County shifting into flood-recovery mode
5.5 inches of rain prompts evacuations, more than 60 water rescues
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
With so much water all around, these horses at Castle Rock Farm in Pocopson Township have plenty of time for reflection. Photo by Dave Lichter
The water is receding, and now the necessary mop-up will begin. And if county officials had their way, no one would be on the roads right...
New Garden Twp. passes 24/7 police coverage
Supervisors also approve 2014 budget with no tax hike, 5-year police contract
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
New Garden Township awards plaques of appreciation to three outgoing supervisors: Robert Perrotti (from left), Peter Scilla, and Bob Norris.
In keeping with the holiday spirit, the New Garden Township supervisors came to Monday night’s meeting bearing gifts, including...
New Garden OKs 24/7 pilot police program
Supporters say it will greatly improve safety at reasonable cost
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
New Garden Township Police Chief Gerald R. Simpson presents the proposal to provide 24-hour police coverage
New Garden Township’s supervisors authorized a pilot program Wednesday night that will provide 24-hour-a-day police coverage.
The supervisors’ unanimous decision came after...
