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Chestnut Hill's Sam Gugino has written five cookbooks and has written for several newspapers and magazines, including the New York Times, and was nominated for a James Beard Journalism Award in 1997. More recently, he's taken up acting, and has performed in a dozen area theaters.
Former Hill restaurant critic now cooks up acting roles
Chestnut Hill actor Sam Gugino will star in “The Outsider,” a political comedy, at DCP (Dutch Country Players) Theatre in Telford, Montgomery County. more
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These four teenagers delivered newspapers in Longview, East Texas, in the 1950s.
‘Paperboy’ recalls 365-day job that paid $7 a week
New York State just passed a law making it illegal for anyone under 14 to take part in “the time-honored tradition of a newspaper route." more
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Designs such as this one by Krieger + Associates Architects facilitate aging in place.
Aging in place: Prepare your home ahead of time
Don’t be caught off guard. It's important to consider the steps to success. more
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An original 1844 rendering of the gatehouse.
Laurel Hill East’s historic gatehouse gets a facelift
Laurel Hill, the historic cemetery in East Falls, announced the completion of a $4.9 million exterior rehabilitation of its iconic gatehouse. more
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Pictured left to right at the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund grand opening: Program Manager Lauren Van Buren; Community Engagement Manager Linda Bean; Founder and Board Member Peggy Dolan; Chloe Griffith in green is next to her mother, Executive Director Danielle Scott-Griffith; Communications and Fundraising Manager Thomas Hart Jr.
Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund finds a new home on the Hill
For nearly five decades, the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund has been a beacon of hope for families caring for seriously ill children. more
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Yvette Ousley, the only Black editor at New Jersey Advance Media and the winner of numerous journalism awards, is a new member of the Chestnut Hill Local board.
Yvette Ousley on journalism, diversity and finding her voice
Yvette Ousley used to be terrified of talking to strangers. Now, more than three decades into an award-winning journalism career, she's made a living out of it. more
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Chelsea Aubert (from left) is a former instructor at the Snyder School of Singing. Willa Douglas, Megnot Toggia and Julie Snyder are current teachers.
Snyder and Solstice school students take on ‘Chicago: Teen Edition’
I cannot count all the times I have driven in Erdenheim and seen the sign on Bethlehem Pike announcing the Snyder School of Singing. more
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Bringing books into the Jane Addams Place are Max Wu (left) and Andrew Li (right).
Germantown Friends tutors at shelter reap surprising benefits
In December 2023, Andrew Li, a junior at Germantown Friends School, learned that a family shelter was looking for volunteers. He took it from there. more
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Hundreds of French people gather beneath the flag at half mast to pay tribute at the graves of the men who fought and died in Belleau Wood.
Memorial Day 2025: Honoring William Boulton Dixon and the heroes of WWI
Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend for backyard barbecues or time to squeeze in another round of golf. It is a solemn day of remembrance. more
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Jack Leaming, State Senator Art Haywood and another veteran celebrated Memorial Day last year in Chestnut Hill.
Northwest Philadelphia to honor the fallen this Memorial Day
While Memorial Day is often celebrated as the unofficial kickoff to summer, the holiday is also a reminder of the people who gave their lives serving our country. more
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Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway will unveil its new Chestnut Hill West inspired train station during its ribbon cutting on May 21.
Morris Arboretum Garden Railway unveils new train station
Now entering its 27th year, Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway will unveil a new Chestnut Hill-inspired train station and pollinator-focused exhibition for the upcoming season.  more
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Brendan Flatow’s time with Gametime Sports at SCH may be coming to an end, but he hopes to continue helping with the company while at college.
SCH entrepreneur builds broadcast brand
Speaking to Brendan Flatow now, it is hard to imagine that the senior from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH) was ever shy. more
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A Mothers Day gift box offered by Matines Café.
Don't tell mama, but here are some Mother's Day ideas
Though Mother’s Day is just around the corner, some people haven’t made plans... yet. We're here to help. more
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David Simms sits inside his current space at 1540 Wadsworth Ave., which he says the business has already outgrown.
Always room for more: David Simms' culinary journey
The culinary journey of David Simms, the chef and owner of Eatible Delights Catering, has taken him far. more
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Brezner discusses her “Friendship Bench" with the Local's Len Lear.
New 'Friendship Bench' in Erdenheim combats alienation
It's no secret that countless millions of Americans are feeling alienated, frustrated, overwhelmed and stressed out. Doven Brezner is not just sitting on the sidelines. more
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A daily newspaper dies, not because of low circulation
In September 1977, I saw a brief article in the now-defunct Philadelphia Bulletin announcing a new newspaper. more
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Festival-goers browse the many stands and vendors in Chestnut Hill.
Three major street festivals set for this weekend. UPDATE: Chestnut Hill festival postponed to May 18
Neighbors across northwest Philly and beyond can look forward to a whole weekend of local spring festivals this Saturday and Sunday. more
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Current residents at Life Turning Point are taught life skills, financial literacy and parenting tips.
Life Turning Point provides transitional home for women and children
Homelessness is a devastating experience for anyone, but the hardship is compounded when children are involved. more
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David Low, a former substance abuse counselor and ordained interfaith minister, will teach weekly “Methods of Meditation” for Mt. Airy Learning Tree throughout May.
MALT's David Low is high on the list of multitaskers
Low will teach five weekly sessions of “Methods of Meditation” for Mt. Airy Learning Tree. more
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“Soil nerd” Allison Houghton will teach a Mt. Airy Learning Tree course, “Spring Foraging Fun in Mt. Airy.”
Mt. Airy ‘soil nerd’ helps you forage for edible plants
Want to expand your palate and save money on food? Mt. Airy's self-described “soil nerd,” Allison Houghton, can help you do that. more
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