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The Friends of the Chestnut Hill Library will raise funds during an evening of fun and friendly competition at the Battle of the Book Clubs Trivia Night on Saturday, Feb. 28.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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2/19/26
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The 9th Democratic Ward, which represents Chestnut Hill and parts of Mt. Airy, has decided not to endorse a candidate running for Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District.
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by Tommy Tucker
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2/18/26
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Friends of Pastorius Park has secured all the funds for a significant ecological rehabilitation project, thanks to local donors and a recently awarded state grant.
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by Abby Weiss
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2/18/26
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The Federal Election Commission has released end-of-year campaign finance reports for candidates running for the seat of retiring U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans.
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by Tommy Tucker
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2/12/26
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As Valentine’s Day approaches — a time when many people are seeking companionship or exploring new romantic relationships online — AARP Pennsylvania is urging older adults to stay alert for romance scams.
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2/12/26
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Foliage, a plant store at 8139 Germantown Ave. in Chestnut Hill, is closing.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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2/12/26
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Whether it’s recent or longstanding, personal or cultural, history will certainly be on everyone’s minds at the 2026 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show when it opens at the end of February.
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by Elie Bekelman
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2/12/26
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“Monopoly: Philadelphia Edition” is looking for a few good landmarks, with a deadline of Feb. 28.
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2/12/26
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Bird enthusiasts of all experience levels in the Philadelphia region are invited to participate in the “Great Backyard Bird Count” from Feb. 13-16.
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2/12/26
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This week in Chestnut Hill Local history
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2/12/26
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Legislation that would make it easier for Philadelphians to inherit their family homes has been introduced in Philadelphia City Council.
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2/12/26
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Mount Saint Joseph Academy has been named “Top Catholic College Preparatory School 2026” by Education Insider Magazine.
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2/12/26
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The following is for crimes reported from Feb. 2 to Feb. 8.
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2/12/26
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Artist & Craftsman Supply will close its Chestnut Hill location at 7926 Germantown Ave.
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By Maggie Dougherty
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2/12/26
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Hundreds of people assembled at Mother Bethel AME Church for POWER Interfaith’s Philadelphia Affordability Summit on Feb. 1, including members from 16 congregations in the Northwest.
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by Tommy Tucker
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2/11/26
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Last fall, a developer withdrew an application to build an artificial intelligence data center in nearby Plymouth Township over a legal issue.
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by Abby Weiss
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2/11/26
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Following the School District of Philadelphia’s announcement of proposed school closures under its facilities plan, several community engagement sessions were held at Northwest Philadelphia schools.
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by Maggie Dougherty and Tommy Tucker
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2/11/26
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More than 30 congregations, representing Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and other faith traditions, joined at Mother Bethel AME Church on Feb. 1 for the Philadelphia Affordability Summit.
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by Tommy Tucker
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2/5/26
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The following is for crimes reported from Jan. 18 to Feb. 1.
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2/5/26
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This winter, Walk Around Philadelphia marks its 10th anniversary by stepping into a new phase of growth.
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2/5/26
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