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This year’s holiday gift guide highlights creative, hyperlocal gifts that support Kensington’s artists, makers, and small businesses.
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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
Three arrested during Kensington “wellness court” launch; two diverted to treatment, one jailed
The fast-track court initiative targets people who use drugs by arresting them for summary offenses.
Philly launches Kensington “wellness court,” summary offense arrests to begin Wednesday
Mayor Cherelle Parker signed an executive order Tuesday allowing police to take people into custody for certain summary offenses that were decriminalized under former Mayor Jim Kenney.
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
Why gun violence dropped in Philadelphia last year — and what happens next
Why Gun Violence Dropped in Philadelphia Last Year — And What Happens Next
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.
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
Mayor Parker announces new addiction aftercare center, hundreds of recovery home beds for people completing treatment
The multiphase plan for opening Riverview will begin by offering 336 beds for people leaving short-term inpatient treatment programs.
Kensington “wellness court” to launch in coming weeks, will offer treatment or criminal consequences
Those arrested will face same-day adjudication and be given a choice between entering a drug treatment program or facing criminal penalties.
Kensington news: Free human services credential program, Harrowgate Run Club returns, and more
Happy New Year, neighbors. For the first full week of the year, we are bringing you a mostly new, much
Autobuses a pie, un parque infantil, una verja a prueba de balas: Cómo las escuelas usan fondos del acuerdo por opioides
La crisis que enfrentan las escuelas del vecindario y que intentan corregir está traumatizando a los estudiantes.
Community gardens build neighborhood connections. So why is it so hard to acquire land?
Access to green spaces have been shown to improve mental health and decrease neighborhood violence.