County recognizes longtime Employee Gerri Jackson as she retires at age 94

Gerri Jackson
At Wednesday’s Chester County Commissioners’ Public Meeting, longtime County Government employee Gerri Jackson was honored as she prepares for retirement. After nearly four decades, Gerri will formally retire on February 15th, at the age of 94.
Gerri began her work with Chester County Government in September 1987, as a part-time member of the custodial team. She has been a valued...
Commissioners appoint Edmond Executive Director of the Chester County Planning Commission

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz and Eric Roe approved today the appointment of Matthew (Matt) Edmond, AICP, as Executive Director of the Chester County Planning Commission. Matt joins the County on February 18 and replaces Brian O’Leary who retired in November of 2024.
Edmond has more than 20 years of public planning experience with the Montgomery County Planning Commission,...
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...