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...
Coatesville’s new police chief eager to get started
He will begin new post day after he retires from state police
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
The Coatesville Police Department has been without a permanent leader since former Chief Julius M. Canale retired last spring.
Buoyed by “unilateral support” of the entire City Council, Coatesville’s new police chief says he doesn’t want to waste any time in getting started.
State...
For 2nd time in 2 months, Coatesville hires police chief
Unanimous vote preceded by tally to accept resignation of predecessor
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
David C. Collins (left) was reelected City Council president, and Joseph Hamrick was reelected vice-president during the City of Coatesville’s reorganization meeting.
Coatesville’s reorganization meeting included a unanimous vote to hire State Police Major John “Jack”...
Revolving door continues in Coatesville Police Dept.
After ending impasse with officer on leave, city expected to vote Monday on new chief
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Coatesville City Council is expected to vote Monday to replace Police Chief Stephen T. Johnson, who resigned for health reasons.
In a continuing effort to resolve problems with morale and litigation in its police department, Coatesville City Council is expected to...
