Fixing Your Block
How do I report illegal dumping in Philadelphia?
Call 911 if you see it happening. Call 311 if you find it after the fact.
Kensington Voice
Fixing Your Block
Fixing Your Block
How do I report an abandoned vehicle in Philadelphia?
Abandoned vehicles are one of the most common 311 complaints in the 19134 ZIP code.
Newsroom Announcements
A last-minute gift that funds local news for Kensington
You get a tax break. They get a keepsake. Kensington gets reporters.
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.
Newsroom Announcements
Editor’s Note: These legislators were re-elected last week. Here’s what they had to say to Kensington.
At Kensington Voice, we hold ourselves to the highest editorial standards to ensure our reporting is accurate, balanced, fair and
Newsroom Announcements
Emily Rizzo is joining the Kensington Voice staff as an accountability reporter
We are thrilled to announce that Emily Rizzo is joining the Kensington Voice staff as a full-time accountability reporter
Newsroom Announcements
Kensington Voice celebrates $100k grant award from The Lenfest Institute’s Philadelphia Local News Sustainability Initiative
Kensington Voice is proud to announce its selection as a grant recipient in the inaugural Philadelphia Local News Sustainability Initiative, spearheaded by The Lenfest Institute for Journalism.
Newsroom Announcements
Sammy Caiola is joining the Kensington Voice staff as a part-time special projects reporter
We are thrilled to announce that Sammy Caiola is joining the Kensington Voice staff as a part-time special projects
Schools & Education
Norris Square organization increases community access to free internet
Access to internet services is essential for people who live, work, and play in Philadelphia. However, the city’s digital
Arts & Culture
'Coming to the United States changed me': KCAPA highschooler reflects on growth and future
Editor’s note: This essay was submitted by a student at Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School through a
Arts & Culture
Mastbaum High School student writes short story: ‘How the Rich Stay Rich’
Editor’s note: This story was submitted by a student at Jules E. Mastbaum High School through a community partnership
First time voting? Recently changed your name? Here’s how to register to vote in Philadelphia.
Editor’s Note: The reporter listed above trained ChatGPT, an AI chatbot, to collaboratively write this story, which was edited
Concurso de arte comunitario para todas las edades: $1500 en premios para 'Mi visión de Kensington'
Estamos muy emocionados por lanzar nuestro segundo concurso de arte, con el tema: “Mi visión de Kensington”. Vimos este concurso
All-ages community art contest: $1,500 in prizes for ‘My vision for Kensington’
We are so excited to launch our second art contest, with the theme: “My vision for Kensington.” We saw this
Kensington’s Walgreens is closing, reducing the neighborhood’s access to medication and groceries
At about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, two police officers wheeled their bikes into the Walgreens at Kensington and Allegheny
Otro negocio de Kensington cierra dejando basura atrás: 'Es muy irritante, frustrante e inquietante ver que es así y que a nadie le importa'
Esta historia es parte de nuestra serie Hey, City Hall! Somos nosotros, Kensington. ¿Tiene alguna pregunta para el gobierno de
Clean Streets
Another Kensington business closes, leaving trash behind: ‘It’s very aggravating and frustrating and upsetting to see it be like this and that nobody cares’
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
La Biblioteca Lillian Marrero permaneció cerrada por el decimonoveno día debido a piezas robadas a su sistema de aire acondicionado, pero el centro
Cuando entró en vigencia la primera emergencia de salud por calor de la ciudad en 2022, la Biblioteca Lillian Marrero
Free Library’s Lillian Marrero remains closed for 19th day due to stolen HVAC parts, but cooling center is open
As the City’s first 2022 heat health emergency went into effect, the Free Library’s Lillian Marrero branch remained
Competencia de arte comunitario y gratuito para todas las edades: $ 2,500 en premios en efectivo
Lea los detalles de la competencia de arte a continuación. Temas de la competencia de arte Los participantes deben elegir
'Esto realmente podría sentar un precedente para el resto del país.'
Chelsea Chamroeun Miembro de la Red de Prevención de Sobredosis de Filadelfia ¿Por qué está usted hoy en la marcha?
'No veo esto como un problema legal. Lo veo como una cuestión humanitaria.'
Elise Schiller Autora, defensora de Safehouse ¿Por qué está usted hoy en la marcha? Estoy aquí por mi hija, Giana
'Brindele tratamiento, no encarcelamiento.'
Benjamin Moore Miembro de la comunidad de Kensington, voluntario de Prevention Point Philadelphia ¿Por qué está usted hoy en la
‘Both candidates have two completely different views on things that, to me, are important.’
Rosa Rodriguez Age: 33 Neighborhood: Kensington Volunteer: Full-time mother Why are you voting? This is a very important election