Updated ‘Move Over’ law goes into effect today
Pennsylvania’s updated law requiring motorists to move over when an emergency or broken down vehicle is on the side of the road takes effect today — and with fines starting at $500 for the first violation, it is something drivers will want to pay a lot of attention to.
The new law requires motorists to either move over — or if unable to do so, slow down to 20 miles an hour below the...
COVID-19 Update, April 13: Mid-Atlantic states to work together to plan ‘reopening’
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Better numbers and a process to create a plan to reopen the region, Monday, may be the first signs that the tide is turning in the battle against the deadly COVID-19 virus.
New case and fatality numbers in Pennsylvania and Chester County fell Sunday, as the governors of a number of Mid-Atlantic states announced process to jointly create a plan to slowly reopen society...
Have a happy — and Safe — Labor Day weekend
Although we may all be dodging raindrops — and potential thunderstorms —throughout the weekend, this Labor Day weekend, it makes sense to pay attention to a few details to keep your long weekend happy and safe.
Whether, like many of us, you plan to stay home and fire up the grill for one last summer weekend, or if you’re hitting the road for one last weekend at the shore, Red Cross offers...
PA State Police help make meals a reality for all
Thanksgiving food drive kicks off a season long effort supporting area food pantries
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
AVONDALE – Troopers from the Pennsylvania State Police (PASP) – Avondale Barracks recently held a Thanksgiving food drive to help the Chester County Food Bank replenish its supplies. State-wide, the PASP will be assisting more than 60 meal sites and 40...
Vacuum cleaner reportedly sucked out of store
State police investigating theft of display model at retailer
An alleged theft at Sears Hardware in the 800 block of East Baltimore Pike in East Marlborough Township is under investigation, said state police from the Avondale barracks. Police said a sales consultant noticed on Saturday, May 10, that the display Dyson vacuum was missing. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 610-268-2022.
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Avondale trooper cleared of brutality charge
Kelly Cruz had been accused of stomping suspect in head during drug raid
Updated at 1:15 p.m. with state police comment
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Kelly Cruz
More than four years after being accused of using excessive force during a drug bust, a veteran state police narcotics investigator has been acquitted of federal civil rights charges.
A jury deliberated less than two...
Lawyer accused of end run around state-store system
Police said he illegally sold high-end wine from his Malvern cellar
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Arthur David Goldman, 49, of Malvern, is accused of illegally importing and selling wine.
On his Facebook page, a 49-year-old Malvern lawyer identifies himself as a graduate of Lower Merion High School, Harvard University, and Cornell University Law School, but authorities suggest...
Pennsylvania launches designated-driver initiative
Inspired by young ensign’s death, campaign aims to prevent similar tragedies
State Police Commissioner Frank Noonan was one of the speakers at a news conference announcing Pennsylvania’s participation in a designated-driver campaign to prevent tragedies on state roadways.
On July 22, 2000, U.S. Navy Ensign John R. Elliott, just two months out of the Naval Academy, was killed in Salem County, N.J.,...
State police report back-to-back accidents
Both drivers cited for speeding after losing control Saturday on Doe Run Road
State police from the Avondale barracks reported back-to-back, one-vehicle accidents on Doe Run Road in West Marlborough Township on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 3:46 p.m. –both attributed to speeding.
Roni J. Page, 50, of Toughkenamon, was cited after traveling west on Doe Run Road in a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee when she lost...
State police probing bike theft in Newlin Township
$4,000 Ventana reportedly stolen from unlocked garage
On Nov. 18 between 8:20 and 8:50 p.m., someone stole a dark blue Ventana single-speed bicycle from an unlocked garage in the 600 block of Harveys Bridge Road in Newlin Township, said state police from the Embreeville barracks. Police said the bike, which was hanging from a hook on the wall, is valued at about $4,000. Anyone with information is asked...
