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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City Council passes budget, Parker’s housing plan
The budget – totaling about $13.4 billion across operating and capital expenses – invests in establishing a “wellness” system to address Kensington’s opioid crisis.
City budget including housing plan, Kensington Wellness Court expansion, set for final passage
Funding is allocated to expand the administration’s Kensington Wellness Court pilot from one to five days a week.
Kensington news: “Surviving in Silence Out Loud” art exhibition, will workshop and more
Hi there, neighbors. The weather is starting to warm up as we are about two weeks away from the beginning
Kensington committee members suggest “removing” people who use drugs, SEPTA pauses social service contracts
The Special Committee on Kensington, made up of council members Quetcy Lozada, Mark Squilla, Mike Driscoll, Nina Ahmad, Curtis Jones
Kensington news: Pedal For Peace bike ride, Kensington Summer Kickoff and more
Hi there, neighbors. It’s a new week with clearer skies and more things in the neighborhood to do. Check
Amid praise and pushback, Philly mayor signs bill restricting Kensington mobile services
The bill imposes strict permitting, time, and location limits on medical providers offering wound care and addiction treatment as well as any organization offering basic necessities like food, water, and clothes.
Kensington news: Super Mario party, “Mommy’s Khimar” and more
It’s Memorial Day, neighbors. Here’s a list of events in Philadelphia and beyond to attend today to honor
Partidarios de Eddie Irizarry piden consecuencias más severas tras el veredicto sobre el policía de Filadelfia que lo mató.
El oficial del Departamento de Policía de Filadelfia, Mark Dial, quien disparó y mató a Eddie Irizarry, de 27 años,
Eddie Irizarry supporters call for harsher consequences following verdict for Philly PD officer who killed him
Philadelphia Police Department officer Mark Dial, who shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop in Kensington in
Creating Sanctuary: Kensington cooking and leadership program lowers stress, opens doors for teens
PB&J’s Wednesday Leadership program incentivizes teens to build communication skills while cooking together.
Photos of Kensington: Peacemakers Win Cure Violence Basketball Championship
Cure Violence and Esperanza Health Center wrap up winter league with food, music, and a Peacemakers championship win.
Kensington news: Adult Claymobile, Goats at McPherson Library and more
Hi there, neighbors. We may have a few more rainy days this week, but that won’t stop the fun.