New GoFundMe supports ex-Prevention Point workers who called out dangerous conditions and harassment
“It became extremely apparent that the survivors were really suffering,” said one of the fundraiser’s organizers.
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As Kensington food co-op gets a bridge loan to survive, some members advocate for closing the community fridge
At the heart of the debate: Should the board prioritize the market’s immediate community mission — or concentrate on best business practices so it doesn’t go belly up?
Kensington kids are loving the new summer programming in McPherson Square
“They should put a fence around the park and give *us* the keys,” said one fourth grader.
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Amalgam Comics is closing this fall after 7 groundbreaking years in Kensington, says founder Ariell Johnson
The shop gained national fame, but was beloved in Philly as a welcoming home for geeks of all kinds.
The Philadelphia Latino Film Festival is back, bringing food and drink deals at restaurants around the city
Check the Gusto Grub Guide for in-person or delivery specials, and look for pop-ups at movie events.
On a sunny Election Day in Philly, worker shortage causes some stumbles as issues drive voters to the polls
“I’m here getting my money’s worth,” said a registered independent who showed up to vote on the ballot questions.
Gloriously muddy Kensington Derby and Arts Festival draws hundreds to River Wards for return of the annual street fair
The obstacle race and food fest is about as Philly as it gets.
Can a food co-op thrive in Kensington? KCFC says it has just 6 months to turn things around
Long in the works, the community grocery story is trying to maintain momentum in a changing neighborhood.
Kensington salon Nu Bella Nails is hot on Instagram, and beloved by customers
The art is next level, but it’s the family-style service that brings people back.
Solutions bubble up in Philadelphia neighborhoods most impacted by gun violence
How residents in Mantua and Kensington are pushing for change.
Philly is expanding street sweeping in April, and you can ask officials about it this week
Cleanup crews are slated to come through 14 neighborhoods this spring.
This Philly resident is heading to Ukraine to help his family survive, bringing medical supplies, water filters, socks — and body armor
Oleg Bogdanovych, who’s lived in the U.S. since he was a teenager, is accepting donations from anyone who wants to help.
Kreate Hub, part of a growing Kensington movement, turned an empty school into a thriving center for artists and entrepreneurs
The incubator is one of several arts initiatives helping beautify and strengthen the neighborhood.
Kensington can’t wait to end gun violence, we need action now | Opinion
The devastation on one tiny block — the one where Rocky cared for his turtle — tells a startling story.
Stateside Vodka is trading $25 gift cards for Ben Simmons jerseys, then donating them to a Brooklyn shelter
Way better than burning them in effigy.
The Pasta Lab is turning out amazing noodles in a Kensington warehouse
It’s all made with Pennsylvania wheat and Lancaster dairy.
The Puerto Rican Day Parade was canceled again, but Philly’s growing Latino population still celebrated
Instead, a community-focused event brought thousands to the waterfront.
Making *real* Philadelphia cream cheese inside a Kensington shipping container
At Perrystead Dairy, the mission is the milk.
‘There still is no answer’: Philly cracks down on Kensington encampments again as homelessness crisis intensifies
Many have been pushing Mayor Kenney’s administration to fix the untenable living conditions in the neighborhood.
Three popular Philly bars are closing for a week to give workers paid vacation
Standard Tap, Johnny Brenda’s and The International join a small list of independent restaurants where staff get summer PTO.