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Valerie Ashley, a resident of Chestnut Hill for 15 years, is a trauma therapist who has been seeing increasing cases of people whose trauma is related to the pandemic.
Hill trauma therapist treating those affected by pandemic
It is no secret to anyone, of course, that the pandemic has exacerbated the stresses and strains already felt by people struggling with medical, financial, work-related and family-related issues. The … more
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“There is a body of evidence now that demonstrates early palliative care involvement can actually help patients live better and longer,” said Huma Ansari, MD (seen here), KeystoneCare’s Medical Director of Palliative Care Services.
Calming the Covid 'beast' at Chestnut Hill Hospital with palliative care
As the pandemic spikes this holiday season, with Philly reporting the highest incidences of Covid in the state, the role of palliative care for Covid patients is in sharp focus. At Chestnut Hill … more
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As a captain of three blocks in East Mt. Airy (highly unusual), Rev. Smith sometimes has to deal with neighbors who are not so cooperative.
Mt. Airy minister also a 'Most Beautiful Block' captain
The Rev. Dr. Timothy Jones, East Mt. Airy resident and pastor of the Ebenezer Full Gospel Church, 2210 Belmont Ave. in the city's Overbrook section, has held his share of jobs over the years — … more
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An Eastern White Pine at about 2,640 feet above sea level along the Ridge Trail on the northeast side of Old Rag Mountain within Shenandoah National Park, in Madison County, Virginia (Photo by Famartin/wikicommons)
Local White Pine groves: Magical, but imported
Spending more time outside during this pandemic gives us the opportunity to explore new places and learn more about our neighborhood. Ever popular are the paths on either side of the Cresheim … more
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Carol and Frank Peszka (right), of Erdenheim, seen here in 1995, heard lots of compelling stories from Clint Grant (left), who arrived a few days after the D. Day landing on the beaches of Normandy in 1944. In 1963 he took an iconic photo of President Kennedy with Jacqueline after landing in Dallas on that fateful day.
Veterans' Day memories from WWII vets we have met
In 1978, my husband and I decided to embark on a wonderful vacation by taking a cruise. As the bell rang for dinner on the first night, we were seated with an elderly couple. We silently wondered … more
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Alexa Rhodes, 16, a junior at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH), has created “H.E.L.P.I.N.G. The Homeless Backpacks,” a non-profit organization that provides many necessities to homeless people in the Philadelphia area.
Springside student creates non-profit to help homeless
She may be 16 years old, but Alexa Rhodes, a junior at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH), is wiser and kinder than many people double her age. Always a person with compassion and thoughtfulness, … more
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Arnold Hall, after overcoming fourth-stage throat cancer, is still very active in Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mt. Airy. (Photo by Veronica Alvarado)
Mt. Airy social justice advocate, cancer survivor, plans to work polls
Arnold Hall Jr., a Mt. Airy resident and active member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, 140 E. Mt. Airy Ave., was born in 1939 in Birmingham, Alabama, into a family of community builders and civil … more
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Ron Sloto
History of area mining industries topic of Historical Society talk
The Springfield Township Historical Society will present a program, “The Mining Industries of Southern Montgomery County”, on Thursday, November 5, at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Guest speaker … more
Peter Fixler has been appointed as Morris Arboretum's Paul W. Meyer Chief Arborist, a fully endowed position made possible by the McCausland Foundation and Janet and John Haas. This position will strengthen Morris Arboretum's tree care program while also helping to advance arboriculture education and outreach programs.
Morris Arboretum appoints Chief Arborist
When Morris Arboretum began to establish its fundraising goals for the Ever Green campaign which began in April, 2018, several key priorities were obvious, none more so than the establishment of a … more
Long-time Mt. Airy resident Denise Mitchell is having a pop-up show of her mixed media art in her pop-up exhibit, “Earth As it is ... Question Everything,” which will continue through Nov. 1 at 6825 Germantown Ave. in Mt. Airy.
Mt. Airy pop-up star always had 'appetite' for creativity
Most people are lucky if they know for sure what kind of career they want to pursue upon finishing high school. But Denise Mitchell, 54, a resident of Mt. Airy for the past 26 years, knew exactly … more
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Mt. Airy financial advisor Vanessa Lowe volunteers her time and expertise to find investment funds for the Unitarian Universalist Association that focus on start-ups by Black, indigenous and other people of color.
Mt. Airy expert urges socially responsible investing
Mt. Airy financial expert Vanessa Lowe, 55, is excited. “This is the most fascinating work I’ve ever done,” said Lowe, who is working with the Unitarian Universalist Association to … more
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Veterans donated shirts to health care workers a Roxborough Hospital.
Neighborhood veterans donate ‘Salute Our Heroes’ shirts to healthcare workers
When the pandemic paused normal life, local neighboring veterans stepped up with innovative ways to support Roxborough Memorial Hospital. The local Philadelphia veterans from VFW Post 333, NVA, AL … more
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Debra Malinics, seen here at the Water Tower Recreation Center in Chestnut Hill, is an evangelical convert to the sport of pickleball.
Pickleball at the Water Tower: A tasty sport for all ages
I had seen friends and neighbors playing Pickleball, and it looked like fun. More importantly, it looked easy. After all, how difficult can it be to hit a ball with a racquet across a net on a small … more
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A towel, some gloves and a cardboard box are all you need to help rescue window-strike victims like this black-throated blue warbler.
Migratory season for birds brings dangers of window collisions
It’s fall migration season. Do you have your bird rescue kit ready? During the summer, if you come across a bird on the ground that can’t fly, it’s often safe to assume that bird … more
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The Friends of the Library wants your books
Book donations to help the Chestnut Hill Library can be made at 89 Bethlehem Pike at the following times: Saturday, October 10        10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, October … more
The Rev. Joe Williams is the pastor of Mt. Airy United Fellowship Church, a non-denominational tabernacle he founded five years ago at 701 W. Johnson St.
Mt. Airy minister/singer confronted racism in Deep South
“The Green Book,” which won the Oscar for Best Picture of 2018, tells the story of Dr. Don Shirley, a world-class African-American pianist, who embarked on a concert tour of the Deep … more
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Amanda Woodworth, MD, Regional Director of Breast Health, Chestnut Hill Hospital.
Free seminar Oct. 6 on genetic testing to treat breast cancer
You’ve seen stories about women with a family history of breast cancer choosing preventative surgery to significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer. Since your sister, mom or … more
One of many Nigh of Lights exhibits from last year. (Photo by Bradley Maule)
Night of Lights to return with 17 days of exhibits, on-line and in person
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy created “Night of Lights” in 2017 during its 50th Anniversary as a gift to the community – a free, public, projected-image exhibition of light and … more
“Of course I have experienced racism and sexism,” the Mt. Airy native and distinguished mezzo-soprano told us in an interview last week. “I am black and a woman in America!” (Courtesy J.R. Simpson Photography)
Local opera singer is not complaining about lost work
Marietta Simpson, who grew up in both Mt. Airy and Germantown and has become one of the nation's premier opera singers, has had to cancel performances during the pandemic, like virtually every other … more
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New CHCA president Kathi Clayton.
New CHCA president looking to keep building community during pandemic
Last month, the Chestnut Hill Community Association elected a new president, Kathi Clayton, a retired logistics company CEO and entrepreneurship professor, who took over the organization’s … more
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