For 40 years, the Springfield Township Historical Society has been honoring its mission of preservation, research, and education.
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by Stephanie Walsh, archivist, Springfield Township Historical Society
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1/1/25
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Northwest Philadelphia lost some remarkable individuals in 2024, each leaving behind legacies that helped shape the region's landscape.
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by Len Lear and Carla Robinson
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12/25/24
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You might say that artist Richard Metz likes to crow about his paintings and prints.
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by Len Lear
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11/14/24
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The environmental impact of non-biodegradable plastics may seem insurmountable, but local high schoolers are taking charge.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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10/24/24
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Even when she was in high school and working in Chestnut Hill, Victoria Coleman aspired to become a professional makeup artist.
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by Len Lear
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10/10/24
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Some father-daughter duos share interests, hobbies, or even quirks. For Dan Helwig and his daughter Amanda Helwig, the similarities go a bit further.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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9/5/24
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I am going to go way out on a limb and declare that there could not possibly be another performing band in the U.S. like Philly SoulSations.
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by Len Lear
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7/25/24
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Larry Weaner is one of only six horticulturists in the country to be given a “Great American Gardeners Award.”
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by Len Lear
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7/18/24
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"We want to serve more NICU families during their difficult days," said Martha Sharkey.
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by Len Lear
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7/11/24
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When potential customers walk into Jennifer's Leaf Health & Wellness Studio, they naturally assume the ultra-fit owner and certified yoga instructor is named Jennifer.
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by Len Lear
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7/4/24
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It is no secret that young people today (and lots of older people) are obsessed, and in some cases, even addicted to their phones. Then there is Asher Dahlgren, 16, of Wyndmoor.
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by Len Lear
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6/27/24
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The Philadelphia/Suburban Women's Summer Basketball League launched its 30th season on June 11.
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by Tom Utescher
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6/18/24
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Michael Schantz discovered acting at Chestnut Hill Academy. Meanwhile, Mary Cadden Tucker was acting in musicals at Springfield Township High School.
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by Len Lear
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6/13/24
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It was a sudden and terrible shock to all those who loved her when 19-year-old Caroline Shea Kyle died in her sleep at home on July 9, 2022.
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by Len Lear
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6/1/24
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I like to think that I discovered Chestnut Hill area native Craig Shoemaker, who will be performing his stand-up comedy act at Sellersville Theater in Bucks County, about a half-hour drive from …
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by Len Lear
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5/17/24
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Springfield Township held its annual “No Stigma, No Shame” day to support public awareness of substance use disorder and mental health challenges.
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4/25/24
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The handwritten note on plain white paper attached with binder clips to the door of Lucky Dogz Doggie Day Care reads “Closed Until Further Notice.”
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by Robert Calandra
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4/24/24
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During the March Board of Commissioners meeting, a ceremony led by Police Chief Michael E. Pitkow honored old and new leaders.
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by Ayla DiBattista
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3/28/24
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After a long and courageous struggle, Janet Irene Elfant passed away on Feb. 18.
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2/20/24
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The Super Bowl is approaching, and we have an area resident competing for a championship.
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by Len Lear
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2/8/24
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