First Woman to Serve as Master in Domestic Relations
Patricia H. Donnelly of Springfield will become Delaware County’s first female master in domestic relations, joining Judge Francis J. Catania’s plan to modernize the department. The shift includes full computerization, faster payments, and new procedures, though some timelines stretch beyond May 31.
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Daily Times
Delaware County
Patricia H. Donnelly
Springfield
Francis J. Catania
Catania
Delaware County Women’s Commission
Commission
Nancy Day
Uisiaeies
Judge Catania
Joseph Honer
Honer
Vagica
Delaware County Domestic Relations to Improve Enforcement
Changes take effect slowly as the department restructures. Internal officials push for higher enforcement against deadbeats, with salary gaps causing turnover. Twenty three vacancies exist, including six clerical posts and four officer roles. Temporary $25 support orders aim to bridge six weeks to court. Women's Commission voices ongoing concern and plans talks with Judge Reed.
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Domestic Relations Department
Delaware County
Courts
Joseph Marge
Eeese Oews
Pennstansl
Tande Penarens
Eine
Phillips
Sai
Marge
Nancy Day
Women’s Commission
Commission
Howard F. Reed
Day