Delco DA Jack Stollsteimer announced an investigation into videos that appear to show county election officials destroying ballots and machinery in the 2020 general election.
By Linda Stein
Judge expected to rule Monday on request to sequester problematic Delco ballots
After hundreds of Delaware County ballots went to the wrong voters, Republican candidates have asked for a sequestration of 5,500 ballots. Some key races could hang in the balance.
By Linda Stein
Wally Nunn: Delaware County’s spending spree will have devastating results in years to come.
Delaware County is spending money it doesn’t have, and budgeting to spend even more. When Covid relief funds run out, the taxpayers will be left holding the bag.
By Wally Nunn
Delco officials admit sending hundreds of ballots to wrong voters
Delaware County issued 670 ballots to the wrong people. Officials are blaming a vendor misprint for the problem.
By Linda Stein
Wally Nunn: Delco councilwoman has no interest in hiring middle-aged white guys from Bonner
Delaware County Councilwoman Christine Reuthner has made prejudiced remarks in a public meeting. It’s time for the voters to hold her responsible for her actions.
By Wally Nunn
Democratic-leaning counties selectively invited to apply for election grants, emails show
Delco Councilwoman Christine Reuther: “I will deal with the blow back.”
By Todd Shepherd
Delco controller chides county council over transparency and spending
Delaware County Controller JoAnne Phillips expressed concern over a lack of transparency and worrying spending practices from the county council.
By Todd Shepherd
Delco’s legal costs higher than county previously reported
New information provided by the county reveals higher legal fees than previously reported. The hike comes amid overall spending growth.
By Todd Shepherd
Delco legal expenses nearly triple since 2019
In 2019, the county spent $402,113 on legal costs from outside attorneys or law firms. After the partisan control of the county changed in 2020, legal fees rose to $1.14 million, and are set to surpass $1.2 million this year.
By Todd Shepherd
Delco’s fiscal watchdog pushes back against pay raise and bonus proposals
With a still uncertain financial situation, Delaware County leaders have been debating and approving various pay hikes and vague payouts to certain government employees. The county controller has raised concerns over perceived unfairness to both county workers who won’t benefit and to taxpayers.
By Todd Shepherd