Community Life
Although no ICE arrests have occurred at Kensington schools, the Trump administration’s decision to revoke school protections from immigration enforcement has stoked fears among students and parents.
Weekly News
Happy Black History Month, neighbors. Here’s our roundup of this week's events. Recent News Puerto Ricans in
Accountability
The city’s new Kensington “wellness court” has led to nine arrests since its launch last week, but questions about its effectiveness remain as two participants left treatment and outreach workers are now searching for them.
Community Life
Por más de 80 años, expertos en salud, académicos y líderes comunitarios han enfatizado la necesidad de mejorar el acceso a médicos y centros de salud para los boricuas en Filadelfia.
Housing & Shelter
For more than 80 years, health experts, scholars, and community advocates have emphasized the dire need for better access to physicians and health centers for Puerto Rican Philadelphians.
Arts & Culture
The Kensington Engagement Center is a hub for community connection and better resource access as part of the organization’s “Co-Creating Kensington” process.
Weekly News
Hi, neighbors. Here’s your look at the new events and resources for the week. Check it out below. Recent
Accountability
The fast-track court initiative targets people who use drugs by arresting them for summary offenses.
Accountability
Mayor Cherelle Parker signed an executive order Tuesday allowing police to take people into custody for certain summary offenses that were decriminalized under former Mayor Jim Kenney.
Weekly News
Happy MLK Day, neighbors. Whether you’re out cleaning, helping out your neighborhood or enjoying the day off, we hope
Accountability
Why Gun Violence Dropped in Philadelphia Last Year — And What Happens Next
Government & Policy
Mayor Parker, Fire Commissioner Thompson, other city officials, and community members gather to celebrate the engine company’s return.
Weekly News
Hi, neighbors. To start a warmer week than last, here’s your round-up of upcoming events and recent news.
Accountability
The multiphase plan for opening Riverview will begin by offering 336 beds for people leaving short-term inpatient treatment programs.
Accountability
Those arrested will face same-day adjudication and be given a choice between entering a drug treatment program or facing criminal penalties.
Weekly News
Happy New Year, neighbors. For the first full week of the year, we are bringing you a mostly new, much
Community Life
La crisis que enfrentan las escuelas del vecindario y que intentan corregir está traumatizando a los estudiantes.
Immigration
Access to green spaces have been shown to improve mental health and decrease neighborhood violence.
Weekly News
Hi, neighbors. This is our last newsletter of the year, and we want to thank you for your continued support!
Clean Streets
The “health hub” model creates locations where anyone, regardless of insurance status, can walk in and access primary care, infectious disease care, mental health assessments and opioid use disorder treatments such as methadone and buprenorphine.
Accountability
As of Dec. 19, Joey Gabor's family said the city has shared little information about his death.
Accountability
The arrests come as Philadelphia jails face increased scrutiny over staffing shortages, healthcare delays, and unsafe conditions.
Weekly News
Hey there, neighbors. Still looking for Christmas giveaway events? Here are a few more, and other interesting events and activities
Arts & Culture
This year’s gift guide features a mix of new and returning businesses, plus local toy drives and organizations you can support this season.
