Government & Politics
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See How Delaware County Voted in Tuesday’s Primary
While results are still too close to call statewide in the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate GOP Primary race, here in Delaware County, voters generally gave clear indications of who they wanted as their candidates for the General Election in November. Among the unofficial results were several uncontested races. Here is what the Delaware County Election Bureau…
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A Trickle of Voters Tuesday as Mail-in Ballots Number 39,864
Even with a key U.S. Senate race and election of party candidates for governor, voter turnout was low for the Primary Election in Delaware County, a mere “drip, drip, drip,” according to Springfield Commissioner Ed Kelly. Despite beautiful weather, voter turnout was a trickle, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. A low in-person turnout…
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Audit Released Thursday in Upper Darby Over Rescue Plan Funds
A forensic investigation audit into Upper Darby finances will be released Thursday evening during a town meeting hosted by Upper Darby Mayor Barbarann Keefer, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The audit by Marcum LLP was requested by the township when questions arose about the management and accounting of Upper Darby’s $20.8 million 2021…
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$1.6 Billion in Funding Connects 3,000 Pa. Bridges with Upkeep and Safety Resources
Pennsylvania will receive $1.6 billion in funding to repair 3,000 bridges across the state, writes Priyanka Singh for Contractor News. The once-in-a-generation boost is being facilitated through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The major initiative was first unveiled earlier in the year by Gov. Tom Wolf and U.S. Dept. of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “This is…
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Delaware County to Implement Programs to Reduce Prison Population
Jane Dunbar claims her brother was denied things like proper medical care at George W. Hill prison when it was run by the for-profit GEO Group, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. She expects things to change now that Delaware County is once again running the prison. County officials hope new drug treatment options,…
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Attention Passengers: Federal REAL ID Requirement for Domestic Travel Starts Year from Now
Pa. travelers now have a year to get a federal REAL ID before it become a requirement for domestic air travel. The new documentation is being phased in as legacy verifications for boarding fade into history. Kiley Koscinski filed a first-class explanation on the issue for WHYY. After several pandemic-related postponements, the ID deadline has…
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2 PA Legislators, From Delco and Montco, Team Up to Help Vets With PTSD
Two Pennsylvania legislators, one from Delaware County and one from Montgomery, one Republican, one Democrat, are coming together on a common issue—to help veterans suffering from PTSD, reports Lucy Bustamante for NBC 10. State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara (D-Delaware County) and Rep. Tracy Pennycuick, (R-Montgomery County) have teamed up to promote the use of “magical mushrooms”…
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Poll: McCormick, Oz, Fetterman Lead PA Primary Senate Race
The latest Pennsylvania Senate poll shows the Republican primary race a jumble, while Lt. Gov. John Fetterman has a big lead in the Democratic primary race, writes Charles Thompson for The Bradford Era. The new poll shows a near-tie between GOP candidates David McCormick and Dr. Mehmet Oz. On the Democratic side, Lt. Gov. John…
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Public Health Department Now Open in Delco. What That Means for You
On April 2, the Delaware County Public Health Department began operating as an officially licensed department, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “We did the biggest thing that any public health department could have done during National Public Health Week and that is starting to be a public health department and deliver our…
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An Emotional Day as County Assumes Control of George W. Hill Correctional Facility
Warden Laura Williams was emotional the day Delaware County officially took over operations of the George W. Hill Correctional Facility, the last privately-run correctional facility of its type in Pennsylvania writes Jim Melwert for KYW Newsradio. The first roll call of the new county prison employees took place 12:01 a.m. March 6. “Delaware County made…
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Coalition Stages Rally in Support of Wednesday’s Changeover at Prison
On April 3, the Delaware County Coalition for Prison Reform hosted an afternoon rally at the Delaware County Courthouse to celebrate the deprivatization of the George W. Hill Correctional Facility, which is happening Wednesday, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “It’s hard to believe,” M. Tonita Austin, chair of the Delco CPR leadership…
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Gov. Wolf Encourages Neighborly Kindness in Advance of Mr. Rogers–Themed ‘1-4-3 Day’
Announcing the fourth annual 1-4-3 Day in Pennsylvania, Gov. Tom Wolf encouraged Keystone State residents to show kindness, generosity, and love this coming May 23. The date is the 143rd day of 2022, a number that Rogers imbued with special significance, writes James Wesser for WETM 18 News, Elmira, NY. The tradition was started in…
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Delaware County Council Takes Next Step to Transform Don Guanella Site Into County’s Largest Public Park
Delaware County Council approved a proposal this week to transform the 213-acre Don Guanella property in Marple Township into the largest public park in the county and its first major park in more than two decades. The Don Guanella Master Planning Process, led by Ann Toole & Associates, will include public input in planning the…
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Suburban Philadelphia Nonprofit Finds Itself in Spotlight Amidst Investigation into Trump’s ‘Fraudulent’ Schemes
North American Land Trust, a nonprofit based in Pennsbury Township, has found itself in the spotlight amidst the New York Attorney General’s investigation into Donald Trump’s dealings, writes Jacob Adelman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The investigation has labeled Trump’s $21 million tax deduction for preserving his Seven Springs Estate a part of a pattern of…
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs May Close Coatesville, Philadelphia VA Medical Center, Shift Services to New King Of Prussia Facility
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs aims to close 17 medical centers across the country, including centers in Coatesville and Philadelphia, writes Patricia Kime for Military.com. The department’s recently unveiled plan also calls for the shift of services to more than 30 new or rebuilt hospitals. In some cases, private care would be relied upon.…
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County and New Warden Laura Williams Embrace Reforms and Opportunities at Delco Prison
When Delaware County’s prison returns to county control in April it will be led by new warden Laura Williams with a background in behavioral health, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Laura Williams, 36, has worked as a substance abuse counselor and has had various roles at the Allegheny County jail. She was drawn…
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Peace Rally With Music in Support of Ukraine Set This Evening in Haverford Township
Haverford Township and the Kelly Center for Music, Arts and Community in Havertown have organized “United With Ukraine,” a peaceful demonstration with music and words to show community support for the people of Ukraine. United With Ukraine takes place Thursday, March 10, 5 to 6:30 p.m., rain or shine, at the Paddock Park Pavilion, 214…
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Good COVID News Ahead as Delaware County Looks Back at Who We Lost
Sunday, March 6, marks the two-year anniversary of the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic in Delaware County. A vigil this Tuesday will recall pandemic victims. The first case in Pennsylvania was reported March 6, 2020 in Delaware County. From that moment the county witnessed the devastating impact of the virus on our communities. In the…
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