County’s AI-powered kiosks win national award
Chester County’s AI-powered self-service kiosks are in the Chester County Justice Center, the Government Services Center, and some Magisterial District Courts.
A Chester County initiative designed to make navigating the court system easier and more accessible for the public has earned national recognition.
Chester County’s “AI Self-Service Kiosk Implementation” project has been named a...
County OKs $1.7M in open space, park grants
East Fallowfield Community Park, one of the recipients of Chester County’s Preservation Partnership Program grants.
Over $1.7 million in open space preservation and park improvement grants were approved by the Chester County Commissioners at last week’s public meeting. The grants are made available through Chester County’s Preservation Partnership Program, which offers funding to municipalities...
County names Mattox-Baldini as County Solicitor.
Faith Mattox-Baldini
Chester County has appointed Faith Mattox-Baldini as the new County Solicitor. Mattox-Baldini had served as the Deputy County Solicitor before being appointed Acting County Solicitor in April.
Chester County Administrator Erik Walschburger said, “Since joining the Solicitor’s Office in 2021, following her service in the District Attorney’s Office, Faith has proven to...
DeWese named new Public Defender
Susanna DeWese
Chester County has appointed Susanna DeWese as the new Chief Public Defender. DeWese, who currently serves as First Assistant Public Defender, will assume the position on August 5, when current Chief Public Defender Nathan Schenker retires.
Chester County Administrator Erik Walschburger said, “Susanna brings more than two decades of public defense experience to this role. As the...
DiCaprio tabbed to lead county Voter Services
Chester County has appointed Michele DiCaprio as the new Director of the Department of Voter Services. DiCaprio succeeds Karen Barsoum, who left the position earlier this month.
Chester County Administrator Erik Walschburger said, “As a foreign service officer, Michele has spent her career leading complex international operations in fast-paced environments while ensuring federal compliance. Through...
County reaches functional zero milestone for chronic homelessness
The Chester County Department of Community Development recently held its annual State of Housing Affordability and Homelessness event, where it announced that through the dedication and hard work of community partners, the county has reached a functional zero milestone for chronic homelessness.
Thanks to the dedication and hard work of community partners, Chester County has reached a functional...
Drought warning continues in Chester County
Abnormally dry conditions — despite recent rainfall — have led to a continued drought warning in Chester County. Earlier this year, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) issued a drought warning due to the lack of significant rainfall in the county since 2025.
Under the PADEP’s drought warning guidance, residents, businesses, farmers, and other water consumers are...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update:: May 4
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Conestoga High School Teacher Pleads Guilty
On May 1, 2026, former Conestoga High School teacher Michelle Mercogliano plead guilty to two counts of Institutional Sexual Assault and to Corruption...
Chesco adds more kiosks for justice, public services
Advanced Robot Solutions AI Kiosks
Advanced Robot Solutions (ARS), in partnership with Chester County, ton Friday announced the successful completion of Phase 2 of their collaborative justice system modernization initiative, expanding access to justice and public services for court users across the county.
“Chester County is demonstrating what’s possible when technology is deployed...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: April 17
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Downingtown Man Sentenced to 8.5-17 Years in State Prison for Assaulting a 73-Year-Old while Claiming to be a Vigilante
On April 15, 2026, Court of Common Pleas Judge Allison Royer sentenced...
