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Local makeup artist came, saw and contoured

Even when she was in high school and working in Chestnut Hill, Victoria Coleman aspired to become a professional makeup artist.
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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.

From sterile hospital room to personal sanctuary

Ayana Banks, a junior at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, recently delivered four giant duffel bags for young patients.

Second-half strikes by SCH boys decide Inter-Ac opener

The lads of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy traveled to Germantown Academy to launch the 2024 league campaign.

Moon landings, microbes and 14 patents

At 95, most people might be content to reflect on past accomplishments. Not Solomon Rosenblatt.
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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.

Moon landings, microbes and 14 patents

At 95, most people might be content to reflect on past accomplishments. Not Solomon Rosenblatt.

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CHCA Agenda

Tuesday, Oct. 15, Development Review Committee Meeting - MEETING CANCELED

Crime Report

The following is for crimes reported for the period from Sept. 29. to Oct. 6.

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‘Night of Lights’ on the Avenue

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy launched its seventh annual Night of Lights with an enthusiastic "Flip the Switch" ceremony on Friday night.

Campaign sign bandits strike again

Several Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy residents have had their Democratic campaign signs stolen again.

Reopening of OMC now slated for April 2025

The reopening of Our Mother of Consolation School – devastated by a fire last year that started in the roof – has been postponed.

Hill retailers host Halloween scavenger hunt

The Chestnut Hill Business Association is launching its first Halloween Scavenger Hunt on Oct. 27.

Curbside parking rates are $2.40/hr, with a maximum of two hours, cash or credit. The lots are $2.40/hr with a maximum six hours. Both MeterUp! and ParkMobile apps work, and times can be extended via the app.  For a map of the six lots or more on hours and rates, see chestnuthillpa.com/parking/

The Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation is offering free parking in its six public lots all day and night every Wednesday from November 10th through Christmas.

The spiritual dimension of sex

Mt. Airy’s Rev. Beverly Dale is challenging traditional religious views on sexuality with her new book.

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.

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.

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.

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.
The future of the Greylock, a historic 22-room mansion on 6.5 acres at 209 W. Chestnut Hill Ave., remains undecided.
Another large new apartment building is going up on Germantown Avenue, this time replacing the Comer Paper & Party building.
A 75-unit apartment building may be built next door to Germantown Town Hall, across the street from the former home of Germantown High School.
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A family breaks barriers while building community

Two generations of Helwigs shape Springfield Township's Rotary

Some father-daughter duos share interests, hobbies, or even quirks. For Dan Helwig and his daughter Amanda Helwig, the similarities go a bit further. 

Phillies honor beloved ‘father figure,’ David Montgomery of Wyndmoor

When David Montgomery was given the team’s highest honor, the main message was about the way he treated people.

A local ‘living legend’ celebrates 100 years

Tom Fitzpatrick's life "is a tapestry of bravery, knowledge, humor and deep faith," said a close friend.
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