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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Future of Lincoln Financial Field Remains Uncertain While Eagles Consider Upgrades or New Stadium
The future of Lincoln Financial Field remains uncertain while the Philadelphia Eagles continue to weigh whether to upgrade or replace their home of the past…
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Comcast Fights Back to Keep Internet Customers with New Guarantees and Perks
Philadelphia-based Comcast has been exploring ways to reverse its internet customer exodus, which includes price guarantees and a free mobile line, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch…
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The Fanatic Dismisses Bristol’s Mike Missanelli, Plans New Midday Host
Bristol native Mike Missanelli, a well-known sports radio personality, has been dismissed by 97.5 The Fanatic with six months remaining on his contract, writes Rob…
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This Germantown Animal Care Center Was Founded By One of Pennsylvania’s First Black Veterinarians
Greene Street Animal Care was founded nearly a half-century ago and is still going strong, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. The Germantown animal care was…
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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…
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Fire Departments Nationwide Turn to Fire Hoses Made in Pennsylvania
Firefighters across the country are battling intense flames using fire hoses made in Pennsylvania, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. Snap-tite Hose, with factories in Erie…
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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…
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Cescaphe CEO Renovating 51-Year-Old Sand Castle Winery in Erwinna
Joe Volpe, CEO of Philadelphia events company Cescaphe, is renovating the former Sand Castle Winery in Erwinna and reopening under the name Blind Fox Vineyard,…
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MSC Launches Marketing Push for Reimagined Retail Space in Wanamaker Building
MSC has begun its marketing effort to promote 300,000 square feet of reimagined retail space within the historic Wanamaker Building to prospective tenants, writes Paul…
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Long-term Unemployment & LinkedIn: Strategies for Job Seekers Beyond Six Months
Long-term unemployment is typically defined as being without work for six months or more, and is a reality that many professionals face. I experienced it…
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PECO Awards More Than $200,000 to 20 Local Projects Improving Open Spaces
PECO recently honored the 20 municipalities and nonprofit organizations selected earlier this year as recipients of the 2025 PECO Green Region Open Space Program. The…
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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…
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These Bucks County High Schools Were Named Best in the Philadelphia Area
Several public high schools in the Bucks County area have been listed as the best in the Philadelphia region this year. Staff writers at Niche…
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7 Philly Area Housing Trends You Should Consider If You’re Thinking of Buying or Selling a Home this Summer
Philadelphia’s housing market has been doing a slow shuffle for the past year, never quite stalling, never quite sprinting. But as we hit the heart…
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Bucks County Leadership Profile: Chris Heffernan, CEO, dlivrd
Chris Heffernan, CEO of dlivrd, a Horsham-based last-mile delivery and logistics firm that connects restaurants around the world with independent local drivers for on-demand meal…
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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…
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Amazon Fresh Sets Mid-August Date for Long-Awaited Northern Liberties Store
Amazon Fresh, which announced plans to open a new Northern Liberties location nearly five years ago, has finally set a date for its new store,…
























