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1. Crash Kills Former Delco Hockey Coach Who Was Recently Appointed To School Board (patch.com) — A longtime Springfield resident and newly appointed school board member, Phil Eastman, was killed in a South Jersey crash just days before what would have been his first board meeting. Eastman spent four decades in Springfield, coaching youth and high school hockey and serving the community through the Springfield School District. Local school leaders and the hockey community are mourning his loss and honoring his legacy of service.
2. Former Delco teacher alleges she got mesothelioma from asbestos in schools (delcotimes.com) — A former Delaware County teacher has filed a lawsuit alleging she developed mesothelioma after years of asbestos exposure in local schools, including those in the Springfield Township School District. The case, now moved to Delaware County court, also targets other districts and product manufacturers. Her attorneys say she faces serious health impacts after extensive surgery and is seeking compensation within legal limits.
3. All-Delco Baseball: Staying close to home made Haverford's Boyle a star (delcotimes.com) — Haverford pitcher Jimmy Boyle has been named All-Delco Baseball Player of the Year, leading a countywide honor roll that includes several Springfield High standouts. Springfield's Danny Meakim, Nick Corse, and Owen Keough earned spots as infielder, outfielder, and designated hitter, respectively. The piece highlights how strong local programs, including Springfield's, shaped this year's top performers.
4. Contractor in multiple fraud cases pleads to 10 charges (delcotimes.com) — A Brookhaven contractor has pleaded guilty in nine fraud cases after taking money from homeowners across Delaware County, including Springfield, and failing to complete promised work. He received an 11½ to 23‑month sentence on home monitoring, followed by 10 years of probation, and must repay more than $61,000 in restitution. Victims described severe financial and emotional impacts from the unfinished projects.
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