County Health warns of possible measles exposure
The Chester County Health Department is notifying residents of a possible measles exposure that took place at the following locations on Sunday, October 4, 2026:
CVS 870 Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square 19348; between 10:45 AM – 3:00 PM
CVS 857 West Baltimore Pike, West Grove 19390; between 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Giant 849 Baltimore Pike, West Grove 19390; between 1:00 PM – 3:45 PM
The individual...
County receives $1.35M in state grants
The Chester County Department of Emergency Services received $400,000 in state funding to upgrade its 9-1-1 phone system.
Chester County has received $1.35 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants to fund projects led by the Department of Emergency Services, Parks + Preservation, Water Resources Authority, and the Planning Commission. Pennsylvania State Senator Carolyn Comitta, a longtime advocate...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: : Sept. 21
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:
Jury Convicts Two Coatesville Men of Attempted Murder
On August 28, 2026, after a 4-day trial, a jury found Defendant Sincere Brown-Trowery, 26, and Tyriq Parker, 26, guilty of Attempted Murder,...
Phoenixville holds dedication ceremony for Church Street Bell
The Church Street School Bell
The Borough of Phoenixville honored an important piece of its history Tuesday, Sept. 15 with a dedication ceremony for the historic Church Street School Bell. This landmark has been a fixture in Reeves Park for more than a century. The dedication ceremony celebrated the preservation of a bell that dates to the earliest days of public education in Phoenixville.
“The restoration...
County Health announces vaccine clinics
As autumn approaches, the Chester County Health Department reminds all residents to protect themselves against seasonal illnesses by receiving their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. The Health Department offers convenient Community Clinics throughout the county to make these vital vaccines easy to access.
All clinics will offer flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. If residents cannot attend a Community Clinic,...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: Aug. 28
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 in the Chester County DA’s Office:
New Garden Man Sentenced to 17.5-35 Years After Sexually Assaulting a Child
On August 21, 2026, the Honorable Bret M. Binder sentenced Defendant Warren Reynolds, 65, of Avondale, to 17.5-35 years in...
CCIU celebrating 55 years of service
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) welcomed staff from across all programs to Coatesville Area High School on August 17 for its 2026 Opening Day Celebration, marking a significant milestone of 55 years of service to Chester County’s schools and students.
The event brought together over 1,700 staff members across two sessions for a day of networking, light refreshments, and celebration....
Sheller named new Chester County Prison Warden
Brian Sheller
During its August 19 meeting, the Chester County Prison Board appointed Brian Sheller as the new Warden of Chester County Prison.
Sheller most recently served as Acting Warden after the previous Warden, Howard Holland, was promoted to Deputy County Administrator in March 2026. Sheller has served as the Deputy Warden since February 2024.
In a joint statement, the Chester County Prison...
DCCC gets $300K grant for free vocational training
Students learning welding from an instructor at Delaware County Community College.
The Delaware County Community College Educational Foundation has been awarded a $300,390 grant from the Chappell Culpeper Family Foundation to launch the Manufacturing Pathways Initiative, a comprehensive education-to-employment model designed to strengthen the Greater Philadelphia manufacturing workforce while expanding...
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 Center...
