Philadelphia
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Philadelphia Poverty Rate Drops Below 20 Percent for First Time Since 1979
Philadelphia is no longer the poorest big city in the United States, as the city’s poverty rate has dropped below 20 percent for the first time since at least 1979. However, that is not all cause for celebration, write Nate File and John Duchneskie for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to new U.S. Census Bureau data,…
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New Visit Philadelphia Campaign Aims to Attract Visitors, Residents for America’s 250th Anniversary
Visit Philadelphia has launched a new $9 million national campaign to attract visitors and residents ahead of America’s 250th anniversary next year. “Whether it’s your first visit to Philadelphia or your fiftieth, 2026 is the year to experience our city,” Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, said in a press release. “We’re inviting…
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Philadelphia’s Wealthiest ZIP Codes Continue to Be Concentrated Around Center City
The greatest wealth in the Philadelphia region still remains concentrated around Center City, as affluent urban ZIP codes dominate the list of the area’s wealthiest ZIP codes, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The latest ranking of the wealthiest ZIP codes is based on several factors, including per-capita income, home values, equity, savings,…
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SEPTA Requests Up to $394M Bailout to Address Funding Gap That Caused Drastic Service Cuts
SEPTA has requested a bailout of up to $394 million last week to address a funding gap that resulted in drastic service cuts, writes Sri Taylor for Bloomberg. SEPTA officials asked the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to authorize the one-time use of its state capital assistance funds to cover a $213 million budget deficit. This…
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Philadelphia’s First of Its Kind Pilot Program, Which Gives Cash to Struggling Renters, Proves Effective
The PHLHousing+ program, a first of its kind in the nation, which gives no-strings-attached cash to struggling renters, is proving to be effective, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program was launched in the fall of 2022. Since then, Philadelphia has been giving cash to 301 households randomly selected from wait lists for…
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Two Philadelphia-Based Media Companies Merge, Forming New Digital Media Organization
Philadelphia-based digital media startup Broad & Liberty recently acquired local publication Access Network, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The acquisition has led to the formation of a combined company called Fideri News Network. It will start out with about $6 million in projected revenue with 19 websites and a radio station based…
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Philadelphia Unveils New Neighborhood-Focused Initiative Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary next year, Philadelphia has announced a new city-wide initiative to ensure every neighborhood in the city gets it’s moment in the spotlight. During a press conference on Wednesday, September 3, Mayor Cherelle Parker announced a new initiative, Ring It On! One Philly, A United Celebration initiative.…
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WSJ: Urban Outfitters Sees Higher Second Quarter Sales and Profit, But Warns of Stronger Tariff Impact
Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters reported higher sales and profit in the second quarter, but expects a stronger impact from tariffs than previously projected, writes Katherine Hamilton for The Wall Street Journal. According to Chief Operating Officer Frank Conforti, the apparel and home goods retailer now expects tariffs to reduce gross margins by 75 basis points in…
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Michelin Guide Chooses Philadelphia As Host City for 2025 Northeast Cities Awards Ceremony
Philadelphia is set to host Michelin Guide’s 2025 Northeast Cities ceremony, which could be a positive sign for local restaurants to earn more potential recognition, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Michelin North America revealed earlier this week that the announcement ceremony will be held on November 18 at the Kimmel Center for…
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World-Renowned St. Joseph’s University Food Marketing Professor John L. Stanton Jr. Dies at 80
John L. Stanton Jr., world-renowned professor of food marketing at St. Joseph’s and Temple Universities and a groundbreaking food researcher, died on August 4 at 80, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Stanton, a global authority on food marketing and celebrated researcher, writer, and business leader, established food and health research centers at both…
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Two Philly Sandwich Shops Rank Among Top 100 in America, According to Inaugural Yelp List
Yelp has released its inaugural list of the top 100 delis in the United States and two Philadelphia sandwich shops can be found on the list, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. At No. 40 on the list is Christie’s Deli. The Logan Square deli, which has been around for about 10 years,…
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Bucks County Leadership: David Fair, Executive Director, Turning Points for Children
David Fair, Executive Director at Turning Points for Children, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up attending Catholic school in Southwest Philadelphia, coming out as gay, and discovering his passion for activism while working as a church secretary at a church on the University of Pennsylvania campus. After many years serving and advocating for people…
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Philadelphia is a City of Rivers, Now Advocates Aim to Turn Its Waterways Into the Next Great Playground
Philadelphia is home to numerous rivers, and now a group of advocates hopes to transform the city’s waterways into its next great playground, writes Kyle Bagenstose for Grid Magazine. Adam Forbes, founder of Discovery Pathways, wants to provide current and future generations of Philadelphians with opportunities to boat, fish, and perhaps one day even swim…
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Drexel Happiness Lab Maps Philadelphia’s Happiest Spots
Drexel University professor Eric Zillmer, director of Drexel’s Happiness Lab, recently published a map of the 28 happiest places in Philadelphia, based on a project from his Psychology 101 class, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Acknowledging that people in their 20s are the unhappiest age group in the country — burdened by a…
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Philadelphia is Among America’s Top Travel Destinations, Here’s Why
Philadelphia is one of the greatest cities in America and among the top travel destinations for a variety of reasons, writes Allie Forge for PhillyBite Magazine. With a rich history, numerous landmarks, and great culture, the city has something to offer just about everyone. Philly’s history is on full display in the city’s Historic District.…
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Securing First Jobs Proves Challenging for New College Graduates in Philadelphia
Securing your first job as a new college graduate in Philadelphia is proving to be a significant challenge, according to a recent ADP study, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS Philadelphia. The Philadelphia metro area ranked in the lower tier among 55 metro areas evaluated by ADP, considering factors such as affordability, wages, and hiring activity.…
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Philadelphia Traffic Ranking Improves to No. 21 Among Largest U.S. Metro Areas
It might not feel like it when stuck in traffic on I-76 during rush hour, but commuting in Philadelphia is improving at least compared to other metro areas, writes Jeff Tomik for PhillyVoice. ConsumerAffairs recently released its annual report ranking the 50 most populous metropolitan areas by worst traffic. Philadelphia dropped to No. 21 this…
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Penn Medicine Hospitals Rank as Best Hospitals in Region and State
Penn Medicine’s hospitals ranked as the best hospitals in the Philadelphia region and Pennsylvania, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS. The West Philadelphia-based health system maintained its top position for another year despite not actively participating in the rankings process. University of Pennsylvania hospitals and Penn…
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