Community Life
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.
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Weekly News
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.
Arts & Culture
Photos of Kensington: CAICU mural dedication at Front & Susquehanna
Artists and neighbors unveil mural honoring Norris Square’s Caribbean roots.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “Cocktails & Capital” workshop, Dungeons & Dragons and more
Hi there, neighbors. The Lenfest Institute for Journalism has released a community poll about ideas for improving the city, and
Accountability
Pa. Senate bill to allow involuntary addiction treatment introduced at Philly mayor’s request
The bill would authorize police and crisis lines to initiate a 302 — an involuntary psychiatric hold of up to 120 hours for people considered a danger to themselves or others.
Accountability
Mobile units banned from most of 7th District after testimony from Kensington kids: “They shouldn’t be rotting in the streets”
Students from Gloria Casarez Elementary School in Kensington lined up to testify in support of the legislation, carrying handmade signs that read: “No needles,” “Don’t sell drugs,” “I just want to be a kid,” “We want to be able to play outside,” and “I want to feel safe.”
Accountability
As Kensington mobile service vote approaches, opponents warn ban adds barriers to lifesaving care
The bill, which would ban mobile services from most of the 7th District, is up for a final vote on Thursday.
Accountability
‘Kind of a heartbreaker’: Kensington gun violence prevention group takes funding hit following federal cuts
The national loss of funding for violence intervention programs will drastically impact local anti-violence initiatives and the communities they serve.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Cinco De Mayo party, Mother’s Day workshops and more
Happy Cinco De Mayo, neighbors. If you’re celebrating this historical holiday, which celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over
Clean Streets
Photos of Kensington: Spring cleanup at Trenton & Auburn Playground with Mayor Parker’s support
Community members lead a spring cleanup at Trenton and Auburn Playground, followed by a visit from Mayor Cherelle Parker in support of revitalization efforts.
Public Space
Photos of Kensington:Celebrating the Revitalization of Rivera Recreation Center & Mann Older Adult Center
Rivera Recreation Center and Mann Older Adult Center celebrated their renovation and reopening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the unveiling the community-created mural “El Ritmo del Centro".
Weekly News
Kensington news: reFlea vendor market, queer/women’s career day and more
Hey there, neighbors. Here’s a new list of events to help you ease from April into May this week.
Accountability
City Council advances bill banning mobile services providers from most of Kensington and 7th District
The amendments, approved in a 12-3 vote, would require mobile providers to obtain permits while also imposing strict location and time limits on their operations.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Teen job fair, city budget workshop and more
Happy early Earth Day, neighbors. Wanna get out and take care of the planet? Here’s a list of events
Kids in Kensington
Philly teens are building foundations for the future through this free Kensington carpentry program
The Building a Brighter Future through the Art of Construction program draws young people from across the city.
Weekly News
Kensington news: Career fairs, Easter giveaways and more
Happy spring, neighbors. Easter and other spring holidays are on the horizon, and we’ve gathered a long list of
Accountability
Port Richmond streetlight outages draw more than 75 complaints, residents frustrated by 'no results'
Around 2 a.m. on March 13, Frank Trout’s son was walking home from his boxing club when a car struck him near Richmond Street and Indiana Avenue. The driver fled the scene, so Trout turned to security footage for answers. But the street was pitch dark.
Accountability
City Council presses for data on Kensington Wellness Court, city leaves key questions unanswered
As Philadelphia City Council considered Mayor Cherelle Parker’s $3.7 million request to expand the new Kensington Wellness Court
Weekly News
Kensington news: Spring Festival, driveway repair program and more
Hello, neighbors. Flowers are blooming, the air is warming and spring is in full swing. Check out some of the
Clean Streets
Here's how East Kensington's Arcadia Commons came together to protect vacant lots that were being stewarded by the community
An abandoned lot in East Kensington sparked a community-led movement to reclaim green space.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “Edible Alphabet” English cooking class, Spring hiring event and more.
Hello, neighbors. The Office of Clean and Green Initiatives will sponsor a citywide community cleanup day this Saturday from 9
Public Space
‘Basketball is the medium’: Kensington nonprofits launch free league to prevent violence among young men
The basketball league teaches men about teamwork while also helping them improve their game, coaches and players say.
Weekly News
Kensington news: “A Night of Songs and Stories,” Know Your Rights training and more
Hello, neighbors. Harrowgate is getting some love from City Cast Philly — the local podcast recently released a neighborhood guide for
Accountability
Parker administration ends community-led opioid settlement grants, leaving Kensington programs in limbo
The Overdose Prevention and Community Healing Fund, or Prevention Fund, used a community-led grantmaking process to distribute $3.1 million to 43 organizations in 2024.