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District Attorney Deb Ryan recognized law enforcement officers and prosecutors during a 2023 Chester County Justice Center ceremony.

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District Attorney Deb Ryan recognized law enforcement officers and prosecutors during a 2023 Chester County Justice Center ceremony.

Creeks and streams were rising as the rain continued to fall Monday, according to forecasters.
Fired Delco Officer Tyler Humphreys is accused of sexually assaulting three girls, one of whom was just 9.
Fired Delco Officer Tyler Humphreys is accused of sexually assaulting three girls, one of whom was just 9.
Gawthrop Greenwood PC employees provide gift cards to underserved communities to make the holiday bright.
The turnpike will be closed so crews can install a span that carries Manor Road Bridge over the turnpike in Wallace Township.
State Rep. Danielle Otten co-sponsors a bill to further protect a woman's right to an abortion.
Melissa Shusterman co-sponsored a bill that is included in the budget to provide tax credits for child and dependent care.
The cab of the Penske truck was elevated and struck the underside of the bridge.
The state Department of Agriculture inspectors stopped in restaurants in the Tredyffrin/Easttown area from Dec. 1-14.
Alba's provides contemporary cuisine with seasonal ingredients prepared on a wood-burning grill.
American Water workers will be stopping by residents' homes to check if the water pipes are made of lead.
The endorsement was provided by the Pennsylvania Art Education Association.
The road will be closed until the bridge is replaced, which is expected to be complete at the end of 2024.
Chester County inspectors found violations in restaurants in Phoenixville in December.
The state House and Senate passed the bill that would reduce the standards for enrollment in the police academy.
Chester County Economic Development Council offers students an opportunity to apply for financial aide for the spring semester.
The hearing is on a request to construct 52 condominiums in downtown Wayne.
Blair Watts was convicted Wednesday of first-degree murder in the slaying of Jennifer Brown .
Mayor Peter Urscheler swore in a new officer police officer at the beginning of the borough council meeting.