Coatesville’s new police chief elicits standing ovation

 Flanked by family, he expressed gratitude for outpouring of support By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Chester County Detective Robert Dougherty (left) chats with State Police Major John “Jack” W. Laufer III before Laufer’s swearing-in as Coatesville’s next police chief. A standing-room-only crowd and a standing ovation marked the beginning of the tenure of...

Police-chief search group set to interview candidate

Coatesville’s interim police chief expresses interest in keeping job By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Coatesville Interim Police Chief James Bell said he plans to seek the permanent position. A meeting between Coatesville’s police-chief search committee and a top candidate will be held next week, City Manager Kirby A. Hudson said Monday night. Speaking after the City Council...

Search for Coatesville police chief back in high gear

City manager says a promising candidate will be interviewed next week By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times Coatesville City Manager Kirby Hudson (left) chats with City Council President David C. Collins outside City Hall on Tuesday. Contrary to appearances, the City of Coatesville’s next permanent police chief may be just a few steps shy of selection. City Manager Kirby Hudson said...