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Come out for Narberth's Memorial Day Celebration

This Monday is Memorial Day and Narberth will celebrate as usual with a parade beginning at 9:30AM at the intersection of Windsor and Conway Ave.  The main viewing area will be through the business district on Haverford Ave. 

Immediately following will be a memorial service at 11am up at the Memorial Site on the corner of N. Wynnewood and Windsor Ave (the NW corner of the park).

Come out and show your support!

Surge Ghosh passes Primary test for Borough Council

Surge Ghosh passed the primary election and will appear on November's ballot. Councilman Andy Haakenson fell behind by 17 votes.  You can read more here.

Narberth Flower & Vegetable Exchange

This coming Saturday, May 23, Narberth Greens Flower & Vegetable Exchange kicks off its second season at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Narberth Library on Windsor Avenue. Since it's early in the season, this first Exchange will also be a PLANT SWAP. You are welcome to dig up and bring your “extra” perennials, seedlings you have started, and seeds.  All are welcome, from would-be gardeners to the very experienced. We all learn from each other, and as we get into the growing season, we share the fruits (and veggies and flowers) of our labor! Come to the “X” and become part of this growing local food movement.

If you have questions, please call Georgette Dubois at (484) 994-3619, or email g@yogagardennarberth.com.

Narberth Candidate Makes It Past School Board Primaries

Melissa Gilbert, of Hansen Ct, Narberth, PA will appear on the fall ballot for Lower Merion School Board. Because of the cross-listing of candidates and the vote tally, Melissa is assured a spot on the board. Currently, there are no residents of Narberth on the board in Lower Merion School District. 

You can read more about Melissa's platform here and at her candidate website here.

Narberth N.I.C.E.

The Main Line Times has continued its coverage regarding Amtrak's destruction of gardens along the train's right-of-way.  Narberth citizens should pay close attention to this situation. 

Our N.I.C.E. gardens represent a tremendous input of volunteer hours and beautify both sides of the tracks for all to enjoy.  As indicated in the Narberth Open Space Master Plan, this area is kept as-is only by gentleman's agreement.  There is no formal protection.  On a whim, Amtrak could decide to spray herbicide and kill the entire park.  Amtrak can cut down every tree along the berm.  Or, as is currently happening in Merion, decide to concrete everything over.

Not only would these actions impact the aesthetic of our town, they would also contribute to worsening stormwater runoff and erosion.

What is the best course of action? 

 - Should we, as a community, support our Merion neighbors and draw attention to ourselves?
 - Should we ask Borough Council to approach Amtrak and see if a formal agreement can be reached?
 - Should we do nothing?

Your thoughts and comments are welcome.

Primary Elections Are Right Around The Corner

As Narberth has become a primarily democratic-party town over the years, the primary elections become particularly important.  Mayor Grady along with Borough Council incumbents Heidi Boise, Andy Haakenson, Matt Pettigrew, and Bob Wegbreit are running for re-election.  They've been going door-to-door and you can see their platform/website here.

The only other candidate I'm aware of is Surge Ghosh.  You can find more information about Surge here.  Also, you can sign up for his mailing list by emailing votesurge@gmail.com.

Narberth is a special town with unique character.  The health of our business district, keeping our budget under control, and effectively managing our police force rank as the most important issues to our town's long-term viability.  Do your research and then vote.

Comments welcome.  Let's get some community discussion going here!