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CHCA matters: Membership, community and engagement
As we close out another year at the CHCA, we take a moment to reflect on our accomplishments and look ahead to the future. more
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Threatened cuts to SEPTA’s transit service to Northwest Philadelphia prompted concerned citizens to organize “Save the Train,” a coalition of organizations now fighting to save it.
Bridges, trains, water and parks: Infrastructure challenges of 2024
Northwest Philadelphia grappled with significant infrastructure challenges in 2024. more
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Years of controversy over the possible future of the Julia Hebard Marsden House on Germantown Avenue, now the Chestnut Hill Health Care Women’s Center, ended in May, when the building was added to the Philadelphia Historical Register.
A year of change for our built environment
Northwest Philadelphia neighborhoods navigated significant changes while setting new precedents for historic preservation. more
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2024: What we’ll remember from this passing year
Whether it was soaring taxes, scorching heat or a drought that dulled autumn's palette, 2024 tested the resilience of Northwest Philadelphians. more
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Sixers arena opponents chanted as City Council weighed whether to approve a preliminary bill that would allow a new arena to be built on Market Street.
Bass, Council back $1.3B Sixers arena plan
Eighth District Councilmember Cindy Bass joined 11 colleagues Thursday to vote in support of the $1.3 billion 76ers arena project. more
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ABC News reporter Morgan Norwood poses alongside Diana Anello and Jake Boyd, of Bredenbeck's, during Good Morning America's broadcast from Chestnut Hill for the second time in two years on Tuesday.
GMA returns to Chestnut Hill
It was "Good Morning America's" second live segment in just two years from Chestnut Hill. more
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Gravers Station, at the corner of Gravers Lane and Anderson Street, was designed by Frank Furness, Philadelphia's most important architect of the industrial age.
Developer Ken Weinstein chosen to renovate five regional rail stations
SEPTA is set to award long-term leases to local developer Ken Weinstein in a landmark deal. more
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For Sam Carmichael, co-owner of the newly opened Downtime Bakery in Mt. Airy, their mission is “all about community.”
Home baking business grows into Mt. Airy storefront
A line of eager customers packed into the newly opened Downtime Bakery in the heart of Mt. Airy on Dec. 5. more
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Stephen Kerzner at Woodmere with his favorite dog, Sophie the Pug, who was rescued at age 13 by one of Kerzner's co-workers.
Longtime Woodmere museum personality dies at 74
Stephen Kerzner, the longtime director of the store at Woodmere, died of stroke complications. more
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A red Santa mailbox continues a Mt. Airy tradition.
Holiday magic in a bright red box
Kelly Bright resurrects a happy neighborhood tradition. more
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Karise Allen-Crew
Hill biz district welcomes a new ‘storyteller’
For Karise Allen-Crew, walking down Germantown Avenue feels like "opening up a gift." more
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Small Business Saturday was a big hit in Chestnut Hill as a steady stream of crowds turned out to shop along Germantown Avenue.
A big Saturday for small local businesses
Small Business Saturday, promoted by the Chestnut Hill Business Association, has many independent retailers among its membership. more
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Nurses and techs with the union’s bargaining committee are planning an informational picket on Wednesday, Dec. 4.
Staffing, wage concerns prompt picket at Chestnut Hill Hospital
Citing ongoing concerns about staffing levels and stagnant wages, nurses and allied health professionals at Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital are planning an informational picket for Dec. 4. more
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Shapiro finds SEPTA funds
The move temporarily averts deep service cuts and fare hikes. more
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In 1968, 19-year-old Charles Buckley was killed fighting in Vietnam. Last week, two women tried to return his dog tags.
Veteran searches for mystery Samaritans
A chance encounter changed everything. more
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The Greylock estate
City ZBA approves Greylock
After months of delay, the Zoning Board of Adjustment voted unanimously to approve variances for the proposed development. more
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The proposed 75-unit apartment building across Germantown Avenue from the now-shuttered high school has received mixed reactions.
Historic town hall gets a modern neighbor
A 75-unit, 96,645-square-foot apartment project adjacent to Germantown’s historic Town Hall cleared a key hurdle. more
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With looming fare hikes and budget cuts at SEPTA, commuters who use the Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail line may lose service.
SEPTA fares to soar 29%
Despite months of lobbying, SEPTA is now proposing to increase fares by up to 29 percent and cut services by 20 percent. more
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Better Together: Your community needs you
Your local community association and your local newspaper are joining forces to ask for your financial support. more
Charlotte Trayes (above, front of boat) and Caitlin Keough finished their season with a gold medal at the Hidden River Chase Regatta.
'Chemistry is Everything': Teamwork powers rowing duo
For SCH athletes Caitlin Keough, a senior, and Charlotte Trayes, a junior, the greatest challenge isn't physical – it's mental. more
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