Small open space acquisition could have big impact, officials say
Natural Lands announced the permanent protection of a vulnerable section of East Branch Brandywine Creek. The acquisition and immediate transfer of the 12- acre property to East Brandywine Township ensures access to the creek for recreation and protects the scenic view along Route 282 in Downingtown, Chester County.
“While it may seem like a small property, its conservation is quite significant,”...
Chesco Commissioners recognize Envirothon winners
Academy at West Fallowfield Christian School seniors earned the title of first place winners and champions of the 2021 Chester County Envirothon student competition. Pictured here, from left to right, seniors Jacob Hershey, Bryce Engle, Rose Rowe, Dustin Kauffman and Joey DellaPenna will represent Chester County at the Pennsylvania State Envirothon on May 10 and 11.
Chester County Commissioners Marian...
Ground broken on extension of Schuylkill River Trail
Chester County Commissioners and partners mark the official ground breaking of four more miles of the County’s Schuylkill River Trail. Pictured (left to right) are: Dave Stauffer, Chester County Parks + Preservation; Seyi Akinlotan, PennDOT; Commissioner Marian Moskowitz; Ryan Gallagher, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission; Elaine Schaefer, Schuylkill River Greenways; Commissioner Josh Maxwell;...
County officials outline primary election plan
Chester County will place 13 secure ballot drop boxes at locations throughout Chester County for the May 18 Primary Election absentee and mail-in ballots. For information www.chesco.org/elections.
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Board of Elections has approved measures to ensure the eligible ballots of all county voters are counted in the May 18 Primary Election. Those measures include the placement...
Updated ‘Move Over’ law goes into effect today
Pennsylvania’s updated law requiring motorists to move over when an emergency or broken down vehicle is on the side of the road takes effect today — and with fines starting at $500 for the first violation, it is something drivers will want to pay a lot of attention to.
The new law requires motorists to either move over — or if unable to do so, slow down to 20 miles an hour below the...
Chesco announces two more COVID vaccination sites: Exton Mall, Longwood Gardens
WEST CHESTER — Chester County residents can now get their COVID-19 vaccine in two, new unique ways: via a drive-thru clinic or — at the mall, as the county makes a push to get more people inoculated.
There seems to be a clear indication that the vaccine is having a local impact: 60% of county residents have had at least one shot to date and new infections and hospitalizations are beginning to drop...
Community COVID Vaccination event in Coatesville, May 6
COATESVILLE — There will be a community COVID vaccination event on Thursday, May 6 at the Jubilee Evangelistic Ministries, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are required and can be obtained by calling (610) 380-9601. The event is open to all over age 16.
The May 6 event — at 920 E. Lincoln Highway — is targeted for those unable to travel to one of the county vaccination sites or those unable...
All veterans and spouses eligible for COVID vaccine at Coatesville VA
The Coatesville VA Medical Center has widened the eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination to all Veterans, to include Veterans who are not enrolled or eligible for VA health care, to Veteran spouses, and to Veteran caregivers.
The SAVE LIVES Act allows the VA to continue to vaccinate all:
Veterans
Anyone who served in the U.S. military regardless of their Character of Discharge.
Members of and retired...
Commissioners OK $50K for first time home buyers in Coatesville
WEST CHESTER — Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell and Michelle Kichline recently approved a contract for $50,000 with Coatesville-based non-profit Movement Community Development Corporation (MCDC) to provide outreach and budgeting guidance for current residents seeking to buy their first home in Coatesville.
Specifically, the $50,000 contract is for MCDC’s Coatesville Home...
Chesco DA files civil suit against operators of Mariner East pipelines
WEST CHESTER — After years of complaints, issues, spills, noise and a construction project that has run years beyond its planned schedule, county officials are going to court with a suit that would establish some level of county oversight for the project.
The Chester County District Attorney’s Office (DAO) filed a civil complaint on behalf of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania against Energy Transfer...
