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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PECO Powers the Arts with $150,000 in Grants for 19 Community-Based Organizations
PECO has awarded more than $150,000 in grants to 19 cultural institutions and arts nonprofits in the Greater Philadelphia area through the PECO Powering the…
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Wall Street Journal: The State’s Highest-Ranked College is Located in Philadelphia
The latest Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 ranking is officially out now, ranking the top colleges in the nation, writes The Wall Street Journal. Of…
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From WrestleMania to the World Cup: How Philadelphia Lands Some of the World’s Largest Events
For more than 25 years, Maria Grasso has played a key role in establishing Philadelphia as a premier destination for meetings, from the Republican National…
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‘Free Exercise’ Documentary on Religious Liberty Makes Philadelphia Premiere on Tuesday
During the summer of 1844, rising anti-Catholic sentiment in Philadelphia boiled into the streets of Kensington and Southwark, leaving 14 dead and dozens injured. It…
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Senior at Abington Friends School Receives Inaugural Jack Goldenberg Scholarship
Abington Friends School senior Angela Stevens is one of the inaugural winners of the Jack Goldenberg Scholar-Athlete Award sponsored by the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of…
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The 150-Year Legacy of Ivyland’s Beloved Country Store
The Ivyland store building, constructed in 1873 by Ivyland founder Edwin Lacey, was one of the first structures in Ivyland. It was opened and operated…
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List of Awesome Philly-Area High School Programs Includes Two from Bucks County
Philadelphia-area public schools offer a variety of innovative programs that give high schoolers the jump-starts and specialized attention they need to reach their full potential,…
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Philadelphia Is Where Edgar Allan Poe’s Writing Flourished
Despite a lifetime of living in the Philadelphia area … and 15 years of living downtown itself … I’d never visited the Edgar Allan Poe house.…
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Series of Short Films Aims to Preserve New Hope’s LGBTQ+ History
A series of five short documentaries produced by New York-based studio TRAVERSE32 aims to preserve New Hope’s rich LGBTQ+ history, writes Rosa Cartagena for The…
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Six Reasons to Hire a Philadelphia PR Firm in Q4
Hiring a Philly PR firm can significantly grow your brand in any season. However, for many Philadelphia business owners, Q4 is the best time of…
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Real Haunted Houses in Philadelphia Likely to Give You Goosebumps
If you are looking for a spot that will give you goosebumps at Halloween – or any time of the year – these real haunted…
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Penn State Abington Mentoring Program Aims To Stem First-Year Teacher Attrition
Research out of Penn State’s Center for Evaluation and Education Policy Analysis found that the highest attrition rates among teachers in the Philadelphia region were for those…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Cut Ribbon on Philadelphia Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and regional developers Tuesday, Oct. 15 to celebrate 39 new affordable homes…
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New York Real Estate Firm Acquires Majority Debt on Historic Wanamaker Building
New York-based TF Cornerstone has acquired a majority of the debt on the historic Wanamaker Building and is now moving to seize the property from…
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Fighting Food Insecurity Together: WSFS Bank Teams with Sharing Excess, Sunday Breakfast Mission for Food Drive
WSFS Bank has launched its annual food drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region. WSFS banking offices in Delaware, New…
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Penn State Great Valley To Host ‘Bollywood Bonanza’ Community Event Oct. 24
Join Penn State Great Valley at the campus’ Conference Center in Malvern on Oct. 24 for an electrifying evening in the vibrant world of Bollywood,…
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Independence Blue Cross Presents Quality Cup Awards to Four Primary Care Groups
Independence Blue Cross recently awarded its Quality Cup to four primary care groups in its network: PentaHealth, Main Line Health, Redeemer Health, and St. Luke’s University Health Network.…
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ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our President, Kimberly McGuane
As American Community Journals (ACJ) celebrates ten years of delivering positive news across the Delaware Valley, we continue highlighting the talented individuals who have driven…
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