Weekly update from Chester County DA
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Democratic Campaign Manager Charged with Fraud in Nominating Petitions for PA Auditor General
On February 2, 2026, the Chester County Detectives charged Mariel Kornblith-Martin, 40, of Philadelphia, with Solicitation to Unsworn Falsification to Authorities, Solicitation to False Swearing, the Filing...
County DA announces annual awards
On January 23, 2026, the Chester County District Attorney’s Office held its annual award ceremony that honors prosecutors, law enforcement, and other stakeholders whose dedication and service play a critical role in keeping Chester County safe and protected.
Commendation Given to the Chester County Drug Court Program
The Chester County Drug Court Team was presented with a Commendation Award for their...
County awards $3.2M for emergency housing
The Chester County Commissioners joined other officials and Friends Association leaders for a ribbon-cutting of a new 10-unit non-congregate emergency housing facility in West Chester.
The Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) has awarded $3,270,000 to Friends Association for the creation of a new 10-unit non-congregate emergency housing facility in West Chester. This funding is...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update
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 in the Chester County DA’s Office during the week of January 12, 2026:
Coatesville Man Found Guilty in Shooting Case
On January 14, 2026, a Chester County jury convicted Damonte Reason, 23, of Coatesville, of Aggravated Assault and related...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update
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 in the Chester County DA’s Office during the week of January 5, 2026:
Atglen Man Arrested After Shooting
On January 6, 2026, Jon Muniz, 34, of Atglen, Pennsylvania, was arrested for Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Discharging...
CCIU to offer tech training for K-12 leaders
As schools and public-sector systems face a sharp rise in cyber incidents, municipal and education leaders are invited to strengthen their knowledge at the Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Governance for K-12 Leaders’ training hosted by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU).
Professionals working in K-12 environments with technology, including superintendents, business officials,...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update
Editor’s Note: The following is a submission by the Chester County District Attorney’s Office.
Christiana Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
On December 17, 2025, Stephen Jordan, 36, of Christiana, Pennsylvania, was arrested for Possession and Dissemination of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), Sexual Intercourse with an Animal, and other related charges. The Defendant was...
On Stage: Hypnosis meets improv at The Colonial
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
HYPROV
The last time Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci performed in this area was at Xcite Center at Parx Casino with a new show called “HYPROV: Improv under Hypnosis.”
Now, they are coming back with the same show in a new version — the highly successful, “Yes, It’s Real” Tour.
With new dates announced and fresh from visiting over 60...
CCIU’s HeadStart program named as one of Toy Drive beneficiaries
Team members from CCIU’s Head Start program attend the WSFS Bank & Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Holiday Toy Drive breakfast, where donated gifts were gathered for distribution to local children and families. Pictured left to right are Tamara Acuna, assistant director of Student Services, and Shannon Dolan, practice based coach.
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) announced...
FBI honors Valley Twp. Police
FBI-LEEDA Executive Director Jacques Battiste presents the award to Chief Glenn Eckman and Sergeant Timothy Parker.
The Valley Township Police Department has been awarded the prestigious FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (FBI-LEEDA) Agency Trilogy Award, a national honor recognizing agencies that demonstrate exceptional commitment to leadership development and professional excellence.
FBI-LEEDA...
