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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
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Khysir Carter is a multimedia journalist, writer, and editor from Kensington who covers community stories, builds local partnerships, and engages youth in finding their creative voice through writing and multimedia.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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Kensington news: Eagles Super Bowl party, Year of the Snake art exhibit and more
Happy Black History Month, neighbors. Here’s our roundup of this week's events. Recent News Puerto Ricans in
Arts & Culture
NKCDC opens new community engagement center on Kensington Avenue
The Kensington Engagement Center is a hub for community connection and better resource access as part of the organization’s “Co-Creating Kensington” process.
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Kensington news: Local library activities, “Purple Party” and more
Hi, neighbors. Here’s your look at the new events and resources for the week. Check it out below. Recent
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Kensington news: Martin Luther King Jr Day cleanup and tree care event, musical storytime with Ms. AJ, and more
Happy MLK Day, neighbors. Whether you’re out cleaning, helping out your neighborhood or enjoying the day off, we hope
Government & Policy
Port Richmond fire company Engine 6 returns after 16 years
Mayor Parker, Fire Commissioner Thompson, other city officials, and community members gather to celebrate the engine company’s return.
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Kensington news: “Bike repairs with Ed,” Kensington Engagement Center grand opening, and more
Hi, neighbors. To start a warmer week than last, here’s your round-up of upcoming events and recent news. Check