Small Business
Neighborhood staple Martin's Deli serves up sandwiches and a little support
At Martin's Deli, staff maintains the community feel established by family owners who came before.
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Kensington news: Hat knitting workshop, community kickback and more
Hey there, neighbors. The leaves are falling, the cafes smell like pumpkin spice and the retail stores are selling Halloween
Small Business
From cheesesteak dumplings to Thai chili bowls, Lee’s Dumplings and Stuff puts a twist on tradition
At Lee’s Dumplings and Stuff, chef Gally Lee offers fresh, original dishes rooted in his immigrant upbringing and commitment to accessibility.
Immigration
Police often fail to keep body cameras on during Kensington stops, audit reveals
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
Most of Philly’s opioid settlement money to go to Riverview Wellness Village recovery housing facility
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration plans to allocate more to Riverview than to all other opioid settlement money initiatives combined.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Garden crawl, cooking workshop and more
Hey there, neighbors. It’s a new week with new events and new job opportunities. Check it out below. Also,
Small Business
‘Not bold enough’: Kensington muralist uses Vizion Art Gallery as home base for building community, reducing stigma
Vizion Gallery on Kensington Avenue offers artists a place to practice, vend and find community.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Harrowgate Run Club, utility clinic and more
Hey there, neighbors. We’ve got a few events to tell you about for next week, and you can always
Government & Policy
Richmond Library reopens after eight-month renovation: ‘The community feels whole again'
After an August 18 reopening, the library held a ribbon-cutting event to shed light on the building’s importance to the lives of the Port Richmond community.
Accountability
Some Kensington business workers say overnight curfew has been a financial hit, as council votes to expand
An ordinance that expands a business curfew currently in effect in a section of Kensington will be enforced in much of North Philadelphia and more of Kensington in 60 days.
Accountability
How Philadelphia’s new overnight curfew ordinance could change how people do business
A new overnight curfew ordinance could take effect on September 11. It would expand a similar curfew enacted in Kensington in March 2024.
Small Business
Lua Vietnamese opens on Kensington Ave., introducing old traditions in a brand new space
Lua Vietnamese Restaurant is a new addition to Kensington Avenue. Owner Jasmine Phan spent years delivering homemade meals before launching her first physical space.