Kichline appointed to replace Costello as County Commissioner

Democrats cry foul, claim judges playing politics, again Updated: 8 a.m. 12/10 with comments from Democratic committee By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times Michelle Kichline WEST CHESTER — Michelle Kichline, a former Tredyffrin township supervisor and the Vice-Chair of the Chester County Republican Committee was appointed Tuesday as the replacement for Ryan Costello on the Chester County Board of Commissioners...

Letter: Getting rid of Jury Commissioners hurts justice

To The Editor, The old adage states you don’t fix something that isn’t broke. The Pennsylvania Legislature has violated this wise advice by taking unconstitutional action that threatens the integrity of the Commonwealth’s judicial system. Since 1868 the elected representatives of the office of Jury Commissioner have made sure that the jury selection process in Pennsylvania has been fair and that...

Op-Ed: Addressing region’s transportation needs a necessity

By Ryan Costello, Chester County Commissioner Chester County Commissioner Ryan Costello. Chester County has been nationally recognized as one of the best places to live, work, raise a family and enjoy your golden years. Many factors contribute to the quality of life we all enjoy. These factors include good schools, first rate employers, plenty of high quality jobs, a healthy environment and responsible...