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Protest targets Philly prisons commissioner after Amanda Cahill, Michael McKinnis deaths: “You have blood on your hands”

, and By Emily Rizzo

September 18, 2024

Accountability

Women inside Philly jail banged on cells for hours before Amanda Cahill died, “reiterating her calls for help”

, and By Emily Rizzo , and By Jill Bauer-Reese

September 16, 2024

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New faith-based resource center for people who use drugs opens on Allegheny and Frankford avenues

The new Pennsylvania Adult and Teen Challenge (PAATC) center is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with plans to eventually offer nighttime hours.

, and By Sammy Caiola

September 19, 2024

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New faith-based resource center for people who use drugs opens on Allegheny and Frankford avenues

, and By Sammy Caiola

September 19, 2024

News

Philly police have “tentative strategy” to clear Kensington-area school pathways: “a band-aid over a burst pipe,” residents say

, and By Emily Rizzo

August 20, 2024

Philly police have “tentative strategy” to clear Kensington-area school pathways: “a band-aid over a burst pipe,” residents say

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A year after Eddie Irizarry’s death, dozens gather in Kensington to advocate for police accountability

, and By Alayna Hutchinson

August 19, 2024

A year after Eddie Irizarry’s death, dozens gather in Kensington to advocate for police accountability

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Drexel and Prevention Point study offers women who use drugs HIV protection, health care support

, and By Sammy Caiola

July 31, 2024

Drexel and Prevention Point study offers women who use drugs HIV protection, health care support

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La policía de Filadelfia enviará 78 policías novatos a Kensington a partir del 18 de junio: “Vamos a empujar a las multitudes”

, and By Emily Rizzo

June 11, 2024

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Hoy: La guía suprema para las primarias 2024 en Pensilvania.

, and By Julie Platt & Lauren McCutcheon, The Philadelphia Citizen

April 23, 2024

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Las escuelas charter lideradas por latinos atraen a las familias de Filadelfia con comunidades unidas y el español.

, and By Amanda DeJesus, Chalkbeat Philadelphia

March 25, 2024

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Accountability

Protest targets Philly prisons commissioner after Amanda Cahill, Michael McKinnis deaths: “You have blood on your hands”

, and By Emily Rizzo

September 18, 2024

Accountability

Women inside Philly jail banged on cells for hours before Amanda Cahill died, “reiterating her calls for help”

, and By Emily Rizzo , and By Jill Bauer-Reese

September 16, 2024

Accountability

Woman dies “utterly, unacceptably predictable” death in jail following Kensington police sweep

, and By Emily Rizzo , and By Sammy Caiola

September 10, 2024

Accountability

Councilmember Lozada introduces bill banning mobile services in most of Kensington's 7th District

, and By Emily Rizzo

September 5, 2024

Accountability

Parker administration arrests at least 34 people in Kensington sweep, prison system “prepared”

, and By Emily Rizzo , and By Sammy Caiola

September 5, 2024

Accountability

‘This isn’t about policy’: Vigil honors overdose victims in McPherson Square Park despite disruption from Philly police

, and By Sammy Caiola

August 30, 2024

Accountability

Philly’s police oversight agency is tracking dog shootings, but has done zero misconduct investigations

, and By Sammy Caiola

August 30, 2024

Accountability

PennDOT, Parker administration displace about 30 people in I-95 encampment sweep

, and By Emily Rizzo

August 29, 2024

News

Philly police have “tentative strategy” to clear Kensington-area school pathways: “a band-aid over a burst pipe,” residents say

, and By Emily Rizzo

August 20, 2024

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‘Bring them to Ride Free’: Kensington nonprofit says Philly leaders should look to former drug dealers to address open-air sales

, and By Sammy Caiola

September 12, 2024

Photos of Kensington

Photos of Kensington: Residents celebrate end of soccer and summer at Impact's Hissey Playground event

, and By Solmaira Valerio

August 28, 2024

Photos of Kensington

Photos of Kensington: Kids gear up for school at “Classroom Kickoff” event on Frankford Avenue

, and By Solmaira Valerio

August 21, 2024

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Photos of Kensington: Harrowgate's “Old Lady Gang” hosts second annual water gun fight at Harrowgate Park

, and By Solmaira Valerio

August 20, 2024

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Free school supplies in Kensington: Here's a growing list of back-to-school events in the neighborhood

, and By Khysir Carter

August 9, 2024

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Get arrested for drugs in Kensington? Here's a chart that explains the process.

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese , and By Sammy Caiola

June 16, 2024

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It's Election Day. Here's the ultimate guide to the 2024 primary election, from The Philadelphia Citizen.

, and By Julie Platt & Lauren McCutcheon, The Philadelphia Citizen

April 23, 2024

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Pa. primary election 2024: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for April 23

, and By Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA

April 22, 2024

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Do you live near Kensington & Allegheny? You may have a different city councilmember.

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

January 5, 2024

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Our 2023 last-minute holiday gift & gift card guide that supports small businesses in Kensington

, and By Khysir Carter , and By Lee Nentwig

December 15, 2023

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‘Bring them to Ride Free’: Kensington nonprofit says Philly leaders should look to former drug dealers to address open-air sales

, and By Sammy Caiola

September 12, 2024

News

Philly is piloting a crime scene clean-up program in Kensington

, and By Sammy Caiola

April 15, 2024

News

Kensington already has a police-assisted diversion program some consider a “triage” for people who use drugs. Here's how it works.

, and By Sammy Caiola

March 29, 2024

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Philly DA’s illegal gun possession diversion program reports a 76% decrease in re-arrests among participants

, and By Sammy Caiola

February 14, 2024

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Kensington teen shares poem 'Forgotten Nature' about the Earth and the environment

, and By Jazielys Serrano

May 17, 2024

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'Coming to the United States changed me': KCAPA highschooler reflects on growth and future

, and By Jill Bauer-Reese

June 25, 2023

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Mastbaum High School student shares poem ‘Dream Mom’

, and By Cianie Soler

June 9, 2023

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‘If I can do it, they can too’: Kensington CAPA student leans on passions to stay positive during hard times

, and By Elian Fana Rosario

May 26, 2023

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‘Every day was a different and exciting adventure’: Nostalgic KCAPA student reflects on life experiences

, and By Sebastian Fana Rosario

May 26, 2023

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'My vision for Kensington' art contest: Local artists show us their hopes for the neighborhood

, and By Kensington Voice Staff

May 23, 2023