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Maurice Sampson (left) and Michael Kleiner (right), elected Democratic committeepeople in the 22nd Ward’s 6th Division, knock on every door to stop and speak with neighbors – whether or not it’s an election year.
Mt. Airy: A grassroots lesson for democracy
“That’s what we do here,” says commmitteperson Maurice Sampson. more
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Last year’s inaugural community gathering at Mt. Airy Ecolab was a big success.
Mt. Airy community BBQ to honor local heroes
West Mt Airy Neighbors will honor six local people who have made significant contributions to the neighborhood. more
Mary Kalyna was given the 2024 Social Justice Award for Community Service by the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations during a ceremony on Oct. 17 at the Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St.
Ukrainian American honored for human rights activism
As the 2024 election approaches, West Mt. Airy resident and lifelong social justice activist Mary Kalyna is laser-focused on her mission. more
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Smart-aleck sign writer condemns litter on Cresheim Valley Drive.
Fighting litterbugs with pointed humor
Chestnut Hill faces an untidy predicament. more
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Mayor Cherelle Parker reaffirmed her commitment to the city’s commercial corridors at the Mt. Airy Business Improvement District’s annual meeting.
Parker packs a Mt. Airy business meeting
Parker returned to her home turf of Mt. Airy. more
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The Rev. Beverly Dale's books deal with what she calls “the potentially harmful Christian beliefs around sexuality and the unholy trinity of sexual guilt, shame and fear.”
The spiritual dimension of sex
Mt. Airy’s Rev. Beverly Dale is challenging traditional religious views on sexuality with her new book. 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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Stolen Kamala Harris campaign signs dumped under a train bridge near SEPTA’s Highland Avenue Station.
Campaign sign bandits strike again
Several Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy residents have had their Democratic campaign signs stolen again. more
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Mozi Weisenberg with the lathe, which he made from scratch, to craft other wooden products.
No TV? No problem: Teenage prodigy sharpens his woodworking skills
As someone who struggled mightily - and never finished - building a broom holder in shop class, I am in awe of Moshe “Mozi” Weisenberg. more
Dr. Hope Punnett (from left, clockwise), is seen in 1997 with medical colleagues at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children – Drs. Angelo DiGeorge, James Arey and Harold Lischner.
Mt. Airy scientist, 97: A lifetime of caring for children
Dr. Hope Handler Punnett, a 97-year-old geneticist from West Mt. Airy, continues to challenge stereotypes about aging. more
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Mt. Airy resident Nick Gregory is among the first to use the neighborhood’s new bike racks and pumps.
Mt. Airy goes bike friendly
For those who like using two wheels, the bright green bike racks and pumps that have begun popping up along Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy are a sudden - and pleasant - surprise. more
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Visitors to the Mt. Airy Village Fair will be treated to food, music and activities for the kids.
Mt. Airy Village Fair to celebrate neighborhood ties
The 15th annual Mt. Airy Village Fair, a volunteer, community-led event, is set to return this year on Sunday, Sept. 22. more
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The project plans a five-story, mixed-use apartment building on a block of mostly single-family homes across from Mt. Airy Taproom.
Mt. Airy residents battle developer
Hillary Wood and her partner, Kiera Topping, received a demolition notice for a property behind them. more
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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. more
George Drakopoulos, who immigrated to the U.S. from South Africa, is celebrating 10 years in business with a big street festival that showcases music, food and local flair.
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. more
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Drew does not hesitate to give credit to several teachers at Henry School who “ignited my passion for theater and self-expression” that has led to a career on stage and television.
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. more
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An unsightly hole in the ground and a littered chain link fence is all that remains of the old Mt. Pleasant Garage at 7078 Lincoln Drive.
Weinstein applies for Act 135 control of Mt. Pleasant Garage
Nearly two years after the demolition of the old Mt. Pleasant Garage, local developer Ken Weinstein has moved to take control of the property. more
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Charles and Sharita Reyes, parents of five children, opened an ice cream shop, Scoopful Delights, at 7060 Germantown Ave. (at Mt. Pleasant) in Mt. Airy on June 29.
Community activist dips into a sweet new venture
Charles and Sharita Reyes have opened an ice cream shop. more
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A rendering of the planned restoration of the theater's historic marquis
Quintessence completes final purchase of Sedgwick Theater
After four years of trying, Quintessence Theatre Group has finally completed the purchase of the historic Sedgwick Theater building. more
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Leah Hawkins, who grew up in Mt. Airy and attended Houston Elementary School, attributes much of her success to Chestnut Hill vocal coach Leigh Munro.
Mt. Airy CAPA grad wins Met Award
When she was 12 and growing up in Mt. Airy, Leah Hawkins began taking voice lessons from a Chestnut Hill opera singer and teacher. more
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