Kensington Avenue will be closed on Wednesday, May 8, from Orleans Street to Allegheny Avenue from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in an effort to remove homeless encampments.
A study led by the University of Pennsylvania examined how living in a Philly neighborhood where violence is prevalent affects children. Researchers found that where a young person lives, the societal messages they absorb and the different forms of violence they experience can deeply affect their physical and mental health.
Flanked by community stakeholders and legislators, Gov. Josh Shapiro pitched a substantial investment for violence prevention programs that give students safe after-school activities, mentorship opportunities and job training.
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Over the last two years, the Philadelphia Carjacking Task Force force said community engagement played a role in getting numbers down. Often, they noted, the crime involves young people.
Those who participated in this work wanted a solution that would value pedestrians and bicyclists instead of prioritizing automotive traffic above all. This plan does that as well as calms
The 16th annual Kensington Derby and Arts Festival is expecting 15,000 to 25,000 attendees and will feature more than 150 vendors. The event, which has taken place on Trenton Avenue in previous years, will showcase local businesses in East Kensington and Fishtown.