Community Life
Photos: A look inside Fairhill's Pivott Boxing Academy
At Pivott Boxing Academy, founder and accredited coach Orlando Rosa is dedicated to bringing back an old-school style of
Schools & Education
School news in Kensington, Philadelphia — K-12 schools, the school district, libraries, graduation and the issues that affect students and families.
Arts & Culture
At Centro de Nueva Creación's youth program in Fairhill, kids build confidence through art and dance
The after-school program serves 60 kids at William Cramp Elementary School and exposes them to Latine arts and culture.
Community Life
Arts & Culture
Kensington CAPA high school hosts rally for International Day of Peace
2023’s theme focused on individual and collective responsibility to work toward peace.
Arts & Culture
Norris Square sculpture garden fosters community connection and creativity through food and art
The Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden’s founder Pedro Ospina hopes the nature space can foster community connections.
Community Life
Los residentes de Kensington están utilizando los grupos Park Friends para defender sus parques. Así es como funcionan estos grupos.
Hace veinte años, Julius Rivera y sus vecinos se estaban organizando para mejorar las condiciones en su cuadra en East
Arts & Culture
Harrowgate aerial arts studio offers free and low-cost programs to express, exercise and connect
Most programs at Rebel Arts Movement focus on children and adolescents. Some are free, while others cost begin at $60 per month.
El estudio de artes aéreas de Harrowgate ofrece programas gratuitos y de bajo costo para expresarse, ejercitarse y conectarse
Cuando Alyssa Bigbee abrió Rebel Arts Movement en 2020, quería crear un espacio comunitario seguro para que las personas se
Schools & Education
LEAP Youth Advocate Bryan Belknap says goodbye to McPherson Library
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.
Guides & Resources
Where to donate and get free school supplies in Kensington
For Philadelphia students, the most recent academic year was a difficult one, with schools temporarily closing due to asbestos, responding
Clean Streets
Philly block captains seek unity, collaboration
Editor’s Note: For this story, the student reporter talked to block captains outside of Kensington to explore solutions for
Accountability
Drug use, retail theft, and sanitation dominate public hearing in Kensington
On Tuesday night, more than 20 top City officials and residents testified about quality of life issues in Harrowgate and
El uso de drogas, el robo minorista y el saneamiento dominan la audiencia pública en Kensington
El martes por la noche, más de 20 altos funcionarios de la Ciudad y residentes testificaron sobre problemas de calidad
Community Life
Cornerstone Community Church offers free programs for Kensington youth
For over 40 years, the Cornerstone Community Church team has served the Kensington neighborhood through a shared love of Christianity
Schools & Education
Norris Square organization increases community access to free internet
Access to internet services is essential for people who live, work, and play in Philadelphia. However, the city’s digital
Arts & Culture
'Coming to the United States changed me': KCAPA highschooler reflects on growth and future
Editor’s note: This essay was submitted by a student at Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School through a
Arts & Culture
Mastbaum High School student writes short story: ‘How the Rich Stay Rich’
Editor’s note: This story was submitted by a student at Jules E. Mastbaum High School through a community partnership
Arts & Culture
Mastbaum High School student shares poem ‘Dream Mom’
Editor’s note: This poem was submitted by a student at Jules E. Mastbaum High School through a community partnership
‘If I can do it, they can too’: Kensington CAPA student leans on passions to stay positive during hard times
Editor’s note: This essay was submitted by a student at Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School through a
‘Every day was a different and exciting adventure’: Nostalgic KCAPA student reflects on life experiences
Editor’s note: This essay was submitted by a student at Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School through a
'My vision for Kensington' art contest: Local artists show us their hopes for the neighborhood
Drumroll, please! The results are in. Our election-themed art contest, “My vision for Kensington” has come to an end.
Guides & Resources
Kensington libraries give to their communities every day. Here’s how you can give back.
Sara Palmer, the supervisor at the Kensington Library and a union member of AFSCME DC 47, works full-time at
We invited all the mayoral candidates to a forum in Kensington. Here’s who showed up.
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
Kensington residents asked the 7th District Council candidates several questions at our forum. Here’s what they had to say.
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for
5 things you need to know about voting in the Philly primary election on May 16
This story is part of our “Hey, City Hall! It’s us, Kensington” series. Do you have a question for