Delco Sheriff Department receives grant to get on-site ID equipment
MEDIA » Delaware County Sheriff Jerry Sanders Jr. recently announced that his office received a grant from the Pennsylvania State Police to acquire a state-ofthe-art Evolution Multimodal Biometric Identification System device to allow Deputy Sheriffs to ID fugitives from any location.
The Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association, in cooperation with the Pennsylvania State Police, provided the Sheriff’s Office with handheld fingerprint scanners and a dedicated secure cellular network to connect to a secure law enforcement server which connects to the State Police Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and the FBI Repository for Individuals of Special Concern (RISC).
Up until this point, individuals apprehended during a warrant service whose identity was questioned would be brought back to a police facility where they would be fingerprinted and their identity confirmed.
With this new device, the positive ID can be established at the site of the apprehension. Sheriff Sanders stated, “The introduction of this new technology is an important addition to our office’s resources in service to the residents of Delaware County. It will enable our supervisors to properly identify fugitives quickly and get them off of the streets without delay.”
Training is being provided to supervisors of the Sheriff’s Office Warrant Unit. Mike Ricci from Dataworks Plus conducted a training session recently at the Courthouse.
Rachel Kohl Library offers ‘1000 books before kindergarten’
Families are invited to join the “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” program at Rachel Kohl Community Library, 687 Smithbridge Rd, Glen Mills.
The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading just one book a night, families can reach the 1,000-book goal in three years and provide their children essential early literacy skills.
The program is available to all families with children between the ages of birth and five years. Registration is open at the library. For more information, call the library at 610-358-3445, or visit our website, www. kohllibrary.org
Research shows that the most reliable predictor of school success is being read to during early childhood. Reading also increases children’s vocabulary and often promotes a lifelong fondness for books and reading.
Annual candlelight vigil to remember those lost to suicide
In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, Survivors of Suicide, Inc. and M.E. Carpenter for Suicide Awareness will hold a candlelight memorial 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 10 in the Rose Tree Park Amphitheater, 1671 N. Providence Rd. in Upper Providence Twp.
The rain date is Thursday, Sept. 13. The annual event has gathered anywhere from 150-300 people from the tri-state area coming together to honor and remember loved ones lost to suicide. It has become a safe place for many to come together to find hope, comfort and support.
The evening consists of speakers, music, balloon release, Life Keeper Memory quilts, presentation of the MaryEllen Carpenter Award, reading of names and candle lighting. Those who would like to attend or have their loved ones name remembered should contact the event organizer with the number of people attending and loved one’s name. This helps in preparation of the event and having enough candles/balloons.
Suicide Prevention Week for 2018 is set for September 9-15. Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States with one suicide occurring on average every 11.9 minutes. Suicide in the United States has reached some of the highest levels in nearly 30 years, with increases in every age group.
The biggest increase has been seen in middle aged adults, ages 45-60. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among 15 to 24-year-olds. It is estimated that 5.1 million living Americans have attempted to kill themselves.
Free program to help underemployed and unemployed vets
Delaware County Community College is offering a free educational and training program to help veterans find employment in regional high-demand, highpriority occupations.
Participants can choose from certificate programs ranging from 15 to 43 credits, which can then be applied to higher level coursework or an Associate in Applied Science degree. Following an assessment of academic readiness, participants will work with one of the College’s career coaches to select a course of study.
Programs include, but are not limited to, Automotive Technology I, CNC Programming, Electro-Mechanical Technologies, Manufacturing Operations, Medical Assistant, Municipal Police Academy, Network Engineering, Paramedic, Professional Accounting, Residential Electric, Web Development and Welding Technology. Certain admissions criteria and limitations apply.
Students will also receive job development and job placement assistance.
Prospective participants must provide proof of Delaware County residency, submit a copy of their Certificate of Release/Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214) and be assessed for income eligibility.
Only 20 spaces are available, so vets should not delay. Contact Peggy Schils at 610-723-4036 or mschils@dccc.edu for more information. This program is made possible thanks to a grant awarded to the College from the Delaware County Workforce Development Board.
Award-winning singer-songwriter comes to Burlap and Bean
Award-winning Colorado-based singer-songwriter Edie Carey will perform songs from her latest album “Paper Rings:
8 love stories ,” as well as selections from her growing catalog of releases, at Newtown Square’s Burlap and Bean in The Shops at Springton Pointe, 204 South Newtown Street Rd.,
8 p.m. Friday, September 14. Special guest Aiden James (aidenjamesmusic.com) will also be featured. Friday,
Carey (www.ediecarey.com) has been singing at festivals, colleges, and listening rooms across the US, Canada and Europe since
1999, performing alongside Sara Bareilles, Brandi Carlile, Emmylou Harris, Lyle Lovett, and Shawn Colvin. She’s been a featured artist on PRI’s Mountain Stage and has appeared at some of the country’s most prestigious folk festivals. In 2016, she released her ninth album.
Tickets, available in advance or at the door, cost
$15. For more information, visit www.burlapandbean.com or call 484-427-4547.
‘Orphans’ on stage at Barnstormers Theater
Barnstormers Theater,
402 Tome St., Ridley Park will present “Orphans” 8 p.m, Sept. 7-8 and 14-15, and
2 p.m., Sept. 9. “Orphans” features Steve Connor as Harold; Jack Ligenza as Treat; and Aaron Yoder as Phillip.
Lyle Kessler’s “Orphans” has been an international success in almost every country in the world since its Steppenwolf Theater Production in Chicago and New York, directed by Gary Sinise.
The Barnstormers production is directed by Ethan McKellar. Tickets can be purchased through TicketLeap or by calling
610-461-9969 for reservations. Ticket prices are $15, adults and $13 for seniors over 62 and youth under 17. For more information, visit www.barnstormerstheater.com/.