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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An Eastern University Grad’s Journey from Cambodian Refugee to Changing Lives as a Philadelphia Principal
While the journey from Cambodia to America was never easy, Daniel Sophara Peou, a 1997 graduate of Eastern University, has allowed his story to shape…
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Audacy Officially Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
After working diligently to avoid this course of action, Audacy has begun a prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection proceeding, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia…
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A Decade After Making Little League World Series History, Mo’ne Davis is On a Mission to Bring More Professional Women’s Sports to Hometown Philly
In August 2014, Philadelphia native Mo’ne Davis made headlines as her baseball team won the Little League World Series with her as the starting pitcher…
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From Bucks County Trainer to Football Trailblazer, Maggie Bermudez Breaks Glass Ceilings
Bucks County personal trainer Maggie Bermudez is breaking glass ceilings as a professional football player, according to The Reporter. As a rookie on the…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolls Likely to Continue Increasing for 30 Years
Pennsylvania Turnpike rates went up again on Sunday, and this trend is not about to stop anytime soon, writes Jon Delano for CBS News. Pennsylvania…
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Meridian Bank’s Executive Vice President of SBA Lending is a Team Player Both in and Out of the Workplace
Meridian Bank Executive Vice President Rocco Perate is a team player both in and out of the workplace. As the leader of the SBA Lending…
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WSFS Celebrates Grand Opening of 1818 WSFS Bank Place Banking Office and Wiss Fiss Lounge
WSFS Bank recently celebrated the grand opening of its banking office and the accompanying Wiss Fiss Lounge, marking another chapter in the bank’s commitment to…
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DelVal and Penn State Abington Partner to Offer Pathway to Criminal Justice Careers
Delaware Valley University and Penn State Abington announced today that they have reached an agreement to create a “4 + 1 Pathway Program.” This program…
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Bucks County Leadership: Margaret Harkins, Dean of Nursing, Holy Family University
Margaret Harkins, DNP, MBE, MSN, GNP-BC, RN-BC, dean of nursing at Holy Family University, grew up in Philadelphia as the daughter of Scottish immigrants. She…
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Optimizing Learning with Haverford Systems’ Lecture Capture Solutions
Fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment begins with accessibility. In the Philadelphia region, educators are achieving this through the use of lecture capture systems.…
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Morrisville Artist Asher Roth Collaborates With Rapper Logic
Morrisville’s Asher Roth, an independent artist famous for his lyrical acuity, recently unveiled his collaboration with Logic, a rapper and record producer, writes Karan Singh…
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Deadline Nears to Submit Nominations for Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
The Citadel Credit Union’s 23rd Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program is rapidly approaching its nomination deadline of Jan. 15. This urgent call invites nominations…
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Curly’s Comfort Food of Levittown Wins Major Cheesesteak Competition
A cheesesteak shop in Bucks County has been listed as the best in the region, a testament to the establishment’s popularity. Curly’s Comfort Food, located…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director, The Colonial Theatre
Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a kid. To make friends, she…
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These Are Some of the New Restaurants Coming to Philadelphia in 2024
Philadelphia will soon see a large influx of new restaurants add their unique flavors to the local food scene, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…
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Bensalem Veteran Alan Micklin Pushes for Prisoner of War Recognition
Bensalem resident and Vietnam veteran Alan Micklin, 83, is leading a campaign to ensure the proper display of the POW/MIA flag, a symbol of remembrance…
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Celebrity Barber Spearheads Program at Philly’s Dobbins High School, Inspires Younger Generation
Raheem Alexander is a celebrity barber who is inspiring students at Murrell Dobbins Career and Technical School in North Philadelphia one haircut at a time,…
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Bucks County Housing Market to See Increase in Sales in 2024 Amid Falling Interest Rates
Amid falling interest rates, the Bucks County housing market will soon see an increase in home sales, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier…
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