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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WSJ: Philadelphia-inspired Moorestown Home Hits Auction Block with Reserve Price of $10M
A Philadelphia-inspired Moorestown home that cost roughly $27 million to build is now hitting the auction block with a reserve price of just $10 million,…
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Philadelphia Has Some of the Rudest Residents in the Nation, According to New Study
Philadelphia ranks among the top 10 cities in the United States when it comes to rude residents, writes FOX 29 staff. This is according to…
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Competition, Rising Costs Making It Hard to Be Mister Softee
Competition and rising costs are making it harder than ever to be Mister Softee, writes Nathaniel Meyersohn for CNN. The nation’s oldest and largest franchisee…
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Plan to Expand Chester’s Subaru Park Means a River View Sacrifice
The success of The Philadelphia Union means It needs to add thousands of seats to Subaru Park in Chester, writes John George for Philadelphia Business…
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India Rises to Philadelphia’s Third-Largest Market for International Visitation
Philadelphia’s growing popularity among travelers from India has recently propelled the nation to become the city’s third-largest international market, writes Kuhelika Roy Choudhury for Travel…
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Formula One Racing Arcade Coming to Philadelphia in 2025
After spending months without a tenant, the Chestnut Street building that previously housed West Elm until early this year will become home to a new…
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As Wealth Migrates, Philadelphia Loses Income While Collar Counties Fluctuate
As residents continue flocking to the suburbs, Philadelphia lost the most wealth in total income from 2021 to 2022 in Pennsylvania, while Chester County is…
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Philadelphia Will Host Historic First Presidential Debate: Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump
Philadelphia will be at the center of the political universe when the National Constitution Center hosts the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris…
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Bucks County Community College Announces Call for Annual Bucks County Poet Laureate Entries
Bucks County Community College recently announced the final call for entries for the 2024 Bucks County Poet Laureate competition, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.…
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Couple Who Turned Love for All Things Philly Into Eponymous Eatery in Tokyo Revisits City
Kosuke Chujo turned his love of all things Philadelphia into his bar and restaurant Philly in the Nihonbashi business district of Tokyo, writes Ali Mohsen…
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8-Year-Old South Philly Girl Sells Lemonade, Makes Enough for Taylor Swift Concert Tickets
Eight-year-old Philadelphia girl Elena Flores is a huge Taylor Swift fan, but never had the chance to see that pop star perform live in concert.…
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Four Bucks County Homes Among Philadelphia Region’s Most Expensive Sales
Four Bucks County properties have ranked among the ten most expensive home sales in the Philadelphia region, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Independence Blue Cross Champions Share Food Program
For more than 85 years, Independence Blue Cross has been deeply committed to partnering with organizations helping to improve the health and well-being of people throughout the…
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Lansdale Native Searches For, Finds the Voice of SEPTA, A 73-year-old Fellow Commuter
Lansdale native Jesse Bernstein asks the question commuters across the Philadelphia area want to know: “Who’s the man behind the voice of SEPTA?” Michelle Myers…
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Chester County Teen Advocates for Youth Suicide Prevention in Local School Districts
A Chester County teen is advocating for teen suicide prevention in the Downingtown Area School District and the School District of Philadelphia, reports staff for…
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Bensalem Welcomes Navy Federal Credit Union Amid Expansion in the Philadelphia Region
Navy Federal Credit Union has opened a new branch in Bensalem as part of its ongoing regional expansion, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business…
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Golf with Saquon Barkley, Meet and Greet with Nick Foles: Cool Items, Experiences Available Via Eagles Radiothon
The Eagles Radiothon Presented by Firstrust Bank and The Green Family Foundation is now underway. Bidding will close on Thursday, Aug. 29 at 5 PM.…
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Medically Tailored Nutrition Improving Health Outcomes, Reducing Costs
A recently released study says Pennsylvania has the potential to realize the second highest level of health care cost savings in the nation if medically…
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