The other morning a helicopter was flying very low along the high-tension wires near my house; my guess was that the occupants were inspecting for any problems with the lines or the towers. The passenger's door was completely open, and the chopper was low enough that I could see he had his foot outside resting on the strut. Definitely not a job I would want!
A nearby neighbor reported that she was not at all happy with the helicopter's low altitude, as the racket was alarming her already high-strung yearlings.
Saturday, April 15, 2017
TAXES: Share of income
I know this is a First World gripe, but why are "flow-through entities" allowed to send out their K-1 forms, which you need in order to fill out your tax return, AFTER the April 15 tax deadline? The deadline for every tax form and statement from banks, employers, and so forth is Jan. 30; why not K-1s?
Every year I get all my tax paperwork together early, and then I wait and wait for the stupid K-1s to show up in the mailbox. As of this writing, on April 15, I have not received a single one.
The only completely safe option is to apply for an extension to file your tax return. Or, of course, to ditch the investment completely.
Every year I get all my tax paperwork together early, and then I wait and wait for the stupid K-1s to show up in the mailbox. As of this writing, on April 15, I have not received a single one.
The only completely safe option is to apply for an extension to file your tax return. Or, of course, to ditch the investment completely.
EARTH DAY: The 47th year
Earth Day is Saturday, April 22. Among those who attended the first Earth Day celebration in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park back in 1970 was Unionville's own Ian McHarg, the internationally known landscape designer and land-use planner.
Ed Muskie, then a U.S. Senator from Maine and later U.S. Secretary of State under Jimmy Carter, was the keynote speaker at the Philadelphia event, and Ralph Nader and Allen Ginsberg were also there.
Ed Muskie, then a U.S. Senator from Maine and later U.S. Secretary of State under Jimmy Carter, was the keynote speaker at the Philadelphia event, and Ralph Nader and Allen Ginsberg were also there.
Sunday, April 9, 2017
WEST MARLBOROUGH: Traffic study
Traffic was the main topic of discussion at the April 4 meeting of the West Marlborough Township Board of Supervisors.
With improvements proposed for the intersection of Baltimore Pike and Newark Road in neighboring New Garden Township, and steadily increasing traffic volumes and speeds through West Marlborough, the supervisors decided to contact Al Federico, the traffic engineer who had done a previous study, so that he could update the results. Bill Wylie, who chairs the Board of Supervisors, said the plan could include possible steps the township could take to control traffic, such as installing four-way stop signs, lowering speed limits, and assuming maintenance responsibilities for road currently owned by the state.
With improvements proposed for the intersection of Baltimore Pike and Newark Road in neighboring New Garden Township, and steadily increasing traffic volumes and speeds through West Marlborough, the supervisors decided to contact Al Federico, the traffic engineer who had done a previous study, so that he could update the results. Bill Wylie, who chairs the Board of Supervisors, said the plan could include possible steps the township could take to control traffic, such as installing four-way stop signs, lowering speed limits, and assuming maintenance responsibilities for road currently owned by the state.
Saturday, April 8, 2017
WEST MARLBOROUGH: An unsigned letter
Also at the monthly meeting, Bill Wylie, who chairs the West Marlborough Board of Supervisors, said the township office had received a second anonymous letter of complaint; he didn't reveal the topic.
Mr. Wylie said he and his fellow supervisors are all well known and visible in the community and residents are free to approach them with any concerns, so they plan to ignore the unsigned letter without comment.
"There are plenty of channels to communicate with us," said Supervisor Jake Chalfin.
Mr. Wylie said he and his fellow supervisors are all well known and visible in the community and residents are free to approach them with any concerns, so they plan to ignore the unsigned letter without comment.
"There are plenty of channels to communicate with us," said Supervisor Jake Chalfin.
HORSES: Accuracy in animation
A horseback riding friend reports that Disney's new "Beauty and the Beast" live-action/CGI-animated movie must have had some knowledgeable equestrians as production consultants, because "they got all the details right -- for once!"
She said the movie showed the horse Philippe dealing with an icy spot exactly as he would have in real life, and was even accurate in depicting the way that reins move. The film stars Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens (Matthew Crawley from "Downton Abbey") as the Beast.
She said the movie showed the horse Philippe dealing with an icy spot exactly as he would have in real life, and was even accurate in depicting the way that reins move. The film stars Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens (Matthew Crawley from "Downton Abbey") as the Beast.
KENNETT: Renovations underway
While strolling along State Street in Kennett the other day we peered through the window of the former Half-Moon Saloon to see what was progress was being made in its transition to Grain Craft Bar & Kitchen. It looks as if the Half-Moon's bar will remain where it is, but all the tables were removed, and painting and renovations were well underway. "Help wanted" signs were posted outside. If you want a sneak preview of what's coming, you can visit the Grain at 270 E. Main St. in Newark, Del.
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