Chester County DA’s Weekly Update:: May 4
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Conestoga High School Teacher Pleads Guilty
On May 1, 2026, former Conestoga High School teacher Michelle Mercogliano plead guilty to two counts of Institutional Sexual Assault and to Corruption...
Chesco adds more kiosks for justice, public services
Advanced Robot Solutions AI Kiosks
Advanced Robot Solutions (ARS), in partnership with Chester County, ton Friday announced the successful completion of Phase 2 of their collaborative justice system modernization initiative, expanding access to justice and public services for court users across the county.
“Chester County is demonstrating what’s possible when technology is deployed thoughtfully...
Young artists honored at 6th District Art Competition reception
Andrew Grunza of West Chester East High School and Lily Robins of Phoenixville Area High School proudly display their Congressional awards.
The Chester County Art Association in West Chester hosted the Chester County High School Art Exhibition and PA 6th District Congressional Art Competition reception on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The event drew art enthusiasts from across the region to view nearly...
Tucker sworn in as new KSQ Council Member
At a special Council meeting on Wednesday, April 22, Borough Council voted to appoint Tucker McDonald to fill a vacant Council seat.
Tucker is a small business owner in the Borough.
This appointment is to fill the remaining two years of a respective term. As such, the appointment for this Council seat ends December 31, 2027, and would be subject to a new full four-year term after the general election...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: April 17
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Downingtown Man Sentenced to 8.5-17 Years in State Prison for Assaulting a 73-Year-Old while Claiming to be a Vigilante
On April 15, 2026, Court of Common Pleas Judge Allison Royer sentenced...
On Stage: UNRECONCILED brings clear view on church sexual abuse
Editor’s Note: The following story contains graphic dipitctions of sexual abuse and rape of boys, including from the author’s own experience. This article may not be appropriate for all audiences.
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
UNRECONCILED
A one-person play is, by its nature, usually intense.
When a one-person play is performed by its author, it is usually very intense.
When...
CCDC Engle unveils Echo the Eagle
Echo spreads his wings in celebration with a group of CCDC Engle students
Excitement soared at the Child and Career Development Center Engle Campus (CCDC Engle) as students and staff came together for a high-energy celebration welcoming a bold new symbol of school pride: Echo the Eagle. On Friday, April 10, the campus at 107 Schoolhouse Road in West Grove came alive with cheers, anticipation, and...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: April 9
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
West Chester Man Charged with Possession of Child Pornography
On April 2, 2026, the Chester County Detectives, West Whiteland Police Department, and the Chester County District Attorney’s...
Creighton appointed as Chesco Sheriff’s Office new captain
Kevin Creighton
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office announces the appointment of Kevin Creighton as Captain, bringing over 30 years of law enforcement experience to the agency.
Captain Creighton joins the Sheriff’s Office following a distinguished career with the Pennsylvania State Police, where he mostly served as Captain and Director of Operational Training with the Bureau of Training and Education....
DASD celebrates Autism Acceptance Month
Students at Uwchlan Hills Elementary School gather for the school’s “Bubbles of Kindness” event, promoting messages of kindness for Autism Acceptance Month.
Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is proud to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month this April, reinforcing its commitment to fostering a culture of belonging and understanding.
Autism awareness and acceptance initiatives have grown...
