Kennett Supervisors fire police chief, promote Gordon
KENNETT — The Board of Supervisors unanimously voted on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 to fire Police Chief Lydell Nolt.
Nolt was placed on administrative leave on Nov. 20, 2019 after he informed Township Manager Eden Ratliff that he was the subject of a criminal investigation by the Dauphin County District Attorney’s office concerning a sexual assault allegation. The Township was notified at...
Ruggieri formally announces District 13 bid
Richard Ruggieri
LEWISVILLE – To a packed room of constituents, Richard Ruggieri of London Grove Township in Chester County announced his candidacy for the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, District 13.
At the Old Stone Cider in Lewisville, PA, Ruggieri excited the crowd with his authentic, moving message. “Not a month after I turned 18 and graduated high school, I swore an oath...
Ruggieri to announce state house bid, Sunday
Richard Ruggieri
On Sunday, February 2, Richard Ruggieri, a resident of London Grove Township in Chester County, will announce his candidacy for the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, District 13.
The campaign kick-off will be at Old Stone Cider, 959 Chesterville Rd, Lewisville, PA from 1:00 to 3:00
p.m. The event is open to the public. All district residents interested who are in meeting...
Galer Estate wins Gold at SF Chronicle Wine Competition
Galer Estate’s winning 2018 Albariño wine
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Galer Estate Vineyard & Winery of Kennett Square was recently awarded a coveted Gold Medal at the 2020 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the largest competition of North American wines in the world. Over sixty-five judges, representing various North American wine regions, evaluated nearly 6,700 wines from over 1,000...
Second pipe bomb detonated in Caln, no injuries, no damage
The explosive devices found by Caln Police on Jan. 21.
CALN — A day before township police found an unexploded pipe bomb, apparently a similar device was detonated near a railroad underpass. No injuries or property damage were reported, but police are warning residents to be on the lookout for similar devices — and report them immediately and keep away from them.
On Jan. 22, a caller reported...
Caln Police say pipe bomb found at 14th and Olive
CALN – The Township Police Department is investigating the discovery of a pipe bomb at 2:40PM today near the southwest corner of the intersection of 14th Avenue and Olive Street in the west end of the township.
A postal carrier reportedly observed the device and contacted police. Officers, with the assistance of fire police, established a containment zone pending arrival of the Montgomery County...
New Sheriff’s K-9 makes courthouse debut
Sheriff Fredda Maddox (right) introduces K-9 Marley, who is partnered with Sgt. Janis Pickell.
WEST CHESTER — Meet K-9 Marley. Chester County Sheriff Fredda Maddox introduced the newest member of the office on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020. Following a training period, the 18-month-old Labrador retriever will replace the recently retired K-9 Melody as the courthouse comfort dog.
K-9 Marley, who is partnered...
Wright new Exec. Dir. for Historic Kennett Square
Bo Wright
KENNETT SQUARE — Historic Kennett Square announced the appointment of Bo Wright as its new Executive Director, effective January 27. Wright brings a wealth of experience and insight in the areas of town planning, place-making, communications, and economic development from his position as Development Director for Strong Towns, a national media and advocacy organization leading a movement...
County offers Fresh Start to juveniles when they turn 18
Chester County offers a fresh start for diversion program juveniles upon reaching the age of 18. Pictured left to right are: Yolanda Van de Krol, Chester County Clerk of Courts; Renee Merion, Deputy District Attorney in charge of the Juvenile Unit; and Don Corry, Chester County Chief Juvenile Probation Officer.
WEST CHESTER — Thanks to a new service offered through the Chester County Court system,...
CCIU students help more than 800 needy Chesco families for holidays
TCHS Pickering volunteers help wrap gifts chosen by shoppers as part of Holiday Hope Chest 2019.
DOWNINGTOWN — Students from all three Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Technical College High School (TCHS) campuses and the Child and Career Development Center (CCDC) brought an abundance of hope to Chester County families in need this year through the Holiday Hope Chest program. Holiday Hope...
