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The holiday festivities in Chestnut Hill offer a month of entertainment, food and drink, and seasonal cheer.
Your guide to holiday magic: From Santa to house tours
The most wonderful time of the year is quickly approaching, and there's no place to spend the holidays quite like Chestnut Hill. more
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Volunteers help provide food for families throughout the Northwest, including in Germantown at two community fridges in the neighborhood.
The Northwest sets a Thanksgiving table
As the chill of late fall engulfs the Northwest, the warmth inside the neighborhood’s kitchens tells a different story. more
Angel Flight East pilot John Fitch is one of more than 450 volunteers who transport passengers in need of help.
Sky angels fly with purpose
Angel Flight East provides free flights for medical treatment, disaster relief and more. more
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Lori Salganicoff, who helped the Chestnut Hill Conservancy grow in revenue, membership and personnel over her 10 years as executive director, at a “2024 Discovering Chestnut Hill” walking tour at Awbury Arboretum, led by architectural historian George McNeely.
Preservation champion steps down, leaves a legacy of growth
Salganicoff's tenure is marked by bold action, innovative progress and growth. more
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Roman Omelchenko, his wife, Natalia, and daughter, Oleksandra, have found refuge and help in Mt. Airy after fleeing their home in Kyiv, Ukraine. Roman and Natalia are both medical doctors who have not been able to practice their profession in the U.S.
Three-time refugee family finds new home, support in Mt. Airy
Roman Omelchenko and his family arrived in Mt. Airy one year ago after fleeing the war in Ukraine, leaving the capital of Kyiv. more
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Chestnut Hill College recently unveiled its newest mural, the 15th in a series of 17 that focus on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Painted by Nile Livingston, it depicts the theme of life on the land. It will be displayed on campus until 2026.
Mural on display at CHC
Mt. Airy pianist Lou Walinsky, 79, who spent five years overcoming carpal tunnel syndrome, has just released his third CD, the jazzy “Adventures with Standards.”
At 79, Mt. Airy pianist strikes a new chord
Lou Walinsky's fingers dance across the piano keys with the confidence of a lifelong musician - a remarkable feat for someone who once faced carpal tunnel syndrome. more
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Christine Bamberger has been actively involved with Friends of the Wissahickon for more than 20 years.
Dedicated devotee of the Wissahickon receives rare reward
The Wissahickon Valley Park is a centerpiece of Christine Bamberger’s life. more
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An Italian greyhound-dachshund mix named Daisy won for the ‘cutest’ category on a day marked by sunshine and smiles.
Costumed canines draw record crowd
Wagging tails and creative costumes took center stage Sunday as four-legged friends strutted their stuff. more
About 300 people are expected to come out to enjoy the festive Harvest Kitchen Tour event.
A taste of some of Chestnut Hill’s finest kitchens
Local foodies and home design enthusiasts will get a chance to step inside six of Chestnut Hill's most distinctive kitchens. more
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A typical Friday night “Clay Date” at the new Rebel Potters in Germantown.
New pottery studio benefits from ‘the kindness of strangers’
Like Blanche DuBois in “A Streetcar Named Desire,” owners of a new pottery studio have discovered the value of support. more
Artist Joe Boruchow displays his artwork in various locations around Germantown, from bus stops to abandoned buildings.
The bold paper-cut street art that has Germantown talking
Joe Boruchow's signature black and white stencils can be found around Germantown. more
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Kate Matthews (the previous president of the Sustainability Club) worked alongside Molly Ellis of Threadwell to collect plastic.
High schoolers collect 1,000 lbs of plastic
The environmental impact of non-biodegradable plastics may seem insurmountable, but local high schoolers are taking charge. more
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Area trick-or-treaters will have some Halloween costume competition Sunday, Oct. 27, when family pets of all kinds are invited to dress up for the annual Chestnut Hill Community Association Halloween Pet Parade on Germantown Avenue.
Pet Parade brings furry friends and festive fun
Chestnut Hill is gearing up for a howling good time as it prepares to host its fourth annual Pet Parade. more
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Giant skeletons are everywhere
‘Skelly,’ the giant plastic skeleton that debuted at Home Depot two years ago, has been taking over local Halloween decorations ever since, including this example in Mt. Airy. more
Duh, duh, duh, duh. Snap, snap.
The Northwest plans a Spooktacular Halloween
If you’re looking for frightful fun this Halloween, look no further than the local neighborhoods of Northwest Philly. more
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Before they were famous: My brush with two baseball greats
The Phillies' current playoff run reminds me of two local guys I knew about 60 years ago. more
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Olly collects discarded woolen clothing, washes and dries them, and turns them into colorful, intricate throw rugs in a sewing room that resembles a Goodwill. He also makes silk neckties into rugs.
Former Penn professor turns rags into riches
At 99, Oliver "Olly" Perry Williams sits in his West Mt. Airy home, his fingers nimbly working strips of wool into vibrant rugs. more
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Victoria Coleman's makeup skills came in handy last Halloween when she turned her brother, Brock, into a green goblin.
Local makeup artist came, saw and contoured
Even when she was in high school and working in Chestnut Hill, Victoria Coleman aspired to become a professional makeup artist. more
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Owen Taylor and Chris Bolden-Newsome, founders of Truelove Seeds, partners in life and in work. Photo Credit: Neal Santos
Rooted in tradition: Seed savers cultivate cultural preservation
A Germantown-based seed company is at the heart of a groundbreaking exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. more
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