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Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Completes Construction of Unionville High School’s Rooftop Solar Array
West Chester, Pa (October 21, 2026) - State Senator Carolyn Comitta recently visited Unionville High School tour its new rooftop solar energy system, one of the first in the Pennsylvania to be completed under the state’s new Solar for Schools (S4S) Grant Program. In...
Solar for Schools at Unionville H.S.
Comitta Secures Funding for Literacy Programs at The Bridge Academy in Coatesville
Coatesville, Pa (October 19, 2026) - More Coatesville-area students will be able to benefit from literacy programs at The Bridge Academy and Community Center thanks to funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. “As a former educator, I know that a child’s...
Comitta Announces Investment in Handi-Crafters
West Chester, Pa. (October 14, 2026) – One of the largest employment and disability-focused nonprofit support service programs in southeastern Pennsylvania is upgrading its facility, thanks to state funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. Handi-Crafters,...
Comitta Secures Funding for Chester County Detectives’ DNA Database
West Chester, Pa. (October 14, 2026) – The Chester County Detectives were recently awarded state funding for supplies necessary to maintain their local DNA database, thanks to the work of state Senator Carolyn Comitta. “This investment will support the Chester...
Sen. Comitta’s 2026 Library Card Sign-Up Fest
Comitta, Williams Announce Funding for More Improvements at Ash Park
West Chester, Pa. (October 7, 2026) – Plans to continue improving and developing Coatesville’s largest and most visited park got a major boost today thanks to state funding announced by State Senator Carolyn Comitta and State Representative Dan Williams. Phase three...
Comitta Announces State Funding for Sports Courts at Exton Park
West Chester, Pa. (October 7, 2026) – New courts for tennis, pickleball, and basketball are coming to Exton Park, thanks to funding announced today by State Senator Carolyn Comitta. The project is funded through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and...
Comitta, Shusterman Announce Funding for an Addition to the Rushton Woods Preserve
West Chester, Pa. (October 7, 2026) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta and State Representative Melissa Shusterman announced today that funding was awarded for an addition to the Rushton Woods Preserve in Willistown. The Willistown Conservation Trust (WCT) was awarded...
Comitta, Pielli Announce Funding for Parks in West Chester and East Bradford
West Chester, Pa. (October 7, 2026) – Two parks in East Bradford Township and West Chester Borough are slated for major upgrades thanks to state funding announced today by State Senator Carolyn Comitta and State Representative Chris Pielli. The projects are funded...
Comitta, Shusterman to Host Free Community Shredding Event at Valley Forge Middle School Oct. 3
West Chester, Pa (September 24, 2025) – This fall, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Melissa Shusterman are again holding a free document shredding event to help residents protect their personal information. The event is set for Saturday, October...
Comitta to Hold 2nd Annual Senior Expo at WCU on October 13
West Chester, Pa (August 18, 2026) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta is holding a Senior Expo this fall, featuring free activities, health screenings, resources, raffles, and information on local and state services. The 2nd Annual Senior Expo is set for Tuesday, October...
Comitta, Shusterman Announce Funding for the Tredyffrin Heritage Center at Duportail
West Chester, Pa. (September 15, 2026) – A historic site in Tredyffrin that played an important role in the Revolutionary War is becoming a heritage and visitors’ center to support tourism and share the story of American Independence. This week, state Senator Carolyn...
Comitta Announces Funding for Stormwater Management, Flood Safety
West Chester, Pa. (September 15, 2026) – Three projects to enhance stormwater management and flood safety in West Whiteland, West Goshen, and communities across Chester County were awarded state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. “As we continue...
Comitta Announces Funding for Municipal Infrastructure Upgrades
West Chester, Pa. (September 15, 2026) – Five projects to improve municipal infrastructure in East Fallowfield, Downingtown, Willistown, West Whiteland, and West Goshen were awarded state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. “From ensuring core...
Comitta Announces Funding for Bridge and Roadway Repairs
West Chester, Pa (September 14, 2026) – Four projects to repair, rebuild, and improve roads and bridges in East Bradford, Malvern, Valley, and Tredyffrin were awarded state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. “A safe, smooth, and reliable...
Comitta Announces Funding for Fire, Police and 9-1-1 Call Center Upgrades
West Chester, Pa. (September 15, 2026) – Six projects to improve public safety and strengthen emergency response services in Coatesville, Oxford, Valley, Willistown, and communities across Chester County were awarded state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta...
Comitta Helps Secure New Vehicle for Union Fire Company in Oxford
Oxford, Pa. (September 11, 2026) - Union Fire Company in Oxford has purchased a new vehicle to support its emergency service operations thanks to funding secured by State Senator Carolyn Comitta. A $50,000 grant...
Comitta, Chester County Library Invite Families to 4th Annual Library Card Sign Up Fest on Sept. 13
Exton, Pa (August 11, 2026) – Children, families, and residents are encouraged to sign up for a library card and take advantage of the many opportunities offered by our public libraries at the Chester County Library and State Senator Carolyn Comitta’s...
EEA Press Conference on PJM Reform
Comitta Calls for PJM Reform
Comitta, Kane Introduce Bill to Create “Recovery Works” Specialty License Plate
West Chester, Pa (September 1, 2026) – To raise awareness of substance use disorder and remind residents that recovery is possible and help is available, State Senators Carolyn Comitta and John Kane are introducing legislation to establish a “Recovery Works”...
Comitta Reminds Small Arts Organizations to Apply for New Grant Program
West Chester, Pa (September 1, 2026) – Small arts organizations and programs have just under two weeks left to apply for funding through Pennsylvania’s new Spotlight Grant Program, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said today. The Spotlight Program, created by...
Comitta Announces Updated Fall Outreach Schedule
West Chester, Pa (August 31, 2026) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta is updating her office’s schedule of eight monthly outreach office hour locations to better serve constituents throughout the 19th District. “My team and I are committed to serving our neighbors in...
Comitta Reminds Drivers of School Bus Safety Ahead of New School Year
West Chester, Pa (August 24, 2026) – As students begin to return to schools around our region, state Senator Carolyn Comitta is reminding motorists to follow Pennsylvania’s School Bus Stopping Law and to slow down to 15 mph in school zones. Over the past five...
Comitta Announces Funding for Intersection Improvements Near Chester County Airport
West Chester, Pa (August 18, 2026) – An important intersection in Valley Township will be improved to help ensure traffic safety and support economic growth at Chester County Airport and in the surrounding area, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced this week....
Comitta Supports Strong Data Center Standards and Moratorium
West Chester, Pa (August 18, 2026) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta, Minority Chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, today issued the following statement regarding Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order on Data Center Standards: “I appreciate...
Comitta: Chester County’s First School-Based Health Center Coming to Coatesville Area Senior High School
West Chester, Pa (August 14, 2026) – As students prepare to return to class, work is underway at the Coatesville Area Senior High School (CASH) to develop a new school-based community health center, the first of its kind in Chester County. The center, operated...
Op/Ed: Beagles are the All-American Dog, Pa Can Do Better to Protect Them (and Other Dogs and Cats, too)
When most of us think of beagles, we think of Snoopy and Charlie Brown. In addition to cementing their place in popular culture, beagles are ideal companions due to their gentle nature, and sturdy yet compact size. Unfortunately, those same characteristics make them a...
Comitta: New Law Makes It Easier for Pa-Certified Teachers to Return to Commonwealth Classrooms
Harrisburg, PA (July 28, 2026) – A new law will make it easier for Pennsylvania teachers to return to the Commonwealth after teaching in other states. As part of this year’s School Code, passed through the state budget process, the Pennsylvania Department of Education...