Community Life
Womxn's Night offers Kensington women a place to eat, rest and feel safe
Every Wednesday, more than 60 women come through for dinner, showers, disease prevention supplies and a few hours of community.
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Community Life
Community Life
A year after John Czerw’s death, Czerw’s Kielbasa in Port Richmond carries on
After third-generation co-owner John Czerw died in June 2025, his family and longtime customers are still finding ways to hold on at the Port Richmond smokehouse he ran for nearly 50 years.
Community Life
Chad Dravk skated through Kensington in the 1980s. Now he's building the scene he never had.
At Zembo Temple of Skate and Design on Frankford Avenue, Dravk is building a Philadelphia skate scene that welcomes everyone.
Community Life
Photography Without Borders nears $30,000 goal for student Puerto Rico trip
Frenchy Williams, who joined the organization as a student years ago, is now leading “Seguimos Aquí,” a youth storytelling trip developed with Taller Puertorriqueño.
Guides & Resources
Where to find civic associations, neighborhood action committees and registered community organizations meeting across Kensington
From zoning fights to block cleanups, here's where to show up and have a say.
Community Life
At K&A, a free grocery store in Kensington gives shoppers 20 points twice a month
Customers at Greater Goods get 20 points twice a month and choose their own groceries. The only requirement to register is a photo ID.
Solutions Spotlight
The production floor at Baker Industries in Kensington doubles as a starting line
A 46-year-old workforce program offers people starting over after prison or homelessness a paycheck, a routine, and a shot at what comes next.
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.
Community Life
For 18 years, Fireball Printing has given Kensington artists “a place to make their ideas physical”
Most commercial print shops run on toner. Fireball Printing runs on inkjet, and its customers say they can feel the difference.
Community Life
Kensington's Resource Exchange gives Philly's theater paint, props and scenery a second act
A creative reuse center on North American Street near Berks Street, the store sells donated art and building materials at a discount.
Community Life
Dirt Day turns empty Kensington lot into pop-up park with greening education and community
The event was hosted by Esperanza Health Center, New Kensington Community Development Corporation, and Heights Philadelphia.
Accountability
Kensington councilmembers vote to advance ICE Out legislation after all-day hearing
City Council unanimously advanced the seven-bill package after a five-hour hearing. All three councilmembers representing parts of Kensington voted yes.
Community Life
In East Kensington, projection artists turn buildings into canvases at first-ever Illuminate Kensington festival
East Kensington transformed into a glowing outdoor gallery as moving projections lit up building facades along Frankford Avenue and Hagert Street. Around 30 artists participated in the free festival, which organizers hope to make annual.
Guides & Resources
How to become a paid poll worker in Kensington for the 2026 elections
Philadelphia needs poll workers for the May 19 primary, and Kensington divisions are some of the hardest to staff. The job pays $200 for one day.
Community Life
Port Richmond celebrates 179th anniversary with food, music and community at Campbell Square Park
The annual festival brought together vendors, live music and neighbors, doubling as a kickoff for local America 250 celebrations.
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.
Solutions Spotlight
Hopeworks Kensington offers paid job training and career help for young adults
The nonprofit provides paid training, career support and real work to help 17- to-26-year-olds move into full-time jobs averaging $43K a year.
Community Life
Norris Square Neighborhood Project plans community fridge at Raíces Garden
The fridge will expand free food access and build a shared neighborhood resource shaped by resident input.
Accountability
Experts cite ‘systemic’ lapses in Philly jail care as jury finds city liable in diabetes death
After a four-day trial in federal court, a jury found the city violated Louis Jung Jr.’s constitutional right to medical care while incarcerated and awarded the family $1.67 million in damages.
Accountability
Conwell Middle School will no longer close, Philly school district says
The decision to spare the two schools from proposed closures comes after nearly a month of intense community pushback against the district’s sweeping facilities plan.
Community Life
Faith-based nonprofit offers paid work, job training and child care to single moms in Kensington and Glenside
Since 2015, the nonprofit has employed 175 women, its founder says, pairing work experience with mentorship and faith-based support.
Community Life
“We can be anyone we want”: Meet the team making a new name for Kensington high school basketball
The Kensington Tigers, representing four Kensington area high schools, opened the season with 13 straight wins while building a new team culture and boosting school morale.
Accountability
Philadelphia council members won’t ‘rubber stamp’ school closure plan
The final vote on the closure plan will come from the school board but City Council members said Tuesday they want their input to be considered.
Small Business
Cantina La Martina brings tamales and tradition to Kensington for fourth annual La Tamalada
Tables of tamales, family recipes and new twists filled The Lighthouse as residents and visitors came together for a fourth year of tradition and community.