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Sgt. Lewis Monroe Alexander Jr., a Marine who trained at the segregated Montford Point facility in North Carolina and served in the Pacific during World War II, will be honored June 14 during a ceremony at the Veterans Administration in University City.

On June 14 — Flag Day, and just in time for Father’s Day — two former Montford Point Marines will receive posthumous honors. more

by Valerie Russ | 6/11/25

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

Jun 5, 2025 issue

6/5/25

Archbishop Nelson J. Perez leads the annual Alumni Weekend Mass at Chestnut Hill College.

Chestnut Hill College celebrates its centennial

Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson J. Perez led CHC's annual Alumni Weekend Mass in celebration of the college's 100th anniversary. more

by Walt Maguire | 6/5/25

Left to right, Anne McNiff, executive director of the Chestnut Hill Community Association; Richard Newell, president and CEO of Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital; and Laura Lucas, CHCA president, at Pastorius Park.

$10,000 donation helps support Summer Concerts

Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital presented the check to the Chestnut Hill Community Association in support of the Pastorius Park Summer Concert Series. more

6/5/25

A community plants seeds of environmental awareness

Supporters of environmental journalism came together at the home of Judy Wicks to raise awareness and funds for the Local’s new reporter. more

by Daralyse Lyons | 6/5/25

Supporting the Local supports community

We have lived our entire adult lives in the Northwest section of the city and, most recently, in its suburbs. One of the constants has been the Chestnut Hill Local. more

by Bob Elfant | 6/5/25

Catholics for HB 109

We are pleased that Pope Leo XIV has spoken publicly advocating for action on climate change. more

6/5/25

Thank you to VFW 5205

Chestnut Hill VFW 5205 hosted an inspiring program of Memorial Day remembrances. more

6/5/25

Pictured at the WWII Memorial in Chestnut Hill (left to right): Myra Fields-Rouse, Donald (Luke) Rentschler, Joseph Melendez, John Brooks and Bryan Brooks.

Remember and honor

I'd like to pause and recognize our veterans and local VFW post in Chestnut Hill. more

6/5/25

Edward Duffy's new book chronicles the nation’s anniversary celebrations.

Mt. Airy author prepares us for our 250th anniversary

In 2026, the United States will enjoy an explosion of events to honor its 250th anniversary. more

by Len Lear | 6/5/25

Larry Turner (right) is seen with his wife, Cynthia (second from left) and their children, Grace and Alex. Turner had two other children, Hillary and Nicholas, with his first wife, Laura Forrest.

Sudden death of highly regarded Mt. Airy attorney, 65

Larry L. Turner, a longtime Mt. Airy resident, died suddenly and unexpectedly of a cardiac event in his home on April 22 at age 65. more

by Len Lear | 6/5/25

Dito van Reigersberg (center, arms raised) plays both Jacques and Dad in Quintessence Theatre Group's production of “Giovanni’s Room.” (L to r: Midge Nease, Anna Caccavaro, Patrick Zhang, van Reigersberg, Ethan Check, Anthony Costello and Rafi Mills).

Finding the key to ‘Giovanni’s Room’ at Quintessence

“Giovanni’s Room," the groundbreaking novel by Black activist, author and intellectual James A. Baldwin, unleashed a firestorm of controversy when first published. more

by Constance Garcia-Barrio | 6/5/25

Pride events showcase parties, performances and family fun

LGBTQ+ people will persevere with the parades, tours, exhibits, discussions and theatrical happenings that mark Pride Month each June. more

by Anndee Hochman | 6/5/25

Supper Sessions, Mt. Airy’s signature summer dining event, kicks off June 11 with an evening food festival each month through September on Germantown Avenue.

Supper Sessions returns: Dining al fresco with neighbors

The Mt. Airy Community Development Corporation is gearing up for the return of its signature seasonal program, Supper Sessions. more

by Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer | 6/5/25

Vocalist Shane Tapley will perform selections from popular musicals in “Broadway Adventure” at the First Presbyterian Church of Springfield on Sunday, June 8.

Broadway classics take center stage at Springfield church

Fans of Broadway musicals are in for a treat on Sunday, June 8, when two talented local musicians perform selections from theater classics in Flourtown. more

by Len Lear | 6/5/25

Tempesta di Mare, Philadelphia Baroque Orchestra, performs in Dresden, Germany, on tour in March 2022.

Tempesta celebrates divas and laments loss of funding

Tempesta di Mare, Philadelphia Baroque Orchestra, closed its 2024-25 season with a celebration of two of George Friderich Handel’s favorite operatic divas. more

by Michael Caruso | 6/5/25

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

Ellis “El-Dog” Ferrell Jr. (sitting) and his son, Darrin Ferrell, taught students at C.W. Henry about Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club’s history and proper horse care.

Urban cowboys mosey into C.W. Henry

Members of the Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club visited C.W. Henry School on May 30. They brought a horse, of course. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 6/4/25

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