Democrats play their Trump card and hard
Ads start to go negative, too, shockingly
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Last week, in this space I noted that Democratic candidates would be looking to staple their Republican opponents to GOP presidential nominee Donald J. Trump.
Based on a flurry of TV ads and mailers I’ve seen this week, I had it mostly right, except maybe the implement: Democrats are using a nail gun, and one has to wonder...
Welcome to the center of the political universe
National media highlights major role of Chester County in presidential race
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
Well, we told you so.
For most of the summer in this space, we’ve told you that Chester County figures to be ground zero in the presidential race between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump — and now multiple stories from outside the region, in USA Today, The New York Times and The Harrisburg...
Dinniman: driving permit holders can sign up for driving test in advance
State Senator Andy Dinniman announced that new drivers who have obtained a learner’s permit can now sign up for a driving skills road test up to 30 weeks in advance.
“I have heard from numerous individuals who have had difficulty scheduling a driving test due to high demand, especially during the summer months,” Dinniman said. “In response, PennDOT is now allowing those with learner’s permits...
Dinniman rips PECO over poor communication
State Sen. Andy Dinniman
WEST CHESTER — In the wake of the sudden storm that knocked out power for thousands of Chester County residents, a state senator is taking them to task for failing to communicate with its customers when things go wrong.
State Senator Andy Dinniman said today that PECO officials need to improve the way the energy company communicates with customers in light of the thousands...
Dinniman salutes Chesco’s oldest living person
Sen. Andy Dinniman (center, standing) congratulates Edna Cramer (seating) on her 106th birthday. Pictured standing (from left to right) are Joyce Selke, Cramer’s daughter; Jared Selke, Cramer’s great-grandson; Senator Dinniman; Tony Selke, Cramer’s grandson; and Connor Selker, Cramer’s great-grandson.
WEST CHESTER — State Senator Andy Dinniman recently recognized Edna Cramer on her 106th...
Dinniman: West Chester a model in beetle battle
State Senator Andy Dinniman with members of the New Century Club during a tree planting ceremony in Hoopes Park. Pictured (from left to right) are Nancy Berg, Pat Horrocks, John Snook, Dinniman and West Chester Borough Urban Forester Denise Dunn-Kesterson.
WEST CHESTER — With an invasive beetle species threatening ash trees across the state and the nation, West Chester is taking the lead to ensure...
Primary aftermath: Dinniman comes out the big winner
The state senator was not on the ballots, but he emerged as county’s top Democrat
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
While most primary elections in non-presidential years are kind of ho-hum events, Tuesday’s elections turned out to be more revealing than expected, and at minimum give us some hint of what is to come in November.
Not shockingly, turnout was lousy, especially on the Republican...
Dinniman says he will back Wolf
St. Sen. says Chester County needs a friend in Gov.’s office
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
State Sen. Andy Dinniman announced Saturday that he will support Tom Wolf in the Democratic primary for governor.
EAST BRADFORD — While there are four Democratic candidates for governor, Chester County’s top elected Democrat made his choice plain Saturday, with state Sen. Andy Dinniman announcing...
Residents march in protest of CASD decisions
Public, politicians call for action as attorneys continue sparring
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Protestors gather on the steps of the Benner Administration Building. Many called for the resignation of the entire school board in response to recent events.
COATESVILLE – Chanting “the board must go!” a group of about 50 citizens marched from Ash Park to the Benner Administration Building...
