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National media highlights major role of Chester County in presidential race
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Well, we told you so.
For most of the summer in this space, we’ve told you that Chester County figures to be ground zero in the presidential race between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump — and now multiple stories from outside the region, in USA Today, The New York Times and The Harrisburg...
Dinniman: driving permit holders can sign up for driving test in advance
State Senator Andy Dinniman announced that new drivers who have obtained a learner’s permit can now sign up for a driving skills road test up to 30 weeks in advance.
“I have heard from numerous individuals who have had difficulty scheduling a driving test due to high demand, especially during the summer months,” Dinniman said. “In response, PennDOT is now allowing those with learner’s permits...
Dinniman rips PECO over poor communication
State Sen. Andy Dinniman
WEST CHESTER — In the wake of the sudden storm that knocked out power for thousands of Chester County residents, a state senator is taking them to task for failing to communicate with its customers when things go wrong.
State Senator Andy Dinniman said today that PECO officials need to improve the way the energy company communicates with customers in light of the thousands...
Dinniman: West Chester a model in beetle battle
State Senator Andy Dinniman with members of the New Century Club during a tree planting ceremony in Hoopes Park. Pictured (from left to right) are Nancy Berg, Pat Horrocks, John Snook, Dinniman and West Chester Borough Urban Forester Denise Dunn-Kesterson.
WEST CHESTER — With an invasive beetle species threatening ash trees across the state and the nation, West Chester is taking the lead to ensure...
Residents march in protest of CASD decisions
Public, politicians call for action as attorneys continue sparring
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Protestors gather on the steps of the Benner Administration Building. Many called for the resignation of the entire school board in response to recent events.
COATESVILLE – Chanting “the board must go!” a group of about 50 citizens marched from Ash Park to the Benner Administration Building...
