Philly’s school safety program to shield kids from violence was working. So where did it go?
A key violence prevention program disappeared from schools across Philly this fall, including in Kensington—just when students needed it most.
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Kensington news: Tree lighting ceremony, free holiday comedy special and more
Happy December, neighbors. The final month of the year is underway and the Christmas-themed festivities have begun. Coming up this
Kensington news: Thanksgiving community lunch & donation drive, Art with Zerbe and more
Happy early Thanksgiving, neighbors. Coming up this week, Taller Puertorriqueno is hosting a free community Thanksgiving lunch and donation drive,
Kensington news: Turkey giveaway, ‘Snakes Alive!’ and more
Hey there, neighbors. Coming up this week, Richmond Library is being visited by some scaly friends, we found another Thanksgiving
Thunderbird LLC embraces community through second-hand items and events
What began as a small salvage business in 2016 has grown into a community cornerstone. George Mathes’ Thunderbird LLC now unites Kensington through vintage treasures and local events.
Kensington news: Thanksgiving food drive, Dia De Gratitud celebration and more
Hey there, neighbors. All of the Halloween festivities are officially over, and folks are preparing to fill some tummies this
Kensington news: ‘Fright at the Light House,’ General Election Day and more
Hey there, neighbors. General Election Day is tomorrow. Here’s a guide from Spotlight PA for how to vote, where
Fab Youth Philly gives teens first-time job experiences otherwise in short supply
Fab Youth Philly’s Play Captains program empowers Kensington teens by paying them to lead educational play for younger children and helping them build job skills for the future, despite challenges like neighborhood safety.
Kensington news: Trunk-or-treats, El Bembe celebration and more
Hey there, neighbors. Halloween is this Friday, and community orgs are rolling out the last spooky-themed events for the season.
Kensington native uses Waxery to uplift her neighborhood one candle at a time
Crystal Ortiz, owner of candle-making shop Waxery, opened her business as a way to give back to her community and make a space for residents to have fun not too far from home.
Kensington news: Halloween mad science show, Kensington Kinetic Derby and more
Hey there, neighbors. This Saturday is going to be a big day for events in the neighborhood. Coming up this
Kensington news: Fall fest open mic night, Free Credit workshop and more
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day, neighbors. Like every year, there are events happening today to celebrate the holiday. Check out this
Kensington news: Harrowgate Fall Festival, “Secrets of the Blue Hand Girls” book launch and more
Hey there, neighbors. It’s the first whole week of October, and the spooky season is here. Coming up this