Santa, gingerbread and a giant crane

Northwest Philadelphia’s holiday season is now in full swing – bringing a giant Christmas tree to Germantown Avenue as well as a parade featuring Santa.

New life in store for Top of the Hill, Mimi’s

A new tenant is scheduled to be announced “sometime next year.”

Airbnbs stir civic issues

Changes to how the city regulates some Airbnbs have left many in Chestnut Hill wondering whether to welcome the short-term rental service.

Features

Festival of lights rekindles feeling of community

Chestnut Hill will be the site of an immersive Hanukkah experience starting Tuesday at the community’s annual menorah lighting ceremony.

Bradley Cooper back in town

Finally! The Holiday House Tour returns to Chestnut Hill

One of Chestnut Hill’s most popular traditions is back again this year, after a three-year hiatus due to Covid.

Angelo Cataldi makes Philly sports fans look good

After hanging up the headphones in February, former WIP host and current Chestnut Hill resident Angelo Cataldi is back with a new book.

History scholar and new leader at G-town mansion

George Boudreau is the newly named executive director at Ebenezer Maxwell Victorian Mansion.

Mt. Airy 'urban archaeologist' digs deep into Philly history

We tend to associate the word “archaeology” with remote locations. Rebecca Yamin digs into Philadelphia.

Dec 7, 2023 issue

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Crime

Crime Report

The following crime report is for crimes reported in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy for the period from May 16 to June 6.

Making the most of small spaces

One of the most frequent questions we get from clients is how they can make small spaces look larger than they actually are. Here's some tips.

By Design

Mid-century furniture complements many styles

Interior design is about layout, balance, color, proportion and style.

Design Matters

A Wyndmoor transformation increases space, intimacy and light

Located in a charming and bucolic pocket of Wyndmoor is a stone cottage. But built in the 1920s, the original kitchen was too small.

Shades of English country style

In 1988, I was asked to participate in my first “Art and Design” showhouse. My vision was impeccable... until it wasn’t.

Small space planning is a ‘jigsaw’ exercise

Laura and Blake loved their row home on a historic block. The problem was fitting everything they wanted inside.

PC girls' basketball seeks third Inter-Ac League title

The two-time girls' basketball champion in the Inter-Ac League has a good deal of returning talent, but suffered some graduation losses.

After slow start, GA girls win basketball opener

Early foul trouble and a poor shooting percentage hobbled the GA girls in the first half of their basketball season opener. But they regrouped.

GA basketball features new coach, wide array of guards

The Patriots return four senior veterans, guards Izzy Casey and Sam Wade.

Inside strength could help SCH basketball climb Inter-Ac ladder

As the new season gets underway for the Blue Devils, second-year head coach Bartley Jeannoute should be able to put together a strong inside game.

More Sports

Mount field hockey is District One's third seed for States

In field hockey, Mount St. Joseph Academy's seeding for the PIAA state tournament was determined last week.

Decades later, OMC memories and bonds still going strong

As we caught up, the years seemed to slip away.

SCH girls soccer edges PC, ties Inter-Ac champ Episcopal

Playing Inter-Ac League soccer games last week, the girls of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy came away with a win and a tie.

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Letters to the editor

- The Conservancy addresses the community about Greylock
  
  The Conservancy has an unwavering commitment to its conservation and preservation goals.
- A heartfelt thanks to all parade participants and supporters
  
  We did it! As a community, we united to host another fantastic holiday parade.
- A vote for the firehouse
  
  Voters in the 9th Division of the 9th Ward want to return to voting at the firehouse.
- Dead battery, good Samaritan
  
  I want to give a big shout-out to El Limon in Glenside, where a gentleman jump-started my car.
- Finding federal/state tax credits and rebates for going green
  
  A free informational session is scheduled for those looking for guidance and information on “going green.”
- Thankful for the help of strangers
  
  I got a flat tire AND a dead battery. Several passersby stepped up to help me.
- Should businesses share the cost of maintaining parking lots?
  
  The Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation raised its fees. Why not look to the business community to share costs?
- New sign interprets Historic Yeakel Cemetery
  
  The recently restored 18th-century Yeakel Cemetery in Wyndmoor now has a sign that explains its historical significance.

At Jenks school, ‘Dads’ volunteer and show up for duty

On a normal morning, Jenks Dads on Duty (JDOD) can be seen helping students cross the busy street and providing words of encouragement.

CHCA Agenda

For the week of Nov. 27, 2023

Supporting local merchants in style

Chestnut Hill will have all its historic charm on display this weekend as it celebrates the holiday season – and supports local merchants.

CH parking lot rates triple

Cheap parking has officially come to a screeching halt in Chestnut Hill – shocking many longtime regulars along the neighborhood’s busy business strip.

A vegan Thanksgiving at CH Friends Meeting