Concerns about traffic, overcrowding and impact on the neighborhood's historic character dominated discussion.
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by Tommy Tucker
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9/12/24
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The Friends of Happy Hollow and SoLo Germantown Civic Association are calling for the expansion of Philadelphia's Happy Hollow Playground.
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9/5/24
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The future of the Greylock, a historic 22-room mansion on 6.5 acres at 209 W. Chestnut Hill Ave., remains undecided.
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by Tommy Tucker
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9/4/24
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Germantown's beleaguered YWCA has encountered yet another setback as the developer has failed to secure crucial financing.
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by Carla Robinson
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8/21/24
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Residents disappointed by a ruling in favor of a proposed development at Bethlehem Pike and Summit Street hope the court will hear the case.
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by Carla Robinson
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8/7/24
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The move comes a little more than a year after his narrow loss to three-term incumbent Councilmember Cindy Bass in the 8th District Democratic primary.
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by Daralyse Lyons
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7/4/24
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Donna Reed Miller, a former Philadelphia City Councilmember who represented the 8th District for 16 years, was 77.
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by Carla Robinson
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7/2/24
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Thank you for giving front page coverage to Lincoln Drive traffic safety improvements in the May 16th issue.
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6/27/24
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The day Gary expects a package delivery to his Mt. Airy apartment, he tracks the truck’s arrival with the focus of an air traffic controller.
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by Robert Calandra
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6/26/24
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The revitalization of these courts marks a significant milestone, not just for the avid players, but for everyone who cherishes this communal space.
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by Melissa D’Agostino and Melvin Brown
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6/18/24
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Chestnut Hill's East Mermaid Lane Neighborhood Conservation Overlay is to take effect immediately following a vote by the Planning Commission.
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6/13/24
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City Councilmember Cindy Bass met with Chestnut Hill community members to discuss a proposed zoning conservation overlay for East Mermaid Lane.
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by Carla Robinson
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6/5/24
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About 30 neighbors of the now-defunct Germantown YWCA trekked to City Hall last Thursday to support local developer Ken Weinstein in his quest to be named conservator.
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by Richard L. Stein
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5/31/24
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Chestnut Hill’s three Registered Community Organizations, have arranged for a public meeting on Zoom with City Councilmember Cindy Bass to discuss the proposal.
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by Carla Robinson
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5/31/24
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A proposed conservation district for Mermaid Lane is now on track for a final vote in City Council next month.
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5/22/24
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The Philadelphia Historical Commission has unanimously voted to list the Chestnut Hill Hospital's Women's Center at 8835 Germantown Ave. in the Philadelphia Register.
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Chrissy Clawson, programs and communications manager at the Chestnut Hill Conservancy
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5/17/24
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The annual Mt. Airy Day street festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 11, and organizers are inviting residents to “embrace the spirit of community.”
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5/9/24
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The Chestnut Hill community’s three institutional civic organizations are developing stronger protections for the Germantown Avenue business corridor.
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by Carla Robinson
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5/1/24
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Mt. Airy, a vibrant and diverse community in Philadelphia, faces a pivotal moment in its urban development trajectory.
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by Linda Bell, President, East Mt. Airy Neighbors
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4/25/24
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Common Pleas Court Judge Ann Butchart heard testimony supporting developer Ken Weinstein’s effort to take control.
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by Carla Robinson
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4/3/24
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