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Threatened cuts to SEPTA’s transit service to Northwest Philadelphia prompted concerned citizens to organize “Save the Train,” a coalition of organizations now fighting to save it.
Bridges, trains, water and parks: Infrastructure challenges of 2024
Northwest Philadelphia grappled with significant infrastructure challenges in 2024. more
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Chestnut Hill Conservancy honors historic gems
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy was scheduled to present seven awards and induct five historic properties into its Architectural Hall of Fame. more
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Chong Kim has been traveling across the country for over a month, finding community on every pickleball court at which he plays.
Grief sparks 50-state pickleball trip for mental health
Chong Kim's love for the game took on a whole new meaning and sent him on a journey. more
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East Mt. Airy’s Mark Forstater (right) in 1975, with Graham Chapman, one of the six members of the British surreal comedy group Monty Python. Chapman died of spinal cancer in 1989 at age 48.
East Mt. Airy’s Mark Forstater reaches the 'holy grail'
On Aug. 23, the 1975 cult classic, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail" is coming to the Water Tower. Forstater produced the film. more
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Margot Robbie (right) and Ryan Gosling star in "Barbie," which will be shown Aug. 16 outside the Water Tower Recreation Center in Chestnut Hill.
‘Barbie’ paints Movies Under the Stars pink
The film is playing for free at an outdoor screening outside the Water Tower Recreation Center on Friday, Aug. 16. more
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CHC alum Cassie Spratt handles the ball for Team Cyber Pink, guarded by recent Upper Dublin High School grad Amy Ngo.
Alumni team with CHC, PC grads retains College Summer League title
The wily veterans prevailed once again as the Philadelphia/Suburban Women's Summer Basketball League wrapped up its 30th season. more
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The Chestnut Hill Community Association’s Movies Under the Stars series continues with “Paddington,” Friday, August 9, at the Water Tower Recreation Center.
Paddington, a traveler from Peru who’s not your average bear
“Paddington,” directed by Paul King, is a delightful and charming film for all ages. more
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"O Brother, Where Art Thou," with (from top) John Turturro, George Clooney, Chris Thomas King and Tim Blake Nelson, will open the Chestnut Hill Community Association's Movies Under the Stars outdoor film series Aug. 2 at the Water Tower Recreation Center.
Friday night movie brings madcap misadventures on Aug. 2
Movies Under the Stars at the Water Tower Recreation Center on Friday, Aug. 2, will feature "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" more
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“The Lion King” will show at sunset Saturday, July 20, at Vernon Park in Germantown.
Northwest screenings: Outdoor movies
Who needs a darkened, air-conditioned theater when you can have free movies under the stars? more
Fireworks will be part of the lineup for families around the region who are celebrating the Fourth of July.
July Fourth: Parades, fireworks and history
Excited about the red, white and blue but still unsure about how you're going to spend July Fourth? Don’t worry. We’ve got you. more
Families around the region celebrated last year’s Fourth of July with patriotic bike parades, joyous music, snazzy headwear, and a visit from ABC’s “Good Morning America,” which spent part of the holiday broadcasting from Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill..
Celebrate July Fourth with parades, fireworks and history 
You don’t have to fight the traffic and the crowds in Center City to celebrate Independence Day in the nation’s birthplace. more
Incoming CHC freshman Tikyra Miller makes a determined drive toward the basket.
30th season begins for college summer hoops league
The Philadelphia/Suburban Women's Summer Basketball League launched its 30th season on June 11. more
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The renovation of the Water Tower Recreation Center's basketball courts has inspired athletes of all ages to shoot and hope for nothing but net.
Restored Water Tower basketball courts debut
The revitalization of these courts marks a significant milestone, not just for the avid players, but for everyone who cherishes this communal space. more
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The Phillie Phanatic tossed the first pitch for opening day at Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club’s Junior Baseball on Saturday, a morning that also featured music by DJ Jared and a Phillies tickets raffle.
Chilly weather for opening day at the Water Tower
A steady circling of winds marked a "not quite baseball weather… yet" kind of day for the first day of Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club’s Junior Baseball. more
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The Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club now offers five team sports programs.
Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club passes the baton
The Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club (CHYSC) recently bade farewell to its outgoing leaders and welcomed a new era of leadership. more
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A busy 2024 for Water Tower
As the new year begins, the Advisory Council of the Water Tower Recreation Center has much to celebrate, including its fundraising efforts. more
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The ladies of the Greene Countrie Garden Club include, from left, Peggy Goutman, Charlotte Biddle, Karen Scott, Betty Greene and Monica Christensen. They adopted the park garden as their community service project.
Celebration planned as water tower project nears completion
Walking by the water tower during the last few weeks, passersby can’t help but notice that work is underway on the "Light Up the Tower" project.  more
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Catching up with the CHCA’s new board officers
The Local reached out to each newly elected member to get their thoughts on what made them run and what they hope to accomplish. more
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Thanks for supporting the bicycle parade
Having “Good Morning America” live from Germantown Avenue was very exciting and helped set the scene for the parade. more
Hundreds turned out for the GMA live broadcast on the 8100 block of Germantown Avenue early Tuesday morning.
GMA’s live broadcast celebrates Chestnut Hill
Ten million people nationwide watched GMA's July 4 segment on Chestnut Hill, featuring McNally's Tavern, Booked, NoName Art Gallery and Pastor James Buck Jr, owner of Southern Flames BBQ. more
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