Community Life
Sankofa students join Philly Tree People to plant new trees in Campbell Square Park, learn essential tree care
The park got 11 new trees in an effort to beautify the neighborhood and increase tree coverage.
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Weekly News
Kensington news: Thanksgiving dinners, “Sangiving” community lunch and donation drive, and World AIDS Day virtual seminar
Hello there, neighbors. We’d like to wish a Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate. It’s a lighter week
Accountability
Philly challenges state opioid trust’s decision on Kensington home repair, small business spending in court
The City of Philadelphia is challenging a state trust’s decision to disapprove $3.4 million in opioid settlement funds earmarked for Kensington.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Chicken storytime at McPherson, “Who is in the Room” book launch, and “Miracle on American Street” holiday gift market
Hello there, neighbors. New week, new things happening in the neighborhood. Check out what’s going on below. News (in
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
Kensington Voice hosts a writing workshop and Q&A with author Liz Moore
The Monday night event involved attendees writing with Moore and learning more about her and her current, past, and upcoming projects.
Accountability
City clears I-95 encampments, forcibly displaces at least 14 people in Port Richmond
City officials cleared two encampments near Interstate 95 on Friday, along Allegheny and Westmoreland avenues.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Congresso Harvest Festival, “Mouse Museum” book launch, and Virida garden market
Hello there, neighbors. We hope everyone had a good weekend. Here’s to a better week and new events to
Guides & Resources
How Kensington voted in the 2024 presidential election: Republican support increases, turnout drops
Kensington-area voter turnout decreased and Republican support increased by 13%.
Public Space
Kensington, nearby North Philly poll workers report high turnout: “People are excited to come in”
From Fairhill to Harrowgate to Hunting Park to Juniata to Kensington, poll workers reported increased turnout during Tuesday's election.
Community Life
On Election Day, Port Richmond sees multigenerational voters, police visit
Voters arrived at the Tomaszewski Funeral Home in Port Richmond with concerns about various issues Tuesday morning, including public safety, immigration, and health care.
Housing & Shelter
New polling location opens at NKCDC on Ruth Street in Kensington
Kensington resident Gwen Collier-Jefferson advocated for NKCDC to open a polling place due to challenges people reported finding the previous location.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Election Day Information, “Picturing the Border” series, “Libertad” Q&A and book signing event, and Dia De Los Muertos Collective Altar
Hello there, neighbors. As many of you probably know, tomorrow, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, is Election Day. Here is some
Clean Streets
Resilience in harmony: Shannon Turner’s journey through music
Local musician and vocal coach shares her story of triumph in overcoming personal challenges while making a significant impact on Philadelphia's music scene.
Accountability
Philly police to launch drone program in Kensington, cameras to fly beyond line of sight
The drones will respond to 911 calls and can arrive at a scene faster to give officers perspective, according to the Philadelphia Police Department.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “Vote Early Day” event, McPherson’s Halloween Parade, and “Scare in the Square”
Happy (early) Halloween, neighbors. While you are preparing to enjoy the spooky festivities this week, please remember that Tuesday, October
Accountability
Philly family sues city for wrongful death, medical neglect inside prison after Diabetic Ketoacidosis death
Louis Jung Jr. died after he was allegedly denied insulin inside a Philly prison. His family claims the city and its prison healthcare company showed “deliberate indifference” to his need for emergency medical care.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Trick-or-treat movie night at Hissey Park, “We Are The Builders!” storytime, and “We Here Walk and Talk 2”
Hello there, neighbors. Keeping the spirit of the spooky season going all month long, we’ve got another list of
Arts & Culture
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Kensington news: Indigenous Peoples’ Day, “The Little Mermaid” movie night at Harrowgate Park, and more fall events
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day, neighbors. Here’s a list of events from Visit Philadelphia to attend and celebrate in solidarity
Newsroom Announcements
Celebrating the art of podcasting: Kensington Voice hosts inaugural panel discussion and networking mixer
This year, Kensington Voice hosted “Beyond the Mic,” an International Podcast Day panel discussion and mixer.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Community Baby Shower, Latin American Book Fair, and Harrowgate Fall Festival
Hello there, neighbors. We hope you all enjoyed your weekend. Here’s this week’s roundup. News (in case you
Accountability
Opioid trust ruling favors Kensington schools, parks, and housing relief, not home repairs or small businesses
The trust ruled in favor of funding for Kensington schools, parks, and housing, but against home repairs and small business support.
Accountability
Kensington leaders argue for neighborhood repair and safe spaces as prevention ahead of opioid settlement appeal
Community leaders and residents believe funding environmental conditions that will improve the lives of families and children is a step toward repairing the harms the open-air drug market has caused the neighborhood.