County OKs $520 million budget with 4.9% tax hike
Not even Leo, the new county K-9, elicits bark of protest
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
K-9 Leo waits for his turn in the spotlight at the county commissioners’ meeting with his handler, John DiBuonaventuro, a longtime first responder and Tredyffrin Township supervisor
The Chester County Commissioners on Thursday approved a $520 million budget for 2013 – a blueprint that...
County poised to hike taxes for 1st time in 5 years
Increase is needed to maintain valued services, commissioners said
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
County Commissioners Ryan Costello (from left), Terence Farrell and Kathi Cozzone said a tax hike is needed to continue county services that residents value.
The Chester County Commissioners held a meeting Tuesday night to elicit comment on the preliminary 2013 budget. Even though the...
County observing Mental Illness Awareness Week
Educational materials will be available at multiple locations
Chester County Commissioners Ryan Costello (from left), Terence Farrell, and Kathi Cozzone will issue a proclamation Tuesday to spotlight National Mental Illness Awareness Week.
Chester County will recognize National Mental Illness Awareness Week, which begins today, with many local activities to promote insight and treatment options, the...
Tourism center’s historic renovation celebrated
Former meetinghouse once served as hub for abolitionists
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Alicia Lyons (from left) and Mary Beth Tryens enthusiastically tout the award-winning wines of the nearby Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery.
Community leaders took a step back in time Wednesday as they celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the newly renovated Brandywine Valley Tourism Information...
Rewarding military service with price breaks
New Veterans ID & Discount Program to launch in county on Friday
Many areas businesses are not waiting for Veterans Day to thank the men and women who have served in the military. From dining to dentistry, car repair to chiropractic care, a host of vendors are participating in a new program for veterans.
On Friday, Chester County Recorder of Deeds Rick Loughery, whose office manages DD-214 military...
