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KENNETT SQUARE — On a Sunday with blue skies and bright sunshine, people from across Pennsylvania united with regional supporters and dedicated locals to witness a moment in his and her story — the people’s story.
The Kennett Library, an all-new $22 million facility, held its grand opening celebration on August 27. Approximately a thousand people attended the event which spanned several hours.
The festivities began with a ceremonial book pass to the new Kennett Library at 320 E. State St. from the former venue 216 E. State St. on August 27 in Kennett Square. An estimated 100 people took part, passing books down the street with plenty of smiles and laughter along the way.
As the book pass procession continued, the heritage of the Lenape people took center stage with a ceremonial vocal and drum performance by Chief Chuck Gentlemoon DeMund of Stroudsburg, Monroe County.
He is the chief of ceremonies of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania.
During the ceremonial performance, DeMund called on the Creator 12 times to complete a sacred blessing of the Kennett Library.
Pennsylvania has never acknowledged the Lenape as this land’s indigenous people.
Kennett Library representative Lou Florence accepts books for the Lenape collection. (JEN SAMUEL – DAILY LOCAL NEWS)
People pass books to the new Kennett Library at 320 E. State St. from the former venue 216 E. State St. on August 27 in Kennett Square. (JEN SAMUEL – DAILY LOCAL NEWS)
People pass books to the new Kennett Library at 320 E. State St. from the former venue 216 E. State St. on August 27…
The University Park Undergraduate Association voted by majority to support the recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Penn State’s calendar and a land acknowledgement statement being put in the university syllabi.
Penn State’s campuses are located on the original homelands of the Erie, Haudenosaunee (Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk and Tuscarora), Lenape (Delaware Nation, Delaware Tribe, Stockbridge-Munsee), Monongahela, Shawnee (Absentee, Eastern and Oklahoma), Susquehannock and Wahzhazhe (Osage) Nations.
“Omitting Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a recognized holiday on the Pennsylvania State University Holiday Calendar means that these students are being omitted from the Penn State Community, as well,” according to the resolution.
The UPUA resolution asked the university registrar to recognize Oct. 9, 2023 as Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
The resolution also asked the Faculty Senate to include the land acknowledgement in the university’s syllabi and excuse students from missed classes due to cultural and religious days and events, including Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Three members of the executive board of the Indigenous Peoples’ Student Association brought this issue to the attention of the UPUA and spoke at Wednesday’s meeting.
“This is just the beginning, we have so much more to fix and add on to this,” Kayla Cwalina, a member of the Lakota nation, said.
Cwalina, a third-year studying criminology and education in rehabilitation and human services, said the resolution is “a step in the right direction” to get “some sort of semblance of our nations, heritage, and culture back.”
Adriana Peterson, a member of the Navajo and Menominee nations, said the university should do what it can.
“All you can do is reconcile and, going forward, figure out how you are going to fix this problem that you have created,” Peterson, a second-year studying media studies, said.
Timothy Benally, a member of the Navajo nation, said Indigenous People are still here and highlighted the importance of the land acknowledgement statement.
“It shouldn’t…
‘Rise Together for Safety & Justice’, Elizabeth Freeman Center’s (EFC) annual fall fundraiser
Berkshire— Starting on Monday, September 11th, Elizabeth Freeman Center’s (EFC) annual fall fundraiser, “Rise Together for Safety & Justice”, will take place across the county.
EFC is the county’s frontline agency providing free, confidential services to almost 4,500 survivors (and their children) of domestic violence and sexual assault annually. Violence prevention programs are offered to another 600 youth and staff in schools across the county. EFC services are accessible 24 hours a day every day via the toll-free hotline, 866-401-2425. Other services include: shelter, emergency transportation, counseling, court advocacy, Safe Pet, supervised visitation, and specialized services for immigrants, LGBQT+ persons, disabled people, and rural survivors. Offices are located in North Adams, Pittsfield, and Great Barrington.
To support the work of the center, six walks are scheduled across the county as follows:
In Pittsfield on Monday, September 11th, meet at Persip Park at the corner of Columbus Avenue and North Street. In Lenox on Thursday, September 14th, meet at Roche Reading Park next to Lenox Library on Main Street. In North Adams on Tuesday, September 19th, meet at City Hall on Main Street. In Great Barrington on Wednesday, September 20th, meet in front of Town Hall on Main Street. In Lee on Thursday, September 21st at 5:30 p.m., meet on the green next to Town Hall on Main Street. In Williamstown on Wednesday, September 27th meet in front of Tunnel Street Café on Spring Street. All walks start at 5:30 p.m, except for the walk in Great Barrington which starts at 4:30 p.m.
Visit EFC online to make a donation or register as an individual or as a team. Invite your friends, families, and colleagues to support you as you walk to ensure safety and justice for all Berkshire residents. For more…
DeWanna Bonner and Jordin Canada will duke it out when the Connecticut Sun (25-12) play the Los Angeles Sparks (16-21) at Mohegan Sun Arena on Tuesday, September 5 at 7:00 PM ET.
Connecticut fell short of victory by a final score of 89-58 versus New York last time out. The team was led by Tiffany Hayes’ 11 points and Olivia Nelson-Ododa’s 10 points. With a final score of 72-64, Los Angeles defeated Washington the last time out. Layshia Clarendon led the team (15 PTS, 3 STL, 44.4 FG%).
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Sun vs. Sparks Game Time and Info
- Who’s the favorite?: Sun (-350 to win)
- Who’s the underdog?: Sparks (+275 to win)
- What’s the spread?: Sun (-7.5)
- What’s the over/under?: 156.5
- When: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
- Where: Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut
- TV: Twitter, NBCS-BOS, and Spectrum Sports
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Sun Season Stats
- The Sun are averaging 82.4 points per game this season (fifth-ranked in WNBA), but they’ve really shined defensively, allowing only 79 points per contest (best).
- Connecticut is grabbing 33.5 boards per game (eighth-ranked in league). It is allowing 34.2 rebounds per contest (fifth-ranked).
- The Sun have been one of the top teams in the league in terms of assists, as they are delivering 20.6 per game (third-best in WNBA).
- Connecticut is thriving in terms of turnovers, as it ranks second-best in the league in turnovers committed (12.3 per game) and best in forced turnovers (14.8 per contest).
- With a 36.1% three-point percentage this season, the Sun are third-best in the WNBA. They rank sixth in the league…
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POCOPSON TWP., Penn. — The manhunt continues for a convicted murderer who escaped the Chester County Prison in Pocopson Township, Pennsylvania.
Federal and local law enforcement have been searching for 34-year-old Danelo Cavalcante since his 8:50 a.m. escape on Thursday.
He was recently spotted around 1:43 a.m. Saturday on surveillance video on the 1800 block of Lenape Road in Pocopson Township. It’s about 1.5 miles from the prison.
He was observed wearing pants, a white T-shirt and white sneakers, and he had a backpack.
Authorities believe that he’s been wearing prison-issued pants and prison-issued shorts underneath when he escaped on August 31. They do not know at this time where he obtained the backpack.
“His appearance has remained unchanged,” District Attorney Deb Ryan said during a Saturday press conference.
Police have responded to well over 100 tips from neighbors in the area, including allegations of possible break-ins to residential homes in the vicinity, within a one to two-mile radius of the prison.
Around 11:30 p.m. Friday, one resident reported an attempted burglary on the 1000 block of Ballintree Lane in Pocopson Township. It’s still unclear if it was Cavalcante.
“We are requesting that residents in the area of Pocopson Township remain inside. Lock your doors, lock your cars. He is still considered an extremely dangerous individual. There is evidence to suggest that he’s still in that local residence. We do not believe he has gotten more than one to two miles away from the prison,” said Ryan.
“We believe we are getting closer to locating the suspect at this time, and we are narrowing the scope of our search,” Ryan added.
Convicted for stabbing former girlfriend
Cavalcante was convicted of first-degree murder on Aug. 16 for fatally stabbing his former girlfriend, Deborah Brandao, 38…
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Delaware, the First State in the Union, may be small in size, but it has been home to a notable array of individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields. In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to seven famous Delawareans who have left an indelible mark in areas ranging from politics and sports to entertainment and literature.
Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States, has strong ties to Delaware, where he served as a U.S. Senator for 36 years. His presidency marks a historic moment in American politics.
Elena Delle Donne, a professional basketball player, was born in Wilmington. Her accolades include WNBA MVP awards, Olympic gold medals, and a reputation as one of the league’s top players.
Aubrey Plaza, the versatile actress and comedian, hails from Wilmington. Her deadpan humor and acting talents have made her a standout in both film and television, with roles in “Parks and Recreation” and “Ingrid Goes West.”
Howard Pyle, an influential illustrator and author, lived in Wilmington and founded the Brandywine School of art. His work had a significant impact on American illustration and storytelling.
Valerie Bertinelli, a well-known actress and television personality, was born in Wilmington. Her career includes roles in popular TV shows like “One Day at a Time” and “Hot in Cleveland.”
George Thorogood, the renowned blues-rock musician, was born in Wilmington. He and his band, The Destroyers, are known for hits like “Bad to the Bone” and have a dedicated fan base.
The Delaware Tribe of Indians, an indigenous people with a rich history in Delaware, has made significant contributions to preserving their heritage and culture. They continue to have a presence in the state and the broader Native American community.
These seven famous Delawareans represent the state’s diverse contributions to politics, sports, entertainment, and the arts….
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Indigenous culture was proudly on display during the 51st Delaware Nation Competition Powwow.
Published Sep 02, 2023 • Last updated 22 hours ago • 2 minute read
Jasper Jamieson, 9, of London, who comes from Beausoleil First Nation in the southern tip of Georgian Bay on Christian, Beckwith and Hope Islands, was showing his dancing skills during the 51st Delaware Nation Competition Pow Wow in Moraviantown on Saturday. (Ellwood Shreve/Chatham Daily News)
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MORAVIANTOWN – Indigenous culture was proudly on display during the 51st Delaware Nation Competition Powwow.
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A large crowd gathered Saturday for the grand entry to launch the two-day weekend event that featured many categories of dancing, along with a drumming competition.
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For the second straight year, 29-year-old Miranda Cryle-Huff was honoured to be the head female dancer at the powwow.
“It’s awesome,” she said “It’s my home community, so I love representing them.”
Miranda Cryle-Huff, the head female dancer at the 51st annual Delaware Nation Competition Powwow in Moraviantown, takes part in an intertribal dance at the event Saturday. (Ellwood Shreve/Chatham Daily News) jpg, CD, apsmc
Cryle Huff said it was gratifying to see such a large crowd at the event, including many non-Indigenous people.
“Everybody is welcome,” she said. “We keep it open for everyone to come and enjoy and to get to know our culture and celebrate with us.
“It’s a good feeling, too,” she added.
For participants, the powwow is not only a good time to share with…