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Teaming up for culture coverage

We’re happy to announce the Chestnut Hill Local’s new partnership with Broad Street Review. more

7/17/25

“Fairlawn,” a Tudor Revival-style house, was constructed in the early 20th century by George Woodward and William D. Hewitt. The property is located in the Pelham neighborhood of West Mt. Airy.

The villages of Northwest Philadelphia: Yesterday and today

From the array of shops in Chestnut Hill, through Mt. Airy’s tree-lined streets, to historic sites in Germantown, Northwest Philadelphia is known for its unique character. more

by Brian Nelson | 7/17/25

A portrait of the artist as a young man: McElhinney at the start of his directing career.

A 16-year-old’s film gets its 30th anniversary screening

Andrew McElhinney hadn’t graduated from high school by the time he finished his second film, “A Maggot Tango,” in 1995. more

by Ben Silver | 7/17/25

New River Ensemble weaves classical and contemporary sounds in chamber music performance.

Chamber roots return to Pastorius Park with New River Ensemble

As Pastorius Park’s concert series winds down for the summer, this week’s performance harkens back to the concert’s classical music origins. more

by Brianna Mack | 7/17/25

Michael Clemmons’ solo exhibition fills his Ubuntu Gallery with ceramics, painting and more.

‘If This World Were Mine,’ Michael Clemmons at the Ubuntu Gallery

Brace yourself for a moving journey if you visit “If This World Were Mine,” artist Michael Clemmons’ solo exhibition at Ubuntu Gallery, 5423 Germantown Ave. more

by Constance Garcia-Barrio | 7/17/25

Loretta Lucy Miller plays Grandma with Matthew Johnson as her grandson Michael in the one-act “Gram Scams” at Old Academy Players in East Falls.

OAP keeps it short and sweet in annual festival

Old Academy Players is closing the theater season with the East Falls company’s annual "Summer One Act Bonanza." more

by Hugh Hunter | 7/17/25

From left: David Forbes as Peaseblossom, Kaiya Sutton as Cobweb, Rafael Schneider as Bottom, and Emily Parker as Titania in Indecorous Theatre’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

Indecorous Theatre presents site-specific ‘Midsummer’

Shakespeare reclaimed and reimagined fairies in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and a new production takes audiences into the woods of Roxborough’s Schuylkill Center. more

by Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer | 7/16/25

The Free Library’s Chestnut Hill Branch is frequently understaffed.

Shortages plague NW Philadelphia libraries

When District Council 33 (DC33) union members went on strike, all Philadelphia Free Libraries also shut their doors. more

by Lucy Tobier | 7/16/25

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

Plymouth Whitemarsh graduate Jordyn Thomas, of Team Black, successfully wrangles a rebound.

Jefferson’s Team Black stands alone atop Summer League

In the college summer hoops league last week, the number of undefeated teams dropped from three to just one. more

by Tom Utescher | 7/16/25

Brian Nelson and Lucy Tobier

7/15/25

Jul 10, 2025 issue

7/10/25

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

Five artists vie to honor trailblazing lawyer

The winning design for a statue depicting Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander, a history-making lawyer and economist, is scheduled to be selected this month. more

by Kristin E. Holmes | 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

SEPTA will charge for parking

SEPTA began charging for parking on weekends and holidays at all SEPTA-owned lots and garages on July 7. more

7/10/25

Crime Report

The following is for crimes reported from June 30 to July 6. more

7/10/25

Subscription and membership rates to increase Sept. 1

Over the last five years, life has gotten more expensive. So has operating a business. more

7/10/25

Neighbors need a raise

Sadly, 2009 was the last time Pennsylvania raised its minimum wage. more

by State Rep. Tarik Khan | 7/10/25

Carl Tannenbaum and his news friends at the Phillies game.

A delightful day at Citizens Bank Park

A man and his adult son sat in the seats to our right. The man said this was their first game, could I please explain it? They had never seen baseball in their native Mongolia. more

by Carl Tannenbaum | 7/10/25

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