Smith appointed to Court of Common Pleas
Mackenzie W. Smith
Today, the Pennsylvania Senate confirmed the nomination of Mackenzie W. Smith, Esq., as judge on the Chester County Court of Common Pleas.
“I am incredibly grateful to Governor Shapiro for appointing me and to the Pennsylvania Senate for confirming my nomination to the Court of Common Pleas, and I look forward to continuing to serve our Chester County community,” Smith said....
Otten presents East Brandywine Fire Co. with $94K state grant
From left, East Brandywine Fire Co. Trustee Joe Edwards, Ron Miller, East Brandywine Fire Co. Treasurer Ken Ader, Rep. Danielle Friel Otten, Greg Kohlmaier, and Dr. Robert Nye.
State Rep. Danielle Friel Otten on Friday presented $94,000 in state grant funding to the East Brandywine Fire Co. for the purchase of new rescue equipment.
The fire company will use the funds to outfit a new rescue vehicle...
Pepitone named CCIU Dir. of Safety and Security
Bill Pepitone
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) announced Bill Pepitone as their new director of safety and security. Pepitone’s appointment to the position was approved at the CCIU Board of Directors Meeting on January 15, and he began the role on January 27, 2025.
“We are proud to welcome Bill Pepitone as our new director of safety and security. His extensive expertise and commitment...
Moskowitz appointed Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority
Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz (center), newly selected Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority.
Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz was appointed Chair of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) earlier this week at the Authority’s January meeting. For the past two years, Commissioner Moskowitz has served as Vice-Chair for the Authority, and...
Coatesville names Huf as new Fire Chief
Peter Huff was sworn in as Fire Chief of the City of Coatesville by Judge Gregory Hines.
The City of Coatesville announced the appointment of Peter Huf as the City’s new Fire Chief. After a detailed vetting process conducted by an advisory group comprising members of Civil Service, City administration, the Firefighters Union and City Council, Huf’s nomination was unanimously approved by City Council.
He...
County permanently preserved 1,240-plus acres in 2024
The 89-acre Kestrel Hill Preserve, one of the preservation initiatives completed through the Chester County Open Land Preservation Partnership Program in 2024.
Chester County Parks + Preservation announced this week the total number of acres preserved in 2024. Through partnerships with municipalities, conservancies and the state, more than 1,240 acres were confirmed as permanent open space in 2024...
County Sheriff Deputies complete Command & Leadership Academy
Chester County Sheriff’s Office Deputy, Corporal Deborah Gibney, receives her certificate of completion from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police Command & Leadership Academy personnel.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office announced that Corporal Tony Wilson and Corporal Deborah Gibney have successfully completed the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP)...
Westtown organization seeks historic marker for neglected black cemetery
The only remaining gravestone from Westtown Shiloh AME Church and Cemetery. The marker is that of Alfred Bye, a US Colored Troops soldier who served in Company A, 32nd PA regiment. Photo by James Guterl
More than 200 years ago, a Westtown church was the center of a vibrant Black community, the Westtown Shiloh AME Church. It is estimated that at least 140 congregants are buried in the adjacent cemetery...
CCEDC projects positive economic outlook for 2025
CEO of Key Financial, Inc. Patti Brennan, CFP; CCEDC Senior Vice President of Business Development Services MaryFrances McGarrity; Director/Senior Investment Advisor for Truist Foundations & Endowments Specialty Practice Dianne P. Manges, CFA.
On the heels of the U.S. Presidential Inauguration, the region’s longest-running economic outlook event was presented Wednesday by the Chester County Economic...
Gillen announces run for county controller
Vince Gillen and family
Vince Gillen has officially announced his candidacy for Chester County Controller. He brings decades of government and financial experience to the race for this critical role.
As a dedicated public servant with close to two decades of experience in public service and financial oversight, Gillen has spent his career ensuring accountability, transparency, and fiscal responsibility...
