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City budget including housing plan, Kensington Wellness Court expansion, set for final passage
Funding is allocated to expand the administration’s Kensington Wellness Court pilot from one to five days a week.
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Kensington news: “Surviving in Silence Out Loud” art exhibition, will workshop and more
Hi there, neighbors. The weather is starting to warm up as we are about two weeks away from the beginning
Arts & Culture
Kensington committee members suggest “removing” people who use drugs, SEPTA pauses social service contracts
The Special Committee on Kensington, made up of council members Quetcy Lozada, Mark Squilla, Mike Driscoll, Nina Ahmad, Curtis Jones
Weekly News
Kensington news: Pedal For Peace bike ride, Kensington Summer Kickoff and more
Hi there, neighbors. It’s a new week with clearer skies and more things in the neighborhood to do. Check
Accountability
Amid praise and pushback, Philly mayor signs bill restricting Kensington mobile services
The bill imposes strict permitting, time, and location limits on medical providers offering wound care and addiction treatment as well as any organization offering basic necessities like food, water, and clothes.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Super Mario party, “Mommy’s Khimar” and more
It’s Memorial Day, neighbors. Here’s a list of events in Philadelphia and beyond to attend today to honor
Accountability
Partidarios de Eddie Irizarry piden consecuencias más severas tras el veredicto sobre el policía de Filadelfia que lo mató.
El oficial del Departamento de Policía de Filadelfia, Mark Dial, quien disparó y mató a Eddie Irizarry, de 27 años,
Accountability
Eddie Irizarry supporters call for harsher consequences following verdict for Philly PD officer who killed him
Philadelphia Police Department officer Mark Dial, who shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop in Kensington in
Immigration
Creating Sanctuary: Kensington cooking and leadership program lowers stress, opens doors for teens
PB&J’s Wednesday Leadership program incentivizes teens to build communication skills while cooking together.
Community Life
Photos of Kensington: Peacemakers Win Cure Violence Basketball Championship
Cure Violence and Esperanza Health Center wrap up winter league with food, music, and a Peacemakers championship win.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Adult Claymobile, Goats at McPherson Library and more
Hi there, neighbors. We may have a few more rainy days this week, but that won’t stop the fun.
Arts & Culture
Photos of Kensington: CAICU mural dedication at Front & Susquehanna
Artists and neighbors unveil mural honoring Norris Square’s Caribbean roots.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “Cocktails & Capital” workshop, Dungeons & Dragons and more
Hi there, neighbors. The Lenfest Institute for Journalism has released a community poll about ideas for improving the city, and
Accountability
Pa. Senate bill to allow involuntary addiction treatment introduced at Philly mayor’s request
The bill would authorize police and crisis lines to initiate a 302 — an involuntary psychiatric hold of up to 120 hours for people considered a danger to themselves or others.
Accountability
Mobile units banned from most of 7th District after testimony from Kensington kids: “They shouldn’t be rotting in the streets”
Students from Gloria Casarez Elementary School in Kensington lined up to testify in support of the legislation, carrying handmade signs that read: “No needles,” “Don’t sell drugs,” “I just want to be a kid,” “We want to be able to play outside,” and “I want to feel safe.”
Accountability
As Kensington mobile service vote approaches, opponents warn ban adds barriers to lifesaving care
The bill, which would ban mobile services from most of the 7th District, is up for a final vote on Thursday.
Accountability
‘Kind of a heartbreaker’: Kensington gun violence prevention group takes funding hit following federal cuts
The national loss of funding for violence intervention programs will drastically impact local anti-violence initiatives and the communities they serve.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Cinco De Mayo party, Mother’s Day workshops and more
Happy Cinco De Mayo, neighbors. If you’re celebrating this historical holiday, which celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over
Clean Streets
Photos of Kensington: Spring cleanup at Trenton & Auburn Playground with Mayor Parker’s support
Community members lead a spring cleanup at Trenton and Auburn Playground, followed by a visit from Mayor Cherelle Parker in support of revitalization efforts.
Public Space
Photos of Kensington:Celebrating the Revitalization of Rivera Recreation Center & Mann Older Adult Center
Rivera Recreation Center and Mann Older Adult Center celebrated their renovation and reopening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the unveiling the community-created mural “El Ritmo del Centro".
Weekly News
Kensington news: reFlea vendor market, queer/women’s career day and more
Hey there, neighbors. Here’s a new list of events to help you ease from April into May this week.
Accountability
City Council advances bill banning mobile services providers from most of Kensington and 7th District
The amendments, approved in a 12-3 vote, would require mobile providers to obtain permits while also imposing strict location and time limits on their operations.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Teen job fair, city budget workshop and more
Happy early Earth Day, neighbors. Wanna get out and take care of the planet? Here’s a list of events
Kids in Kensington
Philly teens are building foundations for the future through this free Kensington carpentry program
The Building a Brighter Future through the Art of Construction program draws young people from across the city.