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“Confirming Predictions,” the life-sized, cast bronze statue sitting on a bench at the top of the Hill, has been damaged, with the newspapers being read by the seated man either ripped or …
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12/11/25
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It’s been more than a half century since the old Hill Theater was torn down — but that was the start of a remarkable effort that continues to bring classic movies to the area today.
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12/11/25
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The holiday spirit was on full display Dec. 3 as The Sivel Group partnered with Matines Café to host a festive community gathering in support of Toys for Tots.
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12/11/25
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Artistic Director Tony Braithwaite is hosting a new holiday special, “Most Wonderful Time,” at Act II Playhouse.
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by Hugh Hunter
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12/11/25
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Gifting memberships, season passes and tickets afford people the opportunity to enjoy their holiday gifts throughout the year.
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by Leisha Shaffer
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12/11/25
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This time of year, it’s tempting to click “add to cart” on yet another impersonal Amazon purchase. But the most meaningful gifts often come from a more thoughtful place — and they don’t …
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The City of Philadelphia on Dec. 3 announced $600,000 in emergency grants to support small food retailers, corner stores and grocers that were affected by the federal government shutdown and …
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12/11/25
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It’s that time of year, when good cheer flows freely.
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by CHCA President Laura Lucas
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12/11/25
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I don’t know how to bow, at least not gracefully. My lack of bowing prowess was on public display last month at the Venice Island Performing Arts Center in Manayunk.
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by Robert Calandra
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12/11/25
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When I was a lad, I would browse my father’s collection of 78 rpm records that had been passed on to him by my grandparents.
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by Baird Standish
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12/11/25
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Magpie, a new antique and vintage home decor shop, has opened in Chestnut Hill at 8517 Germantown Ave.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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12/11/25
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The wrestlers of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy traveled to Abington Friends School last Thursday for a tri-meet involving two very different types of opponents.
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by Tom Utescher
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12/11/25
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Light flurries added to the scenery at Chestnut Hill’s annual Holiday Parade on Saturday, complete with fire engines, marching bands, choirs, antique cars, and school groups.
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12/11/25
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With nearly one in four Philadelphians over 60, and an even higher share in the immediate area, these are neighborhoods where older adults can winter confidently, warmly, and well.
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by Henry Trapnell
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12/11/25
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The following is for crimes reported from Dec. 1 to Dec. 7.
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12/11/25
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Unique and handmade gifts will be available at the Mt. Airy Winter Art Market, being held at Allens Lane Art Center on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13-14 from noon to 5 p.m.
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12/11/25
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Philadelphia residents can now get their annual flu shots and COVID vaccines for free, with no appointment needed, at city health centers in their neighborhoods.
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12/11/25
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Renowned watercolorist and illustrator Jerry Pinkney was a fixture in the Woodmere community.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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12/11/25
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For hundreds if not thousands of local lovers of sacred choral music, the Christmas season wouldn’t be complete without their hearing at least one performance of George Frideric Handel’s beloved oratorio, “Messiah.”
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by Michael Caruso
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12/10/25
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With 2025 coming to a close, end-of-year crime data shows shoplifting down nearly 30% in the 14th Police District.
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by Tommy Tucker
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12/10/25
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