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WEBProlific Hill professor pens fictional ‘Climate Change’. It's the first foray into fiction for long-time Chestnut Hill resident Miles Orvell, a professor at Temple University for more than 50 years. New book of poetry pays homage to Chestnut Hill. Lois Villemaire's book, “My Eight Greats,” is replete with poems about Chestnut Hill.
Antique Gallery still sparkles on Hill after 30 years
WEBNov 1, 2012 · Antique Gallery still sparkles on Hill after 30 years. Owner Gerry Schultz opened The Antique Gallery at 8523 Germantown Ave. 30 years ago, and despite the current economic travails, it is still going strong. (Photo by Len Lear) by Lou Mancinelli. When you enter on a sunlit day, rhomboids of light play …
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WEBAug 28, 2024 · 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. more. by Aaron Moselle, WHYY | 8/29/24. Crime Report. The following report is for crimes reported in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy for the period from Aug. 12 to 25. more. 8/29/24.
Mt. Airy/Germantown - The Chestnut Hill Local
WEBJul 10, 2024 · Mt. Airy/Germantown. In Germantown, full-service restaurants and cafés are a rarity. This may account for the excitement about Das Good Café. more. At St. Harmony Cafe, kids pick up litter. They plant and water trees, …
Details emerge for Germantown HS redevelopment
WEBNov 23, 2023 · In the last phase of the project, 37 units will be built in the school’s former gym. That’s 238 total units slated for the project, which when completed will sit right in the heart of Germantown’s bustling business corridor. According to the development team’s architect, David Polatnick, the development will also include about 180 ...
In Wyndmoor, remnants of a gilded age mansion survive
WEBJul 1, 2015 · In Wyndmoor, remnants of a gilded age mansion survive. Posted Wednesday, July 1, 2015 11:47 am. A portion of Whitemarsh Hall that remains in Wyndmoor. (Photo by Kira Bellis) by Kira Bellis. Have you ever found yourself driving along Willow Grove Avenue in Wyndmoor and noticed a pair of tall, seemingly-out …
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WEBJul 24, 2024 · The future of the Greylock, a historic 22-room mansion on 6.5 acres at 209 W. Chestnut Hill Ave., remains undecided. more. by Tommy Tucker | 9/4/24. 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. more. by Len Lear | 8/28/24.
The Crossing to perform ‘You Are Who I Love’
WEBPosted Thursday, March 7, 2024 12:00 am. by Michael Caruso. Donald Nally will lead The Crossing in a performance of Harold Meltzer’s “You Are Who I Love,” set to Aracelis Girmay’s poetry, on Sunday, March 17, at 5 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill. The program also includes works by Sarah Rimkus and Eriks Esenvalds.
Holiday House Tour: A chance to tour the Hill’s most historic …
WEBNov 30, 2016 · A decorated dining room at last year's Holiday House Tour. (Photo by Steve Feistel) by Sue Ann Rybak One of the highlights of celebrating the holidays on the Hill is the Chestnut Hill Community …
The Local wins 29 media awards - The Chestnut Hill Local
WEBJun 26, 2024 · The overall award total more than doubled — to 29 — including the coveted Sweepstakes Award, given to the news organization with the highest point total in its division. Notably, the Local’s editorial team won seven first place prizes, seven seconds and an honorable mention in a broad range of categories. Virtually every staffer who ...