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General Manager Justin Moore takes great pride in the carefully curated selection of reading material at Uncle Bobbie’s.

Uncle Bobbie's is ready for a bigger stage

When Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson needed a partner to help launch her 2024 memoir, “Lovely One,” she chose Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books in the heart of historic Germantown. more

by Carla Robinson | 9/24/25

Fall 2025 issue: From the editor

When I was an elementary student at what was then called the Springside School for Girls, our teacher (Mrs. Williams? It's been a while.) introduced the class to a science unit about trees. more

9/23/25

Amy Beth Edelman and John Millard will celebrate 25 years of owning The Night Kitchen Bakery & Cafe at 7723-25 Germantown Ave. on Friday, June 27, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event is open to the public.

Celebrating 25 years of savory sweets at the Night Kitchen

Owners of the Night Kitchen Bakery & Cafe, a Chestnut Hill mainstay, invite the public to a celebration on June 27. more

by Len Lear | 6/26/25

Lauren Wiley with her husband, Jason, and sons, Ben (left), now a student at Penn State University, and Elliot (right), a student at Houston Elementary School.

Mt. Airy education activist dies suddenly at age 50

Lauren Wiley, a fierce advocate for public education, dedicated journalist and community leader, died of a heart attack in her West Mt. Airy home Feb. 28. more

by Len Lear | 4/10/25

State grants show success in curbing gun violence

Our days in the Pennsylvania State Legislature for 2024 have concluded. Here are some results. more

by Sen. Art Haywood | 1/9/25

Crime Report

The following crimes were reported Oct. 28-Nov. 3. more

11/7/24

Democratic women celebrities gather at Locals Coffee, Wyndmoor. From left to right: Emily Tisch Sussman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and Eva Chen.

Stars step up for election

Lately, celebrities have been flocking to our neighborhood. more

by Daralyse Lyons | 11/6/24

Actor Kerry Washington (center), flanked by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker (left) and Pennsylvania Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, urged voters to cast their ballots for Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday.

Celebrities stump for Harris on Stenton

Celebrities gathered in Mt. Airy over the weekend to stump for Vice President Kamala Harris. more

10/31/24

State Representative Chris Rabb is using his background in grassroots organizing to engage Black male voters this election.

State Rep. Chris Rabb takes on Black voter stereotypes

Pennsylvania State Representative Chris Rabb is making a special effort to reach Black male voters. more

by Tommy Tucker | 10/30/24

Peter Warrington and Grace Wicks, volunteer drivers for Philly Souls to the Polls.

Quakers tackle turnout

Volunteers are signing up to help drive voters to their polling places. more

by Francesca Chapman | 10/30/24

Mary Kalyna was given the 2024 Social Justice Award for Community Service by the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations during a ceremony on Oct. 17 at the Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St.

Ukrainian American honored for human rights activism

As the 2024 election approaches, West Mt. Airy resident and lifelong social justice activist Mary Kalyna is laser-focused on her mission. more

by Len Lear | 10/24/24

Artist Joe Boruchow displays his artwork in various locations around Germantown, from bus stops to abandoned buildings.

The bold paper-cut street art that has Germantown talking

Joe Boruchow's signature black and white stencils can be found around Germantown. more

by Tommy Tucker | 10/24/24

Abortion bans threaten women's health

As an OB-GYN for more than 30 years, I must comment on the crisis in women's health care. more

10/17/24

A poll worker holds voting stickers for community members on Nov. 7, 2023, at Central Elementary School in Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.

The 2024 PA ballot: When, where and how to vote

On Nov. 5, voters across Pennsylvania will decide their candidates for president, U.S. House and Senate, and more. more

by Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA | 10/17/24

Phyllis Chapell sings at fundraising gala.

‘Kamala Gala’ held in Mt. Airy

Mt. Airy Art Garage hosted the "Kamala Gala" on Oct. 1, featuring several folk musicians. more

10/10/24

“Kamala, She Will Win”

Mt. Airy resident Bill Dingfelder submitted the following ditty. more

10/10/24

Crime Report

The following is for crimes reported for the period from Sept. 29. to Oct. 6. more

10/10/24

Stolen Kamala Harris campaign signs dumped under a train bridge near SEPTA’s Highland Avenue Station.

Campaign sign bandits strike again

Several Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy residents have had their Democratic campaign signs stolen again. more

by Tommy Tucker | 10/8/24

Calling on 9th Ward Republicans

I am pleased to hear that the 9th Ward Republican leader shares my distaste for those who steal political lawn signs. more

10/3/24

Harris campaign headquarters at the corner of Chelten Avenue and Morris Street on Monday morning. Photo by Tommy Tucker

Blue voters, red paint: Protest graffiti mars Harris HQ

Tensions over the Israel-Gaza conflict spilled onto the streets of Germantown on Monday. more

by Carla Robinson and Tommy Tucker | 9/24/24

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