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Kensington news: Black History Month, book releases, GRIT job training, and the Kensington caucus
Here’s our Monday morning update with information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
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Housing & Shelter
Last week’s “large, militarized police presence” was the attorney general’s office, not a Parker or Kensington caucus initiative
The operation was a drug and firearm seizure through the attorney general's office, according to spokesperson Brett Hambright.
Community Life
Philly health commissioner, a leading voice in city’s opioid efforts, to step down after three-year post
In a statement released on Friday, Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole announced she is stepping down from her post effective Feb. 15.
Accountability
‘A big carousel ride’: Philly leaders want to “triage” people using drugs in Kensington to treatment – or incarceration.
A coalition of City Council members who have described themselves as “the Kensington caucus” say they’re working to create a “triage” system for people who are unhoused and living with addiction in the neighborhood.
Community Life
Aquí tienes una mirada a la política de comunicaciones de la alcaldesa Parker, que requiere que todas las declaraciones pasen por su oficina
Todas las entrevistas con los medios, publicaciones en las redes sociales y declaraciones públicas deben ser aprobadas por el equipo de comunicaciones del alcalde Parker.
“Un gran viaje en carrusel”: líderes de Filadelfia quieren “triaje” a las personas que usan drogas en Kensington para tratamiento – o encarcelamiento.
Una coalición de miembros del Consejo Municipal, que se han descrito a sí mismos como “el caucus de Kensington”, dicen que están trabajando para crear un sistema de “triaje” para las personas sin hogar y que viven con adicción en el vecindario.
Accountability
Here's a look at Mayor Parker's communications policy, requiring all statements go through her office
All media interviews, social media posts, and public statements must be approved by Mayor Parker's communications team.
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Kensington news: Philly Bridge & Jawn, open mic night, gardening, community cookbook & more
Here’s our Monday morning update with information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Art exhibit, clay workshops, free photo lessons, job fair, plus weekend activities
Here's our Monday morning update with information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
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Kensington news: MLK Day events, EKNA meeting, clothing swap, arts internship, & Kensington's new deputy police commissioner
Kensington Voice's Monday morning update with information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
Community Life
La alcaldesa Parker nombra a Pedro Rosario el primer comisionado adjunto latino de la policía de Filadelfia
Rosario es capitán en la división de detectives del este de la ciudad y dice que ha trabajado en la comunidad de Kensington durante “toda su carrera policial”.
Accountability
Kensington residents hopeful as Mayor Parker names Pedro Rosario Philly's first Latino deputy police commissioner
Rosario is a captain in the city’s east detective division and says he’s worked in the Kensington community his “entire police career.”
Weekly News
Kensington news: Community clean-ups, Haudenosaunee, police, redistricting, and tree recycling
Every Monday morning, we update Kensington with news and information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
Government & Policy
¿Vives cerca de Kensington & Allegheny? Puede que tengas un concejal de la ciudad diferente.
Previamente, las calles alrededor de la intersección estaban divididas entre los Distritos 1 y 7, cada uno representado por un miembro del consejo. Ahora, el área está dividida en los Distritos 1, 6 y 7 y cuenta con tres representantes.
Guides & Resources
Do you live near Kensington & Allegheny? You may have a different city councilmember.
Previously, the streets surrounding the intersection were split between Districts 1 and 7, each represented by one council member. Now, the area is divided into Districts 1, 6, and 7 and is served by three representatives.
Newsroom Announcements
New partnership with Spotlight PA to provide Kensington Voice readers with more investigative and public-service journalism
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Kensington news: New City Council districts, Harrowgate Civic meeting, and Saturday library hours
Here’s our Monday morning update with information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
Arts & Culture
Parker names Philly Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel as next managing director
The managing director, a position currently held by Tumar Alexander, directly oversees various city departments and programs responsible for addressing quality-of-life concerns in Kensington.
Community Life
Philly residents patrolled Kensington for 36 nights this fall. Now they want the city to back the model.
The new Hug the Block data speaks to something called “routine activity theory,” which is the idea that crime occurs when there are motivated offenders, “suitable” targets, and the absence of “capable guardians” who can either witness the crimes or intervene.
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Kensington news: Candlemaking, pop-up shops, neighborhood meetings, & volunteer opportunities
Here’s our Monday morning update with information about free activities, resources, programs, and more.
Arts & Culture
Our 2023 last-minute holiday gift & gift card guide that supports small businesses in Kensington
This year, Kensington Voice partnered with the New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) to highlight some new and familiar businesses to share with you for the holidays.
Guides & Resources
Don’t know where to donate your money in Kensington? Here’s a long list of nonprofits collecting tax-deductible donations.
Whether it’s Giving Tuesday, December 31, or any other day of the year, start here to support organizations serving Kensington and nearby neighborhoods.
Community Life
Philadelphia shares plan for relocating students and teachers if asbestos, floods close schools
The School District of Philadelphia has shared 24 locations where students and teachers could be temporarily moved if damaged asbestos and other environmental hazards force schools to close.
Arts & Culture
Philly’s highest-crime neighborhoods are seeing a significant decline in gun violence, including Kensington
For the first time in three years, the city is poised to end 2023 with fewer than 500 fatalities — but the gunshots, sirens, and recurring cycles of mourning persist.