Gerlach won’t run in 2014
Seven-term Congressman cites family needs
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
U.S. Rep. Jim Gerlach.
U.S. Rep. Jim Gerlach (R-6) announced Monday that he would not seek a seventh term in the U.S. House of Representatives.
The moves as a bit of a surprise — just two years after redistricting made the Sixth a more Republican-friendly district and will suddenly open the field to a number of local...
Icy freeze next, as snow moves out
Roads still messy, many public offices closed; low temps big worry in next 24 hours
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
As Chester County digs out from six to eight inches of snow, the concerns now move from clearly icy local roadways and keeping warm — as the National Weather Service is predicting temperatures tonight in the low single digits.
While state and local road crews working to clear...
Op/Ed: Chester County worked together for a successful 2013
By Terence Farrell, Chester County Commissioner
Terence Farrell
Happy New Year! ¡Feliz año nuevo! And best wishes for a healthy, happy and prosperous new year.
As we transition from 2013 to 2014, it is worthwhile to look back at the year that just ended to assess how Chester County government is doing to meet the needs and expectations of its constituents, and to make plans to do even better...
Partygoers, servers urged to celebrate safely
Uniformed – and undercover – Liquor Enforcement Officers will be checking
Uniformed and undercover Liquor Enforcement Officers from the Pennsylvania State Police will be out in force during the upcoming New Year’s Eve holiday.
The Philadelphia District Enforcement Office of the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) will be enforcing the Liquor Code and related criminal offenses...
Hogan announces new prescription drug drop off boxes
10 locations around Chester County make it easier dispose of unwanted prescriptions
Various county officials inspect the medication drop box located in the Sheriff’s Office at the Chester County Justice Center, including (from left to right): Cathy Dugan from Kacie’s Cause, Lt. Kevin Dykes of the Chester County Detectives, Sheriff Carolyn B. Welsh, District Attorney Tom Hogan, State Representative...
Coatesville Savings Bank announces new directors
Former County DA Carroll, Constable named to bank’s board
COATESVILLE — Coatesville Savings Bank announced that it has expanded its Board of Trustees. Chairman and President Frederick Henrich noted the addition of attorney Joseph Carroll of West Chester and Larry Constable of Parkesburg.
“Both gentlemen are dedicated, well-known individuals who will add depth and perspective to our organization,”...
