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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St. Bede Alum Eyes Transforming Unknown New Zealand Basketball Franchise Into ‘31st NBA Team’
After he wrapped up his playing career, Matt Walsh, an alumnus of St. Bede the Venerable School in Southampton, bought the New Zealand Breakers of…
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Five Reasons to Hire a PR Firm in Philadelphia
As a Philadelphia-area business owner, you already know that managing your company’s public image is essential. No matter your industry, maintaining strategic media relationships and…
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Here Are Some of the Best BYOBs in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is far from short on BYOBs, but there are several throughout the city that also double as some of the city’s best restaurants, writes…
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Ghost Light Inn in New Hope is a Delight for Overnight Getaways
With gorgeous Delaware River views and a modern American restaurant, Ghost Light Inn in New Hope is perfect for overnight getaways, writes Marilyn Odesser-Torpey for…
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Wharton School Fellow Debunks the Myth of a Happiness Income Ceiling
While research has shown many times that more money makes a huge difference to people with low income, Matt Killingsworth, a senior fellow at the…
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WSJ: This Laundromat in Philadelphia Provides Much More Than Clean Clothes
Hybrid laundromats are becoming more prevalent throughout the United States, writes Mariana Trujillo Valdes for The Wall Street Journal. Brian Holland, chairman of the Coin…
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StreamGeeks Summit Coming to Philadelphia: A Day of Livestreaming Innovation and Networking
The StreamGeeks Summit is moving to Philadelphia this year. After the kicking off the Summit in New York City, and several years of virtual events,…
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Hyperlocal Content Marketing: Connecting With Your Philadelphia Audience
We’re always seeking new ways to connect with our audiences, build brand awareness, and reach potential customers. But, in a city like Philadelphia, hyperlocal content…
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Haverford Systems Shares the Best A/V Tech for Meeting Rooms in 2024
In 2024, meetings are more dynamic than ever before. With teams spread across different locations, hybrid setups, and rapidly evolving technology, meeting rooms with adaptable…
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Insomnia Cookies Plans to Have 1,800 Opened U.S. Stores in Next 10 Years
Insomnia Cookies recently celebrated the opening of its 300th outlet, marking just the latest of several future milestones, writes Mark Faithfull for Forbes. The Philadelphia-based…
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With an Assist from Firstrust Bank, Nancy Glass Broke Barriers to Build a Multimedia Empire
Before 2003, when she took a leap of faith by starting what is now one of the Top 100 production companies in the world, Nancy…
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‘American Banker’ Names Vidoni One of Nation’s Most Powerful Female Banking Leaders
Penn Community Bank’s President and CEO Jeane M. Vidoni has once again been named one of the Most Powerful Women to Watch™ by leading financial services…
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Bensalem-based Synergetic Among 25 Fastest-growing Companies in Greater Philadelphia
Bensalem-based Synergetic ranked among the 25 fastest-growing companies in Greater Philadelphia based on average two-year revenue growth, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Historic Rilling’s Bakery in Warminster to Shut Its Doors Soon
Rilling’s Bucks County Bakery, a treasured Warminster establishment since 1936, is closing its doors, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. The owners of the…
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Center City Restaurants, Retailers Are Booming Thanks to Rise of Downtown Residential Population
The rise of Center City shoppers shifting from office workers to downtown residents has led to a boom in restaurant and retail businesses, writes Jake…
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With Region’s Summers Getting Hotter, Outdoor Workers Facing Heat Exhaustion, Other Heat-related Symptoms
Summers in the Philadelphia region are getting hotter as climate change pushes temperatures higher, with this year being the fifth warmest on record, writes Sophia…
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Newtown Couple Turns Former Schoolhouse Into Modern Home
Loredanna and Matt Shapson fell in love with their current Newtown home the first moment they saw it partly because it was a former Newtown…
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This Philadelphia University Produces Some of the Highest-Paid Graduates in the U.S.
Payscale has put together a list of the top colleges and universities that yield the highest salaries for graduates, and a Philadelphia university made it…
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