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Dr. Jennifer Morello (left), a doctor-turned-award-winning floral designer, and Jennifer Spaeth stand in front of Laete, Spaeth's women's clothing store at 8436 Germantown Ave., where Morello designed the Christmas window displays.
Doctor trades stethoscope for career in floral design
The stunning holiday window displays at Laete are the work of a doctor turned florist. more
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Sorting through a lifetime accumulation of ‘stuff’ can be challenging, but also liberating.
Your stuff or your time?
Considering my vocation as a designer, I have a tough time purchasing objects, new objects in particular. more
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The roots of Kulu Mele dance troupe can be traced back to the childhood of founder Robert "Baba" Crowder, who began drumming on wooden crates, cheese boxes and other found objects as a youngster.
African dance pioneers set to perform at Hill library
The Philadelphia-based African dance and drum ensemble, Kulu Mele ("the mother whose children are the fish"), will perform on Feb. 25. more
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Photographer Ron Tarver, formerly of The Inquirer and now an associate professor at Swarthmore College, will chat about his latest book, “The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America,” Feb. 20 at Awbury Arboretum in Germantown.
Literary events to explore culture, history and resistance
Northwest Philadelphia's vibrant literary scene takes center stage this month with a powerful lineup of authors, poets, and artists. more
Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church in Chestnut Hill celebrated the life of former parish music director Richard George “Rick” Alexander during a service Feb. 9. Alexander died last month and served as music director for over 35 years.
Mendelssohn Chorus to sing Erlwine’s ‘Never One Thing’
Heather Mitchell will celebrate her new position as associate artistic director of the Mendelssohn Chorus on Feb. 22. more
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Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog” is widely regarded as the first film by the director to showcase many of the visual techniques and themes that would define his later works. Starring Ivor Novello (above), it was also the first film in which Hitchcock made a cameo, a tradition he continued throughout his career.
The Chestnut Hill Film Group presents Hitchcock with live music
Movie lovers can see a rare treat on Feb. 25 when the organization presents an early silent masterpiece by Alfred Hitchcock. more
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Singer Max Muscato’s music has been influenced by the addiction struggle of his brother, who has autism.
Multi-talented musician brings message of hope to local stage
Max Muscato is set to bring his unique blend of soulful rock and powerful storytelling to the stage Feb. 22 at the Chestnut Hill Brewing Company. more
Comedian Derek Lee will headline an anti-Valentine’s Day comedy night Feb. 21 at The Royal Theater in Glenside.
Valentine’s Day gets a comedy makeover at The Royal
The Royal Music & Arts Center in Glenside is turning traditional Valentine's celebrations on their head Feb. 21 with a comedy showcase. more
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 John Augustine Roman
 John Augustine Roman, born on July 28, 1929 in Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025 at the age of 95. more
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Margaret “Peggy” Lewis Baughman, nee Fleming
Margaret “Peggy” Lewis Baughman, nee Fleming, 87, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025 with family by her side. more
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Francis W. Peszka, Jr.
Francis W. Peszka, Jr., (“Frank,” “Skip”) of Erdenheim, PA passed away at the age of 83 on February 15, 2025. more
Jay Flaherty and his wife Nanie in St. Peter’s Square on a 2016 trip to Rome.
Master gardener brought neighbors together
John Edward “Jay” Flaherty Jr., an attorney, former deputy mayor, Vietnam veteran and master gardener, died Feb. 9. more
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Tomas Christian, a Glenside native who attended La Salle University, will be playing at the APTA Nationals.
Cricket club hosts paddle championship
Platform tennis is the fast-growing winter sport – and it's coming to Chestnut Hill in a big way. more
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Downed power lines across the region forced PECO to call in reinforcements, such as this emergency response at Wissahickon Avenue and Carpenter Lane on Monday.
Fierce winds leave many without power
Powerful wind gusts that swept through Philadelphia on Sunday evening left thousands of Northwest residents without power. more
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The $2.27 million renovation of the Water Tower Recreation Center will include work on all four facades and focus heavily on masonry and window restoration.
Water Tower to get $2.27M facelift
The Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority has approved a contract to restore and rehabilitate the exterior of the recreation center. more
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GFS senior number five Jasper Furnas lines up a backhand shot along the wall.
Same opponent, different outcomes for GFS and SCH racquetmen
The boys' squash teams at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy and Germantown Friends both played Shipley School. more
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Jefferson's Cassie Murphy (center) goes up to grab a rebound between her teammate Tori Nigro (right) and Chestnut Hill's Bri Rider.
Coach nears 900 career wins as Jefferson women top Chestnut Hill College
Both the Chestnut Hill College Griffins and the Lady Rams of Jefferson University were riding win streaks when they converged on the court. more
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GA eighth-grader Azzure O'Connor passes the ball while being pursued by Penn Charter freshman Aubrei Smith.
GA girls overcome Penn Charter in last Inter-Ac game
The girls of Germantown Academy last Tuesday defeated Penn Charter for the second time in a week, but the PC Quakers didn't make it easy. more
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Feb 18, 2025 issue
Carla Robinson
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