Conwell grad Councilmember Isaiah Thomas opposes middle school's closure
A key member of the Philadelphia City Council has already expressed opposition to parts of the district’s plan to close, relocate, and co-locate several schools.
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Kensington’s 2024 holiday gift guide: Toy giveaways, gourmet gifts, and last-minute local finds
This year’s gift guide features a mix of new and returning businesses, plus local toy drives and organizations you can support this season.
Lifelong Fishtown resident dies in police custody after Kensington narcotics arrest, family wants answers
This marks at least the second death this year of a person arrested for drug possession in Kensington and held in a Philadelphia jail.
Prevention Point can’t have multiple medical practitioners, zoning board decides
The clinic provides HIV and Hepatitis-C testing and treatment, medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD), wound care, STI testing and treatment, and more.
Opponents tell Mayor Parker 76ers arena will destabilize Chinatown like Kensington: “I’ve seen it in my community”
The $1.3 billion proposal, which would move the team from South Philadelphia’s Stadium District to Center City, is scheduled for a third City Council committee vote on Wednesday afternoon.
Kensington news: Ugly sweater workshop, “Santa at Campbell Square,” Safe-Hub’s End of the Year Jawn, and more
Hey there, neighbors. We hope everyone is staying warm this week. Here’s your weekly roundup. News You Might Have
How this North Philly nonprofit is using collaboration to uplift youth through free music, mentorship
Through non-profit organizations Rock to the Future and As I Plant This Seed, youth build production skills and community.
As Kensington narcotics arrests increase, residents wonder “who the hell is engaging them?”
Residents are questioning whether the increased enforcement has improved quality of life in their neighborhood.
Walking buses, a playground, a bullet-resistant fence: How Kensington schools are using opioid settlement funds
Educators hope money from a legal settlement will provide students and families more support and opportunities.
Philly police, former Kensington cop sued over sex abuse, imprisonment of girls ages 9 and 11
The civil suit, filed Wednesday, claims the city’s “blatant, conscious, and reckless disregard for the safety of the public” allowed Heron to harm the two plaintiffs, identified as Jane Doe and Jane Smith, as well as dozens of other women and girls.
After hours of contentious testimony, Kensington mobile service restrictions bill advances to Philly City Council for vote
The legislation will proceed to a full City Council reading and, if passed, will require Mayor Cherelle Parker’s approval.
Kensington news: “Christmas from Kensington,” “Cookies with Santa,” Fairhill tree lighting ceremony, and more
Happy December, neighbors! We have exciting news for anyone attending The Christmas Village at Love Park and City Hall this
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.