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Kensington news: Career fairs, Easter giveaways and more
Happy spring, neighbors. Easter and other spring holidays are on the horizon, and we’ve gathered a long list of
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Accountability
Port Richmond streetlight outages draw more than 75 complaints, residents frustrated by 'no results'
Around 2 a.m. on March 13, Frank Trout’s son was walking home from his boxing club when a car struck him near Richmond Street and Indiana Avenue. The driver fled the scene, so Trout turned to security footage for answers. But the street was pitch dark.
Accountability
City Council presses for data on Kensington Wellness Court, city leaves key questions unanswered
As Philadelphia City Council considered Mayor Cherelle Parker’s $3.7 million request to expand the new Kensington Wellness Court
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Kensington news: Spring Festival, driveway repair program and more
Hello, neighbors. Flowers are blooming, the air is warming and spring is in full swing. Check out some of the
Clean Streets
Here's how East Kensington's Arcadia Commons came together to protect vacant lots that were being stewarded by the community
An abandoned lot in East Kensington sparked a community-led movement to reclaim green space.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “Edible Alphabet” English cooking class, Spring hiring event and more.
Hello, neighbors. The Office of Clean and Green Initiatives will sponsor a citywide community cleanup day this Saturday from 9
Public Space
‘Basketball is the medium’: Kensington nonprofits launch free league to prevent violence among young men
The basketball league teaches men about teamwork while also helping them improve their game, coaches and players say.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “A Night of Songs and Stories,” Know Your Rights training and more
Hello, neighbors. Harrowgate is getting some love from City Cast Philly — the local podcast recently released a neighborhood guide for
Accountability
Parker administration ends community-led opioid settlement grants, leaving Kensington programs in limbo
The Overdose Prevention and Community Healing Fund, or Prevention Fund, used a community-led grantmaking process to distribute $3.1 million to 43 organizations in 2024.
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Kensington news: “Coffee & Capital,” B.O.S.S. workshop and more
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, neighbors. Still have the energy to celebrate after last weekend? Here's a list
Accountability
Mayor Parker spotlights Kensington, proposes major police spending, Riverview recovery house expansion in budget address
Parker’s spending plan includes $216 million over five years on the “wellness ecosystem,” mostly for the Riverview Wellness Village, a 336-bed recovery housing facility for people who have completed between 30 and 90 days of substance use treatment.
Kids in Kensington
Preserving Puerto Rican culture: Los Bomberos de la Calle bomba and plena group finds a new home in Kensington
Los Bomberos de la Calle’s new center in North Philly serves as a cultural hub, where bomba and plena rhythms unite the community and teach the next generation.
Community Life
Photos of Kensington: Local Latin band opens Bomba Plena Cultural Center in Kensington
In early January, the Latin-American band Los Bomberos De La Calle, hosted a grand opening celebration for their new location,
Weekly News
Kensington news: Senior fair, Ramadan community giveback and more
Hello, neighbors. It will be a warmer week ahead, so here’s a list of events to help you enjoy
Accountability
Kensington committee scrutinizes cost, impact of Philly’s diversion programs at City Council hearing
The committee wanted to know three things: how the city-funded programs are spending their money, how effective those programs have been, and whether they need to change.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Bible Nook at Change Church, art with Ms. Amy and more
Happy Women’s History Month, neighbors. Here’s some of what’s happening in Kensington for the first week of
Accountability
Parker administration launches Kensington data dashboard with focus on crime, public safety
The new dashboard provides data on violent crime, property crime, police response times, overdose incidents, and emergency services efforts. It also monitors health, quality of life, and economic opportunity metrics.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Latinos in tech meetup, Black History Month and more
Hi, neighbors. New week, new events. Check it out below. Recent News Empathy, common concerns break through tensions over Kensington
Accountability
Empathy, common concerns break through tensions over Kensington mobile services ban bill
While there was some tension, there were also moments of empathy, vulnerability, and shared struggle. The conversation was not black and white, with many landing somewhere in the middle.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Hub4Health resource fair, PGW conservation workshop, and more
Happy Presidents’ Day, neighbors. It’s going to be another cold winter week. Luckily, all of the listed events for
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Kensington news: Valentine’s Day events, “Animal Adaptations” and more
Hi, neighbors. If you woke up to reports of chaos and commotion this morning, the Eagles have won the 59th
Public Space
Eagles pride in Kensington: McPherson Square Library hosts party ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
Kensington residents gather at McPherson Library for an early celebration to cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX.
Schools & Education
Estudiantes y padres expresan ansiedad por posibles redadas de ICE en Kensington
La eliminación de protecciones para las escuelas frente a las autoridades migratorias por parte de la administración de Trump ha generado temores entre educadores en toda la ciudad.
Community Life
Students, parents express anxiety over potential ICE arrests in Kensington
Although no ICE arrests have occurred at Kensington schools, the Trump administration’s decision to revoke school protections from immigration enforcement has stoked fears among students and parents.