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Former Kensington cop sexually assaulted 48 women and children — 44 unidentified — many while on duty, prosecutors say

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

September 22, 2023

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Kensington quality of life takes center stage in vote to ban “narcotics injection sites” in most of Philly

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese , and By Siani Colón

September 19, 2023

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Kensington CAPA high school hosts rally for International Day of Peace

2023’s theme focused on individual and collective responsibility to work toward peace.

, and By Khysir Carter

September 25, 2023

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Kensington CAPA high school hosts rally for International Day of Peace

, and By Khysir Carter

September 25, 2023

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Former Kensington cop sexually assaulted 48 women and children — 44 unidentified — many while on duty, prosecutors say

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

September 22, 2023

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Kensington quality of life takes center stage in vote to ban “narcotics injection sites” in most of Philly

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese , and By Siani Colón

September 19, 2023

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Norris Square sculpture garden fosters community connection and creativity through food and art

, and By Siani Colón

September 13, 2023

Norris Square sculpture garden fosters community connection and creativity through food and art

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Kensington quality of life takes center stage in vote to ban “narcotics injection sites” in most of Philly

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese , and By Siani Colón

September 19, 2023

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A false account of a controversial killing takes Philly police ‘a hundred steps back’ from the community

, and By Mensah M. Dean for The Trace

September 12, 2023

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Kensington CAPA high school hosts rally for International Day of Peace

, and By Khysir Carter

September 25, 2023

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Norris Square sculpture garden fosters community connection and creativity through food and art

, and By Siani Colón

September 13, 2023

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Harrowgate aerial arts studio offers free and low-cost programs to express, exercise and connect

, and By Bruce Claxton

September 5, 2023

Health, Safety, and Wellbeing

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Former Kensington cop sexually assaulted 48 women and children — 44 unidentified — many while on duty, prosecutors say

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

September 22, 2023

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Harrowgate aerial arts studio offers free and low-cost programs to express, exercise and connect

, and By Bruce Claxton

September 5, 2023

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PA Governor Josh Shapiro visits Kensington, announces new drug scheduling for xylazine

, and By Siani Colón

April 19, 2023

Our Programs and Special Projects

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Our Programs & Projects

Creative Writing Corner

, and By Kensington Voice Staff

September 25, 2023

Our Programs & Projects

Join us for Mural Art Mondayz with artist John C. Zerbe

, and By Kensington Voice Staff

September 25, 2023

Our Programs & Projects

Hey, City Hall! It's us, Kensington: Civic engagement in a ward with one of Philly's lowest voter turnouts.

, and By Kensington Voice Staff

June 9, 2023

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Miss Awilda's Media Learning Lab: Open to the public Monday through Friday from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM

, and By Kensington Voice Staff

June 9, 2023

Land, Property, and Public Space

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Norris Square sculpture garden fosters community connection and creativity through food and art

, and By Siani Colón

September 13, 2023

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Kensington residents are using Park Friends groups to advocate for their parks. Here’s how the groups work.

, and By Siani Colón

September 6, 2023

Sanitation, Trash, and Cleanliness

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Another Kensington business closes, leaving trash behind: ‘It’s very aggravating and frustrating and upsetting to see it be like this and that nobody cares’

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese , and By Daisie Cardona

January 26, 2023

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Fairhill residents use 'creative disruption' to fight back against trash

, and By Siani Colón

September 23, 2022

Voices

Youth United for Change member describes the community-wide impact of addressing trash in Kensington

, and By Matthew Taveras

January 5, 2022

Community Voices

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'Coming to the United States changed me': KCAPA highschooler reflects on growth and future

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

June 25, 2023

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Mastbaum High School student shares poem ‘Dream Mom’

, and By Cianie Soler

June 9, 2023

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‘If I can do it, they can too’: Kensington CAPA student leans on passions to stay positive during hard times

, and By Elian Fana Rosario

May 26, 2023

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‘Every day was a different and exciting adventure’: Nostalgic KCAPA student reflects on life experiences

, and By Sebastian Fana Rosario

May 26, 2023

Contests

'My vision for Kensington' art contest: Local artists show us their hopes for the neighborhood

, and By Kensington Voice Staff

May 23, 2023

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From Honduras to Hollywood: Kensington CAPA student chases acting dream

, and By Issis Moreno

May 5, 2023

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Kensington’s Joshua the Pretzel Boy

, and By Bob Horn

March 29, 2023

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Kensington CAPA teacher: 'Art can be a powerful tool for promoting change and building bridges'

, and By Regina Feighan-Drach

March 20, 2023

Guides and Resources

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Guides & Resources

Where to donate and get free school supplies in Kensington

, and By Siani Colón

August 2, 2023

Guides & Resources

Where to find urban farms and gardens in Kensington

, and By Daisie Cardona

July 3, 2023

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Kensington libraries give to their communities every day. Here’s how you can give back.

, and By Natalie Kerr

May 23, 2023

Guides & Resources

5 things you need to know about voting in the Philly primary election on May 16

, and By Zari Tarazona

May 10, 2023

Guides & Resources

Are you a Philly parent? Here’s some community resources to make your job a little easier.

, and By Ramses Montes

May 4, 2023

Guides & Resources

First time voting? Recently changed your name? Here’s how to register to vote in Philadelphia.

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

April 3, 2023