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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Jamison Mother-Daughter Duo Finds Sweet Success in Honey Business
A Bucks County mother-daughter team transformed their passion for beekeeping into a thriving business, according to The Reporter. Karen Zebrowski and Nikki Zebrowski-Beck founded Jamison-based…
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Philadelphia Companies Named Among America’s Best Employers for Women
The Greater Philadelphia area is home to 17 of the country’s best employers for women, including three in Philadelphia, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia…
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TruGolf Eyes Bucks County for Potential Locations Amid Regional Expansion
TruGolf Links Franchising, a subsidiary of TruGolf Holdings Inc., has its sights set on Bucks County amid expansion in the greater Philadelphia region and beyond,…
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Bucks County Takes Top Ten Among Fastest-Growing Counties in Pennsylvania
Bucks County has emerged as a major player in Pennsylvania’s demographic landscape, securing the ninth spot among the fastest-growing counties in the state. According to…
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Jalen Hurts Foundation Donates $200K to Install New Air Conditioners at 10 Philadelphia Schools
The Jalen Hurts Foundation has donated $200,000 to give back to the community and help fund air conditioning at several Philadelphia schools in need, writes…
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Despite Sharp Drop in Residential Property Sales, Philadelphia Remains a City of Homeowners
A new report from the Pew Charitable Trust found that Philadelphia home sales have declined nearly 40 percent between 2022 and 2023, writes Aaron Moselle…
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Mary Mason Remembered as Groundbreaking Philadelphia Talk Radio Star and Civil Rights Activist
Mary Mason, a legendary Philadelphia talk radio veteran, has passed away at 94 after years of living with Alzheimer’s, writes the 6abc digital staff and…
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This Initiative Helps Kids Learn About Health, Be More Active, and Address a Prevalent Ailment
Healthy Hoops, an ongoing initiative is a collaboration between AmeriHealth Caritas and Keystone First to educate kids about their health and encourage them to lead…
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Wells Fargo to Remove Its Name from South Philadelphia Sports Arena Next Year
Wells Fargo has announced that it will discontinue its naming rights deal with the Philadelphia sports arena when the bank’s contract expires next year, write…
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Philadelphia Zoo Celebrates 150th Anniversary This Year and Continues Finding New Ways to Thrive
Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in the nation just celebrated its 150th anniversary in July and continues to find new ways to flourish, writes Phaedra…
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Bucks County–Based Nonprofit Acquires Last Community Health Systems Hospitals in Pennsylvania
Bucks County-based nonprofit WoodBridge Healthcare Inc., led by healthcare veteran Joshua Nemzoff, has agreed to purchase the last three Pennsylvania hospitals from Community Health Systems…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Captivating Spanish-style Colonial in Yardley
A captivating Spanish-style colonial home set on 0.5 lovely acres with six bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms at 3 Ridge Avenue is available…
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Power Up Your Business Through In-Person Networking & LinkedIn
Would you like to power up your Philly Area business and wake up winning as an entrepreneur who generates six figures to $3M annually? Say…
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Phillies Name Independence Blue Cross as Team’s First Official Jersey Patch Partner
Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia’s hometown health insurer for more than 85 years, has been named the Philadelphia Phillies’ Official Jersey Patch Partner. The news was…
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Ambler Savings Bank Empowers Local Businesses with Diverse Lending Options
Celebrating 150 years in business, Ambler Savings Bank remains a paradigm of support for local businesses, offering a wide array of lending options tailored to…
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Spotted Lanternflies Have Great Hitchhiking Abilities, Making It Harder to Slow Invasive Pest Down
Spotted lanternflies — which are back in the Philadelphia region — have great hitchhiking abilities that have proven to be crucial to their ability to…
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Chester County Remembers Life of Environmental Activist, Recycling Coordinator
Joan Batory, an environmental activist and retired coordinator of recycling and solid waste in Philadelphia and Chester County, died on July 27 aged 79, writes…
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Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer
Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network…
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