St. Anastasia CYO team wins Pa. basketball championship
NEWTOWN » The St. Anastasia Varsity team won the PA State CYO Girls Grade School Basketball tournament March 13 at St. Joan of Arc School in Hummelstown by defeating Holy Trinity CYO of Altoona in a tight battle, 36-34.
The Annie’s team defeated St. Thomas More of Allentown, 48-18, on Friday, March 11, in the quarterfinal and then defeated St. Teresa of Calcutta, 39-24, in the semifinal Saturday, March 12, to get them to the championship game on Sunday.
The team had defeated St Alphonsus (Maple Glen) 2922 on Feb 26 to win the Archdiocese of Philadelphia tournament championship and earn the right to represent the Archdiocese in the PA state tournament. The girls were coached by Nate Andrisani, Pat Doogan, Carmel McDonnell and Mike Schumacher.
Pennsylvania State Police warn of new phone scam
Pennsylvania State Troopers Association President David Kennedy this week warned Pennsylvanians about organizations pretending to raise money to benefit the families of the two heroic troopers killed on Monday, Martin Mack and Branden Sisca.
“It’s disgusting to even have to issue this statement, but our members and others are reporting to us that they’re receiving phone calls from people alleging to represent law enforcement organizations that are raising money to benefit the families of our fallen brothers,” said PSTA President David Kennedy. “The public should not make donations or provide personal information to these callers. The PSTA is the only official organization that represents and serves Pennsylvania state troopers, and we do not use telephone solicitation for fundraising.”
In 2007, the PSTA formed the Troopers Helping Troopers Foundation to help troopers and their families in their time of need. This non-profit, tax-deductible 501(C)3, foundation provides funding for families when a trooper is killed in the line of duty, among other services. For more information, visit https://www.troopershelpingtroopers.org.
Free employment seminar available to local veterans
VFW District 7 in Delaware County is conducting a free Employment Seminar, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 1, at Archer-Epler VFW Post #979, 6736 Marshall Road, Upper Darby, with free coffee and donuts in the morning and lunch in the afternoon. Parking is free. The event will feature help with resume prep, search skills, interview skills, transition tips and LinkedIn Mastery.
The event is free to all veterans, regardless of location of residence or membership in any veterans service organizations, are welcome to attend.
RSVP is required at:vfwemploymentseminar. eventbrite.com.
Ridley Township Police Association holds designer bag bingo
The Ridley Township Police Association will hold a Designer Bag Bingo 7 p.m. Friday, March 25, at Briarcliffe Athletic Association, 110 N. Bartram Ave., Darby Township. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Cost is $40 which includes water and pretzels and bingo games. Players are welcome to bring their own snacks and beverages. Tickets can be purchased at the Ridley Township Police Station and will be sold at the door if tickets are not sold out. This is an adultonly event.
Krueger, Kane host shredding and prescription drug collection event
State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-161 of Nether Providence and state Sen. John Kane, D-9 of Birmingham, will host a free shredding and drug take back event, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 23 in the rear parking lot at Strath Haven High School, 205 S. Providence Road, Wallingford. Residents should enter from Brookhaven Road.
Residents are invited to bring up to four boxes of documents to have them shredded on site. In addition, the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office will be on-site collecting unneeded medications for proper disposal. Electronics will not be accepted at this event.
Anyone with questions can contact Krueger’s office at 610-534-6880.
Linvilla Orchards hosts expert fishing derby
Linvilla Orchards will host an Expert Fishing Derby, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 26. People are invited to compete with avid fishermen and fisherwomen to reel in a trophy trout. This is an opportunity to win the grand prize and a year’s worth of bragging rights. The lucky fisherperson who can reel in the biggest catch wins a $250 cash grand prize.
Orchard Lake is stocked with tons of rainbow trout, with the largest up to 25 inches. Each fisherman is allotted to keep one fish. Each additional trout kept over two pounds is $15.99 and under two pounds is $5.99. No fishing license is required. Entry fee is $39.99. Participants can bring their own rod or rent one. Bait will also be on sale, as well as breakfast, lunch, and hot and cold drinks. This event is rain or shine. Pre-registration is required though Linvilla’s timed ticketing software at www.linvilla.com.
Orchard Lake at Linvilla Orchards is at 137 W Knowlton Road, Middletown. For questions, call 610-876-7116 or e-mail info@linvilla.com/.
Beef and Beer benefits Nick Sava
Oakmont Firefighter Ed Fund A Beef and Beer to benefit the Nick Sava Oakmont Firefighter Education Fund will be held, 6-10 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at the St. Denis Gym, 2401 St. Denis Lane, Havertown. Live music will provided by Chico’s Vibe and Kevin Liney.
Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. Tickets can be purchased in advance at http://FBBCF. org/event/NickSavaOakmont.
Zabel’s offices offer assistance in claiming property
In an effort to remind residents his offices can help people search the state treasury database for unclaimed property, state Rep. Mike Zabel, D-163 of Upper Darby, announced his office recently helped a local resident reclaim almost $150,000 in property.
“The Pennsylvania state treasury receives millions of dollars in unclaimed property each year — many times because of clerical errors like an outdated address or a misspelling,” Zabel said. “A simple search of the state’s online database can reveal whether you have unclaimed property, and my offices and staff can guide you through the steps to reclaim your property.”
Residents should call Zabel’s offices in Drexel Hill, 484-200-8262 or Clifton Heights, 484-200-1563 or email RepZabel@pahouse. net to learn more and find out how to reclaim their property.
County residents invited to World Laughter Day celebration
Delaware County resident Alexa Drubay will host the Philadelphia- Area World Laughter Day 2022 celebration at Rose Tree Park’s gazebo, 1671 N. Providence Road, Upper Providence, 2-3 p.m. Sunday, May 1. This is a free, community event for the entire family.
After spending so much time at virtual zoom events, the in-person, outdoor event will allow participants to breathe in fresh air and laugh away their stress. Everyone can laugh for their health, happiness and to promote peace. Drubay has been hosting these yearly events since 2014. World Laughter Day was created in 1998 by the founder of Laughter Yoga, Dr. Madan Kataria to bring people together people of all cultures and backgrounds to foster world peace through laughter. The exercise fosters social connection, teamwork, personal joy, good health and offers many benefits to body, mind and spirit.
Laughter Yoga is non-religious and non-political and open to all. No experience is necessary and there are no yoga poses.
To register, visit https://www.meetup. com/Laughter-Yoga-ClubDelaware-County-PA/ events/284765286.