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The CHCA is proud to be part of Northwest Philadelphia’s Save the Train and Step Up for SEPTA coalition. more
Older adults  face one of the most serious threats to the programs and services they have relied on for 60  years, and that threat could undo decades of progress.  more
We have lived our entire adult lives in the Northwest section of the city and, most recently, in its suburbs. One of the constants has been the Chestnut Hill Local. more
In the 2024 election, the top issue for voters was affordability. People may be working as hard as ever, but their money is not going as far. more
SEPTA’s doomsday budget lays out a stark future for mass transit without the $200 million infusion proposed in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget. more
If we believe in good government, then we must also believe in reform. more
Our readers have experienced issues with mail delivery of the Local. We are happy to report we’ve made progress in addressing them. more
You can forgive Northwest Philadelphia residents if they feel they are getting a one-fingered salute from Washington. more
April is Earth Month, a time to reflect on how our daily choices impact the planet and take meaningful action toward sustainability. more
There have been several notable improvements to the Water Tower facilities, and these improvements are continuing. more
Health care is always changing, but there is one constant: physicians. more
Chestnut Hill has long been a safe haven in Philadelphia, and we've worked hard to keep it that way. But the fentanyl crisis is closing in. more
The start of 2025 has been rough. Rising prices, reckless tariffs and a stagnating economy have led to more families and local businesses struggling. more
In a move influenced by neighbors, family and friends in Northwest Philadelphia, I have decided to run for Philadelphia city controller. more
Len Lear, features editor for the Chestnut Hill Local, got his start in journalism by dialing a wrong number. more
If you value fiscal responsibility, personal freedom and liberty, you should care about Spotlight PA's reporting. more
Recently, I was honored to participate in a Day of Action to protect Philadelphia students and their constitutional right to a free and efficient education. more
The world can seem like a crazy place. But then we're reminded of what our two groups provide. more
There are so many things that make this neighborhood so special. One of the things I love the most is YOU. more
The state legislature must develop a long-term solution to avoid devastating cuts to a network that supports 32 percent of Pennsylvania’s population. more
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