Monday’s storm brought 1.8 inches of snow to the Philadelphia region, closing schools and blanketing the Northwest, including the Christ Ascension Lutheran Church on Germantown Avenue.
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1/7/25
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Northwest Philadelphia lost some remarkable individuals in 2024, each leaving behind legacies that helped shape the region's landscape.
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by Len Lear and Carla Robinson
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12/25/24
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After decades, some traditions become ingrained in the culture of a neighborhood. Caroling at the Crèche is one such event.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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12/19/24
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Meeting members have embraced environmental action as both a practical necessity and a spiritual calling.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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12/19/24
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More than 300 marchers from Chestnut Hill and nearby communities turned out for this year’s holiday parade.
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12/12/24
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For most runners, completing a marathon is a pinnacle achievement. For Michael Koehler, 42, it was just the beginning.
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by Len Lear
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12/12/24
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When the Rev. Laura Palmer heard about a dog named Doc, she knew right away that she wanted to help.
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by Len Lear
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12/12/24
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Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books got a Hollywood shoutout in the fourth episode of Netflix’s “The Madness.”
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12/12/24
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When Sandra Folzer crossed the finish line at November's Rothman 8K race, she didn't just finish -- she made history.
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by Len Lear
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12/12/24
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Chestnut Hill will open its doors for a holiday house tour on Dec. 14, featuring six decorated properties with trolley service.
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12/12/24
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With Christmas only two weeks away, buying presents for your loved ones is quickly becoming crunch time.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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12/12/24
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'Tis the season to celebrate many things. Among them are our local retailers.
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by Chestnut Hill Local staff
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12/12/24
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Since Anh Vongbandith opened Tipsy Cafe & Catering on Germantown Avenue in 2020, her shop has given out Thanksgiving meals each year.
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by Tommy Tucker
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12/5/24
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The legacy of Chris and Helen Nicholson lives on.
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by Maleka Fruean, Germantown Infohub
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12/5/24
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Dr. Anthony Sattilaro was definitely one of the most unforgettable people I've ever had the good luck to meet.
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by Len Lear
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12/5/24
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11/27/24
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This weekend, three of our distinct neighborhoods -- Chestnut Hill, Mt. Airy and Manayunk -- are creating holiday magic.
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by Carla Robinson
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11/27/24
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Local shopping directories have a history of falling flat in Philadelphia, but one entrepreneur has a new approach.
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by Tommy Tucker
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11/27/24
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In Philadelphia, where 17,000 families are headed by grandparents, a Manayunk-based nonprofit is helping senior caregivers.
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by Len Lear
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11/21/24
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The most wonderful time of the year is quickly approaching, and there's no place to spend the holidays quite like Chestnut Hill.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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11/21/24
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