Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: April 17
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:
Downingtown Man Sentenced to 8.5-17 Years in State Prison for Assaulting a 73-Year-Old while Claiming to be a Vigilante
On April 15, 2026, Court of Common Pleas Judge Allison Royer sentenced...
On Stage (Extra): Longtime bluesmen bring show to area
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Tinsel Ellis
There are two shows coming to the area over the next few days that feature two similar musicians – two versatile and veteran musicians.
They both excel at playing guitar, writing songs and singing with emotion.
They both have been playing music for more than 50 years and have released more than 20 albums each.
Another similarity...
On Stage (Extra): Valentina Sounds celebrates new music
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Valentina Sounds
Valentina Sounds has new music and that calls for a celebration.
On April 17, Valentina Sounds will celebrate the release of her second album, “What Keeps Me Alive,” with a show at The Crown at The Queen (500 North Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware, http://www.thequeenwilmington.com).
Valentina Sounds is the stage name for...
CCDC Engle unveils Echo the Eagle
Echo spreads his wings in celebration with a group of CCDC Engle students
Excitement soared at the Child and Career Development Center Engle Campus (CCDC Engle) as students and staff came together for a high-energy celebration welcoming a bold new symbol of school pride: Echo the Eagle. On Friday, April 10, the campus at 107 Schoolhouse Road in West Grove came alive with cheers, anticipation, and...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: April 9
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:
West Chester Man Charged with Possession of Child Pornography
On April 2, 2026, the Chester County Detectives, West Whiteland Police Department, and the Chester County District Attorney’s...
Creighton appointed as Chesco Sheriff’s Office new captain
Kevin Creighton
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office announces the appointment of Kevin Creighton as Captain, bringing over 30 years of law enforcement experience to the agency.
Captain Creighton joins the Sheriff’s Office following a distinguished career with the Pennsylvania State Police, where he mostly served as Captain and Director of Operational Training with the Bureau of Training and Education....
DASD celebrates Autism Acceptance Month
Students at Uwchlan Hills Elementary School gather for the school’s “Bubbles of Kindness” event, promoting messages of kindness for Autism Acceptance Month.
Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is proud to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month this April, reinforcing its commitment to fostering a culture of belonging and understanding.
Autism awareness and acceptance initiatives have grown...
DCCC, YMCA to partner for preschool
Michael Ranck, President and CEO of the YMCA of Eastern Delaware County, with DCCC President Dr. Marta Yera Cronin. Photo courtesy DCCC.
At a time when parents are struggling to find affordable childcare, Delaware County Community College and the YMCA of Eastern Delaware County have officially signed an agreement to partner in the YMCA Early Learning Center at DCCC’s Southeast Center, located at...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: April 1
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:
Phoenixville Man Pleads Guilty to Third Degree Murder
On March 20, 2026, Holden Hoffsis, of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, pled guilty to Murder of the Third Degree before the Honorable Sarah...
Henderson HS wins Chester County Academic Competition
The academic team from B. Reed Henderson High School pose with their awards as the 2026 champions of the Chester County Academic Competition.
On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, B. Reed Henderson High School emerged victorious over 23 other Chester County schools in the Chester County Academic Competition, which is organized by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) and sponsored by the Franklin Mint...
