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Mohammad Reza Hasani (rear), his wife, Somayeh (right) and two of their three children — daughter Nilofar (left) and son Amir Mahdi (center) — are seen during a hike in the mountainous region of Mazar, Afghanistan, in February 2021, six months before the Taliban takeover of the country.

Family's escape from Taliban ends in NW Philadelphia

He trained Afghan police officers in human rights and helped women escape domestic violence. Now, he and his family are the ones who needed to escape. more

by Len Lear | 1/23/25

Members of the Northwest Village Network meet regularly.

Moments of joy and connection make our community stronger

Here at the Northwest Village Network, we are driven by a simple yet powerful idea: Small moments of joy and connection lead to a stronger, more resilient community of seniors. more

by Barbara Adolphe, president of the Northwest Village Network | 1/16/25

The Germantown Branch of the Settlement Music School will be renamed to honor Peter Benoliel, the branch’s first president.

A look into the new year finds both sun and clouds

For local classical music lovers, two pivotal changes serve as harbingers of the year to come. more

by Michael Caruso | 1/1/25

Roman Omelchenko, his wife, Natalia, and daughter, Oleksandra, have found refuge and help in Mt. Airy after fleeing their home in Kyiv, Ukraine. Roman and Natalia are both medical doctors who have not been able to practice their profession in the U.S.

Three-time refugee family finds new home, support in Mt. Airy

Roman Omelchenko and his family arrived in Mt. Airy one year ago after fleeing the war in Ukraine, leaving the capital of Kyiv. more

by Len Lear | 11/14/24

Olly collects discarded woolen clothing, washes and dries them, and turns them into colorful, intricate throw rugs in a sewing room that resembles a Goodwill. He also makes silk neckties into rugs.

Former Penn professor turns rags into riches

At 99, Oliver "Olly" Perry Williams sits in his West Mt. Airy home, his fingers nimbly working strips of wool into vibrant rugs. more

by Len Lear | 10/10/24

Our amazing result from advertising in the Local

I am absolutely thrilled to write on behalf of NVN to share just how amazing our experience has been with advertising in the Local. more

9/12/24

Legendary sportswriter Ray Didinger at Lovett Library

The Northwest Village Network will host an afternoon with Ray Didinger, renowned Philadelphia sportswriter and media personality. more

by Len Lear | 9/12/24

Executive director of SCH's Sands Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL), Ed Glassman, was recently named one of Philly's top “40 Under 40” by the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Getting SCH students to think and act like entrepreneurs

Ed Glassman, a Mt. Airy resident for the last 10 years, grew up in East Falls and graduated from Chestnut Hill Academy in 2003. more

by Len Lear | 6/13/24

Thirteen candidates vie for seven 2024 CHCA board seats

The following people are running to represent the community on the board of the Chestnut Hill Community Association. more

6/6/24

Bartram’s Garden has been working hard to restore its water’s edge, and reconnect Philadelphia residents with the Schuylkill River. The city's sewer issues, however, mean that the water is unsafe for use almost half the days of the year.

Is 'Green City, Clean Waters' succeeding, or is $2.4 billion going down the drain?

It’s been 300 years since botanist John Bartram decided to build a garden on the banks of the Schuylkill River. Today, the landscape looks vastly different. more

by Kyle Bagenstose | 11/29/23

Owner Lee Lockyear says, “As a proudly BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and LGBTQ+ owned business, we welcome all with open arms.”

Mt. Airy location a perfect fit for Avenues Cafe

Lee Locklear feels right at home in Mt. Airy. more

by Len Lear | 10/5/23

Go! Local

Events from Thursday, Aug. 17, through August and beyond. more

8/17/23

Cartoonist Signe Wilkinson to discuss her work

Northwest Village Network (NVN) will sponsor a virtual event, “Cartooning Through Life,” with well-known cartoonist Signe Wilkinson, on March 28. more

3/23/23

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SCH basketball finds rough going against Episcopal and Notre Dame

Last week the girls of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy took on the team smack in the middle of the Inter-Ac basketball standings, then faced the squad ranked first in the league. The SCH Blue …

Hill duo collects computers for Ugandan school trip

The life work of Barbara Wybar isn't local to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or even the United States. To locate the roots of Wybar's life work, one must visit the village of Bududa in the African nation of Uganda.

Two 1930s comedic treasures return to the screen

The Chestnut Hill Film Group will screen two lesser-known 1930s comedies Jan. 28 for its Tuesday Nights at the Movies program at Woodmere.

AVA sings, and will the Wanamaker organ play on?

Philadelphia’s Academy of Vocal Arts will present its annual concert “Jubilate!” Jan. 25 and 26.

Mt. Airy author's new book blasts 'pit bull myth'

People I have talked to who own or have owned pit bulls say they are sweet and friendly, just like almost all other dogs.

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