Chester County’s new ballistics tank. The Chester County District Attorney’s Office and the Chester County Detectives are pleased announced Wednesday that they have fully implemented Ballistics Tank technology into the investigative process of firearm identification. This will allow firearms recovered by police to be tested almost immediately by a Chester County Detectives Firearms Examiner. This is the final piece of equipment funded by a PCCD grant and supported by the Chester County Commissioners. Prior to the activation of the Ballistics Tank, it would take six to twelve months to test-fire a firearm, conduct a microscopic examination, and get results. Chester County District Attorney Christopher L. de Barrena-Sarobe said, “Giving law enforcement timely access to the latest technologies is critical to fighting gun violence. When used in conjunction with the existing NIBIN Program, this Ballistics Tank will give law enforcement leads that will solve crimes and stop cycles of violence that sometimes emerge in our community.” Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe noted, “Everyone dedicated to law enforcement in Chester County—from the DA’s Office staff and our County Detectives to all municipal detectives and officers deserves to have the latest technology that supports speed and precision in solving crimes. It is why we approved funding through the American Rescue Plan Act for rapid DNA technology, and it is why we support this important equipment to strengthen ballistics evidence.”    Send article as PDF    ...

By Becky Corbin, Special to The Times Becky Corbin. Times file photo. Presumptive presidential nominees President Biden and former President Trump have a lot of stops to make on the campaign trail, and Pennsylvania will be right at the top of their list. The Keystone State is a crucial destination for any candidate for national office, and combined with our state’s competitive Senate race, voters here in Pennsylvania are in for a whirlwind campaign season. It will no doubt be a thrilling few months for both candidates and voters, but one area every candidate will need to address is how to solve the problem of protecting Social Security. Failure to do so and the possibility of cuts will be a huge disservice to Pennsylvania voters.    Send article as PDF    ...

By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times The title of this article is from a song that Billy Joel wrote after not having written an original song in seventeen years! After years of writing amazing songs that spoke to the world in so many ways, he just wasn’t able to honestly and humbly express something real and authentic. When I heard that and then listened to the song, it brought tears to my eyes. I really felt what he conveyed through the lyrics of his song. Being of similar age, I, too, struggle with having true, honest, authentic excitement about the main things I’m doing. Is this something that you struggle with as well? I think it largely comes down to the strong desire to only do what makes your heart and soul joyous. That being said, while we may want to be at that place in our lives, sometimes we have to accept where we are and find joy in that space, knowing that step by step we’ll get closer to a fully bright and blessed life.    Send article as PDF    ...

Winning Team  Unionville Losing Team  Rustin Score   7 to 0 Singles Matches Matt Miller (UHS)    defeated    Jack Benedetto (RUS)      6-0, 6-2   Andrew Ou (UHS)    defeated    Anish Arora (RUS)      6-1, 6-1   Andy Ye (UHS)   defeated     Tyler Troutman (RUS)      6-0, 6-2    Send article as PDF    ...

The Pennsylvania Scholastic Esports League (PSEL) is excited to announce its upcoming collegiate esports showcase event, taking place on Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fluxspace in Norristown. This event will feature several local colleges and universities showcasing the state of esports within their organizations. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about esports programs, clubs, and degree/certification offerings from institutions such as Temple University, University of Delaware, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, Montgomery County Community College, and Neumann University. In addition to the college presentations, the showcase will host two separate tournaments for Rocket League and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate. Participating students from high schools across Pennsylvania will be able to compete against their peers while gaining firsthand experience in the world of competitive esports.    Send article as PDF    ...