Drought warning continues in Chester County
Abnormally dry conditions — despite recent rainfall — have led to a continued drought warning in Chester County. Earlier this year, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) issued a drought warning due to the lack of significant rainfall in the county since 2025.
Under the PADEP’s drought warning guidance, residents, businesses, farmers, and other water consumers are asked...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: June 2
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:
Malvern Man Convicted of Indecent Assault of a Minor
After a week-long trial, Jose Ramirez-Cantarero, 39, of Malvern, was convicted by a jury of Aggravated Indecent Assault without Consent...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update: May 19
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:
DA Recognizes Corporal Timothy O’Connor at FOP Memorial During National Police Week
On May 14, 2026, law enforcement officers, county leaders, and members of the community gathered at the...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update:: May 4
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:
Conestoga High School Teacher Pleads Guilty
On May 1, 2026, former Conestoga High School teacher Michelle Mercogliano plead guilty to two counts of Institutional Sexual Assault and to Corruption...
Chesco adds more kiosks for justice, public services
Advanced Robot Solutions AI Kiosks
Advanced Robot Solutions (ARS), in partnership with Chester County, ton Friday announced the successful completion of Phase 2 of their collaborative justice system modernization initiative, expanding access to justice and public services for court users across the county.
“Chester County is demonstrating what’s possible when technology is deployed thoughtfully...
Young artists honored at 6th District Art Competition reception
Andrew Grunza of West Chester East High School and Lily Robins of Phoenixville Area High School proudly display their Congressional awards.
The Chester County Art Association in West Chester hosted the Chester County High School Art Exhibition and PA 6th District Congressional Art Competition reception on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The event drew art enthusiasts from across the region to view nearly...
Tucker sworn in as new KSQ Council Member
At a special Council meeting on Wednesday, April 22, Borough Council voted to appoint Tucker McDonald to fill a vacant Council seat.
Tucker is a small business owner in the Borough.
This appointment is to fill the remaining two years of a respective term. As such, the appointment for this Council seat ends December 31, 2027, and would be subject to a new full four-year term after the general election...
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...
