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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Kathleen Grace Santanasto, of Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 9, 2024 at the age of 94.
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10/16/24
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The Chestnut Hill Conservancy launched its seventh annual Night of Lights with an enthusiastic "Flip the Switch" ceremony on Friday night.
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10/10/24
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As someone who struggled mightily - and never finished - building a broom holder in shop class, I am in awe of Moshe “Mozi” Weisenberg.
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10/2/24
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The railroad executive, entrepreneur, real estate developer and philanthropist is now remembered as the founding father of Chestnut Hill.
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by George McNeely
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9/30/24
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Welcome to Explore's Go-To Guide - a handy reference for where to go in the Northwest and surrounding communities.
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9/21/24
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Mt. Airy Art Garage (MAAG) is set to host its fifth annual MAAG Rocks Art! event.
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by Len Lear
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9/12/24
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A new exhibit at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy will showcase works that highlight the natural splendor of the Wissahickon Valley.
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8/29/24
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Tom Fitzpatrick's life "is a tapestry of bravery, knowledge, humor and deep faith," said a close friend.
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by Len Lear
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8/28/24
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The long-running Wings N’ Wheels festival returns on Sept. 7 for its 32nd year.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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8/22/24
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Christian Sarkis Graham is making waves in the indie film scene.
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by Len Lear
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8/1/24
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Vice President Kamala Harris’ Democratic campaign came to the Wissahickon High School gymnasium on Monday.
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by Robert Calandra
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7/31/24
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I recently had the pleasure of joining the CHCA’s Annual June Membership Meeting to report on the past year of business for The Local.
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7/4/24
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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.
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7/2/24
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Next to the word “craftsman” in the dictionary should be a photo of Nick Corso.
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by Len Lear
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6/27/24
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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 Local doubled its total over last year.
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by Richard Stein
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6/26/24
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You don’t have to fight the traffic and the crowds in Center City to celebrate Independence Day in the nation’s birthplace.
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6/25/24
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For more than a century, the regional rail lines that serve our Northwest neighborhoods have been an integral part of Chestnut Hill.
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by Carla Robinson
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6/14/24
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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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