Housing & Shelter
A mother told us about her agonizing journey with Pa.'s mental health care system. What happened next?
The ongoing story of one mother's agonizing journey with Pa.'s mental health care system
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Weekly News
Kensington news: Richmond Library reopens, El Juangueo farmers market and more
Hey there, neighbors. Though the weather has been unpredictable these past few weeks, we're looking at consistently cooler
Accountability
Philly board of health approves city-wide permitting rules for mobile services
The Philadelphia Board of Health unanimously approved a regulation relating to Councilmember Quetcy Lozada’s mobile services ban in Kensington. The health department will now oversee a permitting process for all mobile medical providers in the city.
Community Life
Fringe Festival performance ‘Ashes and Iron’ captures Kensington’s heartbreak and resilience
Daisie Cardon'a performance 'Ashes and Iron' is part of the 2025 Philadelphia Fringe Festival and portrays both the struggle and resilience of Kensington.
Small Business
In Kensington, Botanica San Expedito offers candles, counsel and compassion
Longtime Kensington resident Ligia Rodriguez runs San Expedito Botánica — a neighborhood shop offering spiritual healing, warm meals and community care.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “Philly Got Barz” Hip-Hop event, Feria Del Barrio festival and more
Happy Labor Day, neighbors. It’s a lighter week on events for us, but there’s always something happening in
Arts & Culture
Overdose awareness march in Kensington pays homage to lost loved ones
Organizers and community members marched from Huntingdon Station to Prevention Point Thursday in memory of those who have died from overdose. The annual event is part of International Overdose Awareness Day.
Accountability
What the mayor's new affordable housing plan could mean for Kensington
Mayor Cherelle Parker’s sweeping $2 billion housing plan—the Housing Opportunities Made Easy (H.O.M.E.) initiative aims to preserve and create 30,000 housing units over four years in response to the city’s housing crisis.
Small Business
Kensington native blends business models to bring fresh food to neighbors at Ava's Farm
Born and raised in Kensington, Austin Wright launched Ava’s Farm — a local produce market and nonprofit that offers free meals and youth programs to residents.
Newsroom Announcements
Kensington Voice launches new small business storytelling project in collaboration with NKCDC
Kensington Voice, in partnership with NKCDC and funded by LISC Philly, is launching a small business storytelling project to celebrate local entrepreneurs.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Diabetic Prevention Program info session, Block-to-School party and more
Hi there, neighbors. The school year has officially begun for some schools in the city. We’ve got another list
Neighborhood Voices
Condiciones sistémicas que dificultan el acceso a la licencia de marternidad en la ciudad
La licencia de maternidad debe estar entre las prioridades de las políticas públicas. Si bien la ley actual es insuficiente, su factibilidad es menor para mujeres de comunidades vulnerabilizadas.