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Founded in 1854, the Philadelphia Cricket Club is one of the oldest in the country.
A putter’s dream: Golfweek ranks historic St. Martins course
Golfweek's list of the top 40 short courses in the United States lists the nine-hole St. Martins course in the heart of Chestnut Hill as No. 2. more
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The Local wins Lenfest grant to fuel news sustainability and expansion
The paper is among 17 local news organizations to receive such awards, which are designed to help support long-term sustainability. more
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CHCA Agenda
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Concerned residents gathered in groups to talk about different issues raised by the redevelopment of Germantown High School.
Faith leaders lead community input for G-town development
The developer of the long-shuttered Germantown High School campus is scheduled to appear at a Town Hall next week to discuss his plans. more
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Members and friends of the Venetian Social Club gather for their annual dance in 1931.
A centennial celebration kicks off by looking back
In 1924, the Venetian Social Club was founded at 8030 Germantown Ave. by artisans from northern Italy. The club will celebrate its centennial in 2024. more
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The 27th annual From Bali to US bazaar returned to Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill on Saturday with an opening celebration that featured a Balinese dance performance. If you missed it, don’t worry. From Bali to US’s bazaar lasts until Dec. 24, and features a variety of upcoming events, including a Balinese cooking demonstration and a feast on Nov. 16.
'From Bali to US' returns to the Avenue
Developer Michael Young has released an architectural rendering of the 43,000-square-foot apartment building he intends to build at the top of the Hill, near the intersection of Germantown Avenue and Bethlehem Pike.
New Hill apartment building unveiled
Developer Michael Young has released an architectural rendering of the apartment building he intends to build at the top of the Hill. more
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CHCA Agenda
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When OMC's Class of 1967 posed for their graduation photo, they didn't know what the future might hold. At a recent reunion they discovered that, even though they've taken different paths, their childhood friendships are still strong.
Decades later, OMC memories and bonds still going strong
As we caught up, the years seemed to slip away.  more
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Morning shooting kills Route 23 SEPTA bus driver
A female passenger shot and killed the driver of a Route 23 SEPTA bus in the Wayne Junction section of Germantown on Thursday. more
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Vanna Venturi House
Three houses from the Sixties: modernist masterpieces in Chestnut Hill
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy is hosting a lecture by internationally renowned architect and author Witold Rybczynski on Nov. 8. more
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Commissioners consider trail plan and sour on pickleball in the park
A proposal would redesign the Springfield Township trail system, adding new routes and connecting neighborhoods over a span of 25 miles. more
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CHCA Agenda
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Lesnick is seen with a recent exhibit of her work at Cerulean Arts Gallery and Studio, 1355 Ridge Ave., in the city's Spring Garden section.
Pivoting late in life, from academic scholar to artist
This newspaper has profiled innumerable local artists over the years, most of whom always had a passion for art. Alice Lesnick took a different path. more
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The Chestnut Hill Business Improvement District’s proposed new footprint includes the Market Square Shopping Center and the Chestnut Hill Tower apartment building, seen included here in pink, along with the BID’s existing membership.
Hill business district seeks growth, reauthorization
The Chestnut Hill Business Improvement District’s executive director, Courtney O’Neill, testified in City Council for the 10-year reauthorization of the BID. more
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Mt. Airy resident Kay Wood (right) and Glenside resident Linda Rosenwein host “Planet Philadelphia” on G-town Radio (92.5 FM), which airs 4-5 p.m. on the first and third Friday every month, discussing climate change and other critical issues in the news.
Local duo’s 'Planet Philadelphia' airs on G-town radio
Mt. Airy resident Kay Wood and Glenside resident Linda Rosenwein were both already quite accomplished when they started their show. more
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City Councilmember Cindy Bass discusses redevelopment plans for the Germantown YWCA at a community meeting last Thursday while developer Keith B. Key, who was awarded the contract in 2016, looks on.
Seeking subsidies, G-town Y developer meets with neighbors
Keith B. Key, CEO of a development company that’s been contracted to redevelop the Germantown YWCA, announced a new funding plan. more
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Lovett Memorial Library celebrates reopening
Lovett Memorial Library in Mt. Airy will reopen with a “welcome back” celebration on Monday, Oct. 16. more
The Chestnut Hill Business Association’s marketing and events coordinator Georgia Forjohn, executive director Courtney O’Neill and director of operations Kate O’Neill pack for the organization’s big move toward the bottom of the Hill. Oakley the Dog supervises.
Business Association is moving down the Hill
The Chestnut Hill Business Association is wrapping up its last week of packing before moving to East Springfield Avenue. more
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Pastor Richard Kyerematen has held his position in the congregation for the past 34 years.
Germantown church celebrates 300 years of service and inclusion
More than 60 years before the U.S. Constitution proclaimed an intent ”to secure the blessings of liberty,” immigrants founded their church. more
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