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OTH Capital presented a rendering for their 49-unit, four-story senior affordable housing project in Germantown during a public meeting on April 30.

Senior affordable housing sought for Germantown

The Philadelphia Historical Commission (PHC) was scheduled to host a public meeting on Wednesday, July 16, to discuss a senior affordable housing project in Germantown. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/17/25

The historic house at 5 Awbury Road before the original windows were replaced.

Unpermitted work done on historic Germantown property

The original windows of a historic house in Awbury Arboretum have been removed without approval, according to the Philadelphia Historical Commission. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/17/25

The proposed Verizon cellphone tower site faces pushback from the state, but the Chestnut Hill Conservancy has not yet taken a position.

Verizon proposes cell tower in Chestnut Hill

Verizon is proposing a 175-foot monopole cellphone tower on the SugarLoaf Campus of Chestnut Hill College. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/16/25

Representatives Tarik Khan (left), a Democrat, and Tom Jones, a Republican, shake hands after passing their bill, amending the Donated Food Limited Liability Act.

Governor signs Rep. Khan’s bill protecting food donors

Governor Josh Shapiro on June 30 signed State Rep. Tarik Khan’s sponsored bill, amending the Donated Food Limited Liability Act. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/10/25

Rabb running for U.S. Congress

With last week's announcement of Congressman Dwight Evans’ retirement in 2027, state Representative Chris Rabb is running for the seat. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/10/25

In Germantown, a resident throws trash into a temporary dumpsite at 6201 Germantown Ave.

District Council 33 reaches agreement with the city

Philadelphia’s largest city workers' union, AFSCME District Council 33, and the city came to a tentative agreement early Wednesday. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/9/25

State Rep. Chris Rabb: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act "is a gift to billionaires."

Local pols react to Trump’s tax and spending bill

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” cuts taxes and Medicaid, and potentially raises the federal deficit. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/9/25

Bob Previdi, policy director for Save the Train, spoke at a rally on May 19, alongside City Council President Kenyatta Johnson (middle right), State Sen. Sharif Street (right) and Dr. Spenser Chen (left), urging state lawmakers to fund SEPTA.

SEPTA board approves a budget with “devastating” cuts

SEPTA’s board voted June 26 to approve a 2026 fiscal year budget that cuts service by 45 percent and includes a 21.5% increase in passenger fares. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/3/25

State and local elected officials, including State. Rep. Tarik Khan (center), joined nurses and other healthcare workers on the picket line outside Chestnut Hill Hospital on Nov. 4.

Strike averted, Chestnut Hill Hospital nurses gain contract

After more than a year of negotiations, nurses and technicians at Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital signed their first union contract. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/2/25

Dwight Evans not seeking reelection

Congressman Evans's district includes Northwest Philadelphia. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/2/25

City workers' union strikes; mayor warns not to leave out trash

Philadelphia’s largest city workers' union went on strike Tuesday after negotiations reached an impasse. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/2/25

Chestnut Hill East closures

Work began June 15 on SEPTA’s Chestnut Hill East (CHE) bridge rehabilitation project, which will shut down a section of the CHE Regional Rail line for 11 weeks. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/26/25

Armed robberies of postal carriers plague Mt. Airy

On three separate instances, as postal workers carried out their deliveries, a male suspect approached them from behind and displayed a firearm, according to police. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/26/25

Covenant House Pa. leadership and donors celebrated their new transitional housing facility in Germantown at a ribbon cutting on June 18.

Covenant House Pa. opens new youth housing

Covenant House Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization providing shelter and services for young people, opened a new facility in Germantown this month. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/25/25

Nurses and technicians at Chestnut Hill Hospital organized an informational picket on Nov. 4, protesting staffing issues and low wages.

Nurses authorize July 4 strike

After over a year of bargaining, Chestnut Hill Hospital nurses and technicians voted June 11 to authorize a five-day strike beginning on July 4. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/18/25

Shapiro and Parker attend Jumpstart celebration

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker visited Germantown on June 10 to celebrate Jumpstart’s 10th anniversary. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/18/25

Alden Park Luxury Apartments, at 2961 West Schoolhouse Lane, feature a number of amenities, but residents say safety concerns and slow maintenance overshadow the luxury aspects.

Alden Park residents fight for maintenance

Residents of Alden Park Apartments say safety concerns and slow maintenance response now cast a shadow over its storied past and luxury perks. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/11/25

Chestnut Hill Starbucks workers pose for a group photo after unanimously voting to join Starbucks Workers United (Schultz is pictured in the back row, fourth from right).

Chestnut Hill Starbucks joins union

Chestnut Hill Starbucks workers voted unanimously on May 30 to unionize, joining Starbucks Workers United. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/11/25

The Goldenberg Group presented plans on its Mermaid Lane development on May 27, showing a 28-unit planned community on the 4.4-acre property.

Mermaid Lane plans draw support

Local real estate developer the Goldenberg Group presented its latest plans for the 4.4-acre property at 100-102 Mermaid Lane on May 27. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/4/25

"Dadball" members run a "Kidball" program at the Germantown Life Enrichment Center, teaching kids basketball. Greg Anderson is pictured back row, fourth from left.

GLEC launches fundraiser

The Germantown Life Enrichment Center will soon launch its fundraising campaign for what the organization calls a “desperately needed” renovation. more

by Tommy Tucker | 6/4/25

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