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Mt. Airy Day, the street festival that started in the 1970s, is scheduled to return for another year on Saturday, May 11. The day full of shopping, music, food and fun will kick off at noon and last until 5 p.m. on Germantown Avenue between Mt. Pleasant Avenue and Gorgas Lane. The rain date is Saturday, May 18. The festival started as a way to foster relationships between neighbors east and west of Germantown Avenue. At Mt. Airy Day in 1983 (above), youngsters ride The Tempest amusement park attraction, which had been set up on Germantown Avenue.
Mt. Airy Day’s return is a sign of spring
The Rev. Tanya Regli was recently appointed Clergy in Charge at Grace Epiphany Episcopal Church, 224 E. Gowen Ave. in Mt. Airy.
New head of Mt. Airy church has come a long way
The Rev. Tanya Regli was just appointed Clergy in Charge at Grace Epiphany Episcopal Church. more
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Springfield Twp. news
Springfield Township held its annual  “No Stigma, No Shame” day to support public awareness of substance use disorder and mental health challenges. more
Elizabeth Stewart Bradley-Shea
Wyndmoor mourning a murder
The handwritten note on plain white paper attached with binder clips to the door of Lucky Dogz Doggie Day Care reads “Closed Until Further Notice.” more
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The majestic American sycamore tree, which stands above the pond in Pastorius Park, is a favorite heritage tree and is a frequent subject of seasonal photographs. It officially will be tagged as part of FoPP’s Level 1 arboretum dedication on Arbor Day.
A milestone Arbor Day at Pastorius Park
The Friends of Pastorius Park are marking Arbor Day on Friday by gathering at the big American Sycamore to celebrate the park’s new Level 1 arboretum status.  more
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Pastorius Park
Prestigious accreditation for Pastorius
Pastorius Park has been recognized as a Level 1 arboretum by the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program. more
State Rep. Tarik Kahn (center) recently presented a $6,500 check to the Night Kitchen Bakery at 7725 Germantown Ave. through the Small Business Advantage Grant Program. The funds will help the legendary community business replace a walk-in refrigerator.
Night Kitchen gets funding
Hiram Lodge, located at 8425 Germantown Ave., is listed for sale at $1.4 million.
Hiram Lodge is listed at $1.4 million
After two years of sitting as a burned-out hulk in the middle of one of the Chestnut Hill business corridor’s busiest blocks, Hiram Lodge has been listed for sale. more
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Chestnut Hill's annual Clover Market sale will turn the neighborhood around Germantown and West Highland avenues into an outdoor bazaar offering handmade items, homemade delicacies and lively music.
Clover Market returns April 14 with a focus on vintage
The award-winning Clover Market kicks off its 15th year in Chestnut Hill with a curated handmade and vintage popup market on Sunday, April 14. more
Grief Walk at The Farm
Grief coach Naila Francis will lead a walk through nature for anyone in mourning, noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at The Farm at Awbury Arboretum. more
Deep discounts at Chestnut Hill warehouse sale, April 5-6
The biannual warehouse sale on Germantown Avenue typically is offered in the spring and this year’s April 5-6 sale is no different. more
Mt. Airy sidewalks fully funded
The state Department of Community and Economic Development came through with a final $1.8 million that Mt. Airy needs to get started on its crossing project. more
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Spring donation drive at OMC
One person’s trash is another's treasure. Now is the time to collect your unwanted clothing and treasures to donate them. more
The 11th season of James Turrell's Skyspace programming at the Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting has begun and will run through December.
Greeting the Light at Hill ‘Skyspace’
Judging from the comments in the Skyspace guest book, reactions to the program are unanimous – the experience is indeed wondrous.  more
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The Germantown YWCA, located in the heart of Germantown's historic district, has sat vacant for decades and remains mired in conflict over who should have the right to develop it.
Judge hears plea to put Germantown Y in new hands
Common Pleas Court Judge Ann Butchart heard testimony supporting developer  Ken Weinstein’s effort to take control. more
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Springfield Twp. retirements, promotions celebrated
During the March Board of Commissioners meeting, a ceremony led by Police Chief Michael E. Pitkow honored old and new leaders. more
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Mt. Airy gala announced
The Mt. Airy CDC is excited to officially announce the Go Mt. Airy Gala and open ticket sales this month.  more
Peace Ike’s “Dinner & Discussion” series creates a “brave space” and welcoming environment for people to discuss divisive topics with empathy and compassion.
Hosting dinners that build bridges
“Dinner & Discussion” series creates a space where differing viewpoints are respected and honoring diversity is expected.  more
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A rendering presented by the development team, which shows Greylock (left), a proposed triplex (center) and duplex (far right). Another proposed duplex is out of view.
CHCA votes to support controversial development plan for Greylock
The Chestnut Hill Community Association board voted 10-5 in favor of supporting the variances required to redevelop the historic mansion. more
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Airbnb variance denied
The Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously voted Wednesday to deny a zoning variance for an Airbnb at 7918 Ardleigh St. more
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