Weekly update from Chester County DA
Here is a brief update on some of the events that occurred recently in the Chester County DA’s Office:
Democratic Campaign Manager Charged with Fraud in Nominating Petitions for PA Auditor General
On February 2, 2026, the Chester County Detectives charged Mariel Kornblith-Martin, 40, of Philadelphia, with Solicitation to Unsworn Falsification to Authorities, Solicitation to False Swearing, the Filing...
On Stage: Nellie McKay come to Upotown! for make up show
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Nellie McKay
Nellie McKay was scheduled to perform her first show at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center (226 North High Street, West Chester,www.uptownwestchester.org) back in October.
But fate had other plans for the versatile and very talented entertainer.
McKay got a featured role in a hit Off-Broadway musical and was forced to postpone her...
ICE will likely get local police killed if this continues
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgann.bsky.social
You may have seen the video of Immigration and Customs Enforcement “officers” ripping people out of a car the other day on Phoenixville. Over the last few months, we’ve seen this all around the county, especially hitting our agricultural sector.
What we saw on video this week was horrifying, probably illegal and just another day in...
What To Do: Groundhog Day, plus indoor and outdoor events this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Founders Philly Freeze-Ou
With temperatures expected to be in single digits this weekend, heading to an outdoor event doesn’t seem like a great option.
However, for those who enjoy bitter cold weather, there is a special event for you.
The Founders Philly Freeze-Out (manayunk.com/events) will take place on Main Street in Manayunk on January...
On Stage: ‘The Producers’ returns to Candlelight
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The weather may be cold and snowy throughout the area but, at one location in Delaware, it’s springtime – “Springtime for Hitler.”
The Candlelight Theater (2208 Millers Road, Arden, Delaware, www.candlelighttheatredelaware.org) is starting the new year off with an outrageous show – a musical which has “Springtime for Hitler” as one...
County DA announces annual awards
On January 23, 2026, the Chester County District Attorney’s Office held its annual award ceremony that honors prosecutors, law enforcement, and other stakeholders whose dedication and service play a critical role in keeping Chester County safe and protected.
Commendation Given to the Chester County Drug Court Program
The Chester County Drug Court Team was presented with a Commendation Award for their...
What To Do: Weather cancels some local events, but some remain
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
While there may be a variety of events on this weekend’s calendar, the major activity for area residents will be to “hunker down.”
The weather forecast is brutal.
Meteorologists are calling for a major storm with heavy ice along with snow accumulations ranging from 8-24 inches – and wind chill factors that may dip below zero degrees.
Power...
County awards $3.2M for emergency housing
The Chester County Commissioners joined other officials and Friends Association leaders for a ribbon-cutting of a new 10-unit non-congregate emergency housing facility in West Chester.
The Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) has awarded $3,270,000 to Friends Association for the creation of a new 10-unit non-congregate emergency housing facility in West Chester. This funding is...
On Stage: Top comic John Poveromo brings show to Candlelight
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
John Poveromo. Photo by Johanna Lefever.
In Italy, Poveromo is known as a village of 200 inhabitants in the municipality of Marina di Massa in the province of Massa-Carrara. In the resort, there are numerous pine forests and a rich Mediterranean scrub.
In America, John Poveromo is known as one of the country’s most talented standup comedians.
Poveromo...
Chester County DA’s Weekly Update
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 in the Chester County DA’s Office during the week of January 12, 2026:
Coatesville Man Found Guilty in Shooting Case
On January 14, 2026, a Chester County jury convicted Damonte Reason, 23, of Coatesville, of Aggravated Assault and related...
