North Philadelphia
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A North Philly Developer Built an App to Help World Cup Visitors Experience Philadelphia Like a Local
When Zaire Harris thinks about the million-plus visitors descending on Philadelphia this summer for the FIFA World Cup and the nation’s 250th anniversary, he doesn’t see tourists, he sees people who deserve better than a generic travel app. So the North Philadelphia native and indie game developer built his own, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly.…
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St. Joe’s Prep Receives Largest Donation Ever Given to a U.S. Catholic High School
St. Joseph’s Preparatory School recently received a massive $74 million gift, an amount that points to being the largest donation ever gifted to a Catholic high school in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The gift was given by the Howley Foundation, led by St. Joe’s Prep alumnus and billionaire…
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Temple University Receives Major Gift, Will Use Funds to Launch New Honors College in 2027
Temple University recently received one of its largest donations ever, and is using the generous gift to create a new honors college, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The gift was given by Jane Creamer Sullivan, however the size of the gift has not been disclosed. Sullivan is the daughter of Temple’s College…
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Temple University Joins Developers As Institutional Partner in ‘Transformational’ North Philly Project
Three years after Shift Capital and Essence Development acquired a 7-acre property in North Philadelphia for a new mixed-use project, Temple University has now joined as a new institutional partner, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Upon finalizing the acquisition in 2023, the developers tapped their planned North Station mixed-use project as a…
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Temple University Unveils New 10-Year Strategic Plan for Institution, North Philadelphia Region
Since being installed as the new president at Temple University, John Fry has been detailing his vision for the future of the institution. Last week, Temple unveiled its new, long-term strategic plan for the future, writes Susan Snyder for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The plan, called “Forward with Purpose” has been approved with the target…
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Temple University Pays $8 Million for Former McDonald’s Site Adjacent to Its Sports Complex
Temple University has purchased the former McDonald’s site at Broad Street and Girard Avenue, next to Temple University Sports Complex, for $8 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The fast food restaurant that once occupied the lot was demolished in 2023. This acquisition continues a series of deals the university has pursued…
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This Candy Bar Has Been Made in Philadelphia For More Than 100 Years
In 1917, during World War I, Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews were born out of necessity and more than 100 years later, the candy bar can still be found in snack aisles, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. While people now liken them to being the hometown hero of candy bars, Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews weren’t always that. According…
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Temple University Acquires Decades-Old Jazz Club As Part of North Philadelphia Expansion Plans
As part of its plans to further its expansion across North Philadelphia, Temple University recently acquired New Barber’s Hall, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. While Temple is the new owner of the 46-year-old jazz club and bar, it will continue to operate until its owner, Jake Adams, retires some time in the…
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North Philadelphia Gaining New Hospital Built Exclusively for Mothers and Babies
Temple Women and Families Hospital, a brand-new hospital built just for mothers and babies, is set to open in North Philadelphia next month, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The facility’s main goal is to reduce both maternal and infant mortality rates. “We need to drive those mortality rates down, particularly in communities with a…
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant to Open New Location on Temple University Campus
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is planning to open its newest Philadelphia location on Temple University’s campus, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The new Iron Hill Brewery will be next to the Liacouras Center at the location that formerly housed one of the university’s bookstores. “The opening of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant…
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Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to Honor 76ers Superfan Alan Horwitz
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame will honor Philadelphia 76ers superfan and Campus Apartments Chairman Alan Horwitz, known as the Sixers’ “Sixth Man,” writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. On October 13, Horwitz will join the likes of film director Spike Lee and actor Jack Nicholson in the James F. Goldstein SuperFan…
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Temple University’s Innovation Nest is Transforming Research into Real-World Solutions
Temple University celebrated the opening of its new Innovation Nest (iNest) in March, and its creation is to help support research-based initiatives at the university and help commercialize them, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The center’s 8,000-square-foot space includes wet labs, a facility for gene sequencing, meeting rooms, and an event space. “One…
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Philadelphia Physician, Pediatric Surgeon Dr. Ala Stanford Publishes New Memoir
Dr. Ala Stanford, the Philadelphia native and pediatric surgeon who made headlines for her work as a prominent leader during the city’s COVID-19 response, has published a new memoir, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. The new book is titled, “Take Care of Them Like My Own: Faith, Fortitude and a Surgeon’s Fight for Health Justice.”…
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This Initiative Helps Kids Learn About Health, Be More Active, and Address a Prevalent Ailment
Healthy Hoops, an ongoing initiative is a collaboration between AmeriHealth Caritas and Keystone First to educate kids about their health and encourage them to lead more active lives, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Our mission is to help people get care, stay well, and build healthy communities,” said Joanne McFall, market president of…
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North Philly Rapper Tierra Whack Finds Inspiration From Many Different Areas
Tierra Whack has had a whirlwind spring that included the release of her critically acclaimed debut album, a great Tiny Desk performance on NPR, and winning a serious battle with depression. Whack can point to a number of things that serve as inspiration to her, writes Manakaprr Contech for Rolling Stone. A foodie, Whack highlights…
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Temple University Engineers Invent Soy-based Bandages As an Alternative to Healing Wounds
Temple University engineers have invented a soy-based material to create natural bandages that can be cheaply produced and help skin heal better from wounds and burns that usually result in scarring, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. Following more than a decade of research and experimentation, Philadelphia scientists are seeking approval from the U.S. Food and…
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North Philly High Schooler, Gates Scholar Has Decided Which University She Will Attend This Fall
Antoinette Ellis, the North Philadelphia high school senior who was named a Gates Scholar, has selected the University of Michigan as her next stop this fall, writes Chanel Hill for The Philadelphia Tribune. She plans to study nursing. “When you go on to the University of Michigan’s page, one of the things that they stressed…
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Temple University Student Recognized For Activism Combatting Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
Temple University student Ray Epstein is being recognized for her work advocating against sexual assault, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. It’s a cause that is very deep and personal for her. “I was abused when I was 13 throughout middle school by my first boyfriend, and I didn’t want to feel alone on campus and…
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