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Jan Wilson owned Cafette, a BYOB restaurant on the Hill for 21 years. For the last decade she has run Chestnut Hill Family Acupuncture Clinic.

Former Cafette owner praised for ‘jab’ well done

In 1995, Jan Wilson was in a horrific car accident. She tried acupuncture -- and that led to a new Chestnut Hill business. more

by Len Lear | 7/10/25

British-born muralist Femi Olatunji believes making and viewing art offers healing.

Three new murals capture Mt. Airy spirit

Aside from being visual feasts, three new Germantown Avenue murals stand as neighborhood biographies and towering testaments to creativity. more

by Constance Garcia-Barrio | 7/10/25

Volunteers mend garments for guests in the dining room at Face to Face Germantown.

Germantown menders help restore clothes and dignity

Face to Face Germantown sees a lot of need in its neighborhood, and since 1984 has been working hard to alleviate it. more

by Kimberly Haas | 7/10/25

Edwin “Ed” Thompson, of Wyndmoor, lawyer-turned-librarian at the Free Library of Springfield Township, died suddenly on June 19 at Chestnut Hill Hospital.

Ed Thompson, 75, beloved lawyer and librarian

Edwin “Ed” Thompson, a former lawyer who switched careers to become a reference librarian at the Free Library of Springfield Township, died suddenly on June 19. more

by Len Lear | 7/10/25

Nancy Chabeaud started as a housekeeper 30 years ago at Spring Mill Pointe, a nonprofit retirement facility in Lafayette Hill, and rose to a management position as director of buildings and grounds.

From housekeeper to executive staff at Spring Mill Pointe

When Spring Mill Pointe opened in 1995, Nancy Chabaud took a job as the Lafayette Hill retirement community’s only housekeeper. Now she's director of building and grounds. more

by Len Lear | 7/10/25

The Rev. Robert L. Polk returned to North Dakota to accept a “Trailblazer Award” 70 years after he left.

Minister and author, 97, honored with ‘Trailblazer Award’

The Rev. Robert L. Polk, 97, has lived at Cathedral Village in upper Roxborough for the past 22 years. At one time, he was the only Black resident among more than 400 retirees. more

by Len Lear | 7/10/25

Robert Lange, a Mt. Airy resident, stands outside Carpenter Station which he uses frequently to travel within Philadelphia. Although he owns a car, he prefers to use public transportation.

SEPTA cuts could derail senior independence

Looming SEPTA cuts would remove five train lines, cut bus and metro schedules, and end service after 9 p.m. Older city residents will lose access to healthcare, food, community, entertainment and family. more

by Lucy Tobier | 7/10/25

Youngsters learn the skills that make the Big Top a success at the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts in West Mt. Airy.

Circus arts summer camp: Where fun and tumbles collide

The first rule of circus summer camp: Don’t break your face. The second rule of circus summer camp: Have fun. With rules like these, who wouldn’t want to give it a whirl? more

by Buffy Gorrilla | 7/10/25

Brother John performs at the Pastorius Park Concerts, 8177 Roanoke St., Chestnut Hill, on Wednesday, July 16, 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Local musicians bring joy to the parks

Mid-Atlantic blues makes its way to Pastorius Park on July 16 with Brother John. more

by Brianna Mack | 7/10/25

Robert Woodward, sculptor, painter and jeweler, stands beside one of the many creations in his new gallery.

Peanuts, paint and the man within: The life of Robert Woodward

The Peanut Butter Gallery at 8042 Germantown Ave. is hosting an open house on July 12 to showcase the creations of local artists and artisans. more

by Brian Nelson | 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

Sanitation services halt as workers and city face off

As negotiations continue, trash is piling up in Northwest Philadelphia and across the city. more

by Lucy Tobier | 7/9/25

The Local wins multiple statewide awards

The Chestnut Hill Local won a dozen Keystone Media Awards and came in second place for News Organization of the Year. more

by Donna Shaw | 7/9/25

Introducing Northwest’s Class of 2025: A graduation roundup

Over the past several weeks, hundreds of Northwest Philadelphia and Southeast Montgomery County students walked across a stage to accept their diplomas. more

by Brian Nelson and Lucy Tobier | 7/3/25

Jul 3, 2025 issue

7/3/25

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

Mary Ann Boyer, co-founder of Boyer Sudduth Environmental Consultants, won the Service to the Flock Award, 2025.

Hill ‘environmental nerd’ honored by area school group

Longtime Chestnut Hill resident Mary Ann Boyer calls herself “an environmental nerd,” but others who know her prefer to call her a champion of the environment. more

by Len Lear | 7/3/25

Corrections

Corrections for Wissahickon magazine and a June 26 feature story. more

7/3/25

Multiple businesses at Market at the Fareway recently closed, but planning is underway to fill the open spots.

Businesses say goodbye and hello to Chestnut Hill

Hoser’s served its final dish on July 1, and several other businesses are coming and going from the Hill. more

by Brian Nelson and Lucy Tobier | 7/3/25

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