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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The Last Time Firstrust Vice President Mort Kolman Sought Employment, James Tate Was Philadelphia Mayor and Richard Nixon Was President
In the current era of career pivots and midlife-crisis profession overhauls, Mort Kolman is a standout. This banking-industry veteran has had but one employer over…
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Wall Street Journal: Wharton Grad Keeps Tesla Rolling As Elon Musk’s Attention Gets Pulled in Several Directions
Zach Kirkhorn, a graduate of The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and CFO of Tesla, is the one who is keeping the electric vehicle…
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Penn Community Bank Holding Massive Region-Wide Day of Service
Eastern Pennsylvania’s largest mutual bank, Penn Community Bank, will hold its second annual Day of Service today. Locations will be closed early and over 300…
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Bensalem’s Rita’s Italian Ice Continues Expansion Out West, Opens New Location in Arizona
A popular water ice chain in Bucks County is continuing to move out West as they open another location in warmer climates. Rita’s Italian Ice…
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Visit Philadelphia CEO Angela Val Helping Develop Post-Pandemic Philadelphia
Angela Val took over as CEO of Visit Philadelphia at one of the worst moments for the organization, writes David Murrell for the Philadelphia Magazine.…
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Perched Next to the Delaware River, This Home Near Bucks County Offers Tranquil Living
A riverside redoubt in Stockton is a weekend’s getaway house that you could comfortably live in all year without disrupting your Philadelphia region job routine…
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Central High Robotics Team RoboLancers Inspires, Prepares Philadelphia’s Next Generation of STEM Leaders
The robotics team at Central High School in Philadelphia known as the RoboLancers is helping students build relationships while it prepares the next generation of…
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Yardley Restaurant Celebrates One Year of Mediterranean Food with Upcoming Birthday Bash
A restaurant in Bucks County is celebrating a year of business in the area with a unique dish being served to all customers this week.…
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New Britain Manufacturer’s Medical Tool Developed at Temple University, Approved by FDA
A manufacturer located in Bucks County recently created an important medical implement that was approved by the FDA. John George wrote about the technological advancement…
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22 Percent of Top-Priced Homes in 2022 Were Listings for Montgomery County Addresses
Philadelphia Magazine used a HomExpert Market Report from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach to assess 2022 home prices in the neighborhoods surrounding Philadelphia. The…
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Manor College Grad Shifts Disappointment in Layoff to College Degree
Working in the accounts payable department of a large furniture warehouse, Thomasine Woods started to see the writing on the wall. Vendors were calling asking…
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Bucks County’s Langhorne Slim Pays Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot with Recent Cover
A musician from Bucks County recently covered a song to pay tribute to one of the most popular singers of all time. Sean Scolnick, better…
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Bucks County Leadership: Lewis Cyr, Chief Lending Officer, Penn Community Bank
Lewis Cyr, Chief Lending Officer at Penn Community Bank, spoke to BUCKSCO Today about his role at the bank and his career path from growing…
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Enjoy Jazz Classics and New Tunes on Bucks County’s Waterfront at the End of the Month
One of the most popular outdoor spots will Bucks County will be hosting a concert on their grounds at the end of the month. The…
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Doylestown Man Relying on Billboards to Draw Attention to His Search for a New Kidney
Doylestown resident Don Brown, a former engineer, has been relying on billboards to draw attention to his search for a life-saving kidney, writes Bo Koltnow…
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John DeBella’s Announced Retirement from WMGK-FM in Bala Cynwyd Is a Career Mic-Drop
Morning radio personality John DeBella is retiring after 41 years of on-air time in Bala Cynwyd. Jeff Blumenthal reported the exit of the former Morning…
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Pennsbury Senior Wins Local Cooking Competition, Receives Over $10,000 in Scholarships
A student at a Bucks County high school recently won a major cooking competition, walking away with thousands in scholarship money. Alyssa, a senior at…
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Breast Cancer Charity Walk Coming to Bucks County. Read to Learn When and Where
An upcoming walk to fight breast cancer will be held at a popular venue in Bucks County, and everyone from the community is invited. Staff…
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