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Hi, Lower Merion<\/a>! \ud83d\udc4b<\/p>\n

A couple recently renovated their Wynnewood home with a goal of showcasing its rare turret. We take a look inside<\/a>. Also this week, the new Superman has Lower Merion ties<\/a>. Plus, last night, Lower Merion\u2019s Board of Commissioners approved the use of red-light enforcement cameras. <\/p>\n

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After purchasing a Tudor in Wynnewood two years ago, a couple set about making major updates, including to the house\u2019s \u201ccompartmentalized\u201d layout and dark interior. <\/p>\n

A key part of their renovation was better showcasing the home\u2019s turret, a common feature in Tudors, but not in this area. \u201cWhy have the turret if you can\u2019t appreciate the geometry from the interior?\u201d the project\u2019s architect said. <\/p>\n

The couple also removed a bearing wall to open up the kitchen and added a fourth bedroom. <\/p>\n

Take a peek inside their updated home<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 Community News<\/p>\n

Last night, Lower Merion\u2019s Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance allowing for the use of automated red-light enforcement cameras<\/a> at some of the township\u2019s busiest intersections. Check back here<\/a> for more details later today.<\/p>\n

SEPTA riders could begin to see notices for service reductions or cuts at area bus stops over the coming weeks<\/a>. Regional Rail riders would then see printed schedules for reduced service in August as the transportation authority prepares for potential changes amid a funding crisis. As of now, both the Cynwyd and Paoli\/Thorndale lines are slated for reduced<\/a> service in August before being eliminated entirely come January if SEPTA doesn\u2019t get additional funding. <\/p>\n

The new Superman movie debuted last week and its main character will be a familiar face to some. Actor David Corenswet, who plays Clark Kent in the reboot, grew up in Philadelphia and later Merion Park. The film\u2019s writer-director called him \u201cthe biggest movie star in the world<\/a> and people don\u2019t know it yet.\u201d While Corenswet first saw the film during the premiere in L.A., he recently caught it again incognito<\/a> at an area theater alongside some friends, he revealed during an appearance on \u201cThe Tonight Show.\u201d The 32-year-old is also a self-proclaimed Eagles fan and says he prefers Wawa to Sheetz<\/a> (but what else did you expect?). <\/p>\n

Heads up for drivers: There will be no street parking allowed along several roads getting repaved in Narberth<\/a> between July 17-25. Paving is planned along Haverford Avenue between Narberth and Iona Avenues; on Grayling, Hampden and Windsor Avenues; as well as on Meeting House Lane. <\/p>\n

Narberth has rolled out a new application process for replacement recycling bin requests<\/a>. Residents must submit an application online or in person. <\/p>\n

Bryn Mawr native Ajay White recently participated in the Flyers\u2019 development camp. The Inquirer\u2019s Jackie Spiegel recently caught up with the 19-year-old to chat about his burgeoning hockey career<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Harriton House, Lower Merion Conservancy, and Merion Friends Meeting, have teamed up to form the Lower Merion 250th Consortium<\/a>, with plans to host free public events starting this fall. Those will include lectures, walking tours, and a 250th celebration party in anticipation of the nation\u2019s milestone birthday next year. <\/p>\n

Edward Jimenez, the new CEO of Main Line Health, which includes Bryn Mawr Hospital and Lankenau Medical Center, recently sat down with The Inquirer\u2019s Harold Brubaker<\/a> to share his vision for the health system. Jimenez takes over at a turning point for Main Line Health, which is looking to return to strong profitability after the pandemic years.<\/p>\n

Lower Merion Township is hosting a ribbon cutting today at 4:30 p.m.<\/a> to unveil a new inclusive playground in Gladwyne. The playground will have swings, wide slides, sensory and climbing elements, as well as communication boards. (Patch<\/a>)<\/p>\n

LMPD is hosting a \u201cHolidays in July\u201d toy drive<\/a> through July 31. Residents can drop off toys at the police department or the township administration building. <\/p>\n

Wednesday is the last day to register for the 2025 Lower Merion Township\u00a0Cardboard Boat Regatta<\/a>. The event will take place on July 27 at Belmont Hills Pool. <\/p>\n

Belmont Hills Library is hosting its summer book swap<\/a> on July 26. Now through July 19, you can drop off good condition books of any genre for readers 12 and older. On the day of the swap, you can take as many books as you donated. <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfeb Schools Briefing<\/p>\n

Lower Merion High School\u2019s Sarah Chenoweth received the Gold Congressional Award,<\/a> a national award for young achievers, for her personal growth and dedication to service. Recipients must complete at least 400 hours of volunteer work, 250 hours of personal development, and 320 hours of physical fitness over a two-year period, in addition to completing a 10-day expedition.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f On our Plate<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb3 Things to Do<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb2 Family Game Night<\/a>: Play some of the library\u2019s board games with others or bring your own and share. \u23f0 Thursday, July 17, 6-8 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 Free \ud83d\udccd Ludington Library<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf55 Third Thursday Food Truck Nights<\/a>: The July iteration features Red Stone Pizza and a musical performance from Over the Garage. Food preorders can be placed here<\/a>. \u23f0 Thursday, July 17, 5-7 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 Pay as you go \ud83d\udccd Normandy Park<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Bryn Mawr Twilight Concert<\/a>: Singers Lucy Kaplansky and Liz Longley perform at this week\u2019s event. \u23f0 Friday, July 18, 7 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $24.84 \ud83d\udccd Bryn Mawr Gazebo <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb5 The Music of Taylor Swift and More<\/a>: Calling Swifties of all ages! Listen and dance to the iconic pop star\u2019s music at this kid-friendly summer bash. \u23f0 Saturday, July 19, 11:45 a.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $20.44 \ud83d\udccd Ardmore Music Hall<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcfd\ufe0f Psycho<\/a>: Catch a screening of the 1960 Alfred Hitchcock horror film. \u23f0 Tuesday, July 22, 7:15 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $13.75 for students and seniors, $16.25 for adults \ud83d\udccd Bryn Mawr Film Institute <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb6 Music in the Park<\/a>: Havertown native Julie Gold, who composed \u201cFrom a Distance,\u201d a song that won Bette Midler a Grammy Award, headlines next week\u2019s concert. \u23f0 Wednesday, July 23, 7 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 Free \ud83d\udccd Narberth Park Gazebo<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd8b Gardening for Moths<\/a>: Next week is National Moth Week and in honor of the insect, Stoneleigh staff will teach residents about what native plants support the species. \u23f0 Thursday, July 24, 10 a.m. \ud83d\udcb5 $10 for members, $15 for non-members \ud83d\udccd Stoneleigh <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfe1 On the Market<\/p>\n

A classic Colonial designed for entertaining<\/a> <\/p>\n

This sprawling stone Colonial was built in 2004 by Pohlig Builders and is located in the Fenimore community in Gladwyne. The home\u2019s first floor features a living room, formal dining room, family room with a wood-burning fireplace, library, butler\u2019s pantry, and a kitchen outfitted with high-end appliances. A breakfast room leads to a stone terrace with a built-in grill. The second floor has six bedrooms, including a vaulted-ceiling primary suite with dual walk-in closets and a dressing area. The third floor has an office and walk-in closet, while the finished basement has a gym, billiards room, and wine cellar, plus access to another stone terrace with a pergola and fireplace. <\/p>\n

Price: $2.999M | Size: 8,286 SF | Acreage: 0.66<\/p>\n

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