Chester, suburban counties back Philly effort to restore slavery exhibits
Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware Counties filed a joint amicus brief in support of the City of Philadelphia’s court filings seeking to restore the slavery exhibits at the President’s House Site in Philadelphia, which the U.S. National Park Service recently removed.
The Counties’ legal filing describes their proximity to and shared history with Philadelphia, their connections to the nation’s...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: Feb. 10
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:
Couple Found Guilty of Third Degree Murder After 8-Year-Old Child Died of a Fentanyl Overdose
After a six-day trial, a Chester County jury found Defendant Mousa Hawa, 43, and Defendant Holly...
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...
