Despite a last-minute objection from Councilmember Cindy Bass, the ZBA voted unanimously to approve a use variance for the development at 7600 Germantown Ave.
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by Tommy Tucker
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1/30/25
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A pedestrian safety meeting was held Jan. 15 in Chestnut Hill. The following summarizes a letter sent to these officials after the meeting.
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1/30/25
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Hill residents called for action to protect pedestrians.
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by Tommy Tucker
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1/22/25
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A proposed development at 7600 Germantown Ave. faced an unexpected setback when Councilmember Cindy Bass' office raised objections.
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by Tommy Tucker
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1/22/25
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Launching their "Zoning Remapping Task Force," West Mount Airy Neighbors held a meeting Jan. 8, allowing community members to contribute to the project.
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by Tommy Tucker
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1/16/25
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A local circus arts organization faces steep cleanup costs after becoming the latest victim in a series of illegal dumping incidents that have plagued Northwest Philadelphia.
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by Tommy Tucker
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1/15/25
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After a close call when a speeding car nearly struck a mother and child, Chestnut Hill residents will meet with city and state officials next week.
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by Carla Robinson
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1/8/25
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West Mount Airy Neighbors (WMAN) is teaming up with Councilmember Cindy Bass' office to form a "Zoning Remapping Task Force."
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by Tommy Tucker
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1/7/25
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The Chestnut Hill Conservancy reflects on preservation victories, impactful programs and vital community support.
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by Chrissy Clawson, programs and communications manager, Chestnut Hill Conservancy
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1/1/25
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Eighth District Councilmember Cindy Bass joined 11 colleagues Thursday to vote in support of the $1.3 billion 76ers arena project.
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by Carla Robinson
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12/18/24
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A growing group of tenant advocates is working to do something about deteriorating buildings.
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by Tommy Tucker
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11/27/24
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SEPTA's problems can be more productively addressed if you see them within a larger regional system.
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11/27/24
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Despite months of lobbying, SEPTA is now proposing to increase fares by up to 29 percent and cut services by 20 percent.
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by Tommy Tucker
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11/20/24
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A controversial high-density apartment project in Mt. Airy cleared a required design review as questions linger.
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by Tommy Tucker
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11/14/24
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A judge has dismissed local developer Ken Weinstein's petition to take control.
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by Carla Robinson
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11/6/24
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“That’s what we do here,” says commmitteperson Maurice Sampson.
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by Roxanne Patel Shepelavy, The Philadelphia Citizen
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10/30/24
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Having to be on guard and prepared for the worst is no way to feel safe.
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10/17/24
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The Chestnut Hill Conservancy launched its seventh annual Night of Lights with an enthusiastic "Flip the Switch" ceremony on Friday night.
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10/10/24
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As the night air turns crisp and laced with the sound of autumn leaves, the Chestnut Hill Conservancy is once again gearing up for Night of Lights.
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9/25/24
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The fate of Germantown's historic YWCA building may be decided within a few weeks.
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by Carla Robinson
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9/18/24
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