CCIU’s Kersch honored with national Esports award
Kammas Kersch
Kammas Kersch, STEM Services Coordinator at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), has been honored with the 2025 National Scholastic Esports Administrative Ally Award, recognizing her exceptional leadership and advocacy in scholastic esports. The award, part of the inaugural National Scholastic Esports Awards, was developed through a collaboration of K-12 and collegiate esports...
Court information kiosks Installed at Justice Center
One of the new touchscreen and voice-activated court information kiosks available in the Chester County Justice Center.
Chester County Court Administration is pleased to introduce interactive information kiosks at the Chester County Justice Center and two Magisterial District Courts, providing streamlined visitor access to County Court information and services. Chester County is the first county government...
Sheriff’s Office holds swearing-In, promotion, and retirement ceremony
Chester County Sheriff Kevin Dykes (center) welcomed new Sheriff’s Office deputies, recognized a promotion, and honored the retirement of a K-9 during a recent Swearing-In, Promotion, and Retirement ceremony.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office welcomed new deputies, celebrated a promotion, and honored the retirement of a K-9 during a recent Swearing-In, Promotion, and Retirement Ceremony at the...
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...
