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Kim Tucker holds an award/statuette presented April 2, 2019, at Canaan Baptist Church in Germantown.Tucker, along with Lovett Hines, received the awards “for their dedication to the arts and the local music community.”

Philadelphia’s jazz hero has earned well-deserved recognition

When a beloved Philadelphia jazz musician died without family or funds for a proper burial, Kim Tucker stepped in. more

by Len Lear | 3/27/25

Printmaker Zoë Greggs, of Mt.Airy, who recently won a Leeway Foundation grant, will be using the funds for a project that explores death and mourning through the Black American lens.

Local artist wins Leeway grant for work in BlackStar film

Zoë Greggs, 30, of Mt. Airy, recently won a Leeway Foundation grant for Greggs’ work in the community. more

by Len Lear | 3/27/25

Angel Flight East’s annual gala will include a fundraising auction.

Fundraising gala to celebrate volunteer pilots, lifesaving flights

Angel Flight East, a Blue Bell-based nonprofit that provides free flights to those who need medical treatment far from home, is hosting its largest fundraiser of the year on March 28. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 3/20/25

Guests will get the chance to join the herd on an unusual hike in the Wissahickon.

Hit the trails with friendly, four-legged tour guides

Nature lovers seeking a unique outdoor experience can hike with rescued goats. more

3/20/25

Jennifer Celeste Briggs, who grew up in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy, with her daughter, Sarah, the subject of Briggs' book released Jan. 21, “Watching Sarah Rise: A Journey of Thriving with Autism.”

Local author shows path to ‘rise’ above autism diagnosis

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in every 36 children, and at least 2% of adults in the U.S., have autism spectrum disorder. more

by Len Lear | 3/13/25

Ruffian Tittmann, who has served as executive director of Friends of the Wissahickon for five years, is moving on from her post with the nonprofit to a new job with the Allentown Parknership.

FOW director departs after transformative tenure

After working at Friends of the Wissahickon for almost two decades, Ruffian Tittmann is ready for a new adventure. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 3/13/25

Actor and former NFL star Alex Karras portrays Germantown's Frank “Casino” Kerns in the 1974 film, “Win, Place or Steal.”

Racetrack con man stirrups trouble in final furlong

I have always preferred doing upbeat, feel-good stories rather than the opposite kind – with the possible exception of my interview with this not-so-good guy. more

by Len Lear | 3/13/25

New research shows that seniors often need more time to fall asleep.

Dreaming of better nights: Senior sleep secrets

In our golden years, many of us resign ourselves to poor sleep. more

by Staff | 3/13/25

Like anyone else, activity levels affect how many calories seniors need in order to stay healthy.

Balancing the plate for changing calorie needs

Martha, at 72, starts each morning with a brisk walk around her neighborhood. Her brother James, 75, prefers a more relaxed pace. more

by Staff | 3/13/25

Menopause: A beginning

While puberty and pregnancy come with countless guidebooks and support systems, menopause often unfolds in whispered conversations. more

3/13/25

Summer camp has taught generations of children important social skills, and has been a place to forge lifelong friendships.

How summer camp experiences shape the next generation

As the school year winds down and textbooks give way to summer freedom, parents everywhere face the question: How will my child spend the summer? more

by Staff | 3/13/25

Children bring specific wants and needs to their summer camp experience.

Finding the right summer spot for your child

The quest to find the perfect summer camp can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. more

by Staff | 3/13/25

Summer camp countdown: Plan now, play later!

While winter winds still howl and holiday decorations have barely been tucked away, savvy parents are already planning for summer sunshine and camp adventures. more

3/13/25

Len Lear is seen in 1998, recovering in his home from a broken hip and pelvis. He insists he fell while attempting to climb Mt. Airy.

The day I flew and crashed to earth

When I left our house to go to work at the Local on Tuesday, March 3, 1998, it was like a thousand other mornings. It ended up as one in a thousand, however. more

by Len Lear | 3/6/25

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, located in West Fairmount Park, is one of the nation’s largest amphitheaters.

Mann Center Institute to support community, arts and jobs

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia launched a new institute this month to support community arts programs. more

by Stephen Williams, WHYY | 3/6/25

Kaitlyn Whalen, founder of Well Rooted HT, LLC, in Mt.Airy, works with residents of the Terrace at Chestnut Hill nursing home. Her next session at the Center on the Hill is on April 17, 11 a.m.

Turning her personal pain into horticultural therapy

When chronic pain began to dominate Kaitlyn Whalen's life seven years ago, she found solace and healing in an unexpected place: her garden. more

by Len Lear | 3/6/25

Apiary Studio in Germantown won the "Best in Show – Landscape" award at last year’s flower show with its “Right of Way” exhibit which celebrated the experience of driving on the highway.

NW Flower Show designers to explore sustainability

Northwest Philadelphia will showcase its deep bench of horticultural talent March 1 to 9 at the 196th Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Philadelphia Flower Show. more

by Staff | 2/27/25

Cindy Webster (left), a consultant with the Darren Daulton Foundation, helped connect 8-year-old Betsy (right) and her family to the nonprofit which assists families who have a loved one fighting brain cancer.

Eight-year-old raises thousands for brain cancer charity

The Chestnut Hill community came together for a good cause on Feb. 8, supporting a young girl's efforts to raise money for charity. more

by Maggie Dougherty | 2/20/25

Former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin greets West Mt. Airy nurse Jeanette Lear in 1975.

Meeting the PM who gave his life for Middle East peace

With the recent war between Israel and Hamas, I can’t help thinking about when my wife and I had lunch with Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. more

by Len Lear | 2/13/25

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy is one local site that offers plenty of summer camp options for kids to make lasting memories and formative friendships.

Summer camp adventures: More than just s’mores

Here in Northwest Philadelphia and its surrounding communities, summer camps have evolved into an exciting spectrum of experiences. more

by Leisha Shaffer | 2/13/25

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Sip, paint, create

Local artist Jasmine Benns will lead “Brush and Brew: A Creative Evening,” a night of painting, tea sipping and creativity.

'A Taste of Honey' screens British New Wave in Chestnut Hill

When Chestnut Hill Film Group screens “A Taste of Honey” at Woodmere on April 1, audiences will have a chance to rediscover a significant British film.

Award-winning author to discuss boyhood summers in the South

MacArthur Fellow and acclaimed author Kiese Laymon will appear in conversation with educator and activist Marc Lamont Hill to discuss Laymon’s new picture book.

Tempesta performs Bach Trio Sonatas on the Hill

The Tempesta di Mare Chamber Players will present a concert of Trio Sonatas by Johann Sebastian Bach on Sunday, April 6.

A fresh take on tragic love

There is no mystery as to how “Romeo & Juliet” will end. The Drama Group of Germantown's production immediately thrusts you into the heart of the tragedy.

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