683. The family-owned business, operating since 1922, is accused of widespread consumer fraud.

Coatesville Grand Prix Boosts City's Future with $10,000 Donation

The Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix (CIVGP) has donated $10,000 to the Coatesville Parks & Recreation Commission for the second consecutive year. The check was presented during the City Council's inaugural 2024 meeting, with the funds aimed at supporting youth development initiatives, park activities, and educational programs. This donation underscores the CIVGP's commitment to Coatesville's future and strengthens the symbiotic relationship between the event and the city.

Chester County Parks and Preservation Department Announces Fee Schedule Update

The Parks + Preservation Department has updated its fee schedule for the first time in years, with the new rates taking effect on February 1, 2024. The revision followed a review of rental rates at County Parks in southeastern PA, and it includes camping and pavilion rentals, which can be reserved up to a year in advance. See the new fees here

Longwood Gardens Continues Du Pont Legacy with Acquisition of Granogue Estate

Longwood Gardens is set to acquire the Granogue estate, valued at a minimum of $50 million. The 505-acre property, previously owned by the late Irénée du Pont Jr., will be preserved as open space. The agreement, facilitated by the Conservation Fund, continues the historic connection between Longwood Gardens and the du Pont family. The exact details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, and the estate is not yet open to the public.

Upcoming Local Events…

• Coatesville Senior Scam Jam - Jan 24th, 1pm-2pm

• Downingtown WINTER farmers market - Jan 27th 10am-12pm

• Business Showcase and Art Expo - Feb 17th, 11:30am-4pm

• Kennett Winterfest - Feb 24th, 12:30pm-4pm