Carolyn Fillmore, Author at The NW Local Paper

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Wedded in a Winter Wonderland

January 30, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 0

Old Academy provides an historic backdrop for this local couple’s ceremony and reception — Mother Nature adds extra sparkle! [more…]

Just a Taste

January 23, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 0

Wissahickon Brewing Company’s Tasting room on Schoolhouse lane’s not officially open yet, but you can wet your whistle here with our peek from the last few Open Houses. [more…]

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Meeting with NewCourtland Has Tails Wagging

January 18, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 0

You don’t have to be a dog owner to appreciate this month’s East Falls Forward agenda — but it helps! NewCourtland leads the pack with news of an off-leash play area in their site plans. [more…]

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What’s that soft rosy glow in McMichael Park? Why it’s the Love Lights tree, shining for loved ones, near and far. Friends of McMichael’s Alexis Franklin sheds more light on this 18-year-old East Falls tradition. [more…]

The Taxman Cometh

January 6, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 0

With rising property values comes rising taxes. Fortunately, Philadelphia’s Dept of Revenue offers many programs that help Fallsers pay their real estate taxes and water bills. Here’s our handy guide with links and pdf’s. [more…]

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What Goes Up, What Comes Down

January 6, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 2

As East Falls loses the abandoned Japanese Restaurant building on Kelly Drive, nearby RAH watches luxury condos go up by Laurel Hill. Two big projects underway add to the hundreds of new luxury units coming [more…]

Moving On Up in East Falls

January 5, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 1

Upper East Falls? Lower? What does that even mean? A look at our history provides a peek at our future. [more…]

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Crosstown Traffic

January 4, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 6

While PennDOT repairs & resurfaces Lincoln Drive in 2017, Community Council’s Traffic Committee holds out for radical safety upgrades on Henry Avenue. [more…]

Who’s Who in Local Politics

January 4, 2017 Carolyn Fillmore 0

It’s about to get personal, East Falls. You’ll love or hate our thoroughly biased run-down of local players including EFDC, EFCC and newcomer EFF. [more…]