People, events and everyday life in Kensington, Philadelphia. Profiles of neighbors, local traditions and the organizations that bring the community together.
Schools & Education
Bryan Belknap, who for eight years has led the Literacy Enrichment After-School Program (LEAP), is leaving his position. His role was funded by a five-year contract with Impact Services, which is coming to an end.
El 31 de agosto, la biblioteca McPherson Square perderá una fuerza impulsora detrás de su programación y defensa de la
Arts & Culture
In one of his final conversations, Randolph "Primo" White told a friend, "When I die, people are gonna remember me because of all the good deeds that I’ve done; they gonna remember me in these streets – how I was.”
Randolph White, quien desempeñó un papel fundamental en la creación del centro creativo y la organización pro juventud Ride Free, falleció en un accidente de moto el 22 de julio.
Jermaine Millhouse, actual propietario del bar, comparte su historia y esperanzas para Kensington.
Health & Wellness
At Chuckles’ Bar & Grill, owner Jermaine Millhouse welcomes Kensington residents to relax, make connections, and share a laugh.
Clean Streets
Editor’s Note: For this story, the student reporter talked to block captains outside of Kensington to explore solutions for
Los capitanes de bloque de Filadelfia están creando recursos y programas para combatir el aislamiento en sus vecindarios y expandir su impacto.
Clean Streets
On July 20, Kensington nonprofit Impact Services celebrated the completion of 48 new affordable housing units in a former carpet
El martes por la noche, más de 20 altos funcionarios de la Ciudad y residentes testificaron sobre problemas de calidad
Community Life
For over 40 years, the Cornerstone Community Church team has served the Kensington neighborhood through a shared love of Christianity
Schools & Education
Access to internet services is essential for people who live, work, and play in Philadelphia. However, the city’s digital
Policing & Jails
On Monday, City officials and law enforcement officers shared the results of a three-day multiagency operation targeting the open-
Arts & Culture
Editor’s note: This story was submitted by a student at Jules E. Mastbaum High School through a community partnership
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
With spring in full swing and summer just around the corner, Kensington-area youth now have more options on how
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This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
There are two candidates running for Kensington’s City Council District 7 seat in the primary election on May 16.
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