East Whiteland receives $1M open space grant from DCNR
East Whiteland Township was awarded a grant in the amount of $1,000,000 from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program administered by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). The DCNR grant award is a recognition of outstanding recreation and conservation work by East Whiteland Township and will be used toward the acquisition and preservation of approximately 52 acres...
County extends burn ban through Dec. 26
While it actually rained Wednesday night and into this morning — the continued drought conditions have led the Chester County Commissioners to extend the county burn ban through Dec. 26.
The county’s resolution notes that the burn ban be extended for 30 days from November 26, 2024, due to the serious threat to life and property the fire potential poses.
Specifically, “Emergency measures...
Kennett Area Community Service receives partial funding for new building project
Kennett Area Community Service (KACS) announced that it has received partial funding in response to its recent request for support for its New Building Project. This initiative aims to build a permanent home for KACS, creating an anchor institution for organizations across Southern Chester County. The new facility will provide a central space for collaboration to combat hunger and homelessness...
Sheriff’s Office to host digital and online safety seminar for teens and parents
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Chester County District Attorney’s Office and the Department of Emergency Services, is holding “Think Before You Post: Protecting Your Digital Footprint”, an information seminar designed for middle and high school students as well as their parents. The seminar, taking place on Friday, December 13, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM...
PennDOT closes Rt. 82 Doe Run bridge
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the bridge carrying Doe Run Road (Route 82) over Doe Run in West Marlborough Township, Chester County, was closed after a recent inspection determined significant deterioration to the steel beams and deck.
During the closure, Doe Run Road (Route 82) motorists will be directed to use Route 841 (Chatham Road) and Route 842...
Fink named Director of the Chester County Department of Veterans Affairs
Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe announce the appointment of Susanne Fink as Director of the Chester County Department of Veterans Affairs. Fink has been serving as Acting Director of the department since August.
Commenting on the appointment, Commissioners Maxwell, Moskowitz and Roe said, “Susie Fink brings a wealth of professional and personal experience...
Trump defeats Harris; local Democrats hold Congressional, legislative seats
Although Democrats had a tough night statewide and nationally — Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris both in the commonwealth and nationally for President and Republicans won all three state row offices — locally they were able to hold their Congressional and state legislative seats in Tuesday’s election.
The US Senate race between long-time Democratic incumbent Bob Casey Jr. and Republican...
County Sheriff’s Office enhances community policing efforts
Chester County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Burgos greets visitors at one of the “Cupcakes with a Cop” events co-hosted by Dia Doce Cupcakes and the West Chester Police Department.
Focusing on youth engagement, public trust, and recruitment, the Chester County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has stepped-up its community policing efforts, including presence at more community events, and the creation...
Avon Grove School District secures $1M facilities grant
Avon Grove School District (AGSD) has been awarded a $1 million Public School Facility Improvement Grant administered by the Commonwealth Financing Authority through the Pennsylvania Department of Economic and Community Development (DCED) to modernize the HVAC systems at Penn London Elementary School, Avon Grove Intermediate School, and the District Administrative Office.
The grant will fund comprehensive...
Due to drought, county announces open burn ban
At an emergency meeting convened by the Chester County Department of Emergency Services, the Chester County Commissioners have declared a countywide 30-day open burn ban, effective Sunday, October 27, 2024. The County declaration comes at the recommendation of Department of Emergency Services leaders and county fire officials, based on current and forecasted weather conditions, as well as the...
