Coverage of COVID-19 in Kensington, Philadelphia — daily resource guides, community response, vaccine access and pandemic policy from 2020 through 2021.
Vizion Gallery on Kensington Avenue offers artists a place to practice, vend and find community.
Clean Streets
In Kensington, a neighborhood already grappling with public health challenges related to the decades-old open-air drug market and opioid crisis, residents say the AFSCME District Council 33 strike exposes longstanding problems including illegal dumping, homelessness and a lack of city support.
Accountability
The bill, which would ban mobile services from most of the 7th District, is up for a final vote on Thursday.
Accountability
Why Gun Violence Dropped in Philadelphia Last Year — And What Happens Next
Accountability
While open drug use in Kensington continues to make national headlines, Philadelphia health workers say the city’s Black residents are quietly overdosing from cocaine, opiates, and other substances at unprecedented rates inside their homes.
Community Life
In a statement released on Friday, Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole announced she is stepping down from her post effective Feb. 15.
Community Life
The new Hug the Block data speaks to something called “routine activity theory,” which is the idea that crime occurs when there are motivated offenders, “suitable” targets, and the absence of “capable guardians” who can either witness the crimes or intervene.
Arts & Culture
For the first time in three years, the city is poised to end 2023 with fewer than 500 fatalities — but the gunshots, sirens, and recurring cycles of mourning persist.
Community Life
Regardless of who’s on board for the next mayor’s term, they will be confronted with a multi-million dollar budget deficit.
Community Life
A lo largo del día, los votantes de Kensington enfatizaron las cuestiones de calidad de vida como la fuerza impulsora detrás de sus votos.
Small Business
Throughout the day, Kensington voters emphasized quality-of-life issues as the driving force behind their votes.
Arts & Culture
With this year’s general election underway, Kensington Voice spoke to three Gen Z voters on why voting is important to them and what issues push them to participate in local elections.
Arts & Culture
Leaders in the cultural sector realize the arts aren’t a magic wand. The city’s next mayor, they say, should instead view the arts as a tool to be utilized.
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
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.
Schools & Education
Access to internet services is essential for people who live, work, and play in Philadelphia. However, the city’s digital
Clean Streets
Abandoned lots, sidewalks and side yards that span between F and H streets on Westmoreland Street have seen some changes
Editor’s note: This essay was submitted by a student at Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School through a
Guides & Resources
Sara Palmer, the supervisor at the Kensington Library and a union member of AFSCME DC 47, works full-time at the
Updated 03/28/23 For over 30 years, Harrowgate resident Michelle “Mimi” Martinez has coached the Amber Owls, a local
Nota de la editora: Esta historia se publicó en inglés el 10 de noviembre de 2022 y ha sido actualizada
El arte puede provocar conversaciones significativas en nuestras comunidades de manera más orgánica. Vimos el Concurso de Arte del Verano
