Kennett Supervisors fire police chief, promote Gordon
KENNETT — The Board of Supervisors unanimously voted on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 to fire Police Chief Lydell Nolt.
Nolt was placed on administrative leave on Nov. 20, 2019 after he informed Township Manager Eden Ratliff that he was the subject of a criminal investigation by the Dauphin County District Attorney’s office concerning a sexual assault allegation. The Township was notified at the...
And…right back into campaign season
No rest for the weary, as Election 2014 kicks into high gear, already
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Now that we’ve gotten that pesky election out of the way, it’s time for the campaign to get started.
Think I’m kidding?
Then why is Gov. Tom Corbett in the county today, kicking off his 2014 campaign? And why has the jostling for state legislative and congressional seats already begun?
Traditionally,...
Few shakeups in county on Primary day
A handful of incumbents bounced at municipal level; county slates set
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Tuesday’s Primary election largely set up this November’s election slate — although in a handful of municipal races, incumbent supervisor candidates were knocked off their party’s ballot.
Turnout for the election was very light: just 10.45% of voters registered as Republican or Democrat turned...
E. Fallowfield residents challenge police budget
Residents say department’s budget is too high
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, The Times
EAST FALLOWFIELD – Residents expressed their concerns over police spending in the township’s board of supervisors discussed the proposed 2013 budget.
A workshop for the budget was held last week, prior to the supervisors’ regular meeting in which the board looked for ways to reduce an anticipated...
W. Brandywine won’t force sewer hookups
Supervisors say they won’t make Monacy Manor homes connect to township system
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
West Brandywine Township Supervisors listen as residents ask them about the possibility of mandating sewer connections for Monacy Manor. From left, William Webb, Supervisors chair Josef Obernier, and Thomas McCaffrey.
WEST BRANDYWINE — The Board of Supervisors told a packed meeting...
Valley proposes stray animal ordinance
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, CoatesvilleTimes.com
VALLEY – The board of supervisors discussed the possibility of creating an ordinance regarding dropping off unwanted or stray pets at the local Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals shelter, Tuesday.
The idea for an ordinance was suggested as a way to handle the concerns involving the large number of stray animals in the township. ...
East Fallowfield debates ATV ordinance
Supervisors express concerns over whether ordinance is needed
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, CoatesvilleTimes.com
Board Chairman Christopher Makely and Board Vice-Chairman Christopher Amentas review township business.
EAST FALLOWFIELD – Last week’s Board of Supervisors work session featured the examination of a potential ordinance on dirt bikes and other recreational vehicles.
The ordinance is...
W. Brandywine residents voice concerns
Ordinance on property inspection questioned as too invasive; supervisors agree to limit scope
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, CoatesvilleTimes.com
WEST BRANDYWINE – Residents spoke out in protest of a real estate ordinance at Thursday’s board of supervisors meeting.
The ordinance was brought to public attention at last month’s board of supervisors meeting. As part of the International Property...
