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Jul 8, 2026
Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael Pahira Jr. was laid to rest earlier today.  Please continue to keep his family and loved ones in your prayers.
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Jul 7, 2026
Please come out and join your local FIRST RESPONDERS at National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Minch Park from 6PM to 8PM.
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Event
Jul 6, 2026
Save the date! We will be having our National Night Out on August 4, 2026. The event is 6pm-8pm. The event will be held at: 1-    West Grove Brough in the parking lot of 117 Rosehill Ave. West Grove, PA 19390 This event would not be possible without our spo...
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Created Jul 1, 2026 / Updated Jul 7, 2026
Help us set students up for success this school year! Maternal and Child Health Consortium is collecting new school supplies for local kids in need, because every child deserves to start the year ready to learn. ✏️🖍️📓 🗓️ Donation Dates:  June 23, 2026 - August 14, 20...
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Arrest
Created Jul 5, 2026 / Updated Jul 7, 2026
The police have filed charges against David Leslie SMITH for Theft and related offenses stemming from an investigation that began on June 18, 2026, related to the Parkesburg Train Station.  A preliminary hearing regarding this criminal matter will be scheduled at District...
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Arrest
Jul 5, 2026
The police have arrested Shaylah Lynn BATES for Domestic Assault and related offenses following an incident that occurred on July 4, 2026, in the 500 block of West First Avenue.  BATES was transported to the Chester County Central Booking Center for arraignment.  A p...
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Broadcast
Jul 4, 2026
Due to the impending storms the Downingtown Good Neighbor Day Fireworks will be launched at the earliest 8:15pm. Please plan accordingly.
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Broadcast
Jul 4, 2026
Traffic Alert: The left lane of Route 100 Spur Northbound at Mile Marker 1.9 , beneath the Pottstown Pike bridge , is closed due to a buckled roadway and a large hole in the pavement. Motorists should use caution, expect delays, and move over well in advance. Penndot was notif...
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Bernard, Jamir Gregory

Bernard, Jamir Gregory - 18-3925(a) Receiving Stolen Property (F3) and 2 additional charges

Brown, Brian P.

Brown, Brian P. - Theft By Unlawful Taking and 1 additional charge

Dominguez, Francis Javier

Dominguez, Francis Javier - (75)3802 (c) DUI: Highest Rate and 2 additional charges

Carcana, Hector

(18) 4101 A2 Forgery Unauthorized Act in Writing

Perez-Simon, Angel

(1) Count DUI BAC .16% or Greater and 4 additional charges

Handy, Kadijah A.

Handy, Kadijah A. - (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (F3) & Related Charges

Hubbard, Bridgett

3929.3(A) Organized Retail Theft & Related charges

Pereira-Morales, Kevin Jhonalberth

Pereira-Morales, Kevin Jhonalberth - (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (F3)

macauley, Lauren Marie

macauley, Lauren Marie - (1 count ) Retail Theft (F3) and 2 additional charges

Hine, Christopher Joseph

Hine, Christopher Joseph - (1 COUNT) (18) 3929 (A)(1) RETAIL THEFT (M1) and 1 additional charge

Gomez-Nunez, Carlos Eduardo

Gomez-Nunez, Carlos Eduardo - Driving Under the Influence and 2 additional charges

Ramos-Flores, Ruben

(1 Count Theft By Unlawful Taking and 1 additional charge

Zeigler, Christopher

(1 COUNT ) RETAIL THEFT (M1) and 1 additional charge

Lainez, Roberto

(1) Count False Identification To Law Enforcement and 2 additional charges

Mendez-Lopez, Jose E

Mendez-Lopez, Jose E - (1) Count DUI - Incapable of Driving Safely and 4 additional charges

Yancha, Orlando

(1 COUNT) (18) 3929 (A)(1) RETAIL THEFT (F3) and 1 additional charge