Features
A typical Friday night “Clay Date” at the new Rebel Potters in Germantown.
Like Blanche DuBois in “A Streetcar Named Desire,” owners of a new pottery studio have discovered the value of support.
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A taste of some of Chestnut Hill’s finest kitchens

Local foodies and home design enthusiasts will get a chance to step inside six of Chestnut Hill's most distinctive kitchens.

Costumed canines draw record crowd

Wagging tails and creative costumes took center stage Sunday as four-legged friends strutted their stuff.

Dedicated devotee of the Wissahickon receives rare reward

The Wissahickon Valley Park is a centerpiece of Christine Bamberger’s life.

Pet Parade brings furry friends and festive fun

Chestnut Hill is gearing up for a howling good time as it prepares to host its fourth annual Pet Parade.

High schoolers collect 1,000 lbs of plastic

The environmental impact of non-biodegradable plastics may seem insurmountable, but local high schoolers are taking charge.
Local Calendar
Community Feature

James Beard-nominated chef Diana Widjojo is back with her Indonesian cuisine expertise next week.

Obituaries
Northwest human rights crusader dies at 91
It is impossible to overstate the contributions to the causes of social justice made by Richard Knight Taylor.
Veteran, Baptist deacon and retired supervisor dies at 102
Oscar N. Johnson, a retired contract supervisor who served as a deacon at his Germantown Church for over 30 years, died Oct. 14.
Pulitzer-winning investigative journalist Don Barlett dies
Donald L. Barlett, a Chestnut Hill resident for 25 years and a much-honored investigative reporter, died Oct. 5.
Frankie Beverly, Germantown's soul music icon, dies at 77
Frankie Beverly, the Germantown-born soul music legend who led the band Maze to R&B stardom and became a cornerstone of Black music culture, died Sept. 10.
Award-winning animation filmmaker dies at 59
John Robert Serpentelli directed more than 100 films for networks such as Nickelodeon, HBO, PBS and Sesame Street.
Business
Lassan opened Sept. 14 with dishes that are ambrosial in taste and aesthetically pleasing, colorful presentations.
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Crime

Crime Report

The following is for crimes reported for the period from Oct. 20 to Oct. 27.

Crime Report

The following is for crimes reported for the period from Oct. 14 to Oct. 20.

Homes and Gardens

Likes and pins are nailing us into a coffin of the banal

At their inception, online platforms showcasing images of aspiring homes were evocative and inspiring. No more.
Design Matters

Hotels: A great summer ‘getaway’

Have you ever considered a summer respite at two fabulous boutique city hotels?
Design Matters

Hidden gems for home decor at a new local ReStore

I used to drive all the way to Maple Shade to browse the treasures that can be found at Habitat for Humanity's ReStore. But now I don't have to.

When renovating, windows and doors need special care

When preserving historic architecture, which brings so many benefits to a community, including sustainability, windows and doors carry particular importance.

New Habitat for Humanity ReStore in the Neighborhood

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia recently opened the doors to its second ReStore, following the popular example of its South Philadelphia counterpart. The new store and donation center, located at …

Sports

SCH girls get second chance with Penn Charter help

The girls of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy were unable to take advantage of one opportunity but were presented with another.

PC boys still second in Inter-Ac soccer standings after topping SCH

Penn Charter's booters solidified their second-place status in the Inter-Ac League standings.

GA volleyball overcomes SCH in three tough sets

It was the final Inter-Ac League volleyball match for both squads.

Under an unexpectedly warm sun, the score still stood at 0-0 more than 20 minutes into a soccer match between the ladies of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy and their guests.

At Belmont Plateau last Tuesday, the cross country teams from Penn Charter had an outstanding afternoon at the 2024 Inter-Ac League cross country championships.
Even with Gwynedd Mercy's cross country team presenting a serious challenge this fall, Mount St. Joseph had enough talent to get the job done.
After struggling a bit in September, Chestnut Hill College women’s soccer got a conference win at home.
Nearby rivals Springside Chestnut Hill Academy and Mount St. Joseph Academy met for a nonleague field hockey match.
Schools

Ayana Banks, a junior at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, recently delivered four giant duffel bags for young patients.

The lads of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy traveled to Germantown Academy to launch the 2024 league campaign.

On the first day of school at SCH, most Upper School students go to their classes and meet their new teachers — but not everyone.

Opinion & letters
Letters to the editor
About Chestnut Hill
More testimony but no zoning vote on Greylock
Greylock’s future is still unanswered as the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) delayed a final decision again at a hearing on Oct. 23. 
Pressure grows for return to pre-Covid polling
The question of where the 206 registered voters who live in Chestnut Hill Tower will cast their vote has been a confusingly moving target.
CHCA Agenda
All meetings are open to the public.
Pizza pro closes shop after 40 years
After more than 40 years of serving pizza (and more) to the people of Chestnut Hill, Fiesta Pizza III is closing.
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