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SCH boys' soccer filling gaps left by last year's large senior class

Young upper-school soccer players should be seeing varsity playing time for Springside Chestnut Hill Academy this fall.

GA field hockey puts on a show under the Thursday night lights

Germantown Academy opened its 2024 field hockey season with back-to-back home games last Wednesday and Thursday.

New SCH girls soccer coach inherits talented squad

There's been a major development with the girls' soccer program at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy.

SCH field hockey looks to fill graduation gaps, wins season opener

The field hockey team at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy got in one game before Labor Day weekend, defeating the Academy of the New Church.

GA volleyball aims to repeat as Inter-Ac and PAISAA champion

Germantown Academy's volleyball players have reassembled to launch their 2024 season.
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New SCH girls soccer coach inherits talented squad

There's been a major development with the girls' soccer program at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy.

A local ‘living legend’ celebrates 100 years

Tom Fitzpatrick's life "is a tapestry of bravery, knowledge, humor and deep faith," said a close friend.

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SEPTA starts hiking fares

SEPTA has proposed a fare increase that eliminates discounts for Key card users, potentially affecting thousands of riders.

Local honey brings a sweet legacy

Attendees young and old crowded into the Wyck Historic House and Garden grounds to celebrate the Philadelphia Honey Festival.

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CHCA Agenda

To register for any of the zoom meetings go to: https://www.chestnuthill.org/2024_upcoming_meetings.php

Vinyl revival: Chestnut Hill Audio keeps old-school sound alive

Bill McKinley, the 72-year-old owner of Chestnut Hill Audio, doesn't mind being told he is "old school."

CHCA Agenda

To register for any of the Zoom meetings go to: https://www.chestnuthill.org/meetings.php

Prolific Hill professor pens fictional ‘Climate Change’

It's the first foray into fiction for long-time Chestnut Hill resident Miles Orvell, a professor at Temple University for more than 50 years.

Curbside parking rates are $2.40/hr, with a maximum of two hours, cash or credit. The lots are $2.40/hr with a maximum six hours. Both MeterUp! and ParkMobile apps work, and times can be extended via the app.  For a map of the six lots or more on hours and rates, see chestnuthillpa.com/parking/

The Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation is offering free parking in its six public lots all day and night every Wednesday from November 10th through Christmas.

New G-town museum examines the lives of people who were incarcerated

Since being released from prison more than two decades ago, the Rev. Michelle Simmons has turned her formidable energies into helping others.

Seeking a bigger playground

The Friends of Happy Hollow and SoLo Germantown Civic Association are calling for the expansion of Philadelphia's Happy Hollow Playground.

Malelani Cafe throws itself a joyous birthday bash

West Mt. Airy’s popular Malelani Cafe will celebrate its 10th anniversary, Saturday, Sept. 14, in what promises to be a rollicking street fair.

Another big apartment building for Germantown’s historic corridor

A 75-unit apartment building may be built next door to Germantown Town Hall, across the street from the former home of Germantown High School.

Broadway star grateful for Henry School teachers

Laila Drew may be a principal cast member in “Suffs,” a smash Broadway hit, but she has not forgotten where she came from.
Neighbors who 10 years ago successfully battled development plans for Hillcrest Avenue now find themselves back in the fight.
Germantown's beleaguered YWCA has encountered yet another setback as the developer has failed to secure crucial financing.
Nearly two years after the demolition of the old Mt. Pleasant Garage, local developer Ken Weinstein has moved to take control of the property.
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A family breaks barriers while building community

Two generations of Helwigs shape Springfield Township's Rotary

Some father-daughter duos share interests, hobbies, or even quirks. For Dan Helwig and his daughter Amanda Helwig, the similarities go a bit further. 

Phillies honor beloved ‘father figure,’ David Montgomery of Wyndmoor

When David Montgomery was given the team’s highest honor, the main message was about the way he treated people.

A local ‘living legend’ celebrates 100 years

Tom Fitzpatrick's life "is a tapestry of bravery, knowledge, humor and deep faith," said a close friend.
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