• Chestnut Hill Man Has Unique Wishes On What To Do With His Body Once He Passes Away

    Chestnut Hill Man Has Unique Wishes On What To Do With His Body Once He Passes Away

    Typically when a person passes away, their body gets embalmed, cremated, or placed into a coffin, but a Chestnut Hill doesn’t want any of those options. Paul Meshejian, 76, heard about human composting, and that decided that is the path he wants taken when he passes away, writes Aliya Schneider for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The…

  • House of the Week: Beautiful Mid-Century Home in Chestnut Hill

    House of the Week: Beautiful Mid-Century Home in Chestnut Hill

    A beautifully updated mid-century home tucked away on a quiet, private lane offering the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. The four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home sits on .77 acres of serene land that is both an escape from the neighborhood’s hustle and bustle, and close to all of Chestnut…

  • Chestnut Hill Blends Charm, Fine Dining, and Eclectic Shopping in Scenic Setting

    Chestnut Hill Blends Charm, Fine Dining, and Eclectic Shopping in Scenic Setting

    Chestnut Hill is one of the most scenic neighborhoods in Philadelphia, seamlessly blending charming architecture, fine dining, and eclectic shopping, writes Mary McCarthy for the Islands. Recently voted one of the Top 10 Great Neighborhoods by the American Planning Commission, Chestnut Hill’s mix of Federal, Tudor, Georgian, and other architectural styles was described as “one…

  • Temple Health Transforming Chestnut Hill Hospital Two Years After Acquisition

    Temple Health Transforming Chestnut Hill Hospital Two Years After Acquisition

    It has been two years since Temple University Health System took over Chestnut Hill Hospital and the efforts has left to a strong turnaround, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Temple Hospital CEO Abhi Rastogi noted that when it was acquired, the Northwest Philadelphia hospital was experiencing a failing infrastructure, low volumes, and…

  • House of the Week: Gorgeous Dutch Colonial in Chestnut Hill

    House of the Week: Gorgeous Dutch Colonial in Chestnut Hill

    A gorgeous Dutch colonial home on lovely 1.93 acres with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. This exquisite residence blends historic character with thoughtful updates, offering an elegant lifestyle within the Morris Arboretum. Meticulously restored, it showcases superb craftsmanship across three finished levels and expansive…

  • House of the Week: Exquisite Traditional with Stunning Views in Chestnut Hill

    House of the Week: Exquisite Traditional with Stunning Views in Chestnut Hill

    An exquisite traditional home on lovely 0.99 acres with six bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. This gorgeous residence offers breathtaking views and direct access to the first fairway of the historic 9-hole St. Martins golf course, part of the renowned Philadelphia Cricket Club. As a bonus,…

  • This Cozy Bookstore in Chestnut Hill is a Great Choice to Find Your Next Read

    This Cozy Bookstore in Chestnut Hill is a Great Choice to Find Your Next Read

    If you are looking for a cozy bookstore to browse for a perfect gift or for your next beach read, make sure to visit booked. in Chestnut Hill, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. The shop’s owner, Debra Gress Jansen, got into the bookstore business because of her combined love of books, stories, and the…

  • Popular Wissahickon Valley Park Cafe Closes Its Doors

    Popular Wissahickon Valley Park Cafe Closes Its Doors

    The Cedars House, a popular cafe in Wissahickon Valley Park, has officially closed its doors permanently, reports Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. Its last day in operation was this past Sunday, March 23, and the owner said it was due to the fact that they could no longer afford to stay open as substantial repairs are…

  • Bredenbeck’s Bakery is Bringing Taste of Louisiana to Philadelphia for Mardi Gras

    Bredenbeck’s Bakery is Bringing Taste of Louisiana to Philadelphia for Mardi Gras

    With Mardi Gras just around the corner, Bredenbeck’s Bakery in Chestnut Hill is here to help you celebrate, by offering a vibrant array of purple, green, and gold treats, reports Howard Monroe for CBS News Philadelphia. One of the main items on the menu over the next few days is its ever popular, King Cake.…

  • House of the Week: Magnificent Contemporary in Chestnut Hill

    House of the Week: Magnificent Contemporary in Chestnut Hill

    A magnificent contemporary home set on 0.93 lovely acres with four bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. This stunning residence offers unparalleled luxury, with custom-crafted interior finishes that can be tailored to suit your preferences. Automatic smart gates, a paver driveway, and the grand arched portico…

  • Large New Pedestrian Bridge Opens at Wissahickon Valley Park

    Large New Pedestrian Bridge Opens at Wissahickon Valley Park

    A new 200-foot-long pedestrian bridge has opened near Forbidden Drive at Wissahickon Valley Park, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new bridge marks the completion of a $3 million restoration project to restore the stream channel and protect it from erosion. With the bridge now open to the public, visitors will now have improved accessibility…

  • Philly Neighborhood Sees Steady Foot Traffic for Small Business Saturday

    Philly Neighborhood Sees Steady Foot Traffic for Small Business Saturday

    Small Business Saturday just passed, and the Chestnut Hill business community saw some solid foot traffic that day, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Hundreds of shoppers popped in and out of the stores that make Chestnut Hill and Germantown Avenue so vibrant. One of those shops is Multiverse, a book store that sells fantasy magical…

  • Chestnut Hill Boutique Helps Eagles Fans Gear Up for Game Day Excitement

    Chestnut Hill Boutique Helps Eagles Fans Gear Up for Game Day Excitement

    Serendipity Shops in Chestnut Hill is helping Eagles fans gear up for game day, by offering a wide variety of Birds gear for everyone, from kids to adults, reports Astrid Martinez for NBC10 Philadelphia. The store offers a winning combination of team spirit and trendsetting fashion. “We started about ten years ago,” said Nicole Beltz…

  • 50 Watts Books Takes Unusual Journey to Opening Brick-and-Mortar in Chestnut Hill

    50 Watts Books Takes Unusual Journey to Opening Brick-and-Mortar in Chestnut Hill

    Will Schofield spent over a decade writing about obscure literature on his popular literary blog, 50 Watts, writes Kiersten Tate for Billy Penn at WHYY. In the spring of 2021, he launched an online bookstore he named 50 Watts Books. He took another step earlier this year when he opened a brick-and-mortar location for 50…

  • Inside a Chestnut Hill Couple’s Garden with Familiar Plants, Creative Ornaments, and a Few Surprises

    Inside a Chestnut Hill Couple’s Garden with Familiar Plants, Creative Ornaments, and a Few Surprises

    Beth and Marshall Green have populated the quarter-acre garden at their Chestnut Hill home with many familiar plants, creative lawn ornaments, and several quirky surprises, writes Sally A. Downey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. When the couple bought the home in 2015, the yard was mostly covered in grass with bedraggled shrubs and poison ivy. Today,…

  • Springside Chestnut Hill Academy’s Student Business Venture Wins Teamwork Award at Global Competition

    Springside Chestnut Hill Academy’s Student Business Venture Wins Teamwork Award at Global Competition

    Three Springside Chestnut Hill Academy seniors won the teamwork award at TYE Globals, a global entrepreneurship competition, with their RENTR business venture, according to a staff report from SCH.org. RENTR is a marketplace where the DIY community can browse rentable tools. The platform is starting with Chestnut Hill’s ZIP Code 19118 and will be adding…

  • Chestnut Hill Could Be Getting a Conservation District

    Chestnut Hill Could Be Getting a Conservation District

    An effort is currently underway to create a neighborhood conservation district around East Mermaid Lane in Chestnut Hill that is likely to be passed by City Council in June, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The bill would result in a zoning overlay that would govern all new construction and remodeling in that part…

  • House of the Week: Gorgeous Stone Colonial in Chestnut Hill

    House of the Week: Gorgeous Stone Colonial in Chestnut Hill

    A gorgeous stone colonial home set on a lovely 0.68 acres with six bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. This lovely 1908 residence has been meticulously restored to offer a perfect blend of historical charm and contemporary luxury. It stands out immediately thanks to its wrought-iron gates…