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.
Community
Stories, events, and profiles of people, programs, and organizations building relationships and strengthening Kensington’s community life.
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Kensington’s 2024 holiday gift guide: Toy giveaways, gourmet gifts, and last-minute local finds
This year’s gift guide features a mix of new and returning businesses, plus local toy drives and organizations you can support this season.
How this North Philly nonprofit is using collaboration to uplift youth through free music, mentorship
Through non-profit organizations Rock to the Future and As I Plant This Seed, youth build production skills and community.
Sankofa students join Philly Tree People to plant new trees in Campbell Square Park, learn essential tree care
The park got 11 new trees in an effort to beautify the neighborhood and increase tree coverage.
Resilience in harmony: Shannon Turner’s journey through music
Local musician and vocal coach shares her story of triumph in overcoming personal challenges while making a significant impact on Philadelphia's music scene.
Kensington native to open grocery store with shared kitchen, “King Kenzo” olive oil in Harrowgate
Thomas Sheridan is opening a grocery store on Kensington Avenue near Tioga Street with the community and small, local businesses in mind.
‘Bring them to Ride Free’: Kensington nonprofit says Philly leaders should look to former drug dealers to address open-air sales
Engaging with people who deal drugs is key to breaking up Kensington’s open-air drug market, but city leaders have overlooked this population while creating new law enforcement strategies for the neighborhood, says Ride Free.
Photos of Kensington: Residents celebrate end of soccer and summer at Impact's Hissey Playground event
Impact Services hosted an “End-of-Soccer Celebration and Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway” at Hissey Playground on Indiana Avenue and C Street.
Photos of Kensington: Kids gear up for school at “Classroom Kickoff” event on Frankford Avenue
The event was hosted by District 7 Councilmember Quetcy Lozada's office.
Photos of Kensington: Harrowgate's “Old Lady Gang” hosts second annual water gun fight at Harrowgate Park
The event was sponsored by the Harrowgate Civic Association, Impact Services, Kensington Corridor Trust, and Ride Free.
Kensington unveils first Roberto Lugo sculpture at KCT Community Garden party event
Community members gathered for a special event celebrating the arrival of Roberto Lugo’s first sculpture installation.
Artist dedicates new Prevention Point Love Lot mural to son: “It doesn't have to be a ‘rock bottom.’ It's a positive sign of hope.”
Artist Victor Sgro, who is in recovery, said he hopes his mural inspires others who are still struggling with opioid addiction.
Family-owned M Jewelers takes pride in offering handmade jewelry in Kensington: “It feels like home here”
The Ma family’s lives were upended in 2016 when a fire at a neighboring discount store swept through their store.
