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The Germantown YWCA, located in the heart of Germantown's historic district, has sat vacant for decades and remains mired in conflict over who should have the right to develop it.
Developer Ken Weinstein petitions court to take the vacant Germantown Y  away from Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority
The 2008 state law, Act 135, gives neighbors, businesses, and nonprofit organizations the right to ask a court to put the property in the hands of a conservator.  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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A rendering of the building proposed for 42-68 Church Lane in Germantown, as originally presented in the spring.
Church Lane plans withdrawn
The future of 42-68 Church Lane, a parcel for which developers had proposed a five-story, 125-unit apartment building, is “to be determined.” more
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Every day, Saint Clair, a former track star and rowing champion at Temple University, would ride his bike from his Moreland Avenue home to the Masterman School.
Beloved Hill teacher, coach, killed in bike accident
Kevin Saint Clair, 65, a Chestnut Hill resident and recently retired from the Julia R. Masterman School, was hit in a car crash. more
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Cherelle Parker
SCH mom runs for first female mayor
Editor’s note: The following is one of the first articles to appear in Springside Chestnut Hill Academy’s recently re-launched student newspaper. more
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Windfall Gallery owner Cynthia Fillmore, her mother Marie Nee and Terrence Speights, a friend of her mother, met a variety of Eagles players, including defensive end Brandon Graham (pictured here), during their trip to the NovaCare Complex on Nov. 1.
Local gallery owner become Eagles social media sensation
When Marie Nee attended the Philadelphia Eagles’ matchup against the Miami Dolphins, the last thing she was expecting was to turn into a social media star. more
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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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A disruptive incident allegedly involving an employee from the City Commissioners Office occurred Tuesday morning at the Chestnut Hill Friends Meetinghouse, pictured here. Photo by Carla Robinson
Poll workers at Chestnut Hill’s Quaker Meetinghouse say they were “accosted” by a city election worker
The incident, poll workers told the Local, happened right in front of voters and left at least one first time poll worker, Kathy McCrea, feeling doubtful that she’ll ever work polls again. more
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Testing a poetic remedy for gun violence
The City of Philadelphia has been awarded a $1 million grant from New York-based Bloomberg Philanthropies for a public art project. more
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Greylock was designed by William Carpenter for steel magnate Henry Lachlan and completed in 1909.
A history of the Greylock mansion
As the latest redevelopment proposal for Greylock Mansion is being evaluated and discussed, we pause to look at the creation of the house itself. more
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Fifth suspect arrested in shooting death of student
U.S. marshals and police arrested the fifth suspect Monday in the shooting death of a teenager outside of Roxborough High School. more
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The atmosphere at McMenamin's Tavern was subdued for much of Monday night as the Phillies failed to generate offense against the Arizona Diamondbacks in game six of the National League Championship Series.
Making the best of the ballgame at McMenamin’s
It’s game six of the National League Championship Series, and the mood at McMenamin’s Tavern is subdued.  more
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Several Hale Storage Trailers in the parking lot of the 14th district police headquarters are holding numerous police officers, staff and equipment.
Police 14th district building shuttered for renovations
Police officers stationed at the city’s 14th district are temporarily reporting for duty at a number of trailers set up in the parking lot of their headquarters. more
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The school, on East Chestnut Hill Avenue, suffered a fire earlier this year on March 21, but plans are finally here to rebuild the damaged infrastructure with even more additions.
OMC finalizing rebuild plans, hopes to open next fall
Our Mother of Consolation Parish School expects that its rebuilding effort will be complete in time for a reopening on Sept. 24, 2024. more
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Paul Meyer's passion for the natural world became his life's work, and led him to the highest reaches of his profession.
Paul Meyer, visionary horticulturist and beloved neighbor, dies at 71
Paul Meyer's groundbreaking work in horticulture blooms in habitats around the world, from small row-house gardens to expansive tree-lined arboretums. more
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Jumpstart graduate Rhakeim Miller (picture in the center with a red cap and glasses) walks through a construction project as part of the coaching program.
Jumpstart keeps profits local
Jumpstart Germantown is a training program and loan provider created in 2015 for new real estate professionals. more
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For Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital oncologist Dr. Allison Aggon, breast cancer is personal. Aggon’s mother and grandmother were diagnosed with breast cancer.
New advances increase survival rates for breast cancer
In the U.S., the average risk of a woman developing breast cancer is about 1 in 8. On the other hand, death rates have been falling steadily. more
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A map of train lines in Philadelphia.
Summer derailment raises train safety concerns
First came the heavy rains. Then came the derailed train. more
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The Germantown YWCA building at 5820 Germantown Ave. Photo by Carla Robinson
G-town Y developer to meet with neighbors
“The subsidies the developer will apply for require the developer to have community meetings,” PRA spokesperson Jamila Davis said in an email. “This meeting is part of that process.” more
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Fabrizio Franco prepares to brace a newly planted magnolia at the Chestnut Hill West train station.
New trees and makeover for CH West train station
Attention, passengers! Now arriving at Chestnut Hill West station: Trees. Shrubs. Flowers. Please watch your step. more
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