County Human Service employees back union vote
Election returns 163 county Human Services employees to union representation
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
WEST CHESTER — Employees of Chester County’s Human Services departments voted by nearly a two-to-one margin to approve Teamsters Local 384 as their new union representatives, Thursday.
According to unofficial tallies released by the county, the union won 96-56, with all but seven employees...
Letter: Commissioners hiding anti-union legal, consultant costs
To The Editor,
The Chester County Commissioners do not believe they are accountable to County taxpayers. The County is currently embroiled in a labor dispute with the employees at the Department of Human Services. On numerous occasions the Commissioners have refused to disclose how much taxpayer money they are paying the anti-union attorneys and consultants they have hired to assist them in this dispute.
Commissioner...
County to observe National Public Health Week
Variety of public events will provide Rx for community well-being
National Public Health Week is designed to raise awareness about healthy lifestyles and disease prevention.
Even before a national survey last week deemed Chester County the healthiest county in the state for the second time, its Health Department had planned numerous events to celebrate National Public Health Week starting on April...
For second time, county gets top bill of health
National study puts Chesco at top of state rankings
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
County Commissioners Kathi Cozzone (from left), Terence Farrell, and Ryan Costello are applauding a new study that ranked county as “healthiest” in Pennsylvania.
Less than two weeks before the county prepares to celebrate National Public Health Week starting on April 1, it has received...
Op/Ed: Chester County government prepared for emergencies
New plan, developed in-house, provides for county services when disaster strikes
By Terence Farrell, Chester County Commissioner
Terence Farrell
Being prepared for all emergencies is a daunting task for those elected officials responsible for the safety and well-being of their constituents but planning for such emergencies is necessary.
Some months ago the county commissioners took steps to develop...
Op/Ed: Chester County residents have E-cycling options
While new law mandates recycling of electronics, there are many simple options available
By Ryan Costello, Chester County Commissioner
Chester County Commissioner Ryan Costello
A new law in Pennsylvania mandates the safe disposal of electronic equipment, now known as E-waste. No longer will county residents be able to just put a television, computer and other such devices at the curb for the refuse...
Antique show embellished by architectural focus
Annual Chester County fund-raiser to be held at Malvern school
The theme of the 31st Annual Chester County Antiques Show “Architectural Elements in Furniture”
“Architectural Elements in Furniture” will provide the theme of the 31st Annual Chester County Antiques Show, and organizers hope local residents and architectural students will mark their calendars.
This year’s show, presented by...
DUI offender convicted – for 4th time
Prosecutor said drugs prompted driver to park in left lane of Turnpike
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
On March 17, a Franklin County driver stopped his car in the passing lane of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, initiating a series of events that eventually landed him behind bars, authorities said.
On Tuesday night, after a two-day trial, a Chester County jury deliberated for less than...
Register of Wills willing to make house calls
Certain documents can be brought to those who are unable to travel
Proving that where there’s a will, there’s a way, Chester County now will send representatives to hospices, nursing facilities, and private homes to execute certain legal documents, the county said Monday.
The service, which involves securing marriage licenses and notarizing power-of-attorneys, will be provided for those who are...
For tourism marketing, south of France hits home
New campaign will capitalize on county’s cosmopolitan flair
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Blair Mahoney, executive director of the Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau, explained the importance of boosting tourism in the region.
It wasn’t exactly an identity crisis, but the folks entrusted with promoting the area as a tourist destination have agonized for some...
