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Narberth Soccer Player Jason Aoyama Takes on Army-Navy Cup Before Entering Service
Narberth native and former Union Academy member Jason Aoyama is set to play his final season with the Midshipmen in the annual Army-Navy Cup at Subaru Park, Chester. This will be his fourth time participating in this yearly soccer rivalry, which has been held since 2012. Subaru Park, only a 25-minute drive from…
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Homegrown Talent: Philly Music Fest Lineup Led by Narberth Couple
The mission of Philly Music Fest is to celebrate and promote the musical talents of Philly musicians. This passion for local music is what drives the Narberth couple who organizes the fest each year, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. This year the Philly Music Fest will run October 9 through the 15 at…
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State Officials Award a $17K Grant to Narberth Community Food Bank
In an effort to work toward a healthier Pennsylvania, the Shapiro Administration has awarded $1.6 million in state grants to food banks, pantries, and soup kitchens. Narberth Community Food Bank received a $17K grant from the state, writes Max Bennett for Patch. The funding is through The Emergency Food Assistance Program. “No one should go…
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Narberth Native Kylie Kelce Joins Husband, Eagles Center Jason Kelce, on Podcast
Narberth native Kylie Kelce recently joined her husband, Eagles center Jason Kelce, and brother-in-law Travis Kelce on their New Heights podcast, to discuss a variety of topics, including the upcoming Kelce documentary, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kylie, who attended Lower Merion High School, met Jason on the online dating app Tinder. The…
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Narberth-Bound Couple Part of Growing Trend of ‘Accidental Landlords’
A couple who bought their first home in Philadelphia six years ago are moving to Narberth, but they do not plan on selling their old home due to being locked into low mortgage interest rates, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pair were not planning on buyìng a new home so soon, but…
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The Newest Ice Cream Shop in Narberth Is Run by Local Teens
The newest ice cream shop in Narberth, which opened in the former Village Treats location, is owned and operated by a group of local high schoolers, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. Because it is run by students, Narberth Scoops, which officially opened its doors on June 3 at 236 Haverford Avenue, was only open…
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Did Astrud Gilberto, ‘The Girl From Ipanema’ Singer, Live in Narberth?
Astrud Gilberto, singer of the globally popular “The Girl From Ipanema,” passed away in Philadelphia recently at 83, but it is her home of the last several decades that remains a mystery, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Gilberto, who popularized Brazilian bossa nova worldwide with her 1963 hit, had a long history with…
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Narberth Resident Cashes Out Big Winnings Playing Poker at Philadelphia Casino
Pete Mitchell, a Narberth resident, is almost one million dollars richer after playing Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, writes Max Bennett for Patch. He first bought into the game with just $200. He won $936,966 after going all in on his final wager. His winning hand was a Royal Flush.…
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Narberth Songwriter Lizzy McAlpine Went from Seeing Her Song Go Viral on TikTok to Successful First Tour
For Narberth songwriter Lizzy McAlpine, it does not take much to walk away from an unfinished idea for a song, reported Stephen Kallao for WXPN. “If it doesn’t happen in like an hour, then it’s not meant to happen at all,” she said. The Lower Merion High School graduate applied this intuitive approach to her star-making…
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Mother Compost, Small Environmental Business in Narberth, Works to Help Mother Nature
A Wynnewood entrepreneur and mom of three is planning to expand her business while reducing her carbon footprint. Gwenn Nolan founded Mother Compost in 2018, after a career in investing. The Narberth-based business collects food waste around the region for a small monthly fee of $20 to $28. The waste then goes to Linvilla…
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Narberth Residents Bristle as EV Charging Stations Pop up on Neighborhood Streets
Narberth residents are pushing back on the borough’s installation of EV charging stations on neighborhood streets. Aziza Schuler reported their displeasure for CBS News Philadelphia. “We don’t want this sign that looks like Texaco out front,” said Joann Giangiulio, commenting on the unit that appeared outside her condo. It’s not only the aesthetic that bothers…
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Parish School Marks 100 Years of Education in ‘That Special Borough Called Narberth’
The Vigil Mass at St. Margaret of Antioch Church in Narberth this Sat., Apr., 22 will be more than just the liturgical celebration of Third Sunday of Easter. As Mary Brown reported for Mainline Media News, it’s also the 100th celebration of the founding of the parish school. In a stance more forward-looking than nostalgic,…
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Hit Hard By Pandemic, Historic Narberth Theater Turns to Community for Help to Survive
After nearly a century in operation, Narberth Theater has had to turn to the community for help in surviving the pandemic that all but decimated its business, writes Trang Do for CBS Philly. The historic theater opened its doors in 1927. It is currently owned by Greg Wax of Reel Cinemas, whose father acquired the…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Narberth French Colonial That Is a Chef’s Kiss of a Property
1420 Centennial Road, a Narberth French colonial, may be not even a quarter-century old, but its grandeur and amenities feel classic without crossing into stodgy or pretentious. The entryway is a stunner, with a two-story ceiling that soars 35 feet. = = The spacious gourmet kitchen boasts high-end stainless steel appliances, a commerical-grade oven and…
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Narberth Artist Uses Snow to Carve Out Magic
While some artists use wood, marble, or bronze to create sculptures, Emily Stewart, of Narberth, uses snow to carve out magical creatures, writes Ashley Johnson for 6abc. Stewart, who is a professional illustrator and sculptor, has created an entire winter wonderland in her back yard and her neighbors are happy to be able to enjoy…
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Merion Mercy Academy Junior Who Fled Ukraine Is Now State Tennis Champion
Sofiia Berestetska, a junior at Montgomery County’s Merion Mercy Academy, fled Ukraine following Russia’s invasion in late February. She and her mother eventually made their way to Philadelphia in June, where they forged a new life that now includes a significant on-court distinction. Aaron Carter served up their story in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Five months…
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Word Nerd Gifts Fill the Shelves of Recommended Montgomery County Indy Bookstores
Two Montgomery County indy bookstores have gotten a well-timed nod from The Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Nick Vadala and Michelle Myers. The recommendations come as area shoppers may be hunting for meaningful and unique gifts for the literary types on their lists. Frequenting these non-chain suppliers can also be an appreciated boost to a small business…
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Catholic-School Upbringing Acclimated Narberth EMS Responder to a Career in Uniforms
Narberth Ambulance EMS responder Rory O’Connell knows a thing or two about wearing uniforms. He’s been in one since his elementary-school days, according to a Communications Solutions Group–provided item in the Narberth-Bala Cynwyd Patch. O’Connell, originally from Delaware County, attended Catholic elementary and high school, giving him years of experience wearing standard attire. The habit…
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