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Jack Leaming, State Senator Art Haywood and another veteran celebrated Memorial Day last year in Chestnut Hill.

Northwest Philadelphia to honor the fallen this Memorial Day

While Memorial Day is often celebrated as the unofficial kickoff to summer, the holiday is also a reminder of the people who gave their lives serving our country. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/22/25

Actors at Quintessence Theatre Group perform “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

Local arts organizations lose federal funding

Multiple Northwest Philadelphia arts organizations, among hundreds of other groups nationwide, lost promised grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/14/25

Brendan Flatow’s time with Gametime Sports at SCH may be coming to an end, but he hopes to continue helping with the company while at college.

SCH entrepreneur builds broadcast brand

Speaking to Brendan Flatow now, it is hard to imagine that the senior from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH) was ever shy. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/8/25

David Simms sits inside his current space at 1540 Wadsworth Ave., which he says the business has already outgrown.

Always room for more: David Simms' culinary journey

The culinary journey of David Simms, the chef and owner of Eatible Delights Catering, has taken him far. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/8/25

Rev. Chris & Les Garçons Crasseux draw inspiration from New Orleans-style music, a not-so-easily defined genre.

Local musicians channel New Orleans-style vibe

Christopher Marsceill, better known as Rev. Chris, was only 5 or 6 years old when he began taking group piano lessons. He was seen as the odd one out. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/8/25

Current residents at Life Turning Point are taught life skills, financial literacy and parenting tips.

Life Turning Point provides transitional home for women and children

Homelessness is a devastating experience for anyone, but the hardship is compounded when children are involved. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/1/25

Sprandio Ells says self-publishing has allowed her to be creative with her book covers, which can be used as selfie props.

Local author self-publishes award-winning stories about motherhood

Halfway through Kate Sprandio Ells’ freshman year at Chestnut Hill College, she realized her true passion lay in a creative field. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 5/1/25

Roughly 50,000 square feet of hospitality space was constructed for the Truist Championship at the Philadelphia Cricket Club.

PGA Tour set to boost local economy

The PGA Tour’s Truist Championship arrives at the Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon course in Flourtown from May 8-11. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/30/25

Chestnut Hill Conservancy Executive Director David Gest hopes the exhibit exploring the geographic history of the Wissahickon encourages the public to visit the organization’s historic headquarters.

Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s new exhibit maps the Wissahickon

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s new exhibition explores the changing landscape of the Wissahickon Valley. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/30/25

The Chestnut Hill Brewing Company is one of 31 participating breweries in the Crafted in Philly Beer Tour.

Breweries in Northwest highlighted in upcoming Philadelphia beer tour

The Crafted in Philly Beer Tour is back for its second year with 31 participating taprooms – six of which are in the Northwest. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/24/25

Members of the Germantown Friends youth jazz ensemble, (left to right) Zekie Lieberman, Jiaray Shi, Sam Desai and Zeke Hammarhead, say they are nervous but honored and excited to participate in the Germantown Jazz Festival.

GFS youth ensemble introduces new generation to jazz

The upcoming Germantown Jazz Festival — scheduled for April 25-27 — aims to celebrate the art form embedded in the culture of the historic neighborhood for decades. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/24/25

A woman prays at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Germantown after Pope Francis’s death was announced on April 21.

Local worshipers mourn pope

Worshipers at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Germantown gathered to mourn the loss of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/23/25

Visitors from as far away as Canada come to Wahoo Trapeze to try the acrobatic activity.

Frequent flyers: Wahoo Trapeze spreads high-flying joy

Mika Niwa was a college student studying in London when she first flew on a trapeze. That first flight got her hooked. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/17/25

Adrian Stanley and his wife Mary FitzGerald, of Chestnut Hill, are dedicated to giving back to their community through several charitable endeavors.

Chestnut Hill resident awarded Canadian medal for charitable work

When Adrian Stanley, of Chestnut Hill, received the King Charles III Coronation Medal in Canada, his wife and 14-year-old son cracked some jokes. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/17/25

Jake Bevan’s love of gardening and landscaping inspired him to purchase Laurel Hill Gardens.

Laurel Hill Gardens owner plants himself in Chestnut Hill

Jake Bevan acquired the business on Feb. 28. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/17/25

ARTZ Philadelphia, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people living with dementia, puts arts and music at the center of its programming.

The arts can bring joy to those living with dementia

There are plenty of negative words and phrases used to describe dementia. ARTZ Philadelphia has a joy-filled approach. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/10/25

Stotts introduced his game, TOP 5, to kids at Lovett Library on March 31 in a tournament full of energy and excitement.

Local entrepreneur invents positive fun for all ages

When Steven Stotts was growing up, he was too young to know how to patent his ideas. Now the young inventor has his own brand. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/3/25

Chana Rothman’s music explores themes of community, motherhood and her Jewish faith.

‘Mother of Creation’ songwriter showcases local talent

In the early weeks of the Covid pandemic, Chana Rothman, a Mt. Airy music artist and educator, joined a songwriting collective on Facebook. Now she has an album. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/3/25

Kismet Bagels co-owners Alex and Jacob Cohen have decided to look for other Chestnut Hill locations.

Kismet and Roller part; storefront stays empty

Although they just announced plans to open a Kismet Bagels luncheonette in the former Roller’s Express-O, the co-owners now are looking for other locations. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 4/2/25

Reisman hopes the new concert series brings attention to the store and the local performers.

Hideaway Music launches first Friday concerts

Chestnut Hill's Hideaway Music is bringing live performances back to the avenue with a new monthly concert series beginning April 4. more

by Tommy Tucker and Maggie Dougherty | 3/27/25

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