Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the birthplace of America’s freedom, is a city of firsts, boasting the nation’s first library, hospital, and zoo. It’s a hub for education, economy, arts, and sports, reflecting a rich cultural diversity.
The city’s economic prowess is evident in its status as Pennsylvania’s largest and the United States’ ninth-largest metropolitan economy. The city’s skyline, filled with globally renowned commercial skyscrapers, reflects its thriving business environment.
With 18 four-year universities and colleges, Philadelphia stands as one of the nation’s leading centers for higher education and academic research.
Philadelphia’s cultural landscape is as diverse as its history. Hosting more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other city in the nation, it’s a hub for arts, culture, and cuisine.
Despite challenges, the city’s spirit thrives, resonating with history, innovation, and community.
Explore our archive of nearly 200 stories about Philadelphia’s residents, entrepreneurs, sports heroes (and vilians!) schools, and businesses below:
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Bucks County Leadership: Richard Gottlieb, President and COO, Keystone Development + Investment
Richard Gottlieb, President and COO at Keystone Development + Investment, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Northeast Philadelphia, moving to Cherry Hill as…
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Philadelphia Among Most Foul-Mouthed Cities in Country
If you think Philadelphians swear more than most other city-dwellers each day, you know both the city and its residents well, writes Taylor Linzinmeir for…
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Musicians, Music Director of Philadelphia Orchestra to Donate Services for Unforgettable Opening Night
Any Chester Countians craving the wonderful sound of organized music and the beautiful visuals of ballet? Just down the road, the Philadelphia Orchestra and Music…
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Bucks County Is Home to Two Philadelphia/Delaware Valley Top Workplaces 2022 in Small Companies Category
Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplaces recognized two Bucks County companies as the Philadelphia/Delaware Valley top workplaces in the Small Companies category. The list is based on…
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Meridian Bank Among Top Workplaces 2022 in Philadelphia/Delaware Region
Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplaces has recognized Meridian Bank as a Philadelphia/Delaware Valley top workplace. The list is based on a 24-question survey administered by Energage…
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Bucks County Leadership: Joseph Cafarchio, Executive Vice President, Meridian Bank
Joe Cafarchio, Executive Vice President at Meridian Bank, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up as the second oldest of eight children in East Syracuse,…
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Fortune: Highest Concentration of Remote Jobs is in Big Cities
Do you want your next job to be one where you can work from home? Then as contradictory as it might sound, you might want…
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Bucks County Acknowledged in Philly Mag’s Lists of Great Shopping and Fun Spots
Shops and unique spots in Bucks County recently made appearances in Philadelphia Magazine’s lists of the best local places for Shopping & Style and Fun…
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Suburban Philadelphia Ranks Among Most Competitive Rental Markets in 2022
Suburban Philadelphia ranked among the top 20 most competitive rental markets in the nation in 2022, writes Veronica Grecu for RentCafe. It ranked at No.17…
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WHYY: How a Small, Well-Organized Group of Moms Brought a Book Ban to Central Bucks School District
The Central Bucks School District in moderate Bucks County is not the first place where many would look for an anti-LGBTQ backslash, but that is…
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Mike Lemon, Who Helped Cast Local Talent in Movies, Remembered
Mike Lemon, a retired casting director who pulled in local talent for major motion pictures and TV shows, passed May 1, writes Gary Miles for…
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10 Top Tech Companies Hiring in Philadelphia
The tech field is constantly shifting as new advancements develop. As seen with the Robinhood app last year, some companies skyrocket into importance only to…
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Four Years Later, 76ers Still Haunted by Their Decision to Trade Great Valley High School Grad on Draft Night
This week marked the fourth anniversary of the 76ers’ unfortunate decision to trade Great Valley High School graduate Mikal Bridges for Zhaire Smith on the…
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It’s Another Invasive Creature in Pennsylvania, but This One Swims
First we had to worry about the Lanternfly devastating our crops. Now there’s an invasive fish known as the snakehead. Also known as frankenfish, or…
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Area Swim Clubs Tread Water to Keep Up with Recent Demand
Swim clubs in the Phila. suburbs are awash with business. Roslyn Swim Club, a private pool in West Chester, is a prime example. It has…
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West Chester Native’s Husband — an International Cricket Star — Brings New Life to Region’s History with the Sport
Last summer, Liam Plunkett, a cricket star who won the World Cup with England in 2019, moved with his wife, West Chester native Emeleah Erb,…
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Social Activities with ‘No Prevention Strategies in Place’ Push Up Regional COVID-19 Cases
COVID-19 cases in the Phila. suburbs (including Bucks County) are once again on the rise. They’re being pushed by a sub-variant of omicron, writes Rob…
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Conshohocken-based AmerisourceBergen Among Companies Choosing Suburbs Over Phila. as Pandemic Winds Down
Conshohocken-based AmerisourceBergen is among the growing number of companies that are opting to make the suburbs their post-pandemic home rather than Philadelphia, writes Jeff Blumenthal…
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