Kensington’s Recovery Plan

At the epicenter of the region’s opioid and homelessness crisis, the River Wards have been all but abandoned by city leaders. But does the City already have a solution to the problem?

By Malcolm Burnley

“Dignity from the Door”

As our city faces new challenges every day, Pathways to Recovery hasn’t wavered in its commitment to providing a much-needed system of support

By Jessica Blatt Press

Guest Commentary: The Forgotten and Future Epidemic

The rise of Covid-19 has made it even harder for those suffering from addiction. A non-profit rehab leader on why we must work to flatten that epidemic’s curve as well

By Dale Klatzker

The Citizen Recommends: Long Bright River

Temple writing professor Liz Moore’s acclaimed new novel is set amidst the Kensington opioid crisis. Here, she talks about finding—and writing—hope within despair

By Sarah Jordan

The Stigma

Members of 12-step recovery groups often stigmatize those taking medication to treat opioid addiction. Inside a Kensington support group that embraces all who show up

By Jillian Bauer-Reese

One Day At A Time

Mel Wells' 33-year-old social service agency has changed 56,000 lives. What's his secret?

By Quinn O'Callaghan