Chesco to invest in local tech startups
Members of the Chester County Retirement Board sign a resolution that establishes Venture Chesco, a partnership with Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania to invest $4 million in emerging and growing companies located in, or willing to locate to Chester County. Seated left to right: Chester County Commissioner Terence Farrell; Chester County Commissioners’ Chair Michelle Kichline;...
GOP Congressman laud tax bill, Democrats decry ‘gift’ for wealthy, donors
The U.S. Senate last night passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act — a sweeping revision of U.S. Tax code, that depending on who is talking is either a spark for job and wage growth or a massive, deficit busting giveaway to the rich, political donors and corporate America.
The House voted Tuesday to approve the package, but will have to revote Wednesday because of three provisions in the original bill that...
Good Samaritan and Bridge of Hope complete merger
Two established non-profits that serve the homeless population of Chester and Lancaster Counties – Good Samaritan Shelter and Bridge of Hope Lancaster & Chester Counties – announce the official merger that uniquely positions the organizations to provide a full range of services to address homelessness.
The new organization has been re-named Good Samaritan Services to reflect the progressive...
Hero Fund honors outgoing president
Outgoing Hero Fund president John ‘J.D.’ DiBuonaventuro (center) holds one of framed commendations he received. With him is Neil Vaughn (from left), Butch Dutter, Carolyn ‘Bunny’ Welsh, James Vito, Robert Kagel and Tom Hogan.
The board president of the Chester County Hero Fund insisted that he wanted no fuss when he stepped down after 17 years in that position on Wednesday, Dec. 6. His colleagues...
Two charged in infants’ deaths
Jamal Bailey (left) and William Gardner (right) were charged Thursday in the deaths of two infants under their care.
Two county men have been charged in the deaths of infants under their care — one earlier this year and another exactly one year ago — Chester County District Attorney Tom Hogan announced Thursday.
Jamal Bailey, 41 of Downingtown, has been charged with homicide for administering...
George withdraws from 16th District race
John George
The crowded field to take on freshman Congressman Lloyd Smucker got a little less crowded Wednesday after John George announced he would withdraw from the race, saying he didn’t think he would be able to mount a competitive race.
“I have informed the Democratic Committee that I am suspending my campaign for Congress in the 16th District for 2018,” george said in a statement,...
Lewis announces plans to retire from the House after 2018
State Rep. Harry Lewis Jr.
Rep. Harry Lewis Jr. (R-74) today announced that his second term in office, which will end with the 2017-18 session, will be his final one as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. His retirement will follow 56 years of public service.
“Because of the citizens of the 74th District, I proudly worked in Harrisburg – despite the inevitable bureaucratic limitations...
Chester County Women’s Commission representatives Wendy Leeper (third left) and Denise Bailey (center) present bus tokens for the Chester County WRAP program. Pictured left to right are: County Commissioner Terence Farrell; Sharon Dickinson, WRAP Supervisor; Wendy Leeper; County Commissioner Michelle Kichline; Denise Bailey; Jennifer Lopez, Deputy Chief, and Christopher Murphy, Chief, Department...
Have a happy — and safe — Thanksgiving
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Whether you’re hitting the road to be home with family, or hosting the brood at your place, there’s a few simple tips from local and state experts to make your travel and holiday safer and happier.
First, of course, I’ll throw in one of my own: don’t talk about politics.
No, seriously. Don’t.
I’d suggest other, less explosive topics such as “how about...
Lewis offers help to senior with SEPTA Key Cards
On Wednesday, Nov. 8, Rep. Harry Lewis (R-Chester), as well as his staff members Andrea Keenan and Amber Little-Turner, assisted residents at Villages at Hillview with applying for the SEPTA Key Senior Photo ID Card.
DOWNINGTOWN — To ensure seniors can ride free on all SEPTA transit services, Rep. Harry Lewis Jr. (R-Chester) is offering people 65 and older the opportunity to get a free SEPTA Key...
