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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Air Conditions in Bucks County, Other Areas Continue to Worsen. Here’s What to Know
Residents of Bucks County are continuing to deal with smoky and unsafe air conditions as foreign wildfires continue to rage on. Yesterday, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection…
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Bucks County Leadership: Allan Domb, President of Allan Domb Real Estate, Former At-Large Member of Philadelphia City Council and Candidate for Mayor
A week before the Primary Election in May, Allan Domb, one of several Democratic candidates running for mayor of Philadelphia, spoke to BUCKSCO Today about…
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Popular Philadelphia Cooking Competition to be Held at Bucks County Venue
An annual barbecue cookout will be returning to Bucks County, with a large number of chefs and well-known judges participating. “Bubby’s Cook-Off” is returning to…
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Bucks County One of Several Areas Facing Smoky Conditions. Here’s What to Know
Residents of Bucks County have recently noticed smoky and hazy conditions in their communities, and a series of wildfires are to blame. The Pennsylvania Department…
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Philadelphia’s Dining Scene Has Strong Showing at 2023 James Beard Awards; Two Chefs, One Restaurant Secure Prestigious Wins
The Philadelphia dining scene impressed the judges for the 2023 James Beard Awards, with two chefs and one restaurant securing wins on Monday night in…
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Harsco Now Headquartered in Philadelphia, Rebrands As Enviri
The 170-year-old Harsco recently moved its headquarters from Harrisburg to Philadelphia and changed its name to Enviri, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Bucks County Leadership: Georgann Berger McKenna, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Penn Community Bank
Georgann Berger McKenna, Chief Human Resources Officer at Penn Community Bank, recently sat down with BUCKSCO Today to discuss her role at the bank and…
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Wall Street Journal: Philadelphia Military Academy Training Helped High School Junior Save His Classmates
Philadelphia Military Academy on N. 13th Street in Philadelphia is training helped 17-year-old high schooler Kaheem Bailey-Taylor save his classmate following a shooting at a…
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Holy Family University Student Becomes Oldest Graduate from Nursing Program at 63
He has 15 years of postsecondary education—a bachelor’s degree in physics from the California Institute of Technology, and has completed doctoral work in neuroscience at…
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Feasterville Garden Center Offers Discounts, Specialty Plants to Celebrate ‘Pond Month’
In celebration of “Pond Month”, a garden center in Bucks County is offering a wide variety of plants along with a few discounts. Feeney’s, located…
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Warminster Township Officials Hope to See Philadelphia Wage Tax Money Return Home
Warminster Township officials are hoping to see some of the money paid to Philadelphia through wage tax imposed on residents working in the city return…
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Two Montgomery County Distilleries Among Top Ten in the Philadelphia Region
If spirits are your game, you do not have to go far from home to enjoy a great shot of whiskey or vodka. Two Montgomery…
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Traffic Congestion on Schuylkill Expressway Can Be a Good Thing if You Are a Billboard Advertiser
Advertisers are looking to take advantage of traffic congestion in the area, including on the Schuylkill Expressway, a freeway through southern Montgomery County and Philadelphia,…
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Richboro Synagogue Teacher Uses Sports to Get Students Excited About Learning
Marla Gelfont, a religious school teacher at Ohev Shalom Synagogue in Richboro and Spanish teacher at Northeast High School in Philadelphia, is getting her students…
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Here Are Some of Best Spots to Enjoy Philadelphia’s Vibrant Craft Beer Scene
Philadelphia has one of the nation’s most vibrant craft brewery scenes, with over 90 breweries in the Greater Philadelphia area, writes Kyle Green for the…
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63rd Commencement Exercises Honor Cabrini University’s Class of 2023
Cabrini University graduated its Class of 2023 during the school’s 63rd Commencement Exercises on Sunday, May 21. The commencement took place at Nerney Field House…
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Bucks County Community College to Host Gazing Inward and Beyond at Art Center
The Hicks Art Center Gallery at Bucks County Community College has announced the opening of the summer exhibition, Astronomical: Gazing Inward and Beyond on view from June…
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Doylestown Medical Organizations Name Buckingham-Based Bank Executive as New COO
Three organizations in the biotechnology sphere, all based in Bucks County, have named their new chief operating officer. The Hepatitis B Foundation, Baruch S. Blumberg Institute, and Pennsylvania…
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