A first look at McPherson Square renovation plans, city to continue gathering input
After seeing the redesign plans for McPherson Square Park and Library, residents asked for more shade, and requested the library stay open during construction.
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Outcry after ex-cop in Irizarry killing gets no additional prison time
A judge sentenced former Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial on Thursday to no further prison time after he was convicted of voluntary manslaughter for his role in the 2023 killing of Eddie “Junito” Irizarry Jr.
New library opens in Kensington: 'You can never have too many books'
Closing the distance between families and their favorite books, The Simple Library gives kids and adults a place to relax and read without traveling too far.
Kensington news: “Two of a Kind” concert, Christmas in July and more
Hi there, neighbors. We hope you’re all staying cool out there. Here’s another list of events to help
Rising costs threaten Latino cultural fabric in Norris Square, new community survey finds
The 2025 Norris Square Neighborhood Profile sought to capture information on the area’s population, quality of life, and economic status and spark dialogue among community leaders and residents.
Trash piles, dumpster overflow worsens in Kensington amid sanitation strike as residents back union
In Kensington, a neighborhood already grappling with public health challenges related to the decades-old open-air drug market and opioid crisis, residents say the AFSCME District Council 33 strike exposes longstanding problems including illegal dumping, homelessness and a lack of city support.
Kensington news: Science in the Summer, free eye exams and more
Hi there, neighbors. All the fireworks are gone (hopefully), and a new week is ahead. Here’s your weekly dose
Local community orgs shift plans following city’s new opioid grant program: ‘There needs to be some transparency’
Three months after the Parker Administration announced the end of the Overdose Prevention and Community Healing Fund, community organizations share their concerns about what comes next.
A queer circus comes to Kensington
Kensington’s first Queer Circus brought neighbors together for a day of queer joy, performance, and self-expression to close out Pride month.
Kensington news: Community Build Day, Fourth of July giveaway and more
Hi there, neighbors. Happy early Independence Day. Here’s a list of Fourth of July-themed events happening across the city
Kensington news: Norris Square neighborhood assembly, Pride Month storytime and more
Hi there, neighbors. Summer has officially arrived. Get your sunscreen and portable fans, here’s another week of events to
Kensington news: Queer poetry workshop, screen printing workshop and more
Hi there, neighbors. Looking to learn a new skill or access new resources? This week is filled with workshops and
Local artist creates new mural at the Love Lot: “Reciprosity is a mutual exchange”
Puerto-Rico-born artist Paula Rivera Calderon creates the third Love Lot mural in dedication to Prevention Point, with the theme of reciprocation.