All stories from Kensington Voice.
Accountability
Kensington Voice collected and verified data on 87 people who were arrested during the first months of the program and tracked their journeys through the court. Most ended up with Wellness Court bench warrants after the city lost contact with them.
Arts & Culture
Community storytelling and cultural preservation matter. Organizations like Taller Puertorriqueño are doing that work through arts, early childhood programs, oral histories, and cultural events.
Kids in Kensington
Klean Kensington is one of eight organizations citywide selected for the Department of Planning and Development’s “Philadelphia 2050: Planning Together” initiative.
Weekly News
Hey there, neighbors. This Saturday is going to be a big day for events in the neighborhood. Coming up this
Neighborhood Voices
. Cutting both direct assistance and evidence-based education is like declaring war on the people of Kensington. Food security means more than just access to food.
Small Business
The Medicine Shoppe on Kensington Avenue remains one of the few remaining places in the community to offer quality hospice partnership and medical care.
Public Space
Neighbors filled the sidelines at Trenton and Auburn Playground for a summer league game between the Jewtown Ballers and the Peacemakers.
Weekly News
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day, neighbors. Like every year, there are events happening today to celebrate the holiday. Check out this
Neighborhood Voices
September was National Recovery Month. Luis Soto shares his journey to sobriety and how working with others has helped him heal.
Arts & Culture
The Harrowgate area will see increased funding as part of the City of Philadelphia's celebration of America's 250th birthday.
Arts & Culture
Neighbors came together at Taller for a night of music, food, and connection. Celebrating the cultural ties between Norris Square and Puerto Rico.
Weekly News
Hey there, neighbors. It’s the first whole week of October, and the spooky season is here. Coming up this
Arts & Culture
Sunday’s performance concludes BoriCorridor’s 2025 tour, which aims to connect the Puerto Rican diaspora everywhere through the arts.
Arts & Culture
La función del domingo concluye la gira 2025 de BoriCorridor, cuyo objetivo es conectar a la diáspora puertorriqueña de todo el mundo a través de las artes.
Community Life
Neighbors filled North Philadelphia with music, dance, and pride during the Puerto Rican Day Parade on Sept. 28, 2025.
Housing & Shelter
As of September 1st, people receiving SNAP benefits are required to work, volunteer, or be in an employment training program a minimum of 20 hours a week in order to continue receiving assistance. If they don’t comply and aren’t exempt, their benefits will terminate December 1st.
Small Business
At Martin's Deli, staff maintains the community feel established by family owners who came before.
Weekly News
Hey there, neighbors. The leaves are falling, the cafes smell like pumpkin spice and the retail stores are selling Halloween
Small Business
At Lee’s Dumplings and Stuff, chef Gally Lee offers fresh, original dishes rooted in his immigrant upbringing and commitment to accessibility.
Immigration
A new audit from the Citizens Police Oversight Commission finds Philadelphia police officers aren’t always keeping their body worn cameras on during vehicle stops. The commission calls the finding a “major concern”.
Accountability
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration plans to allocate more to Riverview than to all other opioid settlement money initiatives combined.
Weekly News
Hey there, neighbors. It’s a new week with new events and new job opportunities. Check it out below. Also,
Small Business
Vizion Gallery on Kensington Avenue offers artists a place to practice, vend and find community.
Weekly News
Hey there, neighbors. We’ve got a few events to tell you about for next week, and you can always
