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Mt. Airy residents gathered at a "Zoning Remapping Task Force” meeting on Jan. 8.
Mt. Airy group tackles commercial zoning changes
Launching their "Zoning Remapping Task Force," West Mount Airy Neighbors held a meeting Jan. 8, allowing community members to contribute to the project. more
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East Falls resident Annabelle Vincent works on her quilt “Imperfect Orange” at the Cut & Sew quilt shop in Mt. Airy.
Young quilters stitch their way to a national stage
Forget your grandmother's traditional patchwork – today's young quilters are creating abstract art with fabric, exploring digital-inspired designs, and tackling social issues. more
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Crime Report
The following is for crimes reported for the period from Jan. 1. to Jan. 12. more
'Better Together' with the Chestnut Hill business community
What is it about Chestnut Hill that gives it that “small town in a big city” feeling and ambiance? More than anything, it’s our special array of businesses. more
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Emilie Brégy created acclaimed oil and watercolor paintings, both abstract and representational, for 80 years.
Beloved Hill portrait painter for 80 years dies at 104
I have met many extraordinary individuals in the Chestnut Hill area over the last 40 years, but Emilie (Kayo) Rivinus Brégy is definitely among the most memorable. more
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Organizations throughout the Northwest and the nearby suburbs will host a variety of volunteer service projects to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Northwest neighborhoods unite for King day of action
Northwest Philadelphia residents are planning to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. more
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The former home of the Wendy Concannon gallery at 8001 Germantown Ave. will become “The Blue Warbler,” a hybrid bakery, cafe, diner and neighborhood pub.
Blue Warbler to blend comfort food with global flavors
Chestnut Hill’s newest restaurant will be a hybrid concept combining a bakery-cafe, diner and neighborhood pub. more
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Corinne Zrada, MS, LCGC, a licensed and board-certified genetic counselor, will be part of a new team at Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital offering genetic counseling and clinical services for those at high risk for breast cancer.
Genetic counseling comes to CH Hospital
Fox Chase Cancer Center has expanded its genetic counseling and high-risk breast cancer services to Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital. more
Crime Report
The following is for crimes reported for the period from Dec. 15 to Jan. 5. more
This photo, taken about 1870, shows the original owners of the Jacob Ruth Funeral Home. From left, back row, William Fisher, his son Jacob H. Fisher and James Gold, who worked for Jacob Fisher for 50-60 years. William Fisher died in 1873. The girl with the cat (front row, middle) may be Jacob Fisher’s daughter Sara Fisher, who married James D.M. Ruth. The two older women are unknown.
Historic funeral home spans six generations
It has often been said that the two things no one can avoid are death and taxes, which might explain why the Jacob Ruth Funeral Home has been a Chestnut Hill institution for almost 175 years. more
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The sculpture of artist Gail Lloyd, who worked as an actress and cinematographer in the independent film industry for over 25 years, has been exhibited at galleries throughout the Northwest Philadelphia area.
Mt. Airy artists 'Unearthed' in Allens Lane gallery
Three Mt. Airy artists are bringing their distinctive ceramic visions to The Carolyn and Howard Alber Gallery at Allens Lane Art Center. more
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The painted lines on many crosswalks on Germantown Avenue have worn off.
Crosswalk danger draws city response
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. more
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A contentious development battle has been underway at Bethlehem Pike and Summit Street, where residents took their fight against a proposed five-story mixed-use development to the state Supreme Court.
Neighbors lose Sunoco site fight
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has declined to hear neighbors' appeal to prevent a five-story development at 10 Bethlehem Pike. more
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New zoning considered for Mt. Airy
West Mount Airy Neighbors (WMAN) is teaming up with Councilmember Cindy Bass' office to form a "Zoning Remapping Task Force." more
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The first big snow
Monday’s storm brought 1.8 inches of snow to the Philadelphia region, closing schools and blanketing the Northwest, including the Christ Ascension Lutheran Church on Germantown Avenue. more
Outgoing Conservancy Executive Director Lori Salganicoff (left), State Representative Tarik Khan (center), and incoming Conservancy Executive Director David Gest at the Conservancy’s inaugural Preservation Party.
A big year of preservation wins for CH Conservancy
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy reflects on preservation victories, impactful programs and vital community support. more
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Sanitation Commissioner Crystal Jacobs Shipman and her crew with Mt. Airy BID board chair Ken Weinstein and Janisch Risch, executive director (standing center).
Mount Airy plans crosswalks, murals for 2025
The vision is to continue enhancing the cleaning, greening, beautification and safety of Germantown Avenue's commercial corridor. more
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The heart of Germantown’s central business district at Germantown and Chelten Avenue.
Building upon – and expanding – a successful track record in Germantown
Germantown United Community Development Corporation is launching an ambitious slate of initiatives for 2025. more
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Holly Colino opened Move With Love, a Mt. Airy yoga studio and art gallery at 6825 Germantown Ave., in 2022.
Former dancer, Mt. Airy yoga teacher moves ‘With Love’
Holly Colino found her calling through tears and heartbreak when a quiet voice whispered: "Move With Love." more
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Vincent (Jim) J. Santanasto
Vincent (Jim) J. Santanasto, passed away peacefully in his Chestnut Hill Pennsylvania home on December 22, 2024 at the age of 98. more
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